Rep. Julie Johnson Sells Capital One Financial Corporation (NYSE:COF) Shares

Posted by Lindsey Winhoffer on Jan 18th, 2026

Representative Julie Johnson (D-Texas) recently sold shares of Capital One Financial Corporation (NYSE:COF). In a filing disclosed on January 15th, the Representative disclosed that they had sold between $1,001 and $15,000 in Capital One Financial stock on December 18th. The trade occurred in the Representative’s “CHASE BROKERAGE ACCOUNT (3935)” account.

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Capital One Financial Price Performance

Shares of NYSE:COF traded up $2.18 on Friday, reaching $239.15. 6,688,144 shares of the company were exchanged, compared to its average volume of 3,897,888. The firm has a market cap of $152.04 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 100.91, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 0.55 and a beta of 1.13. The company has a current ratio of 1.03, a quick ratio of 1.03 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.45. Capital One Financial Corporation has a 1-year low of $143.22 and a 1-year high of $259.64. The company has a 50-day moving average of $232.01 and a 200-day moving average of $222.98.

Capital One Financial (NYSE:COF – Get Free Report) last released its quarterly earnings results on Monday, November 3rd. The financial services provider reported $5.95 earnings per share for the quarter. Capital One Financial had a return on equity of 10.94% and a net margin of 2.24%.The company had revenue of $15.46 billion during the quarter. Equities analysts forecast that Capital One Financial Corporation will post 15.65 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.

Capital One Financial Increases Dividend

The firm also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Monday, December 1st. Shareholders of record on Monday, November 17th were given a dividend of $0.80 per share. This represents a $3.20 annualized dividend and a yield of 1.3%. The ex-dividend date was Monday, November 17th. This is a positive change from Capital One Financial’s previous quarterly dividend of $0.60. Capital One Financial’s payout ratio is presently 135.02%.

Trending Headlines about Capital One Financial

Here are the key news stories impacting Capital One Financial this week:

Positive Sentiment: Multiple Wall Street previews and analyst notes highlight solid revenue estimates, card growth and deal-related tailwinds ahead of Q4, supporting expectations for an earnings beat and underpinning investor optimism. Is Capital One Stock Worth Owning Ahead of Q4 Earnings?
Positive Sentiment: Zacks’ detailed preview of key metrics (loan growth, card receivables, net charge-offs) suggests analysts expect continued top-line strength and favorable catalysts that could support an earnings beat. Stay Ahead of the Game With Capital One (COF) Q4 Earnings: Wall Street’s Insights on Key Metrics
Positive Sentiment: Zacks notes Capital One’s strong history of earnings surprises and argues the company currently has the setup (estimates and sentiment) consistent with another potential beat — a bullish near-term catalyst. Will Capital One (COF) Beat Estimates Again in Its Next Earnings Report?
Positive Sentiment: COF cleared an 80-plus relative strength rating benchmark, signaling strong technical momentum versus the market and likely attracting momentum-oriented flows. Capital One Financial hits 80-plus relative strength rating benchmark
Neutral Sentiment: CNBC’s “week ahead” preview lists Capital One among several major companies reporting next week, keeping the stock in focus for event-driven trading around the print. Cramer’s week ahead: Earnings from Netflix, Intel, Capital One, McCormick
Neutral Sentiment: Coverage notes that analysts have labeled COF a “Strong Buy,” providing a baseline of institutional support, though headlines also flag political/regulatory uncertainty. Analysts Say Capital One Stock Is a ‘Strong Buy.’ Did Trump Just Change That?
Negative Sentiment: Jim Cramer commented that the Capital One CEO “will be excoriated,” reflecting elevated media scrutiny and potential investor concerns around management commentary or regulatory questions during the earnings cycle. Capital One (COF) CEO “Will be excoriated,” says Jim Cramer
Negative Sentiment: MarketBeat’s “Survival Kit” piece cautions investors on unsecured consumer credit exposure, citing potential legislative credit caps and macro/legal risks that could pressure Capital One’s card margins and loan profitability. The 2026 Survival Kit: Gold, Defense, and Trash (COF)

Institutional Investors Weigh In On Capital One Financial

Several institutional investors have recently modified their holdings of COF. Moisand Fitzgerald Tamayo LLC boosted its holdings in shares of Capital One Financial by 103.3% in the second quarter. Moisand Fitzgerald Tamayo LLC now owns 122 shares of the financial services provider’s stock valued at $26,000 after buying an additional 62 shares during the period. Olistico Wealth LLC boosted its position in Capital One Financial by 439.1% during the second quarter. Olistico Wealth LLC now owns 124 shares of the financial services provider’s stock worth $26,000 after purchasing an additional 101 shares during the period. Atlantic Edge Private Wealth Management LLC boosted its stake in Capital One Financial by 66.7% in the 2nd quarter. Atlantic Edge Private Wealth Management LLC now owns 125 shares of the financial services provider’s stock valued at $27,000 after purchasing an additional 50 shares during the period. RMG Wealth Management LLC acquired a new position in shares of Capital One Financial during the 2nd quarter worth approximately $27,000. Finally, Solstein Capital LLC bought a new stake in Capital One Financial during the second quarter worth about $28,000. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 89.84% of the company’s stock.

Analyst Ratings Changes

Several brokerages have issued reports on COF. UBS Group lowered their price objective on shares of Capital One Financial from $270.00 to $266.00 and set a “buy” rating for the company in a research report on Tuesday, October 7th. HSBC boosted their price objective on Capital One Financial from $218.00 to $234.00 and gave the company a “hold” rating in a research report on Thursday, October 23rd. Morgan Stanley reiterated an “overweight” rating and set a $280.00 price target on shares of Capital One Financial in a research report on Tuesday, December 16th. Cowen reissued a “buy” rating on shares of Capital One Financial in a research note on Thursday, January 8th. Finally, Jefferies Financial Group lifted their target price on Capital One Financial from $265.00 to $275.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a report on Wednesday, December 10th. Three equities research analysts have rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, seventeen have assigned a Buy rating and six have issued a Hold rating to the stock. According to MarketBeat, the stock has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $279.40.

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Insider Transactions at Capital One Financial

In other Capital One Financial news, insider Ravi Raghu sold 13,450 shares of the stock in a transaction dated Monday, January 5th. The stock was sold at an average price of $250.00, for a total value of $3,362,500.00. Following the completion of the transaction, the insider directly owned 30,337 shares in the company, valued at approximately $7,584,250. This trade represents a 30.72% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The transaction was disclosed in a document filed with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which can be accessed through this link. Also, insider Neal Blinde sold 43,200 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction dated Thursday, November 6th. The shares were sold at an average price of $221.83, for a total value of $9,583,056.00. Following the completion of the transaction, the insider directly owned 73,020 shares in the company, valued at $16,198,026.60. This represents a 37.17% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The SEC filing for this sale provides additional information. In the last three months, insiders have sold 298,895 shares of company stock valued at $67,111,541. 1.26% of the stock is owned by company insiders.

About Representative Johnson

Julie Johnson (Democratic Party) is a member of the U.S. House, representing Texas’ 32nd Congressional District. She assumed office on January 3, 2025. Her current term ends on January 3, 2027.

Johnson (Democratic Party) ran for election to the U.S. House to represent Texas’ 32nd Congressional District. She won in the general election on November 5, 2024.

Julie Johnson earned a B.A. in history and government from the University of Texas at Austin in 1987 and a J.D. from the University of Houston Law Center in 1991. Johnson’s career experience includes working as an attorney.

Capital One Financial Company Profile

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Capital One Financial Corporation (NYSE: COF) is a diversified bank holding company headquartered in McLean, Virginia. The company’s core businesses include credit card lending, consumer and commercial banking, and auto finance. Capital One issues a wide range of credit card products for consumers and small businesses, and it operates deposit and digital banking services aimed at retail customers and small to midsize enterprises.

Products and services include credit and charge cards, checking and savings accounts (including the online-focused Capital One 360 platform), auto loans, and commercial lending solutions.