FMP
Feb 10, 2026
Knowles Corporation (NYSE:KN) is a prominent player in the audio technology sector, catering to global original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). The company is known for its innovative solutions and has been performing well in the market. Recently, there have been notable insider transactions that have caught the attention of investors.
On February 10, 2026, Robert J. Perna, Senior Vice President, General Counsel, and Secretary of Knowles, sold 3,166 shares at $27.09 each. This transaction follows a similar move by President and CEO Jeffrey Niew, who sold 50,000 shares on January 15, 2026, for approximately $1.2 million. Niew's sale was based on a weighted average price of $24.75, with the market closing at $24.93 that day.
Niew's sale represented 5.62% of his direct holdings, significantly higher than the recent median sell size of 2.73% for insiders. This was the largest open-market sale since December 2024. The timing coincided with a 24% increase in Knowles' share price, reflecting the company's strong market performance.
Knowles' financial metrics reveal a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 52.76, indicating high investor confidence. The price-to-sales ratio is 3.90, and the enterprise value to sales ratio is 4.06, showing the market's valuation of the company's sales. The enterprise value to operating cash flow ratio is 21.14, highlighting the company's cash flow coverage.
The company's debt-to-equity ratio is low at 0.19, suggesting a conservative approach to debt. With a current ratio of 2.75, Knowles demonstrates strong liquidity, having more than twice the current assets compared to its liabilities. These metrics underscore the company's financial health and market position.

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