Trust linked to Sinclair (SBGI) director sells 42,000 Class A shares
A trust linked to Sinclair, Inc. director Daniel C. Keith sold 42,000 shares of Class A Common Stock in late March and early April 2026 for approximately $13 per share. These open-market transactions, totaling about $550,323, have reduced the trust's indirect holdings to 25,027 shares. The sales were made by The Daniel C. Keith and Jessica P. Keith Trust, with Keith exercising voting and investment power.
Gabelli/GAMCO group (SBGI) discloses 11.03% Sinclair ownership in amended 13D
Gabelli and GAMCO-affiliated entities have filed an amended Schedule 13D, disclosing a collective beneficial ownership of 11.03% in Sinclair, Inc. Class A Common Stock, totaling 5,280,944 shares. This filing specifies that GAMCO Asset Management Inc. holds the largest portion at 7.99%, and the long-form Schedule 13D was chosen due to potential regular communication with Sinclair's management to ensure compliance with disclosure obligations. The report also details recent trading activities and the allocation of voting and dispositive powers among the various reporting entities.
Sinclair (SBGI) chair David D. Smith gifts 4M Class B shares to 2026 family trusts
Sinclair, Inc. (SBGI) Executive Chairman David D. Smith gifted 4,000,000 Class B Common Stock shares to four separate 2026 Series I irrevocable family trusts on March 30, 2026. These transactions, reported with a $0.00 per-share value, are considered non-market transfers for wealth and estate planning and do not affect the number of Sinclair shares outstanding. After these gifts, Smith directly holds 2,911,072.227 Class B shares and maintains substantial Class A Common Stock holdings directly and indirectly.
Sinclair (NASDAQ: SBGI) chair now holds 6.9M Class B shares
Sinclair, Inc. Executive Chairman David D. Smith has restructured his ownership of Class B Common Stock, reclassifying 4 million shares from a trust into his direct ownership at $13.14 per share. Following these transactions, Smith directly holds 6,911,072.227 Class B shares, in addition to significant holdings in Class A shares and other indirect interests. This Form 4 filing details the change in ownership structure, indicating a consolidation of Class B shares under his direct control.
Vanguard realignment leads to separate reports; Sinclair (SBGI) shows 0% ownership
Vanguard Group has filed an amended Schedule 13G/A for Sinclair Inc (SBGI), reporting 0 shares beneficially owned and 0% ownership of common stock. This change is due to an internal realignment effective January 12, 2026, where certain Vanguard subsidiaries will now report their beneficial ownership separately in accordance with SEC Release No. 34-39538. Investors are advised to consult future ownership reports from the disaggregated entities for material position changes.
Sinclair (SBGI) COO Robert Weisbord sells 13,672 Class A shares in open market
Sinclair, Inc. COO Robert Weisbord reported selling 13,672 Class A common shares in two open-market transactions on March 2 and March 11. Despite these sales, which represent a small portion of his overall stake, Weisbord retains significant holdings including restricted stock, 401(k) shares, and Employee Stock Purchase Plan shares. The SEC Form 4/A filing details these transactions and his remaining beneficial ownership.
Sinclair (SBGI) COO exercises options and surrenders shares to issuer
Robert Weisbord, COO and President of Local Media at Sinclair, Inc. (SBGI), exercised stock options to acquire 169,057 Class A Common Stock shares on February 27, 2026. On the same day, he disposed of 153,468 shares to the issuer and for tax withholding, rather than through open-market sales. Following these transactions, Weisbord directly holds 299,316 Class A shares, including restricted stock and shares in benefit plans.
Weisbord, COO of Sinclair, sells $208k in SBGI stock
Robert Weisbord, COO & President of Local Media at Sinclair, Inc. (NASDAQ:SBGI), sold 13,672 shares of Class A Common Stock for approximately $208,297 in two separate transactions in early March 2026. Following these sales, Weisbord directly holds 280,853 shares. The article also notes Sinclair's 7.11% dividend yield, analyst predictions of profitability, and strong Q4 2025 financial results, leading to Benchmark raising its price target to $30.
Weisbord, COO of Sinclair, sells $208k in SBGI stock
Robert Weisbord, COO & President of Local Media at Sinclair, Inc. (NASDAQ:SBGI), sold 13,672 shares of Class A Common Stock across two transactions in March 2026, totaling approximately $208,297. Despite these sales, Weisbord still directly owns 280,853 shares and other holdings. Sinclair has a substantial 7.11% dividend yield, a 17-year dividend payment streak, and analysts predict profitability this year, with Benchmark raising its price target to $30.
Sinclair (SBGI) COO sells 13,672 shares, still holds 280,853
Sinclair, Inc.'s COO and President of Local Media, Robert Weisbord, sold a total of 13,672 shares of Class A Common Stock in two open-market transactions in March. After these sales, he directly owns 280,853 shares, with additional holdings in a 401(k) and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. The Form 4 filing noted the sales occurred on March 2nd and March 11th, and the filing itself was delayed due to internal factors.
Sinclair (SBGI) SVP Bray reports restricted stock vesting and tax withholding
Sinclair, Inc.'s Senior Vice President and Treasurer, Justin LeRoy Bray, reported a compensation-related stock award where 5,635 Class A Common shares vested. Of these, 2,652 shares were withheld by the company to cover tax liabilities, resulting in Bray directly owning 51,314 Class A Common shares after the transaction. This Form 4 filing details the vesting, which occurred on March 8, 2026, and is not an open-market trade.
[Form 4/A] Sinclair, Inc. Amended Insider Trading Activity
This amended Form 4/A filing details insider trading activity for J. Duncan Smith, a director and officer at Sinclair, Inc. The amendment corrects transaction dates and conversion prices related to a bona fide gift of 629,700 Class B shares to an irrevocable trust and a related restructuring. Following these transactions, Smith directly holds 5,293,086 Class B shares, with additional holdings in various trusts and retirement accounts.
Smith of Sinclair Inc. buys $1.5 million in shares By Investing.com
Sinclair, Inc. Executive Chairman David D. Smith acquired 97,285 shares of Class A Common Stock for approximately $1.5 million, even as the stock had declined 9.7% in the prior week. InvestingPro analysis suggests Sinclair is undervalued with a significant 7.22% dividend yield, and the company recently reported strong Q4 2025 financial results, leading Benchmark to raise its price target to $30 with a Buy rating.
Sinclair (SBGI) chair buys Class A shares, gifts 1.49M Class B
Sinclair, Inc.'s Executive Chairman, David D. Smith, recently reported transactions including the purchase of 97,285 Class A Common Stock shares at a weighted-average price of $15.42 and the gifting of 1,494,800 Class B Common Stock shares to irrevocable trusts for family members. These transactions were detailed in an amended SEC Form 4 filing. After these movements, Smith directly holds over 1.4 million Class B and over 1.3 million Class A shares, along with substantial indirect holdings.
[Form 4] Sinclair, Inc. Insider Trading Activity
Sinclair, Inc.'s President & CEO, Christopher Ripley, reported a tax-related share withholding following the vesting of restricted stock. On March 8, 2026, 75,131 Class A shares vested, with 36,853 shares withheld by the issuer at $15.60 per share to cover Ripley's tax liability. This transaction was not an open-market sale, and Ripley now directly holds 824,032 Class A shares, along with additional holdings in a revocable trust and 401(k) fund.
Sinclair (SBGI) SVP Justin Bray has 2,652 shares withheld for tax liability
Sinclair, Inc.'s Senior Vice President and Treasurer, Justin LeRoy Bray, had 2,652 shares of Class A Common Stock withheld on March 8, 2026, to cover tax liabilities associated with the vesting of 5,635 restricted shares. The shares were withheld at a price of $15.60 per share, a routine procedure for equity compensation. Following this transaction, Bray directly holds 51,314 Class A shares, in addition to other holdings through company plans.
Sinclair (SBGI) EVP has 11,056 shares withheld to cover taxes
Sinclair, Inc.'s EVP and Chief Legal Officer, David B. Gibber, had 11,056 shares of Class A Common Stock withheld by the issuer at $15.60 per share to cover tax liabilities. This action followed the vesting of 22,540 restricted shares on March 8, 2026. After the transaction, Mr. Gibber directly owns 213,072 shares, with additional holdings in various company plans.
Smith of Sinclair Inc. buys $1.5 million in shares
Sinclair, Inc.'s Executive Chairman, David D. Smith, acquired 97,285 shares of Class A Common Stock for approximately $1.5 million, despite the stock declining. InvestingPro analysis suggests the company is undervalued, boasts a 7.22% dividend yield, and has maintained payments for 17 consecutive years. Recent strong fourth-quarter 2025 financial results and a raised price target from Benchmark highlight the company's solid performance and strategic initiatives.
Sinclair (SBGI) VP Smith shifts 629,700 Class B shares to family trust
J. Duncan Smith, VP and director at Sinclair (SBGI), reported the transfer of 629,700 Class B Common Stock shares to a family trust through a bona fide gift and restructuring. These transactions were not open-market trades but rather estate planning activities. Smith continues to hold a significant direct ownership stake of approximately 5.29 million Class B shares, in addition to the new indirect trust holdings.
Sinclair ESOP Filings Raise Questions On Dilution And Future Returns
Sinclair (NasdaqGS:SBGI) has filed two shelf registrations for its Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), covering approximately 9.3 million Class A shares worth about $144.5 million. These filings raise questions for investors regarding potential dilution and the company's future returns, especially given Sinclair's recent shift from a net income to a net loss. While ESOPs can aid in talent retention, the impact on operating performance and financial flexibility will need close monitoring, alongside the company's dividend decisions and debt servicing metrics.
Sinclair (SBGI) executive has 34,099 shares withheld for taxes
Sinclair, Inc.'s Executive Vice Chairman, Jason Ryan Smith, had 34,099 shares of Class A Common Stock withheld for tax liabilities on February 28, 2026. These shares were valued at $16.34 each. After this transaction, Smith directly holds 301,119 shares, with additional shares in a 401(k) fund.
Sinclair (SBGI) CEO share withholding covers tax liability
Sinclair, Inc.'s President & CEO, Christopher Ripley, had 114,206 shares of Class A Common Stock withheld on February 28, 2026, to cover tax liabilities at a value of $16.34 per share. This was a tax-withholding disposition, not an open-market sale. After this transaction, Ripley directly holds 860,885 shares, with additional shares held indirectly through a revocable trust and a 401(k) fund.
Tax withholding trims Sinclair, Inc. (SBGI) SVP Justin Bray holdings
Sinclair, Inc.'s Senior Vice President and Treasurer, Justin LeRoy Bray, had 4,809 shares of Class A Common Stock withheld at $16.34 per share to cover tax liabilities. This transaction, a common practice for tax purposes rather than a market sale, leaves him with 56,653 directly held Class A shares, along with additional shares in various plans. The SEC Form 4 filing details these changes in beneficial ownership.
Sinclair (SBGI) EVP uses 16,902 shares to cover tax liability
Sinclair, Inc. EVP & Chief Legal Officer David B. Gibber reported a tax-related share disposition where the company withheld 16,902 shares of Class A Common Stock at $16.34 per share to cover his tax liability. This transaction was not an open-market sale. Following this, Mr. Gibber directly owns 224,128 shares, with additional holdings in various employee plans including stock appreciation rights.
Sinclair (SBGI) CEO awarded 360,750 restricted Class A shares in Form 4
Sinclair, Inc. CEO Christopher Ripley has been awarded 360,750 restricted Class A shares, as reported in a Form 4 SEC filing. These shares were granted at a nominal price and will vest in two equal installments on February 26, 2027, and February 26, 2028. Following this award, Ripley directly holds 975,091 Class A shares.
Sinclair (SBGI) treasurer Justin Bray awarded 18,887 restricted stock shares
Sinclair, Inc.'s SVP and treasurer, Justin LeRoy Bray, was granted 18,887 shares of Class A common stock as restricted stock on February 26, 2026. These shares will vest in two equal installments on February 26, 2027, and February 26, 2028. Following this award, Bray directly owns 61,462 shares of Class A common stock, with additional holdings in various benefit plans.
Sinclair Q4 2025 Earnings: $109M Profit, $836M Revenue | Annual Results - News and Statistics
Sinclair Inc. announced a Q4 2025 profit of $109 million, or $1.55 per share, with revenues totaling $836 million. Despite this strong quarterly performance, the company reported an overall annual loss of $112 million, or $1.62 per share, on full-year revenues of $3.17 billion. The article also provides details about a comprehensive report on the television receiver industry in the United States.
Sinclair Broadcast Group (SBGI) Q4 Profit Recovery Tests Bullish Earnings Narratives
Sinclair Broadcast Group (SBGI) reported Q4 2025 revenue of US$836 million and EPS of US$1.56, marking a significant recovery from a Q1 loss. Despite this, the company still has a trailing 12-month net loss of US$112 million, raising questions about the durability of the recent profit recovery and the long-term outlook for its digital expansion efforts. The stock trades at a low price-to-sales multiple but faces concerns over slow revenue growth, dividend coverage, and significant insider selling.
Sinclair Declares $0.25 per Share Quarterly Cash Dividend
Sinclair, Inc. announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.25 per share for its Class A and Class B common stock. The dividend is payable on March 24, 2026, to shareholders of record as of March 10, 2026. Sinclair is a diversified media company with extensive television station holdings and ownership of the Tennis Channel.
Sinclair Declares $0.25 per Share Quarterly Cash Dividend
Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) has announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.25 per share for its Class A and Class B common stock. The dividend is scheduled for payment on March 24, 2026, to shareholders of record as of March 10, 2026. Sinclair is a diversified media company involved in local news, sports, and owning television stations and networks.
Sinclair Declares $0.25 per Share Quarterly Cash Dividend
Sinclair, Inc. announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.25 per share for its Class A and Class B common stock. The dividend is scheduled to be paid on March 24, 2026, to shareholders of record as of the close of business on March 10, 2026. Sinclair is a diversified media company known for its television stations, local news, sports coverage, and digital content production.
Sinclair Declares $0.25 per Share Quarterly Cash Dividend
Sinclair (Nasdaq: SBGI) announced its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.25 per share for both Class A and Class B common stock. The dividend is payable on March 24, 2026, to shareholders of record as of the close of business on March 10, 2026. Sinclair is a diversified media company operating 179 television stations and various brands including Tennis Channel.
Sinclair, Inc. Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend on Class A and Class B Common Stock, Payable on March 24, 2026
Sinclair, Inc. announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.25 per share for its Class A and Class B common stock. This dividend is payable on March 24, 2026, to shareholders of record as of March 10, 2026. The announcement was made on February 25, 2026, by the company's Board of Directors.
Sinclair Declares $0.25 per Share Quarterly Cash Dividend
Sinclair, Inc. announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.25 per share on its Class A and Class B common stock. The dividend will be payable on March 24, 2026, to shareholders of record as of March 10, 2026. Sinclair is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports.
Sinclair Earnings Report 2025: Analyst Forecasts & Revenue Trends - News and Statistics
Sinclair (SBGI) is expected to report a 16.4% year-on-year revenue decrease for its upcoming Q4 2025 earnings, following a 15.7% decline in the prior quarter. Despite analysts maintaining their estimates for stability, the company has frequently missed revenue projections. Its stock has declined by 7.3% recently, similar to the broader media and entertainment sector's underperformance.
Sinclair CEO Chris Ripley: Despite Diamond Disappointment, Sports Is Still the Broadcaster's Crown Jewel (Bloom)
Sinclair Broadcast Group CEO Chris Ripley asserts that sports remain central to the company's strategy despite its regional sports network (RSN) subsidiary, Diamond Sports Group, filing for bankruptcy. Ripley highlights the success of the Tennis Channel as a testing ground for interactive sports content and the potential of Next-Gen TV to enhance fan engagement and introduce gamification and sports betting integration. Sinclair is also exploring new ways to distribute live sports, including potential partnerships with sports franchises for its local stations.
Friedman, director at Sinclair, sells $222k in shares
Howard E. Friedman, a director at Sinclair, Inc. (NASDAQ:SBGI), sold 14,713 shares of Class A Common Stock for approximately $222,313 on January 6, 2026. This transaction leaves him with 77,685 shares in the company. Concurrently, Sinclair Inc. had an unsolicited acquisition proposal for E.W. Scripps Company rejected, while Guggenheim raised its price target for Sinclair Broadcasting to $20, maintaining a Buy rating.
Friedman, director at Sinclair, sells $222k in shares
Howard E. Friedman, a director at Sinclair, Inc. (NASDAQ:SBGI), sold 14,713 shares of Class A Common Stock for approximately $222,313 on January 6, 2026. This transaction leaves Friedman with 77,685 shares. The article also mentions E.W. Scripps Company¹s rejection of Sinclair¹s acquisition proposal and Guggenheim raising Sinclair Broadcasting's price target to $20 with a Buy rating.
This Insider Has Just Sold Shares In Sinclair
An insider at Sinclair, David Gibber, recently sold US$490k worth of stock, reducing his holding by 14%. Despite this sale, the company saw significant insider buying over the last year, with Executive Chairman David Smith purchasing US$3.7m in shares and overall insider net purchases totaling US$13m. Insiders collectively own 42% of Sinclair, indicating strong alignment with shareholder interests.
Sinclair EVP Gibber sells $538k in stock By Investing.com
Sinclair, Inc. Executive Vice President David B. Gibber sold 29,376 shares of Class A Common Stock for approximately $538,107 on December 11, 2025. This transaction occurred after SBGI shares surged 30.81% over six months, with the company also making an unsolicited acquisition proposal to E.W. Scripps Company and exceeding its Q3 2025 revenue guidance. Despite insider selling, Sinclair maintains a 6.08% dividend yield and has a long history of consistent dividends.
Sinclair EVP Gibber sells $538k in stock
David B. Gibber, EVP and Chief Legal Officer of Sinclair, Inc. (NASDAQ: SBGI), sold 29,376 shares of Class A Common Stock for approximately $538,107 on December 11, 2025. This transaction follows a 30.81% surge in SBGI shares over the past six months and comes amidst Sinclair's unsolicited acquisition proposal to E.W. Scripps Company and strong third-quarter 2025 earnings. Despite recent insider selling, Sinclair maintains a 6.08% dividend yield and has consistently paid dividends for 16 consecutive years.
Sinclair EVP Gibber sells $538k in stock
Sinclair, Inc.'s Executive Vice President and Chief Legal Officer, David B. Gibber, sold 29,376 shares of Class A Common Stock for approximately $538,107 on December 11, 2025. This transaction comes as SBGI shares have surged 30.81% in the past six months, despite the company facing profitability challenges. Sinclair maintains a 6.08% dividend yield and has consistently paid dividends for 16 consecutive years.
Scripps' board gives nod for 'poison pill' after Sinclair's buyout offer
The article states that Scripps' board has approved a "poison pill" defense mechanism after receiving a buyout offer from Sinclair. This action typically aims to make a hostile takeover more difficult or expensive for the acquiring company by diluting their ownership stake.
Scripps Adopts Poison Pill After Takeover Bid by Sinclair
E.W. Scripps Co. has implemented a "poison pill" defense to counter an unsolicited takeover bid from Sinclair Inc. The company's board stated this action aims to protect shareholders from "coercive tactics" and provide time to explore alternatives, ensuring the best possible deal for all.
WEWS owner Scripps targeted for acquisition in local TV shakeup
Sinclair Inc. has acquired an 8.2% stake in EW Scripps Co. and is pursuing an acquisition of the local-TV station owner. The proposed merger, which Sinclair believes could generate $300 million in synergies, comes as local TV station owners anticipate relaxed FCC rules regarding market concentration. Scripps, which operates WEWS in Cleveland and WCPO in Cincinnati, stated its board will evaluate the transaction and take steps to protect shareholder interests from what it terms "opportunistic actions" by Sinclair.
Scripps Sends Mixed Messages in Response to Possible Sinclair Deal
E.W. Scripps has issued a statement after Sinclair acquired an 8.2% stake in the company and revealed discussions about a potential deal. While Scripps stated its commitment to enhancing shareholder value and evaluating all transactions, it also emphasized its intent to protect the company and its shareholders from opportunistic actions by Sinclair or others. This creates a mixed message regarding its openness to Sinclair's interest.
E.W. Scripps (SSP) Soars as Sinclair Builds 8.2% Stake and Pushes for Takeover on November 17, 2025
Sinclair Inc. has disclosed an 8.2% stake in The E.W. Scripps Company (SSP) and is actively pursuing a merger, causing SSP stock to jump over 20%. The proposed deal aims for more than $300 million in annual cost synergies and is expected to require no external financing, potentially valuing Scripps at three times its recent share price for investors in the combined entity. Scripps, while acknowledging Sinclair's interest, has stated it remains focused on its strategic plan but will evaluate all options to enhance shareholder value.
Sinclair Takes 8.2% Stake In Scripps' Class A Shares
Sinclair, Inc. (SBGI) announced it has acquired an 8.2% stake in the Class A shares of The E.W. Scripps Company (SSP). Scripps' board and management stated they are focused on driving shareholder value and will take steps to protect the company from opportunistic actions. Sinclair's stock saw a pre-market gain following the announcement.
Scripps responds to Sinclair share purchase
The E.W. Scripps Company responded to Sinclair Inc.'s acquisition of approximately 8.2% of its non-voting shares. Scripps stated its board and management are focused on driving shareholder value through strategic execution and will take steps to protect the company and its shareholders from opportunistic actions. The company also confirmed it had previously received an unsolicited proposal from Sinclair and adopted a limited-duration shareholder rights plan.
Sinclair Reveals Merger Talks With E.W. Scripps In Latest Shakeup Of Local TV Sector
Sinclair Inc. has announced it is engaging in merger discussions with E.W. Scripps and has acquired 8% of Scripps' Class A shares. The potential merger, which could take 9-12 months to complete, aims to achieve $300 million in annual synergies and would necessitate a change to federal rules limiting station ownership. This move highlights a trend of consolidation in the local TV sector, with companies arguing for "further scale" to compete with large tech and media players.
