$IRD

Gagnon Robert E. sold $127K of IRD

Gagnon Robert E. (Chief Financial Officer) sold 28,000 shares of Opus Genetics, Inc. (IRD) at $4.54 ($0.13M total) on 2026-09-03 under a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan.

Original reporting
SEC EDGAR · Gagnon Robert E.
Published Sep 8, 2026, 8:05 PM UTC
Analysis
AlphAI AI DeskAI-generated
Added to AlphAI Sep 8, 2026, 8:28 PM UTC. Informational, not investment advice.
How this was made
AlphAI summarizes source reporting and applies a structured AI analysis for relevance, timing, sentiment and ticker impact. Always verify material claims with the original publisher.
AlphAI market briefInsider activity
Primary signal
$IRD
Neutral
high confidence
Mentioned
$IRD
Relevance
3/10
AlphAI data visualization · based on SEC EDGAR
Decision brief

The 30-second read

$IRDNeutralLow
01

Why it matters

The CFO's sale is modest and pre‑arranged, offering limited insight into company fundamentals.

02

Market read

Routine insider sale with minimal market impact.

03

What to watch

Potential upcoming corporate actions or earnings that may affect insider holdings.

Relevance 3/10Novelty 3/10Timing: filing Sep 8, sale dated Sep 3

Background

Form 4 filings disclose insider trades; investors monitor them for signals.

Company-level read

Ticker impact

$IRDNeutralHigh confidence
Context

CFO Robert Gagnon sold 28,000 shares of Opus Genetics (IRD) for $127,212 via a 10b5‑1 plan.

Expected impact

No material impact on IRD stock price.

Evidence & confidence

The sale size is small relative to total shares outstanding and follows a pre‑arranged plan.

Market effects

None; isolated insider transaction.

None

None

Counterpoint

Even small insider sales can signal concerns, but the 10b5‑1 plan suggests routine execution.

Key entities

  • Opus Genetics, Inc.

    Biotech firm listed on NASDAQ under ticker IRD.

  • Robert E. Gagnon

    Chief Financial Officer of Opus Genetics.

Full insider trading history

This story covers one filing. See everything behind it: every insider buy and sell on record, 10b5-1 plans, late filings, and which officers and directors are trading.

Related articles

$IRDMedAI 8/10

Opus Genetics receives FDA clearance for RDH12-LCA gene therapy

Opus Genetics (NASDAQ:IRD) received FDA clearance for its gene therapy OPGx-RDH12, targeting RDH12-associated Leber congenital amaurosis. The company plans to start a Phase 1/2 trial this quarter. The therapy aims to restore retinal function in a rare inherited disease affecting 30,900 people globally. Opus Genetics collaborates with the Global RDH12 Alliance, which committed up to $1.6 million for development.

$IRDMedAI 8/10

Opus Genetics (IRD) Gains FDA Approval for Ryzumvi Label Expansi

Opus Genetics (IRD) received FDA approval to expand Ryzumvi's use to adults with presbyopia, a milestone that triggers a payment from partner Viatris (VTRS). IRD's P/S ratio is 29.84, far above its historical median, reflecting high growth expectations despite its unprofitability. The company's GF Score is 21, indicating financial and operational challenges, and insiders have sold $19.3M in shares over the past year.

$IRDMedAI 9/10

Opus Genetics (IRD) Gains FDA Approval for Phentolamine Ophthalm

Opus Genetics (IRD) received FDA approval for its phentolamine ophthalmic solution, triggering a licensing agreement payment. The company trades at a high P/S ratio of 30.33, reflecting growth expectations despite financial challenges. Insider activity shows significant selling. The FDA approval follows successful clinical trials for presbyopia treatment.

$IRDHighAI 8/10

FDA approves Opus Genetics’ eye drops for presbyopia treatment

Opus Genetics (IRD) received FDA approval for RYZUMVI, a drug to treat presbyopia in adults. The approval expands the drug's use beyond its initial indication. The company has a licensing agreement with Viatris (VTRS), which holds U.S. commercialization rights. The FDA approval triggers a milestone payment to Opus Genetics, though the amount was not disclosed.