{
  "id": 1139373,
  "title": "Koppers CAO Bradley Pearce sells $102,020 in shares",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/15/koppers-cao-bradley-pearce-sells-102-020-in-shares",
  "topic": "finance",
  "section": "Finance & Markets",
  "published": "2026-08-15T22:30:57.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Investing.com",
    "slug": "investing-com",
    "url": "https://www.investing.com/news/insider-trading-news/koppers-cao-bradley-pearce-sells-102020-in-shares-93CH-4861864"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Koppers Holdings Inc. (NYSE:KOP) Chief Accounting Officer Bradley A. Pearce sold 2,000 shares of the company's common stock on August 10, 2026, according to a Securities and Exchange Commission filing. The sale occurred at a price of $51.01 per share, resulting in a total of $102,020 from the transaction. Post-sell, Pearce directly owns 41,037 shares of Koppers Holdings Inc. common stock.\n\nSince this transaction, Koppers stock has experienced an 8% decline over the past week, although the shares have still risen 61% over the last year. As per InvestingPro analysis, the current stock price trades above its Fair Value, indicating limited potential for upside from the present level. To gain more in-depth insights, readers can access the comprehensive Pro Research Report on the platform, which includes 9 additional ProTips.\n\nIn related news, Koppers Holdings reported its second-quarter 2026 results. Despite missing revenue expectations, the company exceeded Wall Street's projections with adjusted earnings of $1.37 per share, surpassing the estimated $1.13. However, the revenue fell short, amounting to $504.8 million compared to the anticipated $506.47 million. Net sales increased by 3% year-over-year, supported by 5.1% organic growth. Adjusted EBITDA fell by 7.9% to $71 million, driven by higher input and logistics costs. The company's operating cash flow achieved a record $96 million for the first half of the year, up from $28 million a year ago. Management reports that the Catalyst transformation program is ahead of its original benefit target. Strong demand in utility infrastructure and performance chemicals has bolstered the portfolio, although railroad and carbon materials have faced headwinds.",
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