Form 4: Aehr Test Director Gifts 5,000 Shares to Charity
Statement of Changes in Beneficial Ownership (Form 4)
Aehr Test Systems Director Howard T. Slayen reported gifting 5,000 shares of common stock to a charitable organization.
Summary
- Howard T. Slayen, a Director of AEHR Test Systems (AEHR), reported a transaction involving the company's common stock.
- On September 24, 2025, Mr. Slayen disposed of 5,000 shares of common stock through a gift.
- The shares were donated to Donor Advised Charitable Giving Inc. at a price of $0.00 per share.
- Following this transaction, Mr. Slayen beneficially owns 224,328 shares of common stock.
- The reported beneficial ownership includes shares subject to unvested restricted stock units.
Sentiment
Score: 5
Explanation: The filing reports a routine insider transaction (a charitable gift of shares) which is generally neutral in terms of direct impact on company performance or stock valuation. While it reduces insider ownership, the amount is relatively small and for a charitable purpose.
Positives
- The transaction represents a charitable contribution by a company director, which can reflect positively on corporate social responsibility.
Negatives
- The transaction results in a reduction of 5,000 shares from the director's direct beneficial ownership.
Future Outlook
NA
Industry Context
This filing is a routine disclosure of an insider transaction and does not provide information related to broader industry trends or competitive landscape.
Corporate Governance
| Change Type | Description | Effective Date | Impact Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power of Attorney Grant | Howard T. Slayen granted a Power of Attorney to Gayn Erickson, Chris Siu, Adil Engineer, and Vernon Rogers to complete and execute Section 16 forms (Forms 3, 4, and 5) on his behalf. | 06/02/2023 | Streamlines the process for filing required insider trading disclosures for the director. |
Stakeholder Impact
- Shareholders: A minor reduction in a director's direct ownership, but the charitable nature of the transaction may be viewed positively.
- Charitable Organizations: Donor Advised Charitable Giving Inc. received 5,000 shares.
Key Dates
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 06/02/2023 | Date Power of Attorney was executed by Howard T. Slayen. |
| 09/24/2025 | Date of the reported transaction (gift of common stock). |
| 09/25/2025 | Date the Form 4 filing was signed. |
Keywords
AEHR, Howard Slayen, insider transaction, Form 4, stock gift, director, beneficial ownership, charitable giving
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