American Assets Trust Executive Chairman Rady Buys Over $1 Million Shares. Does This Make AAT a Buy?

Ernest Rady, founder and Executive Chairman of American Assets Trust (AAT), purchased 50,000 shares worth approximately $1.1 million on September 14, 2026, at $21.65 per share. This marks his second major insider purchase in recent weeks, bringing his total beneficial stake to 24% of the REIT. The article interprets this insider buying as a bullish signal, noting that insiders typically only buy shares when they believe the stock price will rise, and studies show insider purchases often predict higher share prices within 30 days.