Form 4: Cognex Corp Executive Laura MacDonald Reports Stock Transactions
SEC Form 4
Laura MacDonald, PFO & PAO of Cognex Corp, reports multiple transactions involving common stock and restricted stock units from February 20-22, 2025.
Summary
- Laura MacDonald, PFO & PAO of Cognex Corp, filed a Form 4 detailing changes in beneficial ownership.
- The transactions occurred between February 20 and February 22, 2025.
- MacDonald acquired shares through the vesting of restricted stock units and disposed of shares to cover tax obligations.
- Specifically, MacDonald acquired 1,268 shares on February 20, 2025, 1,652 shares on February 21, 2025, and 2,072 shares on February 22, 2025, through the vesting of restricted stock units.
- She also disposed of 440 shares on February 20, 2025, 573 shares on February 21, 2025, and 658 shares on February 22, 2025, to satisfy tax withholding obligations.
- Following these transactions, MacDonald directly owns 7,086 shares of common stock and indirectly owns 20 shares through a child.
- MacDonald also holds various non-qualified stock options and restricted stock units.
- The reported transactions include the exercise of restricted stock units and the subsequent withholding of shares to cover tax obligations.
Sentiment
Score: 5
Explanation: This is a routine regulatory filing related to stock transactions by an insider. It doesn't contain information that would significantly shift investor sentiment positively or negatively.
Industry Context
This Form 4 filing is a routine disclosure required by the SEC for corporate insiders, providing transparency into their trading activities. It doesn't necessarily reflect a change in the company's outlook or performance but offers insights into executive compensation and stock ownership.
Key Dates
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 02/16/2022 | Grant date for Non-Qualified Stock Option with an exercise price of $90.5 and expiration date of 02/16/2031 |
| 02/18/2018 | Grant date for Non-Qualified Stock Option with an exercise price of $38.39 and expiration date of 02/21/2027 |
| 02/18/2019 | Grant date for Non-Qualified Stock Option with an exercise price of $56.44 and expiration date of 02/20/2028 |
| 02/18/2021 | Grant date for Non-Qualified Stock Option with an exercise price of $50.94 and expiration date of 02/18/2030 |
| 02/18/2026 | Grant date for Restricted Stock Unit with expiration date of 02/18/2028 |
| 02/19/2020 | Grant date for Non-Qualified Stock Option with an exercise price of $51.49 and expiration date of 02/19/2029 |
| 02/20/2019 | Grant date for Non-Qualified Stock Option with an exercise price of $56.44 and expiration date of 02/20/2028 |
| 02/20/2024 | Grant date for Restricted Stock Unit vesting approximately 20%, 30%, and 50% on the first, second, and third anniversaries, respectively |
| 02/20/2025 | Transaction date for acquisition and disposition of common stock related to restricted stock units. |
| 02/20/2025 | Grant date for Non-Qualified Stock Option with an exercise price of $39.44 and expiration date of 02/20/2034 |
| 02/21/2018 | Grant date for Non-Qualified Stock Option with an exercise price of $38.39 and expiration date of 02/21/2027 |
| 02/21/2023 | Grant date for Restricted Stock Unit vesting approximately 20%, 30%, and 50% on the first, second, and third anniversaries, respectively |
| 02/21/2024 | Grant date for Non-Qualified Stock Option with an exercise price of $47.21 and expiration date of 02/21/2033 |
| 02/21/2025 | Transaction date for acquisition and disposition of common stock related to restricted stock units. |
| 02/22/2022 | Grant date for Restricted Stock Unit vesting approximately 20%, 30%, and 50% on the first, second, and third anniversaries, respectively |
| 02/22/2023 | Grant date for Non-Qualified Stock Option with an exercise price of $64.43 and expiration date of 02/22/2032 |
| 02/22/2025 | Transaction date for acquisition and disposition of common stock related to restricted stock units. |
| 03/15/2025 | Restricted Stock Unit vesting date |
| 05/01/2022 | Grant date for Non-Qualified Stock Option with an exercise price of $48.28 and expiration date of 05/01/2029 |
Keywords
Form 4, Cognex Corp, Laura MacDonald, Stock Options, Restricted Stock Units, Beneficial Ownership, CGNX, Insider Trading
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