Corporate stock transactions reported in recent SEC filings

Several corporate stock transactions have been reported through recent SEC filings involving various companies and institutional investors.

Karl J. Jorgenrud, President of Global Industrial at The Sherwin-Williams Company, sold 7,886 shares of common stock on August 7, 2026. The transaction, valued at approximately $2.9 million, was a cashless exercise of stock options originally granted in 2017. Following the sale, Jorgenrud retains significant holdings in both direct and indirect accounts.

In the financial services sector, SFE Investment Counsel established a new position in East West Bancorp, Inc., purchasing 10,610 shares valued at roughly $1.37 million during the second quarter. Other institutional investors, including Geode Capital Management and Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management, have also recently modified their holdings in the company.

Additionally, Empowered Funds LLC increased its stake in Worthington Steel, Inc. by 13.6% during the first quarter, bringing its total ownership to 240,916 shares. Other major institutions such as the Vanguard Group and Dimensional Fund Advisors have also adjusted their positions in the steel manufacturer.