A Cheesecake Factory Insider Sold Into Record Highs After Blowout Quarter

Ashley W. Hanscom, Principal Accounting Officer of The Cheesecake Factory, sold 3,500 shares at $100 per share on July 30, 2026, generating $350,000 in proceeds. The sale reduced her direct holdings by 32%, though she retains 11,110 restricted shares subject to forfeiture. The transaction follows a strong quarter with 5.8% comparable sales growth and 2.7% positive traffic, driven by menu innovations and a new rewards app. The stock has appreciated 52% over the past 12 months.