Form 4: Cogent Biosciences CFO Sells 77,000 Shares

Sentiment:

Insider Transaction Report


John L. Green, Chief Financial Officer of Cogent Biosciences, Inc., sold 77,000 shares of common stock at a weighted average price of $38.68 per share.

Summary

  • John L. Green, Chief Financial Officer of Cogent Biosciences, Inc. (COGT), reported a sale of common stock.
  • The transaction involved the disposition of 77,000 shares of common stock.
  • The shares were sold on December 26, 2025, at a weighted average price of $38.68 per share.
  • The sales occurred in multiple transactions at prices ranging from $38.51 to $38.94 per share.
  • Following this transaction, John L. Green beneficially owns 131,834 shares of common stock directly.
  • The reported transaction was made pursuant to a Rule 10b5-1(c) plan.
  • The remaining beneficial ownership includes previously reported restricted stock units subject to certain vesting conditions.

Sentiment

Score: 5

Explanation: The sentiment is neutral. This is a routine insider transaction filed under a Rule 10b5-1 plan, which typically indicates a pre-scheduled sale for personal financial planning rather than a reaction to company-specific news. The sale amount is significant but not extraordinary relative to the remaining holdings.

Positives

  • The transaction was executed under a Rule 10b5-1(c) plan, indicating a pre-scheduled sale rather than a reaction to immediate company news or market conditions.

Negatives

  • An insider sale, even if pre-planned, can sometimes be perceived as a lack of confidence by some investors, though this is mitigated by the 10b5-1 plan.

Future Outlook

N/A. This Form 4 filing does not contain any forward-looking statements or guidance regarding the company's future performance.

Industry Context

N/A. This Form 4 filing is a routine disclosure of an insider stock transaction and does not provide information relevant to broader industry trends or competitor analysis.

Stakeholder Impact

  • Shareholders: The sale by a Chief Financial Officer, even under a 10b5-1 plan, may lead to minor scrutiny, but the pre-planned nature mitigates concerns about immediate negative implications for the company's prospects.

Key Dates

DateDescription
12/26/2025Date of earliest transaction (sale of common stock)
12/30/2025Signature date of the reporting person's attorney-in-fact

Keywords

Cogent Biosciences, COGT, Form 4, Insider Trading, Stock Sale, John L. Green, Chief Financial Officer, 10b5-1 Plan, Equity Transaction

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