MGRC VP and Division Manager John Lieffrig Sells $250K of Stock

John Lieffrig, Vice President and Division Manager at McGrath RentCorp, sold 2,000 shares of the company on June 25, 2026. This planned transaction was executed at an average price of $125 per share, totaling $250,000.

Insider Buying and Selling at McGrath RentCorp

In recent insider activity at McGrath RentCorp, John Lieffrig sold another 500 shares on June 26, 2026, also as a planned transaction. Other insiders, including Gilda Malek, Kristina Van Trease, and David Whitney, have also sold shares in June 2026, with Malek selling 1,407 shares and both Van Trease and Whitney selling 3,783 shares each.

Other Institutional Activity in McGrath RentCorp

Several institutional investors have adjusted their positions in McGrath RentCorp. River Road Asset Management increased its holdings by 29,716 shares, bringing its total to over 2.16 million shares valued at approximately $238.3 million. BlackRock reduced its position by 22,911 shares, now holding about 1.94 million shares worth $214 million. Meanwhile, Vanguard Portfolio Management and Vanguard Capital Management both opened new positions, acquiring over 1.4 million and 1.1 million shares respectively. Dimensional Fund Advisors also increased its stake by 47,451 shares to a total of 906,954 shares, valued at $100 million.

McGrath RentCorp Stock Up 9.6%

On Tuesday, shares of NasdaqGS:MGRC traded near $123.31. McGrath RentCorp has a market capitalization of approximately $3.03 billion and a P/E ratio of 19.57. The stock's 52-week range is between $94.99 and $128.41, with a 50-day moving average of $113.51 and a 200-day moving average of $111.66. The company maintains a current ratio of 1.98 and a quick ratio of 1.36, with a debt-to-equity ratio of 44.15.

Recent Earnings

McGrath RentCorp reported revenue of $947.4 million with a growth rate of 1.6%. The company achieved an EPS of $6.30, with a net margin of 16.38% and a return on equity of 13.07%. The next earnings report is expected on July 29, 2026.

Dividend

McGrath RentCorp pays an annual dividend of $1.96 per share, yielding 1.59%. The payout ratio stands at 30.79%.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

Barclays initiated coverage on McGrath RentCorp with a 'buy' rating and a price target of $140 on February 12, 2026. The consensus among analysts suggests a target mean price of $145.40, with a range from $140 to $150, based on five analyst opinions.

About McGrath RentCorp

McGrath RentCorp, headquartered in Livermore, California, operates as a business-to-business rental company, offering modular buildings, portable storage containers, and electronic test equipment. The company serves various industries including education, healthcare, and construction through its segments: Mobile Modular, Portable Storage, TRS-RenTelco, and Enviroplex. McGrath RentCorp was founded in 1979 and is led by CEO Philip B. Hawkins.

Bottom Line

John Lieffrig's recent sale of McGrath RentCorp shares is part of a planned transaction. The company's stock remains a point of interest for institutional investors, with several funds adjusting their holdings. As McGrath RentCorp continues to perform, investors will be watching upcoming earnings and analyst ratings closely. As always, remember that insider transactions are disclosed after they occur and may not reflect current positions.