Transaction details
Knowles Corp (NASDAQ: KN) Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Daniel J. Giesecke sold 15,885 shares of the company’s common stock on February 9, 2026, realizing approximately $432,389. The shares changed hands in the range of $27.22 to $27.23 per share.
Separately, Giesecke sold 3,332 shares on February 6, 2026, to satisfy tax obligations associated with the vesting of restricted stock. That transaction was executed at $26.98 per share and was valued at $89,897.
After these dispositions, Giesecke’s direct ownership in Knowles stands at 164,963 shares.
Company financials and analyst view
In related corporate results, Knowles reported fourth-quarter 2025 earnings per share of $0.36, above the consensus forecast of $0.35. Revenue for the quarter reached $162 million, surpassing the projected $156.23 million. Those results indicate the company delivered a modest beat on both EPS and top-line measures.
Following the release, Baird maintained its Outperform rating on Knowles stock and kept a price target of $30.00. Baird’s commentary, as reported, points to expectations for continued organic revenue growth, citing new design wins and a normalized inventory channel as the drivers behind that view. According to Baird, these factors support a positive outlook for the company.
Context and implications
The two transactions reported for Giesecke included a sale to cover tax liabilities linked to restricted stock vesting and a separate market sale. The company’s quarterly performance and Baird’s reiterated rating were disclosed alongside these insider transactions. The available information confirms both the insider activity and the quarter’s financial results, as well as the analyst position, without offering additional commentary on causation or market reaction.
Ownership snapshot
Following the February 6 and February 9 trades, Giesecke’s direct holding is 164,963 shares of Knowles common stock.