Patrick E Gottschalk, a director at American Vanguard Corp (NYSE:AVD), recently purchased shares of the company’s common stock, according to a new SEC filing.
On May 19, 2026, Mr. Gottschalk acquired 25,000 shares at a price of $2.70 per share, for a total value of $67,500. The purchase comes as the stock trades near $2.67, down ~9.5% over the past week and ~38% over six months. According to Bond.az analysis, the stock appears undervalued with a Fair Value of $4.12. Following this transaction, Mr. Gottschalk directly holds 191,705 shares.
In other recent news, American Vanguard reported Q1 2026 net sales of $124 million, exceeding the anticipated $120 million. This performance reflects the company’s ability to navigate complex market conditions effectively.
