QuidelOrtho (QDEL) Insider Kenneth Buechler Buys 3,661 Shares

Kenneth Buechler, an insider at QDEL, bought 3,661 shares on June 25, 2026. The transaction was not part of a pre-planned trading program, and the shares were acquired at no specified price.

Other Institutional Activity in QDEL

Several institutional investors adjusted their positions in QDEL. BlackRock, Inc. added 107,409 shares, ending with 10,449,127 shares valued at about $171.7 million. FMR LLC increased its holdings by 1,170,934 shares, totaling 6,591,152 shares worth approximately $108.3 million, representing a 21.6% increase. Meanwhile, T. Rowe Price Investment Management, Inc. reduced its position by 6,202,133 shares, holding 5,629,965 shares valued at $92.5 million, a decrease of 52.4%. Newtyn Management, LLC grew its stake by 1,543,877 shares to 4,558,472 shares, with a value of about $74.9 million, a 51.2% increase. Vanguard Portfolio Management LLC opened a new position with 4,031,768 shares, worth about $66.2 million.

QuidelOrtho Corporation Stock Up 71.7%

Shares of QDEL traded near $13.79 on Tuesday. The stock has seen various institutional adjustments recently, with a market activity that reflects a mix of increased and decreased holdings by major funds.

Insider Buying and Selling at QuidelOrtho Corporation

On June 25, 2026, several insiders at QDEL made purchases. John Chiminski bought 1,109 shares, Edward Michael acquired 1,053 shares, and Mary Lake Polan purchased 15,532 shares. Kenneth Widder also bought 1,997 shares, alongside Buechler's acquisition of 3,661 shares. None of these transactions were part of a Rule 10b5-1 plan.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

On May 7, 2026, Jefferies downgraded QDEL to a 'hold' with a price target of $12.50. Citigroup maintained its 'hold' rating on May 6, 2026, with a target of $13.00. UBS also maintained a 'hold' rating with a $17.00 target on April 10, 2026.

Bottom Line

Kenneth Buechler's purchase of QDEL shares is part of broader insider buying activity. Institutional investors have shown mixed movements, with some increasing and others decreasing their stakes. Analysts have recently adjusted their ratings, reflecting a cautious outlook on the stock. This insider activity and analyst sentiment could be of interest to investors tracking QDEL's market performance. Remember, insider transactions are backward-looking and may not reflect current positions.