Form 4: Diamondback Energy Director Darin G. Holderness Acquires Restricted Stock Units

Director Darin G. Holderness acquired 1,417 restricted stock units of Diamondback Energy, Inc. on May 21, 2025.

Summary

• Darin G. Holderness, a director of Diamondback Energy, Inc., acquired 1,417 restricted stock units on May 21, 2025.
• The restricted stock units were granted as an annual non-employee director grant under the company's equity incentive plan.
• These units will vest on the earlier of the one-year anniversary of the grant date or the date of the 2026 annual meeting of stockholders.
• Following the transaction, Mr. Holderness directly owns 1,816 shares of Diamondback Energy common stock.

Sentiment

Score: 7

Explanation: The sentiment is neutral to slightly positive as it reflects standard compensation practices and aligns director interests with shareholders.

Positives

• The grant of restricted stock units aligns the director's interests with those of the shareholders.
• The vesting schedule encourages long-term commitment from the director.

Industry Context

This filing is a routine disclosure of a director's stock ownership and is typical for publicly traded companies.

Stakeholder Impact

• The transaction has a minor positive impact on shareholders by aligning director interests with company performance.

Key Dates

Keywords

Diamondback Energy, Director, Holderness, Restricted Stock Units, Equity Incentive Plan, Beneficial Ownership, Form 4, FANG