Form 4: Diamondback Energy Executive VP Teresa L. Dick Reports Changes in Beneficial Ownership

Sentiment:

SEC Form 4 Filing


Teresa L. Dick, Executive VP at Diamondback Energy, reports acquisition and disposal of common stock and restricted stock units related to vesting and tax obligations.

Summary

  • Teresa L. Dick, CAO, Executive VP, and Assistant Secretary of Diamondback Energy, Inc., filed a Form 4 on March 4, 2025, reporting changes in beneficial ownership of the company's stock.
  • On March 1, 2025, Dick acquired 5,575 restricted stock units and 23,070 performance-based restricted stock units.
  • Also on March 1, 2025, Dick disposed of 10,169, 928, 679, and 820 shares of common stock to satisfy tax withholding obligations related to the vesting of restricted stock units.
  • Following these transactions, Dick beneficially owns 105,002 shares of Diamondback Energy common stock.

Sentiment

Score: 5

Explanation: The document is a standard regulatory filing detailing stock transactions, with neutral sentiment.

Industry Context

This filing is a routine disclosure related to executive compensation and equity awards, common in the oil and gas industry.

Comparison to Industry Standards

  • Equity compensation is a standard practice across the oil and gas industry to align executive incentives with shareholder value.
  • Companies like EOG Resources, Pioneer Natural Resources, and ConocoPhillips also utilize restricted stock units and performance-based awards as part of their executive compensation packages.
  • The vesting schedules and performance metrics associated with these awards often vary based on company-specific goals and industry benchmarks.

Stakeholder Impact

  • The transactions have a minor impact on shareholders as they relate to executive compensation and do not represent a significant change in company ownership.

Key Dates

DateDescription
2022-01-01Start of performance period for performance-based restricted stock units.
2022-03-01Date of grant for performance-based restricted stock units.
2023-03-01Date of grant for time-based restricted stock units.
2024-03-01Date of grant for time-based restricted stock units.
2024-12-31End of performance period for performance-based restricted stock units; vesting date.
2025-02-28Date used to determine closing price per share for tax withholding.
2025-03-01Transaction date for acquisition and disposal of securities; settlement date for restricted stock units.
2025-03-01First vesting date for restricted stock units granted on March 1, 2025.
2025-03-04Date of Form 4 filing.

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