--- title: "Savers Value Village 10% Owner Trades $235.75M In Company Stock" type: "News" locale: "en" url: "https://longbridge.com/en/news/296246543.md" description: "ARES Management LLC, a 10% owner of Savers Value Village (NYSE:SVV), sold 23 million shares worth $235.75 million on August 17, per SEC Form 4 filings. The transaction occurred as SVV shares rose 0.76% to $10.30. Savers Value Village reported 7.43% revenue growth but faces high debt-to-equity ratios and elevated P/E valuations compared to industry peers." datetime: "2026-08-18T15:02:12.000Z" locales: - [zh-CN](https://longbridge.com/zh-CN/news/296246543.md) - [en](https://longbridge.com/en/news/296246543.md) - [zh-HK](https://longbridge.com/zh-HK/news/296246543.md) generator: "portal-rs" --- # Savers Value Village 10% Owner Trades $235.75M In Company Stock **ARES MANAGEMENT LLC**, 10% Owner at **Savers Value Village** (NYSE:SVV), executed a substantial insider sell on August 17, according to an SEC filing. **What Happened:** After conducting a thorough analysis, LLC sold 23,000,000 shares of **Savers Value Village**. This information was disclosed in a Form 4 filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on Monday. The total transaction value is $235,750,000. Monitoring the market, **Savers Value Village**'s shares up by 0.76% at $10.3 during Tuesday's morning. ### Get to Know Savers Value Village Better Savers Value Village Inc is a for-profit thrift operator in the United States and Canada. It purchases second-hand textiles (i.e., clothing, bedding, and bath items), shoes, accessories, housewares, books, and other goods from its non-profit partners (NPPs), either directly from them or via on-site donations (OSDs) at Community Donation Centers at its stores. The company then processes, selects, prices, and sells these items in its stores. ### A Deep Dive into Savers Value Village's Financials **Revenue Growth:** Savers Value Village displayed positive results in 3 months. As of 30 June, 2026, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately **7.43%**. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Consumer Discretionary sector. **Profitability Metrics: Unlocking Value** - Gross Margin: The company sets a benchmark with a high gross margin of 56.87%, reflecting superior cost management and profitability compared to its peers. - Earnings per Share (EPS): Savers Value Village's EPS lags behind the industry average, indicating concerns and potential challenges with a current EPS of 0.14. **Debt Management:** Savers Value Village's debt-to-equity ratio stands notably higher than the industry average, reaching **3.23**. This indicates a heavier reliance on borrowed funds, raising concerns about financial leverage. **Valuation Overview:** - Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: Savers Value Village's current Price to Earnings (P/E) ratio of 70.4 is higher than the industry average, indicating that the stock may be overvalued according to market sentiment. - Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio: The current P/S ratio of 0.98 is below industry norms, suggesting potential undervaluation and presenting an investment opportunity for those considering sales performance. - EV/EBITDA Analysis (Enterprise Value to its Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation & Amortization): Boasting an EV/EBITDA ratio of 15.99, Savers Value Village demonstrates a robust market valuation, outperforming industry benchmarks. **Market Capitalization Analysis:** Positioned below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization faces constraints in size. This could be influenced by factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity. ### Why Insider Transactions Are Important Insider transactions are not the sole determinant of investment choices, but they are a factor worth considering. Exploring the legal landscape, an "insider" is defined as any officer, director, or beneficial owner holding more than ten percent of a company’s equity securities, as stipulated by Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This encompasses executives in the c-suite and major hedge funds. These insiders are required to report their transactions through a Form 4 filing, which must be submitted within two business days of the transaction. Highlighted by a company insider's new purchase, there's a positive anticipation for the stock to rise. But, insider sells may not necessarily indicate a bearish view and can be motivated by various factors. ### Deciphering Transaction Codes in Insider Filings Navigating through the landscape of transactions, investors often prioritize those unfolding in the open market, precisely detailed in Table I of the Form 4 filing. A **P** in Box 3 denotes a purchase, while **S** signifies a sale. Transaction code **C** signals the conversion of an option, and transaction code **A** denotes a grant, award, or other acquisition of securities from the company. Check Out The Full List Of Savers Value Village's Insider Trades. *This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.* ### Related Stocks - [SVV.US](https://longbridge.com/en/quote/SVV.US.md) - [ARES.US](https://longbridge.com/en/quote/ARES.US.md) - [ARES-B.US](https://longbridge.com/en/quote/ARES-B.US.md) ## Related News & Research - [EFG International AG Makes New $2.66 Million Investment in Savers Value Village, Inc. $SVV](https://longbridge.com/en/news/297146551.md) - [Ares Closes Fifth Japan Logistics Real Estate Development Fund at ¥612 Billion (US$4 Billion), Hitting Hard Cap | ARES Stock News](https://longbridge.com/en/news/297565969.md) - [Ieq Capital LLC Invests $990,000 in Savers Value Village, Inc. $SVV](https://longbridge.com/en/news/297294223.md) - [Is the SEC creating a better version of the ICO?](https://longbridge.com/en/news/297635414.md) - [West Coast Community Bancorp Files SEC Form 10 in Preparation for Nasdaq Uplist | WCCB Stock News](https://longbridge.com/en/news/297557921.md) --- > **Disclaimer: This article is for reference only and does not constitute any investment advice.**