Form 4: Carvana CEO Sells $1.88M in Stock via Pre-Planned Trust Sales
Insider Transaction Report
Carvana Co. CEO Ernest C. Garcia III reported the sale of 4,800 Class A Common Stock shares from two trusts, totaling approximately $1.88 million, under a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan.
Summary
- Carvana Co. CEO Ernest C. Garcia III reported the sale of 4,800 shares of Class A Common Stock.
- The sales were executed on September 29, 2025, through two trusts: the Ernest Irrevocable 2004 Trust III and the Ernest C. Garcia III Multi-Generational Trust III.
- Each trust sold 2,400 shares.
- The transactions were conducted under a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan adopted on December 13, 2024.
- The shares were sold at volume-weighted average prices ranging from $388.61 to $393.46 per share, with a total approximate value of $1,875,888.
- Following these transactions, the Ernest Irrevocable 2004 Trust III beneficially owns 386,440 shares, and the Ernest C. Garcia III Multi-Generational Trust III beneficially owns 486,440 shares.
- Ernest C. Garcia III also directly owns 921,926 shares of Class A Common Stock.
Sentiment
Score: 4
Explanation: The sale of shares by a CEO, even if pre-planned under a Rule 10b5-1 plan, can be perceived with slight caution by investors as it reduces insider ownership. However, the pre-scheduled nature mitigates concerns of it being a reaction to immediate negative company news.
Future Outlook
N/A. This filing reports past transactions and does not provide forward-looking statements or guidance regarding the company's performance.
Industry Context
N/A. This filing pertains to an individual insider transaction and does not provide information related to broader industry trends or competitive landscape.
Stakeholder Impact
- Shareholders: May observe a slight decrease in insider ownership, though the pre-planned nature of the sale under a 10b5-1 plan suggests it is not based on new material non-public information.
Key Dates
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 12/13/2024 | Rule 10b5-1 trading plan adopted by Ernest C. Garcia III. |
| 09/29/2025 | Sales of Class A Common Stock by Ernest C. Garcia III's trusts. |
| 10/01/2025 | Date of filing of the Statement of Changes in Beneficial Ownership. |
Keywords
Carvana, CVNA, Ernest C. Garcia III, Insider Trading, Form 4, Stock Sale, 10b5-1 Plan, CEO, Trusts
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