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Multiple directors at Slide Insurance and Okta have sold significant amounts of company shares, with transactions ranging from $58k to $5.6 million, signaling potential shifts in insider confidence.

Car Carrier Sinks in Pacific After Blaze on Deck Carrying EVs

Wall Street JournalTuesday, June 24, 2025 at 3:23:00 PM
Car Carrier Sinks in Pacific After Blaze on Deck Carrying EVs
A massive car carrier ship sank in the Pacific Ocean after a fire broke out on board, forcing the crew to evacuate. The 600-foot vessel had been drifting since June 3, loaded with electric vehicles (EVs) and other cargo, before finally going under.
Editor’s Note: This isn't just another shipwreck—it raises serious questions about fire risks on cargo ships, especially with lithium-ion batteries from EVs, which can be harder to extinguish. It also means a financial hit for automakers and potential environmental concerns if fuel or hazardous materials leaked. For an industry already under pressure to improve safety, this incident could spark tougher regulations.
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Slide insurance director Rohde sells $111,982 in shares
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The director of Slide Insurance, Rohde, just sold over $111,000 worth of company shares. While insider sales can sometimes raise eyebrows, it doesn’t necessarily spell trouble—executives sell stock for all sorts of personal reasons, like diversifying investments or covering expenses. Still, investors often keep an eye on these moves for hints about how insiders view the company’s future.
Editor’s Note: Insider stock sales are routine but can sometimes signal shifting confidence—or just life stuff. For Slide Insurance, this sale isn’t a red flag on its own, but it’s worth noting if more execs start cashing out. After all, when the people running the show sell, it’s natural to wonder: "Do they know something we don’t?" (Probably not, but hey, it’s good to check.)
Okta director Kerrest sells $58k in Okta stock
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Okta director Frederic Kerrest recently sold about $58,000 worth of company stock. While insider sales can raise eyebrows, this isn’t necessarily a red flag—executives sell shares for all sorts of personal reasons, like diversifying investments or covering expenses. Still, it’s worth noting, especially for investors keeping an eye on insider confidence.
Editor’s Note: Insider stock sales often make headlines because they can hint at what company leaders think about future performance. In this case, the sale is relatively small, so it’s more of a routine disclosure than a major signal. But for Okta shareholders, it’s a gentle reminder to stay aware of insider moves—just in case bigger trends emerge down the line.
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