ECBK ECB Bancorp, Inc. /MD/ Insider Trading

CFO Brandon Lavertu buys 40 ECBK shares in 4 transactions at blended average $17.89; stock near 52-week high of $18.67

Brandon Lavertu, CFO of ECB Bancorp, executed 4 separate purchases totaling 40 shares for $715.60 on 2026-04-30, at a blended average price of $17.89. His prior 5 buys at ECBK (all on 2025-02-24) each posted positive 90-day returns averaging 12.6%, establishing a pattern of well-timed entry points at this ticker. The current price of $18.09 is within 3.1% of the 52-week high of $18.67, and the stock has gained 7.1% over the past 30 days. His cross-ticker track record shows 20 prior buys with a 100% 90-day win rate, though this current purchase represents a modest addition of 40 shares (+0.1% to his 32.4K holdings). The modest share count and timing near recent highs merit monitoring against the backdrop of his historically consistent buy execution.

Director Maura Ellen Sullivan buys 2,200 ECBK shares at $18.50; holdings rise to 5,700 shares (+62.9%)

Sullivan purchased 2,200 shares of ECBK at $18.50, increasing her stake from 3,500 to 5,700 shares, representing a 62.9% increase in her position. The purchase price of $18.50 is just $0.13 below the current price of $18.37, which sits at the 52-week high, suggesting the purchase occurred near peak valuations. Over the same-ticker history, Sullivan's five prior ECBK purchases (all in December 2025) showed modest 30-day returns ranging from +0.8% to +2.1%, with no measurable 90-day outcomes yet available. The company trades at a P/E of 24.49 with a market cap of $161.6M, reflecting a relatively full valuation. This transaction reflects continued accumulation at a director level but within a historically tight return profile.

Director Maura Ellen Sullivan acquired 3,500 shares in 13 transactions for $58,976.60, building new position from zero holdings.

Director Sullivan initiated a substantial open-market position in ECB Bancorp on December 8–9, 2025, with 13 separate purchases accumulating 3,500 shares at a blended average price of $16.85. This represents a completely new holding from a zero pre-transaction baseline, suggesting a deliberate decision to acquire a meaningful equity stake in her company. The stock currently trades at $16.84, only 0.06% below the blended acquisition price, placing the recent purchases near current market levels. At a P/E of 22.45 and market cap of $148.1M, ECB Bancorp is a modestly capitalized regional bank; the scale of Sullivan's purchase ($58,976.60 across two days) is significant relative to the company's size and represents a notable commitment by a director.

ECBK CEO O'Neil buys 1,250 shares at $15.85; prior ECBK buy in May 2023 returned +11.4% over 90 days

O'Neil Richard J Jr, as President and CEO, purchased 1,250 shares of ECB Bancorp at $15.85 on 2025-09-16, increasing his holdings to 27,355 shares (+4.8% vs pre-transaction). His single prior purchase at ECBK in May 2023 delivered +11.4% over the subsequent 90 days, suggesting a pattern of well-timed entry points at this specific company. The current stock price of $16.34 sits 5.1% below the 52-week high of $17.22, placing this buy in a pullback context. At a P/E of 27.23 and with net income of $1.4M underlying a $144.6M market cap, the transaction occurs when valuation metrics have compressed from recent peaks, though still above prior lows.

CFO Lavertu Brandon purchased 1,828 shares across 15 transactions on 2025-02-24 at blended average $14.45, holding 32,383 shares post-transaction.

Brandon completed 15 separate purchases totaling 1,828 shares for $26,417.90 on 2025-02-24 at prices ranging from $14.40 to $14.49, tightening into the upper end of the 52-week range ($11.45–$15.68). This represents a 6.0% increase in his holdings to 32,383 shares. The current price of $14.65 lies within the transaction price band, though -6.6% from the 52-week high. Brandon has executed 5 consecutive buy transactions at ECBK within 3 days (2025-02-21 and 2025-02-24), indicating sustained accumulation. His cross-ticker track record shows 20 prior buys, establishing a history of open-market acquisitions, though outcomes at ECBK itself are not yet measurable given the recent timing of these purchases.

CFO Lavertu Brandon bought 3,122 shares at blended average $14.38 over 2 days; holdings rose 25.2% to 15,517 shares.

Lavertu Brandon, ECB Bancorp's CFO, executed 26 separate purchases totaling 3,122 shares for $44,879.08 on 2025-02-20 and 2025-02-21, raising his holdings from 12,395 to 15,517 shares (+25.2%). The blended average price of $14.38 is close to the current price of $14.64, indicating recent transaction timing. Across his cross-ticker track record, the insider has demonstrated consistent buy discipline with a 100% 90-day win rate and average 90-day return of +5.3%, though his 5 prior trades at ECBK are all very recent buys with outcomes not yet measurable. The substantial share accumulation by a CFO at a 39.57 P/E ratio suggests conviction in the stock at current levels, though the 25.2% increase in position size warrants attention given the company's modest $1.1M net income and $133.5M market cap.

ECBK EVP/COO John A. Citrano purchases 3,050 shares for $43,087.78 across 26 separate transactions on Feb 12–13 at blended average $14.13

John A. Citrano, EVP and COO of ECB Bancorp, executed 26 separate open-market purchases totaling 3,050 shares for $43,087.78 over two trading days (Feb 12–13, 2025), bringing his holdings from 59,325 to 62,375 shares (+5.1%). The blended average purchase price of $14.13 is positioned 0.84% below the current price of $14.25 and 9.8% below the 52-week high of $15.68, placing this accumulation in a context of near-term price resilience but intermediate weakness. The multi-transaction structure across two consecutive days, coupled with his prior five purchases at ECBK on Feb 11 (outcomes not yet measurable), indicates sustained buying intent during a period when the stock is down 1.0% over 30 days and 5.0% over 90 days. This persistent accumulation by a C-suite executive merits attention as a potential reflection of management's perceived value, though the high P/E of 38.51 and modest net income of $1,133,000 introduce valuation caution.

EVP/COO John A Citrano purchases 3,675 shares across 21 transactions totaling $51,970.15 at ECB Bancorp (ECBK) on Feb 10-11

John A Citrano, EVP and COO, executed 21 separate purchases totaling 3,675 shares for $51,970.15 over February 10-11, 2025, raising his holdings from 55,650 to 59,325 shares (+6.6%). The blended average price of $14.14 sits 0.91% above the current price of $14.01 and within the 52-week range of $11.45–$15.68. The multi-day, multi-tranche execution across narrow price bands ($14.00–$14.20) suggests methodical accumulation rather than reactive positioning. Citrano's cross-ticker track record shows 20 prior open-market buys with a 100% 90-day win rate and +11.4% average 90-day return; however, his same-ticker history at ECBK is limited to the five recent purchases on 2025-02-12 with no measurable outcomes yet. The company's P/E of 37.86 and market cap of $127.7M provide context for relative valuation, though fundamentals alone do not explain timing.

ECB Bancorp CFO Brandon Lavertu acquires 5,000 shares across 6 transactions totaling $69,857.44

Brandon Lavertu, CFO of ECB Bancorp, executed 6 separate purchases on 2024-09-19, acquiring 5,000 shares at prices ranging from $13.87 to $14.00, with a blended average price of $13.97. This purchase increased his holdings by 12.5% from 40,000 to 45,000 shares. The current market price of $14.62 sits at the 52-week high (+0.0% from high), and the stock has appreciated 11.3% over 30 days and 18.3% over 90 days. At a P/E of 37.49, the company trades at a notably elevated valuation relative to earnings ($791,000.00 net income), suggesting the market has already priced in significant growth expectations. The substantial, multi-tranched buy by a senior officer at near-current market levels during a period of strong recent momentum warrants investor attention to the company's underlying fundamentals and growth drivers.

ECB Bancorp EVP/COO John Citrano bought 9,650 shares in 24 transactions totaling $130,655.72 on Sept 17–18.

John A. Citrano, EVP and COO, executed 24 separate purchases totaling 9,650 shares for $130,655.72 at a blended average price of $13.54, increasing his holdings from 46,000 to 55,650 shares (+21.0% net change). This substantial multi-day accumulation represents his largest purchase volume relative to prior activity at ECBK—his 5 prior trades at this ticker all occurred on 2024-05-14 and 2024-05-15, with all 5 showing positive 90-day returns (range +5.6% to +9.0%), establishing a 100% win rate in same-ticker timing. The current stock price of $14.00 is +5.3% over 30 days and +13.3% over 90 days since the transaction, sitting near the 52-week high of $14.15, whereas the blended transaction price of $13.54 was modestly below current levels. His cross-ticker track record across 20 prior buys shows an average 90-day return of +9.3% with a 100% win rate, suggesting a pattern of disciplined entry timing. The scale of this purchase—nearly one-quarter additional stake—relative to his existing position and the historically consistent 90-day outcomes at this ticker warrant investor attention to management's conviction and forward guidance.