GAM
Neutral signalScored 2026-10-20 Drivers: trend, fundamentals. Moteurs : tendance, fondamentaux.
Research, not advice.
À propos
General American Investors Company, Inc.
- Nom
- General American Investors Company, Inc.
- Secteur
- Financial Services
- Industrie
- Asset Management
- Bourse
- NYSE
- Capitalisation
- $1.5B
- Employés
- 15
- PDG
- Jeffrey W. Priest
- Site web
- https://www.generalamericaninvestors.com
- Marché
- AAMICETFRMEFSCOGSBDMBIN
General American Investors Company, Inc. is a publicly owned investment manager. The firm invests in the public equity markets of United States. It invests in growth stocks of companies. It makes investments in Information Technology, Financials, Consumer Staples, Consumer Discretionary, Retailing, Communication Services, Industrials, Health Care, Energy and Materials. The firm employs fundamental analysis with a bottom-up stock picking approach to make its investments. It conducts in-house research to make its investments. General American Investors Company, Inc. was founded in 1927 and is based in New York, New York.
Price (1 year)
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ACHAT TOTAL: 5000 titres (~120000 USD)
- Insiders
- Stark Eugene S
- Total bought
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$120,000
Avg buy (VWAP, 90d window) $23.15 vs last close $63.72 (+175.2%)
- Total sold
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Avg sell (VWAP, 90d window) —
Total sold sums Form 4 code S in this window. Codes F, M, A and G are left out.
- Last activity
- 2026-09-15
- Liquidity
- Thin $1,396,449/day · 20d vol
- Last synced
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Recent Form 4
Filings in the 90-day window for this company. Value is shares × price from the filing. Research, not advice.
| Date | Person | Side | Shares | Price | Value | Form 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-23 | DAVIDSON SPENCER | Buy · P P | 10,000 | $22.75 | ≈ $227,500 | Form 4 |
| 2026-09-23 | Stark Eugene S | Buy · P P | 5,000 | $22.75 | ≈ $113,750 | Form 4 |
| 2026-09-18 | Priest Jeffrey W | Buy · P P | 4,000 | $23.46 | ≈ $93,840 | Form 4 |
| 2026-09-17 | Jin Samantha X. | Buy · P P | 1,000 | $23.66 | ≈ $23,660 | Form 4 |
| 2026-09-15 | Stark Eugene S | Buy · P P | 5,000 | $24.00 | ≈ $120,000 | Form 4 |
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Signal
Neutral signalScored 2026-10-20 Drivers: trend, fundamentals. Moteurs : tendance, fondamentaux.
GAM combines a robust balance sheet (liquidity score 85, fundamentals trend 75) with a meaningful insider cluster-buy catalyst (score 75, confidence 0.7), where multiple insiders including the CEO and Treasurer deployed…
The first sentence of the analysis written for GAM on 2026-10-20 - a real excerpt, not a sample. The rest of it, the 0-100 score and the rating it produced are part of Plus. See plans.
Factor checklist — research, not advice
A check leans with a bullish reading. A cross leans against it. A dash is unavailable or mixed.
- Insider Supports a bullish reading. Open-market purchases outweigh sales
- Narrative Supports a bullish reading. Stored narrative reading is in the bullish band
- Congress Unavailable or mixed. No purchase disclosures in the stored window
- Timing Pulls against a bullish reading. Interesting trend — weekly bias down
- Financial indicators Supports a bullish reading. Current ratio 1.26 · operating margin 207%
Suggested stop 62.74, nearest stored support minus 0.5 ATR(1.5% under the last close). Reward/risk to the next stored resistance is 0.69. Wait — that reward/risk is under 2. Research, not advice. Not an order.
Recent news
- 2026-10-17 General American Investors Financial Chief Purchases $71,040 Preferred Stock. Is This Closed-End Fund a Bargain? Samantha X. Jin, Treasurer/PAO/PFO, acquired 3,000 shares across direct and indirect accounts, expanding beneficial ownership to 14,345 shares.
- 2026-10-16 General American Investors CEO Priest Buys Nearly $100k in Preferred Stock. Should Investors Be Paying Attention? Priest''s 4,000-share purchase brings his total equity stake to $5.8 million, signaling confidence in the closed-end fund as insider ownership stands at 0.37%.
- 2026-09-26 10 Best CEFs This Month: Average Yield Of 10% (September 2026) The article presents a rigorously screened list of 10 top closed-end funds, or CEFs, for income investors, offering an average 10% plus yield and nearly a 6% NAV discount. Selections emphasize sector diversification, long-term outperformance, sustainable distributions, and attractive valuations, with a focus on both equity and credit-oriented CEFs. CEFs are generally characterized by higher volatility and deeper drawdowns than the broader market. For these reasons, they are not suited for everyone.
- 2026-09-01 General American Investors Company, Inc. New Officer Appointments NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--David A. Barnett has been appointed General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer and Samantha X. Jin, Treasurer, has been appointed Principal Financial Officer of the Company effective today. Mr. Barnett has spent his career in the financial services industry, as a legal and compliance professional, and began his career in the Enforcement Division of the United States Securities and Exchange Commission. More recently, Mr. Barnett spent the past 16 years at Epoch Inves.
- 2026-07-31 General American Investors Files Certified Shareholder Report for Period Ended June 30, 2026 NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--General American Investors Company, Inc., a closed-end investment company listed on the New York Stock Exchange (GAM), filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) its Certified Shareholder Report (Form N-CSR) for the six-month period ended June 30, 2026. The Form N-CSR contains the Company''s June 30, 2026 Semi-Annual Report and is available at the SEC''s website: www.sec.gov and the Company''s website: www.generalamericaninvestors.com. The Semi-Annual R.
- 2026-07-25 10 Best CEFs This Month: Average Yield Of Near 10% (July 2026) The article presents a rigorously screened list of 10 top closed-end funds, or CEFs, for income investors, offering an average 10% plus yield and nearly 7.7% NAV discount. Selections emphasize sector diversification, long-term outperformance, sustainable distributions, and attractive valuations, with a focus on both equity and credit-oriented CEFs. CEFs are generally characterized by higher volatility and deeper drawdowns than the broader market. For these reasons, they are not suited for everyone.
- 2026-07-22 General American Investors Company, Inc. Quarterly Dividend and Distribution on 5.95% Preferred Stock NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Board of Directors of General American Investors Company, Inc. (NYSE symbol – GAM), a closed-end investment company, declared on its 5.95% cumulative preferred stock, series B, a dividend and distribution of $0.371875 per share payable in cash on September 24, 2026 to holders of record on September 8, 2026. This quarterly dividend and distribution represents a payment for the accrual period from June 24, 2026 through September 23, 2026. Preferred shareholders will.
- 2026-07-22 GAM: 6% CY And An A1 Credit Rating General American Investors Company offers stable total returns, outperforming peers with a 5-year NAV return of 14.2% and a 10-year return of 13.6%. GAM trades at an 11% discount to NAV, with a low 1.07% expense ratio and a robust 935% asset coverage ratio, signaling financial strength. The preferred stock GAM.PR.B, rated A1 by Moody''s, provides capital protection but currently yields among the lowest in its peer group.
- 2026-07-21 Allspring Global Investments Holdings LLC Has $25.20 Million Position in General American Investors, Inc. $GAM Allspring Global Investments Holdings LLC grew its stake in General American Investors, Inc. (NYSE: GAM) by 9.5% in the first quarter, according to the company in its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The fund owned 430,935 shares of the investment management company''s stock after acquiring an additional 37,312
Market snapshot
Financial ratios
| Metric | Trend | 2025-12-31 | 2024-12-31 | 2023-12-31 | 2022-12-31 | 2021-12-31 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gross Profit Margin | 91.5% | 100.0% | 84.8% | 106.5% | 277.4% | |
| Ebit Margin | 207.4% | -0.1% | 304.9% | 107.6% | 272.0% | |
| Ebitda Margin | 207.4% | 0.0% | 304.9% | -29.1% | 272.0% | |
| Operating Profit Margin | 207.4% | 97.5% | 304.9% | 107.6% | 272.0% | |
| Pretax Profit Margin | 207.4% | 97.5% | 304.9% | 107.6% | 272.0% | |
| Continuous Operations Profit Margin | 207.4% | 97.5% | 304.9% | 107.6% | 272.0% | |
| Net Profit Margin | 207.4% | 97.5% | 304.9% | 107.6% | 272.0% | |
| Bottom Line Profit Margin | 207.4% | 97.5% | 292.3% | 114.5% | 261.5% | |
| Current Ratio | 1.258 | 31.804 | 3.702 | 2.178 | -0.829 | |
| Quick Ratio | 1.258 | 31.804 | 3.702 | 2.905 | -1.402 | |
| Solvency Ratio | 19.747 | 13.212 | 12.824 | 0.227 | 12.287 | |
| Cash Ratio | 1.258 | 0.188 | 0.073 | 0.099 | -1.402 | |
| Price To Earnings Ratio | 2.870 | 4.719 | 2.518 | -3.064 | 2.631 | |
| Price To Earnings Growth Ratio | 0.032 | -0.131 | -0.010 | 0.018 | 0.008 | |
| Forward Price To Earnings Growth Ratio | 0.032 | -0.131 | -0.010 | 0.018 | 0.008 | |
| Price To Earnings Diluted Ratio | 2.870 | 4.719 | 2.518 | -3.064 | 2.631 | |
| Price To Earnings Diluted Growth Ratio | 0.032 | -0.131 | -0.010 | 0.018 | 0.008 | |
| Price To Book Ratio | 0.537 | 0.715 | 0.458 | 0.469 | 0.504 | |
| Price To Sales Ratio | 5.755 | 4.390 | 7.261 | -3.507 | 6.880 | |
| Price To Free Cash Flow Ratio | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | |
| Price To Operating Cash Flow Ratio | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | |
| Debt To Assets Ratio | 0.001 | 0.002 | 0.002 | 0.003 | 0.003 | |
| Debt To Equity Ratio | 0.001 | 0.002 | 0.002 | 0.003 | 0.003 | |
| Debt To Capital Ratio | 0.001 | 0.002 | 0.002 | 0.003 | 0.003 | |
| Long Term Debt To Capital Ratio | 0.001 | 0.002 | 0.002 | 0.003 | 0.003 | |
| Financial Leverage Ratio | 1.010 | 1.012 | 1.015 | 1.017 | 1.016 | |
| Working Capital Turnover Ratio | 28.561 | 32.007 | 27.571 | 106.691 | -24.761 | |
| Operating Cash Flow Ratio | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | |
| Operating Cash Flow Sales Ratio | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | |
| Free Cash Flow Operating Cash Flow Ratio | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | |
| Debt Service Coverage Ratio | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | |
| Interest Coverage Ratio | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | |
| Short Term Operating Cash Flow Coverage Ratio | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | |
| Operating Cash Flow Coverage Ratio | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | |
| Capital Expenditure Coverage Ratio | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | |
| Dividend Paid And Capex Coverage Ratio | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | |
| Dividend Payout Ratio | 0.314 | 0.397 | 0.148 | -0.223 | 0.189 | |
| Enterprise Value Multiple | 2.778 | 0.000 | 2.392 | 12.115 | 2.557 |
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How the latest year compares
For each ratio: its most recent value, the change versus one year earlier, and versus its 5-year average. ▲ higher ▼ lower
| Metric | Current | vs 1Y ago | vs 5Y avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gross Profit Margin | 91.5% | ▼-8.5% | ▼-40.5% |
| Ebit Margin | 207.4% | ▲207.4% | ▲29.0% |
| Ebitda Margin | 207.4% | ▲207.4% | ▲56.4% |
| Operating Profit Margin | 207.4% | ▲109.8% | ▲9.5% |
| Pretax Profit Margin | 207.4% | ▲109.8% | ▲9.5% |
| Continuous Operations Profit Margin | 207.4% | ▲109.8% | ▲9.5% |
| Net Profit Margin | 207.4% | ▲109.8% | ▲9.5% |
| Bottom Line Profit Margin | 207.4% | ▲109.8% | ▲12.7% |
| Current Ratio | 1.258 | ▼-30.546 | ▼-6.365 |
| Quick Ratio | 1.258 | ▼-30.546 | ▼-6.396 |
| Solvency Ratio | 19.747 | ▲6.535 | ▲8.088 |
| Cash Ratio | 1.258 | ▲1.069 | ▲1.214 |
| Price To Earnings Ratio | 2.870 | ▼-1.848 | ▲0.935 |
| Price To Earnings Growth Ratio | 0.032 | ▲0.163 | ▲0.049 |
| Forward Price To Earnings Growth Ratio | 0.032 | ▲0.163 | ▲0.049 |
| Price To Earnings Diluted Ratio | 2.870 | ▼-1.848 | ▲0.935 |
| Price To Earnings Diluted Growth Ratio | 0.032 | ▲0.163 | ▲0.049 |
| Price To Book Ratio | 0.537 | ▼-0.178 | ▲0.001 |
| Price To Sales Ratio | 5.755 | ▲1.365 | ▲1.599 |
| Price To Free Cash Flow Ratio | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 |
| Price To Operating Cash Flow Ratio | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 |
| Debt To Assets Ratio | 0.001 | ▼-0.001 | ▼-0.001 |
| Debt To Equity Ratio | 0.001 | ▼-0.001 | ▼-0.001 |
| Debt To Capital Ratio | 0.001 | ▼-0.001 | ▼-0.001 |
| Long Term Debt To Capital Ratio | 0.001 | ▼-0.001 | ▼-0.001 |
| Financial Leverage Ratio | 1.010 | ▼-0.002 | ▼-0.004 |
| Working Capital Turnover Ratio | 28.561 | ▼-3.445 | ▼-5.453 |
| Operating Cash Flow Ratio | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 |
| Operating Cash Flow Sales Ratio | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 |
| Free Cash Flow Operating Cash Flow Ratio | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 |
| Debt Service Coverage Ratio | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 |
| Interest Coverage Ratio | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 |
| Short Term Operating Cash Flow Coverage Ratio | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 |
| Operating Cash Flow Coverage Ratio | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 |
| Capital Expenditure Coverage Ratio | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 |
| Dividend Paid And Capex Coverage Ratio | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 |
| Dividend Payout Ratio | 0.314 | ▼-0.083 | ▲0.149 |
| Enterprise Value Multiple | 2.778 | ▲2.778 | ▼-1.190 |
Key metrics
| Metric | Trend | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Market cap | $943.1M | $1.10B | $651.2M | $577.6M | $742.7M | |
| Enterprise value | $944.5M | $1.11B | $654.0M | $580.9M | $750.8M | |
| EV / Sales | 5.76x | 4.40x | 7.29x | -3.53x | 6.96x | |
| EV / Op. cash flow | 0.00x | 0.00x | 0.00x | 0.00x | 0.00x | |
| EV / Free cash flow | 0.00x | 0.00x | 0.00x | 0.00x | 0.00x | |
| EV / EBITDA | 2.78x | 0.00x | 2.39x | 12.12x | 2.56x | |
| Net debt / EBITDA | 0.00x | 0.00x | 0.01x | 0.07x | 0.03x | |
| Current ratio | 1.26x | 31.80x | 3.70x | 2.18x | -0.83x | |
| Income quality | 0.00x | 0.00x | 0.00x | 0.00x | 0.00x | |
| Graham number | $228 | $135 | $194 | — | $186 | |
| Graham net-net | -$1 | -$0 | -$1 | -$13 | -$2 | |
| Tax burden | 100.0% | 100.0% | 100.0% | 100.0% | 100.0% | |
| Interest burden | 100.0% | -156305.0% | 100.0% | 100.0% | 100.0% | |
| Working capital | $85K | $11.4M | $4.3M | $2.2M | -$5.3M | |
| Invested capital | $1.9M | $13.8M | $7.3M | -$9.4M | -$1.50B | |
| Return on assets | 19.2% | 15.7% | 18.9% | -14.2% | 19.6% | |
| Operating ROA | 20.4% | 16.3% | 20.3% | -12.9% | 20.9% | |
| Return on tangible assets | 19.2% | 15.7% | 18.9% | -14.0% | 9.8% | |
| Return on equity | 19.4% | 15.9% | 19.2% | -14.4% | 19.9% | |
| Return on invested capital | 19.2% | 15.7% | 18.9% | -14.3% | 19.9% | |
| Return on capital employed | 19.2% | 15.7% | 18.9% | -14.2% | 19.7% | |
| Earnings yield | 36.0% | 22.2% | 42.0% | -30.7% | 39.5% | |
| Free cash flow yield | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | |
| Capex / Op. cash flow | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | |
| Capex / Depreciation | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | |
| Capex / Sales | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | |
| SG&A / Sales | 3.4% | 2.2% | 16.7% | -7.5% | 13.6% | |
| R&D / Sales | 0.0% | 3.5% | 10.5% | -4.3% | 8.3% | |
| Stock comp / Sales | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | |
| Intangibles / Total assets | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | -1.2% | -100.0% | |
| Days sales outstanding | 6d | 17d | 24d | -8d | 6d | |
| Days payables outstanding | 9d | 10d | 43d | 63d | 81d | |
| Operating cycle | 6d | 17d | 24d | -54d | 52d | |
| Cash conversion cycle | -3d | 7d | -19d | -117d | -29d |
Change by theme
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