Form 4: CRA International Executive Chad M. Holmes Reports Stock Transactions

Sentiment:

SEC Form 4 Filing


Chad M. Holmes, an executive at CRA International, reported the acquisition and disposal of common stock and restricted stock units on April 29, 2025.

Summary

  • On April 29, 2025, Chad M. Holmes, an Executive Vice President, Chief Corporate Development Officer, interim Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer at CRA International, reported transactions involving the company's common stock and restricted stock units.
  • Holmes acquired 271.7909 shares of common stock through the vesting of restricted stock units.
  • He disposed of 2.7909 shares of common stock at a price of $162.69.
  • Additionally, 128 shares were disposed of for $162.69.
  • Following these transactions, Holmes directly owns 44,858 shares of CRA International common stock.
  • Holmes also holds derivative securities, including restricted stock units and non-qualified stock options.

Sentiment

Score: 5

Explanation: This is a neutral regulatory filing. It simply reports transactions and doesn't inherently indicate positive or negative sentiment about the company's prospects.

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 broader industry trends but offers insight into the individual executive's holdings and transactions within CRA International.

Comparison to Industry Standards

  • Form 4 filings are standard practice for publicly traded companies and their executives.
  • The information provided is consistent with SEC regulations and reporting requirements.
  • Similar filings can be observed across the consulting industry for companies like Accenture, McKinsey, and Boston Consulting Group, where executives routinely report stock transactions.

Stakeholder Impact

  • The filing provides transparency to shareholders regarding executive stock transactions.
  • It helps ensure fair market practices and prevents insider trading.

Key Dates

DateDescription
12/18/2017Grant date of nonqualified stock option with exercise price of $44.87, vesting in four equal annual installments.
12/06/2018Grant date of non-qualified stock options with exercise price of $47.45, vesting in four equal annual installments.
04/29/2025Date of reported transactions: acquisition of stock via RSU vesting and disposal of stock.
04/29/2026First vesting date for some of the Restricted Stock Units.
03/10/2026Vesting date for some of the Restricted Stock Units.
04/11/2026First vesting date for some of the Restricted Stock Units.
12/18/2027Expiration date of nonqualified stock option with exercise price of $44.87.
12/06/2028Expiration date of non-qualified stock options with exercise price of $47.45.

Keywords

CRA International, Chad M. Holmes, Form 4, Stock Transactions, Restricted Stock Units, Common Stock, Insider Trading

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