Jabbok Schlacks, Founder & CEO of EquipmentShare.com(EQPT -1.39%), purchased 25,000 shares of common stock on Aug. 28, 2026, and Aug. 31, 2026, according to a recent SEC Form 4 filing.
Transaction summary
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Transaction value | $440,500 |
| Shares purchased | 25,000 |
| Post-transaction shares (directly held) | 75,000 |
| Post-transaction shares (indirectly held) | 14,300,000 |
| Post-transaction value | $253.2 million |
Transaction value based on SEC Form 4 weighted average purchase price ($17.62); post-transaction value based on Aug. 31, 2026, market close ($17.61).
Key questions
- How does this purchase impact the CEO's overall equity position?
While the 25,000 shares represent a 50% increase in direct ownership, the vast majority of the equity remains held through indirect entities. - What was the execution price range for this transaction?
The shares were acquired in multiple transactions over two trading days. The price for the first block of shares ranged from $17.69 to $18.06, while the second block was purchased at prices between $17.29 and $17.76. - Which entities are involved in the reported indirect holdings?
Schlacks holds managing member roles at EQS Heritage Holdings and EQS Legacy Holdings. He shares controlling voting and dispositive power over these assets with William John Schlacks. - What is the scale of the company's current operations?
The company, based in Columbia, Missouri, employs 9,203 people and generated $5 billion in trailing twelve-month revenue. It operates a proprietary platform to manage equipment rentals and construction jobsite technology.
Company Overview
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Share Price (as of market close 2026-08-31) | $17.61 |
| Market Capitalization | $4.7 billion |
| Revenue (TTM) | $5 billion |
| Net Income (TTM) | $23 million |
Company Snapshot
- EquipmentShare.com operates a comprehensive equipment rental and sales platform serving the construction industry, offering both new and pre-owned machinery through its digitally native proprietary platform deployed nationwide.
- The company generates revenue through equipment rental services, equipment sales, and technology-enabled solutions that streamline jobsite operations and equipment procurement for construction contractors.
- EquipmentShare.com primarily serves construction industry participants, including general contractors, subcontractors, and project managers seeking efficient equipment access and management solutions.
EquipmentShare.com operates as a leading integrated equipment rental and technology solutions provider for the construction sector, with a TTM revenue base of $5 billion and a market capitalization of $4.7 billion. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Columbia, Missouri, the company leverages its proprietary digital platform to differentiate its equipment rental offerings and drive operational efficiency across its customer base. With 9,203 employees, EquipmentShare.com combines traditional equipment rental services with advanced technology capabilities to address fragmentation in the construction equipment market.
NASDAQ: EQPT
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What this transaction means for investors
Over the last 12 months, the EquipmentShare stock price has slumped 42.4%. In comparison, the S&P 500 has climbed 17.2% over the same period. This purchase from Schlacks should be welcome news for shareholders. There are plenty of reasons an insider may sell shares, but one of the few reasons to buy is that someone believes the stock price will go up. Schlacks significantly increased his direct holdings, with his direct holdings now totaling 75,000 shares. That's in addition to the more than 14 million shares the insider holds indirectly, indicating his belief in and alignment with the company's success.
In addition to this bullish signal from the insider, there's more good news for shareholders, as analysts typically have a favorable outlook on the company. Of the 12 analysts who cover the company, 67% rate it a buy, 33% a hold, and none a sell, according to CNN. From that group, the median one-year price target is $35, representing an 86.6% gain from the current price of $18.75. The highest price target in the group, $55, would represent a massive 193.3% gain, while even the lowest, $22, would still be a 17.3% gain.
