3 insiders at APPLIED MATERIALS INC /DE (AMAT) sold shares totaling approximately $55.53M.

• Gary E. Dickerson (President And Ceo) — 50,332 shares at $700.21/share ($35.24M) • Gary E. Dickerson (President And Ceo) — 19,970 shares at $735.22/share ($14.68M) • Gary E. Dickerson (President And Ceo) — 7,989 shares at $701.33/share ($5.60M)

While insider sales can occur for many reasons — including diversification, tax planning, or personal liquidity needs — clustered selling by multiple insiders may warrant attention.