Noble exec sold shares amid earnings miss and dividend concerns.

On February 17, 2026, Noble Corporation PLC (NYSE:NE) senior vice president Blake Denton sold 23,255 shares at $43.50 each, reducing his stake by 22.68%. This follows recent insider sales by other executives, including Mikkel Ipsen and Jennie Howard, collectively reducing insider holdings. The company reported fourth-quarter earnings of $0.09 per share, below the $0.15 estimate, with revenue down 17.6% year-over-year to $764.41 million. Analysts maintain a consensus "Hold" rating with an average price target of $38.63. Noble announced a $0.50 quarterly dividend, yielding 4.5%, though the payout ratio is 148.15%. The stock closed at $44.65 on February 19, up $0.39.