PANW SEC Filing News — Palo Alto Networks, Inc.

Latest SEC filings for Palo Alto Networks, Inc. (PANW) explained in plain English. Covers insider buying and selling (Form 4), proposed insider sales (Form 144), material company events (8-K), and quarterly & annual reports (10-Q / 10-K). All data sourced directly from SEC EDGAR — last updated 2026-07-08.

Palo Alto Networks, Inc. provides cybersecurity solutions in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, the Asia Pacific, and Japan. It offers Prisma Access, a secure access service edge solution; Strata Cloud Manager, a network security management solution; and Prisma AIRS to protect customers' entire AI ecosystem. It provides a comprehensive cloud native application protection platform; and Code to Cloud platform, as well as offers VM-Series and CN-Series virtual firewalls for inline netwo…
Sector: Technology Industry: Software - Infrastructure Market Cap: $270.4B CIK: 1327567
20
Total Filings
0
Bullish Signals
12
Bearish Signals
13
Insider Transactions
1
Material Events (8-K)
1
Periodic Reports
Insider activity for PANW has skewed bearish recently. Of the 20 filings tracked, 12 carry bearish signals (such as insider sales or negative 8-K disclosures) versus 0 bullish. This does not necessarily signal fundamental deterioration — insiders sell for many reasons — but it is worth monitoring alongside the company's core financial metrics.
PANW Filing Activity Snapshot 2026-05-22 — 2026-07-08
Insider Transactions (Form 4)
0 buys vs 10 sells
Net insider selling in this period — insiders sell for many reasons beyond conviction.
Largest Transaction
$32.78M
Lee Klarich · 2026-05-22
62,904 shares · Form 144
Form 144 Notices
5
Proposed insider sales filed — Form 144 is a notice of intent, not a confirmed transaction. Actual sales are confirmed via Form 4.
Recent SEC Filings
Form 4 Insider Selling 2026-07-08

PANW insider Thorning-Schmidt Helle (Director) sold 700 shares (~$242.8K)

Thorning-Schmidt Helle, listed as Director at Palo Alto Networks Inc, reported an open-market sale of 700 PANW shares in a Form 4 filing. This is a confirmed insider sale, not just a proposed sale notice.

Filing: Form 4 (Insider Transaction) Insider: Thorning-Schmidt Helle (Director) Shares: 700 Est. Value: $242.8K
Form 144 Proposed Insider Sale 2026-07-07

PANW Form 144 filed for proposed insider sale by HELLE THORNING-SCHMIDT (700 shares) ~$485.6K

HELLE THORNING-SCHMIDT filed a Form 144 with the SEC indicating intent to sell PANW (Palo Alto Networks Inc) shares. Form 144 reflects a proposed sale, not a completed transaction. The actual execution, if any, would typically appear later in a Form 4.

Filing: Form 144 (Proposed Sale Notice) Insider: HELLE THORNING-SCHMIDT Shares: 700 Est. Value: $485.6K
Form 4 Tax / Compensation Filing 2026-07-02

PANW insider Form 4 filed for equity award, exercise, or tax withholding

Arora Nikesh (Director, Chief Executive Officer) filed a Form 4 covering compensation-related activity such as stock awards, option exercises, conversions, or tax withholding. These filings are usually neutral.

Filing: Form 4 (Insider Transaction) Insider: Arora Nikesh (Director, Chief Executive Officer)
Form 4 Insider Selling 2026-07-01

PANW insider Paul Josh D. (Chief Accounting Officer) sold 900 shares (~$310.5K)

Paul Josh D., listed as Chief Accounting Officer at Palo Alto Networks Inc, reported an open-market sale of 900 PANW shares in a Form 4 filing. This is a confirmed insider sale, not just a proposed sale notice.

Filing: Form 4 (Insider Transaction) Insider: Paul Josh D. (Chief Accounting Officer) Shares: 900 Est. Value: $310.5K
Form 4 Insider Selling 2026-07-01

PANW insider Bawa Aparna (Director) sold 922 shares (~$302.5K)

Bawa Aparna, listed as Director at Palo Alto Networks Inc, reported an open-market sale of 922 PANW shares in a Form 4 filing. This is a confirmed insider sale, not just a proposed sale notice.

Filing: Form 4 (Insider Transaction) Insider: Bawa Aparna (Director) Shares: 922 Est. Value: $302.5K
Form 4 Insider Selling 2026-06-24

PANW insider Golechha Dipak (EVP, Chief Financial Officer) sold 5,000 shares (~$1.45M)

Golechha Dipak, listed as EVP, Chief Financial Officer at Palo Alto Networks Inc, reported an open-market sale of 5,000 PANW shares in a Form 4 filing. This is a confirmed insider sale, not just a proposed sale notice.

Filing: Form 4 (Insider Transaction) Insider: Golechha Dipak (EVP, Chief Financial Officer) Shares: 5,000 Est. Value: $1.45M
Form 4 Insider Selling 2026-06-22

PANW insider Bawa Aparna (Director) sold 345 shares (~$100.1K)

Bawa Aparna, listed as Director at Palo Alto Networks Inc, reported an open-market sale of 345 PANW shares in a Form 4 filing. This is a confirmed insider sale, not just a proposed sale notice.

Filing: Form 4 (Insider Transaction) Insider: Bawa Aparna (Director) Shares: 345 Est. Value: $100.1K
Form 4 Insider Selling 2026-06-16

PANW insider GOETZ JAMES J (Director) sold 20,000 shares (~$5.60M)

GOETZ JAMES J, listed as Director at Palo Alto Networks Inc, reported an open-market sale of 20,000 PANW shares in a Form 4 filing. This is a confirmed insider sale, not just a proposed sale notice.

Filing: Form 4 (Insider Transaction) Insider: GOETZ JAMES J (Director) Shares: 20,000 Est. Value: $5.60M
Form 4 Insider Selling 2026-06-12

PANW insider Bawa Aparna (Director) sold 1,468 shares (~$399.8K)

Bawa Aparna, listed as Director at Palo Alto Networks Inc, reported an open-market sale of 1,468 PANW shares in a Form 4 filing. This is a confirmed insider sale, not just a proposed sale notice.

Filing: Form 4 (Insider Transaction) Insider: Bawa Aparna (Director) Shares: 1,468 Est. Value: $399.8K
Form 4 Insider Selling 2026-06-12

PANW insider Key John P. (Director) sold 7,500 shares (~$2.09M)

Key John P., listed as Director at Palo Alto Networks Inc, reported an open-market sale of 7,500 PANW shares in a Form 4 filing. This is a confirmed insider sale, not just a proposed sale notice.

Filing: Form 4 (Insider Transaction) Insider: Key John P. (Director) Shares: 7,500 Est. Value: $2.09M
Form 144 Proposed Insider Sale 2026-06-12

PANW Form 144 filed for proposed insider sale by JOHN KEY (7,500 shares) ~$4.19M

JOHN KEY filed a Form 144 with the SEC indicating intent to sell PANW (Palo Alto Networks Inc) shares. Form 144 reflects a proposed sale, not a completed transaction. The actual execution, if any, would typically appear later in a Form 4.

Filing: Form 144 (Proposed Sale Notice) Insider: JOHN KEY Shares: 7,500 Est. Value: $4.19M
Form 144 Large Proposed Insider Sale 2026-06-12

PANW Form 144 filed for proposed insider sale by GOETZ 2025 IRR CHILDREN'S TRUST (20,000 shares) ~$11.20M

GOETZ 2025 IRR CHILDREN'S TRUST filed a Form 144 with the SEC indicating intent to sell PANW (Palo Alto Networks Inc) shares. Form 144 reflects a proposed sale, not a completed transaction. The actual execution, if any, would typically appear later in a Form 4. The proposed dollar value is large enough to merit attention.

Filing: Form 144 (Proposed Sale Notice) Insider: GOETZ 2025 IRR CHILDREN'S TRUST Shares: 20,000 Est. Value: $11.20M
Form 144 Proposed Insider Sale 2026-06-11

PANW Form 144 filed for proposed insider sale by Aparna Bawa (3,333 shares) ~$1.73M

Aparna Bawa filed a Form 144 with the SEC indicating intent to sell PANW (Palo Alto Networks Inc) shares. Form 144 reflects a proposed sale, not a completed transaction. The actual execution, if any, would typically appear later in a Form 4.

Filing: Form 144 (Proposed Sale Notice) Insider: Aparna Bawa Shares: 3,333 Est. Value: $1.73M
Form 4 Tax / Compensation Filing 2026-06-08

PANW insider Form 4 filed for equity award, exercise, or tax withholding

Jenkins William D Jr (President) filed a Form 4 covering compensation-related activity such as stock awards, option exercises, conversions, or tax withholding. These filings are usually neutral.

Filing: Form 4 (Insider Transaction) Insider: Jenkins William D Jr (President)
Form 10-Q Quarterly Report 2026-06-03

PANW filed Quarterly Report (10-Q)

Palo Alto Networks Inc filed its quarterly report with the SEC. This report includes unaudited financial statements and management discussion for the quarter.

Filing: 10-Q (Quarterly Report)
Form 4 Insider Selling 2026-06-02

PANW insider Paul Josh D. (Chief Accounting Officer) sold 1,100 shares (~$313.6K)

Paul Josh D., listed as Chief Accounting Officer at Palo Alto Networks Inc, reported an open-market sale of 1,100 PANW shares in a Form 4 filing. This is a confirmed insider sale, not just a proposed sale notice.

Filing: Form 4 (Insider Transaction) Insider: Paul Josh D. (Chief Accounting Officer) Shares: 1,100 Est. Value: $313.6K
Form 4 Tax / Compensation Filing 2026-06-02

PANW insider Form 4 filed for equity award, exercise, or tax withholding

Thorning-Schmidt Helle (Director) filed a Form 4 covering compensation-related activity such as stock awards, option exercises, conversions, or tax withholding. These filings are usually neutral.

Filing: Form 4 (Insider Transaction) Insider: Thorning-Schmidt Helle (Director) Shares: 211
Form 8-K Material Company Update 2026-06-02

PANW filed 8-K — material company event

Palo Alto Networks Inc filed an 8-K with the SEC reporting a material event. Filing excerpt: XBRL Viewer

Filing: 8-K (Material Event)
Form 4 Insider Selling 2026-05-27

PANW insider Klarich Lee (Director, EVP Chief Product & Tech Ofcr) sold 62,904 shares (~$16.27M)

Klarich Lee, listed as Director, EVP Chief Product & Tech Ofcr at Palo Alto Networks Inc, reported an open-market sale of 62,904 PANW shares in a Form 4 filing. This is a confirmed insider sale, not just a proposed sale notice.

Filing: Form 4 (Insider Transaction) Insider: Klarich Lee (Director, EVP Chief Product & Tech Ofcr) Shares: 62,904 Est. Value: $16.27M
Form 144 Large Proposed Insider Sale 2026-05-22

PANW Form 144 filed for proposed insider sale by Lee Klarich (62,904 shares) ~$32.78M

Lee Klarich filed a Form 144 with the SEC indicating intent to sell PANW (Palo Alto Networks Inc) shares. Form 144 reflects a proposed sale, not a completed transaction. The actual execution, if any, would typically appear later in a Form 4. The proposed dollar value is large enough to merit attention.

Filing: Form 144 (Proposed Sale Notice) Insider: Lee Klarich Shares: 62,904 Est. Value: $32.78M

Understanding Palo Alto Networks, Inc.'s SEC Filings

Form 4 — Insider Transactions

Executives, directors, and large shareholders must report any purchase or sale of PANW shares within two business days. Consistent buying by multiple insiders is often read as a confidence signal; large sales may reflect diversification or liquidity needs rather than negative conviction.

Form 144 — Proposed Insider Sales

Filed when a company affiliate intends to sell restricted or control shares. A Form 144 is a notice of intent, not confirmation — the actual sale is later confirmed via Form 4. It gives investors advance visibility into planned insider selling activity.

8-K — Material Events

The 8-K is an event-driven filing that Palo Alto Networks, Inc. must submit within four business days of a significant development — including earnings results, mergers, executive changes, credit facility updates, or regulatory actions. Each 8-K item code maps to a specific event type.

10-Q & 10-K — Periodic Reports

The 10-Q (quarterly) and 10-K (annual) are comprehensive reports covering Palo Alto Networks, Inc.'s financial results, risk factors, management discussion, and business operations. The 10-K includes audited financials and is the most complete public disclosure the company makes each year.

Frequently Asked Questions — PANW SEC Filings

What SEC filings does Palo Alto Networks, Inc. submit to the SEC?

Palo Alto Networks, Inc. (PANW) submits several types of SEC filings including Form 4 (insider transactions), Form 144 (proposed insider sales), 8-K reports (material events such as earnings releases, acquisitions, leadership changes), and periodic reports — the 10-Q (quarterly) and 10-K (annual). All filings are publicly available through SEC EDGAR.

What does a Form 4 filing tell me about PANW?

A Form 4 for PANW discloses a transaction by a company insider — typically a director, officer, or 10%+ shareholder. It shows the date, number of shares bought or sold, the price, and the insider's updated total ownership. Consistent insider buying across multiple executives is often interpreted as a bullish signal.

How do I interpret an 8-K filing from Palo Alto Networks, Inc.?

An 8-K signals a material event requiring prompt disclosure. Common triggers include earnings pre-announcements, acquisitions, leadership appointments or departures, credit changes, or regulatory actions. Read the item codes inside the filing to understand exactly what was disclosed before drawing conclusions.

What is the difference between a 10-K and 10-Q for PANW?

The 10-K is Palo Alto Networks, Inc.'s annual report with fully audited financial statements, comprehensive MD&A, and complete risk factor disclosures — filed 60–90 days after fiscal year-end. The 10-Q is a lighter quarterly report with unaudited financials filed for the first three quarters. Together they provide a continuous financial picture of the company.

Where can I see all PANW SEC filings directly on EDGAR?

You can view all historical Palo Alto Networks, Inc. filings on the SEC EDGAR company page for PANW. Each filing card on this page links directly to the original SEC document.

How often does Palo Alto Networks, Inc. file with the SEC?

Palo Alto Networks, Inc. files one 10-K per year and up to three 10-Qs per year. Form 4 insider transactions must be reported within two business days of each trade, so the frequency depends on how often insiders are buying or selling PANW shares. 8-K filings occur whenever a material event happens — which can be several times per quarter for an active company.

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