Form 4: Darden Restaurants President Receives Stock Grant
Insider Transaction (Form 4)
Melvin John Martin, Group President of Darden Restaurants Inc, reported multiple transactions in common stock on July 29, 2026.
Summary
- Grant/award: acquired 1,997 Restricted Stock Units (FY27 Annual Grant) on July 29, 2026; holds 1,997 after (Direct).
- Grant/award: acquired 5,890 Stock Option (Right to Buy) on July 29, 2026; holds 5,890 after (Direct).
Sentiment
Score: 5
Explanation: StockSavvy.ai views this as routine: the reported changes are grants, option exercises, tax withholding or similar administrative transactions, which carry limited directional signal.
Insider Transactions
Melvin John Martin — Officer (Group President)
| Date | Transaction | Security | Shares | Price | Value | Held After |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-29 | Grant/award | Restricted Stock Units (FY27 Annual Grant) | 1,997 | — | — | 1,997 |
| 2026-07-29 | Grant/award | Stock Option (Right to Buy) | 5,890 | — | — | 5,890 |
Key Dates
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 2026-07-29 | Grant/award (1,997 shares) |
| 2026-07-29 | Grant/award (5,890 shares) |
Keywords
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