Form 4: Church & Dwight Executive Acquires Phantom Stock Under Deferred Compensation Plan
Insider Transaction Report
Carlos G. Linares, EVP Chief Technology & Global New Product at Church & Dwight Co. Inc., acquired 26.076 phantom stock shares on May 30, 2025, as part of the company's deferred compensation plan.
Summary
- Carlos G. Linares, EVP Chief Technology & Global New Product at Church & Dwight Co. Inc. (CHD), acquired 26.076 phantom stock shares.
- The transaction occurred on May 30, 2025.
- The phantom stock was acquired at a price of $98.31 per share.
- These shares were obtained under the Church & Dwight Co., Inc. Deferred Compensation Plan.
- Phantom stock shares convert to common stock on a 1-for-1 basis and are to be settled in cash as prescribed by the Plan.
- Following this transaction, Mr. Linares beneficially owns 16,927.495 phantom stock shares directly.
Sentiment
Score: 6
Explanation: The acquisition of phantom stock by an executive is a routine compensation event that generally indicates alignment of interests with shareholders, contributing to a slightly positive sentiment.
Positives
- Acquisition of phantom stock by a key executive aligns their interests with shareholders.
- Participation in a deferred compensation plan indicates long-term commitment to the company.
Future Outlook
NA
Industry Context
This is a routine insider transaction filing (Form 4) and does not provide broader industry context or trends. It reflects an individual executive's compensation and equity holdings within the consumer goods sector, where deferred compensation plans are common for aligning executive interests with long-term company performance.
Stakeholder Impact
- Shareholders: The acquisition of phantom stock by an executive aligns their financial interests with those of the shareholders, potentially encouraging decisions that enhance long-term shareholder value.
Key Dates
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 05/30/2025 | Date of transaction for the acquisition of phantom stock by Carlos G. Linares. |
| 06/02/2025 | Date the Form 4 filing was signed and submitted. |
Keywords
Church & Dwight, CHD, SEC Form 4, Insider Trading, Phantom Stock, Deferred Compensation Plan, Executive Compensation, Carlos G. Linares, Equity Acquisition
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