Form 4: Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. CEO Reports Changes in Beneficial Ownership

Sentiment:

SEC Form 4 Filing


CEO J. Patrick Gallagher Jr. reports changes in beneficial ownership of Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. stock, including dispositions and acquisitions through various trusts and plans.

Summary

  • J. Patrick Gallagher Jr., CEO of Arthur J. Gallagher & Co., filed a Form 4 detailing changes in his beneficial ownership of the company's stock.
  • The reported transactions include dispositions of 75,205 shares of common stock on March 7, 2025, and 5,328 shares on March 11, 2025.
  • These dispositions were offset by acquisitions of 75,205 shares of common stock on March 7, 2025.
  • The transactions involve shares held directly, indirectly through a spouse, spouse's trust, a corporation, irrevocable trusts, and the Gallagher 401(k) plan account.
  • Gallagher also reported holdings of phantom stock, representing the right to receive 5,292.159 shares of Gallagher common stock, valued at $321.23 per share.
  • These phantom stock shares are awards under the Age 62 Plan, a nonqualified deferred compensation plan, vesting at age 62 or after one year for those who have attained age 61.

Sentiment

Score: 5

Explanation: This is a routine filing, so the sentiment is neutral. It simply reflects changes in ownership.

Industry Context

Form 4 filings are standard practice and provide transparency into the trading activities of company insiders, which can be informative for investors.

Stakeholder Impact

  • Shareholders may be interested in the trading activity of company insiders as an indicator of management's confidence in the company's prospects.

Key Dates

DateDescription
03/07/2025Transaction date for the disposition and acquisition of 75,205 shares of common stock.
03/10/2025Transaction date for phantom stock.
03/11/2025Transaction date for the disposition of 5,328 shares of common stock and signature date of the report.

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