BJ's Restaurants (BJRI) Insider Janet Sherlock Buys 2,955 Shares

Janet Sherlock has made a move to buy shares of BJ's Restaurants, Inc. (NasdaqGS: BJRI). On June 18, 2026, she acquired 2,955 shares. The transaction wasn't part of a pre-planned arrangement.

BJ's Restaurants, Inc. Stock Down 8.1%

Shares of NasdaqGS: BJRI traded near $54.72 on Tuesday. BJ's Restaurants, Inc. has a market cap of about $1.15 billion. The company trades with a P/E ratio of 27.5 and a forward P/E of 21.0, indicating investors expect future earnings growth. The stock's beta is 1.363, suggesting more volatility than the market average. Over the past year, the stock has swung between $28.46 and $56.21. Its current 50-day moving average is $42.60, and the 200-day moving average is $38.26. The company's current ratio is low at 0.312, with a quick ratio of 0.193, and it has a debt-to-equity ratio of 124.192.

Insider Buying and Selling at BJ's Restaurants, Inc.

On the same day, June 18, 2026, other insiders were also active. Lea Anne Ottinger bought 4,433 shares, while Noah Elbogen purchased 4,652 shares at an average price of $37.70. On the selling side, Gregory Lynds, EVP & Chief Development Officer, sold 6,201 shares. Kendra Miller, EVP & General Counsel, and Brian Krakower, EVP & Chief Information Officer, also sold shares, with transactions of 19,261 and 7,341 shares respectively.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

Recently, several analysts have maintained their ratings on BJ's Restaurants. On May 7, 2026, Piper Sandler maintained a 'hold' rating with a $43 target. Barclays maintained a 'sell' rating with a $38 target on May 6, while Benchmark held a 'buy' rating with a $50 target. As of now, the consensus target price is around $44.44, based on opinions from nine analysts.

About BJ's Restaurants, Inc.

BJ's Restaurants, Inc. operates full-service restaurants across the United States. Known for its pizzas, craft beers, and diverse menu, the company was originally founded as Chicago Pizza & Brewery, Inc. in 1978. Headquartered in Huntington Beach, California, BJ's is led by CEO Mr. Lyle D. Tick and employs over 22,000 people. The company has grown its brand by offering a casual dining experience with a wide variety of food options.

Bottom Line

Insider transactions, such as Janet Sherlock's recent purchase, often draw attention from investors looking for clues about a company's future. BJ's Restaurants trades actively on the Nasdaq and has seen a range of analyst opinions, reflecting diverse expectations about its performance. As always, it's important to remember that these insights are backward-looking and should be considered as part of a broader investment strategy.