Natera CEO Steven Chapman sells $545k in NTRA shares

Steven Leonard Chapman, CEO and President of Natera, Inc. (NASDAQ: NTRA), sold 1,698 shares of the company's common stock on September 1, 2026, according to recently disclosed information. The sale, which occurred under a pre-existing Rule 10b5-1 trading plan, generated a total of $545,041. Each share was sold at a price of $320.99. This transaction comes as NTRA's stock price has been hovering near its 52-week high of $343. Over the past year, the stock has experienced a remarkable 97% return.

Following the sale, Mr. Chapman currently holds 98,199 shares in Natera. Despite this latest transaction, an analysis by InvestingPro indicates that the stock may currently be overvalued compared to its intrinsic value. For those seeking additional insight, 13 InvestingPro Tips and a comprehensive Pro Research Report are available to provide a deeper understanding of NTRA's valuation and future prospects.

Natera recently reported impressive second-quarter revenue, significantly surpassing Wall Street's expectations. The company's revenue for the period was around $753 million, exceeding the forecasted $661.26 million. This robust performance was attributed to accelerated growth across all primary business segments. Moreover, Natera's management raised its full-year revenue guidance, citing record test volumes, improved profit margins, and a series of regulatory wins as the primary drivers behind this positive outlook.

These developments have been met with favorable reception from investors and analysts, suggesting that Natera's operational performance remains strong. As such, continued attention will likely be paid to how these factors shape the company's future results.