Form 4: Commvault CFO Sells Shares for Tax Obligations

Sentiment:

Insider Transaction Report


Commvault Systems Inc.'s Chief Financial Officer, Jennifer Leigh DiRico, sold 830 shares of common stock to cover tax withholding obligations related to vested equity.

Summary

  • Jennifer Leigh DiRico, Chief Financial Officer of Commvault Systems Inc. (CVLT), reported a transaction involving company common stock.
  • On November 18, 2025, DiRico disposed of 830 shares of common stock.
  • The shares were sold at a weighted average price of $123.58 per share, with individual transactions ranging from $123.58 to $124.29.
  • The sale was solely to satisfy tax withholding obligations upon the vesting of restricted and performance stock.
  • Following this transaction, DiRico beneficially owns 44,313 shares of Commvault Systems Inc. common stock directly.

Sentiment

Score: 5

Explanation: The transaction is a routine, non-discretionary sale of shares to cover tax obligations upon equity vesting. It does not indicate a positive or negative sentiment towards the company's future performance.

Positives

  • The transaction was non-discretionary, specifically for tax withholding, indicating it was not a sale based on a negative outlook for the company.

Negatives

  • A reduction in insider ownership, even if for tax purposes, slightly decreases management's direct equity stake.

Future Outlook

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

Management Comments

  • The shares were automatically sold solely to satisfy tax withholding obligations of the reporting person on vesting of restricted and performance stock.
  • Proceeds from the sale were submitted to the Internal Revenue Service.

Industry Context

This insider transaction is a routine event for publicly traded companies where executives receive equity compensation that vests over time. It does not reflect broader industry trends or competitive positioning.

Stakeholder Impact

  • Shareholders: Minimal impact, as it's a routine tax-related sale and not a discretionary divestment.
  • Employees: No direct impact.
  • Customers/Suppliers/Creditors: No direct impact.

Key Dates

DateDescription
11/18/2025Date of transaction (sale of common stock)
11/20/2025Date Form 4 was signed by Attorney-in-Fact

Keywords

Commvault Systems, CVLT, Insider Trading, Form 4, Stock Sale, CFO, Jennifer Leigh DiRico, Tax Withholding, Equity Vesting

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