Form 4: Applied Optoelectronics Executive Sells Shares to Cover Tax Obligations
SEC Filing
David C. Kuo, Senior Vice President and Chief Legal Officer of Applied Optoelectronics, sold 517 shares of common stock to cover tax obligations related to vesting restricted stock units.
Summary
- On April 30, 2025, David C. Kuo, Senior Vice President and Chief Legal Officer of Applied Optoelectronics, Inc., disposed of 517 shares of common stock.
- The transaction was executed to satisfy tax-withholding obligations upon the vesting of a restricted stock unit award granted on April 11, 2025.
- The shares were sold at a price of $10.05 per share.
- Following the transaction, Kuo directly owns 110,132 shares of Applied Optoelectronics, Inc.
- The transaction was reported on May 2, 2025.
Sentiment
Score: 6
Explanation: The document reflects a routine transaction (selling shares to cover taxes on vested stock). It's neutral in sentiment as it doesn't indicate positive or negative performance for the company.
Industry Context
Executive stock sales for tax purposes are a common occurrence and generally don't indicate a negative outlook for the company.
Key Dates
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 04/11/2025 | Date of restricted stock unit award grant |
| 04/30/2025 | Date of transaction (stock sale) |
| 05/02/2025 | Date of Form 4 filing |
Keywords
Form 4, insider trading, stock sale, Applied Optoelectronics, AAOI, David C. Kuo, restricted stock units, tax obligations
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