Insider Trading February 25, 2026

WEC Energy Director Disposes $166,166 in Shares as Stock Trades Near Yearly High

Director Ulice Payne Jr. trims stake; recent analyst notes and mixed quarterly metrics accompany the trade

By Jordan Park WEC
WEC Energy Director Disposes $166,166 in Shares as Stock Trades Near Yearly High
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WEC Energy Group director Ulice Payne Jr. sold 1,450 shares on February 24, 2026, for about $166,166 as the stock trades close to its 52-week peak. The transaction leaves Payne with just over 20,540 shares directly held. The move comes amid analyst updates, mixed quarterly EPS reports, and company guidance for 2026.

Key Points

  • WEC director Ulice Payne Jr. sold 1,450 shares on Feb. 24, 2026, at $114.5975 per share, totaling $166,166.
  • After the sale Payne directly owns 20,540.8844 shares, including dividend reinvestment plan shares.
  • WEC is trading near its 52-week high; InvestingPro flags the stock as appearing overvalued by Fair Value metrics and the utility yields 3.29%, having raised its dividend for 22 consecutive years.

Ulice Payne Jr., a member of the board at WEC Energy Group Inc, recorded the sale of 1,450 shares of the companys common stock on February 24, 2026, according to a Form 4 filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The shares changed hands at a per-share price of $114.5975, producing a gross transaction value of $166,166.

The trade occurred while WEC shares were trading near their 52-week high of $118.19. At the time of the filing, the stock was quoted at $115.10.

Following the disposition, Payne directly holds 20,540.8844 shares of WEC Energy Group. That total reflects shares acquired through dividend reinvestment.


Valuation and dividend context

An InvestingPro analysis cited in the filing notes that WEC appears overvalued at current market levels when measured against Fair Value metrics. The utility has an established record on returns to shareholders, having increased its dividend for 22 consecutive years; the current dividend yield is 3.29%.

For investors seeking more granular data, a comprehensive Pro Research Report for WEC is offered, and is available alongside coverage for more than 1,400 other U.S. stocks.


Recent results and analyst activity

The company has been the subject of multiple analyst updates and publicized financial results in recent reporting. One report indicates WEC posted a fourth-quarter earnings per share (EPS) of $1.42, which exceeded Scotiabanks estimate of $1.40 and the consensus estimate of $1.39.

Separately, WEC Energy reported Q4 2025 EPS of $0.97, described as a 29.71% shortfall versus an expected $1.38. Revenues for that period were reported at $2.54 billion, surpassing forecasts by 12.89%.

On the broker side, Scotiabank reiterated a Sector Outperform rating on WEC Energy, noting the companys growth prospects and a stated history of beating earnings guidance for 22 consecutive years. Mizuho also maintained an Outperform rating and lifted its price target to $121 from $117.

WEC has published a 2026 guidance range for adjusted EPS of $5.51 to $5.61. Management is forecasting a 6.5% to 7% EPS compound annual growth rate for the current year, with longer-term growth expectations of 7% to 8%.


The sale by a board director, the valuation assessment from InvestingPro, and the mixture of beats and misses in recent quarterly disclosures contribute to the current investment picture for WEC Energy. Readers seeking valuation tools can evaluate Fair Value metrics and additional research resources noted above.

Risks

  • Valuation risk - InvestingPro assessment indicates WEC may be overvalued at current market prices, which could affect investor return expectations.
  • Earnings variability - Recent quarterly disclosures show both an EPS beat of $1.42 versus certain estimates and a separate Q4 2025 EPS miss of $0.97 versus an expected $1.38, highlighting potential volatility in reported results.

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