Form 4: Bentley Systems CRO Sells Shares for Tax Obligations

Sentiment:

Insider Transaction Report


Bentley Systems' Chief Revenue Officer, Brock Ballard, disposed of 609 Class B Common Stock shares at $52.20 each to cover tax liabilities from vested awards.

Summary

  • Brock Ballard, Chief Revenue Officer of Bentley Systems, Inc. (BSY), reported a transaction involving Class B Common Stock.
  • On October 27, 2025, 609 shares were disposed of to cover taxes due upon the vesting of previously granted awards.
  • The transaction price per share was $52.20.
  • Following this transaction, Brock Ballard beneficially owns 68,114 shares of Class B Common Stock directly.

Sentiment

Score: 5

Explanation: The filing reports a routine, non-discretionary insider transaction (shares withheld for tax purposes upon vesting of awards). This type of transaction is neutral in sentiment as it reflects a standard administrative process rather than a discretionary sale or purchase based on market outlook.

Future Outlook

NA

Industry Context

This is a routine insider transaction related to equity compensation and tax obligations, which is common across all industries for executives receiving stock-based awards. It does not reflect broader industry trends or competitive positioning.

Stakeholder Impact

  • Minimal impact on shareholders as this is a routine, non-discretionary transaction related to executive compensation and tax obligations, not indicative of a change in company fundamentals or executive confidence.

Key Dates

DateDescription
10/27/2025Date of transaction where shares were disposed of for tax withholding.
10/28/2025Date the Form 4 was signed and filed.

Keywords

Bentley Systems, BSY, Brock Ballard, Chief Revenue Officer, Insider Trading, Form 4, Stock Sale, Tax Withholding, Equity Compensation

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