Vita Coco (NASDAQ:COCO) Executive Chairman Michael Kirban reported the indirect sale of 50,000 shares of common stock for a total consideration of approximately $3.40 million, according to a SEC Form 4 filing.
Transaction summary
Metric | Value |
|---|---|
Shares sold (indirect) | 50,000 |
Transaction value | $3.40 million |
Post-transaction shares (direct) | 143,799 |
Post-transaction shares (indirect) | 1,994,730 |
Post-transaction value (direct ownership) | $9.60 million |
Transaction value based on SEC Form 4 reported price ($68.00); post-transaction value based on May 1, 2026 market close ($66.75).
Key questions
What was the nature and structure of this sale?
All 50,000 shares were sold from the Michael Kirban Revocable Trust, with no shares sold from his direct holdings or the Michael Kirban 2010 Trust.How does this transaction compare to Michael Kirban’s historical trading activity?
The 50,000-share sale is above Kirban’s historical mean sell size of approximately 33,100 shares, but is explained by the large reduction in overall available share capacity, with holdings now less than 6% of their level 12 months ago.What is the impact on total ownership and ongoing exposure?
The sale reduced Kirban’s personal holdings by 2.28%, leaving 2,138,529 common shares (direct and indirect) remaining post-transaction, in addition to 1,250,923 outstanding, unexercised stock options.What context should be considered around the timing and valuation environment?
The transaction occurred during a period of strong share price momentum, with a 95.12% one-year return as of May 1, 2026.
Company overview
Metric | Value |
|---|---|
Revenue (TTM) | $658.62 million |
Net income (TTM) | $82.91 million |
Price (as of market close May 1, 2026) | $66.75 |
1-year price change | 95.12% |
* 1-year performance calculated using May 1, 2026 as the reference date.
Company snapshot
COCO offers coconut water, coconut oil, coconut milk, hydration drink mixes, sparkling water, plant-based energy drinks, purified water, and protein-infused fitness drinks under multiple brand names.
The company operates an integrated model encompassing product development, marketing, and distribution, generating revenue primarily through sales to retail, club, convenience, e-commerce, and foodservice channels.
Vita Coco targets health-conscious consumers in the United States and international markets, with distribution across North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia Pacific.
Vita Coco is a leading provider of coconut-based and functional beverage products, leveraging a diversified portfolio and global distribution network. Its strategy centers on capitalizing on consumer demand for natural hydration and wellness-focused beverages. The company’s scale, brand recognition, and multi-channel presence provide a competitive advantage in the non-alcoholic beverage sector.
