Form 4: DigitalOcean Director Keffer Acquires 433 Shares
Insider Transaction Report
DigitalOcean Holdings, Inc. Director Pueo Keffer acquired 433 shares of common stock through a restricted stock unit grant as part of director compensation.
Summary
- Director Pueo Keffer of DigitalOcean Holdings, Inc. acquired 433 shares of common stock.
- The acquisition occurred on September 30, 2025, as a grant of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs).
- These RSUs were granted pursuant to the company's non-employee director compensation policy, in lieu of quarterly retainer fees.
- The total value of the RSU grant was $15,625.00.
- The number of RSUs was calculated by dividing the grant value ($15,625.00) by $36.08, which represents the average closing price of the Issuer's common stock on the NYSE for the 10 trading days prior to and ending on the grant date.
- The shares underlying these RSUs are fully vested as of the date of grant.
- Following this transaction, Pueo Keffer directly beneficially owns 38,746 shares of DigitalOcean common stock.
Sentiment
Score: 6
Explanation: The filing reports a routine compensation event for a director, which is generally neutral but slightly positive as it aligns director interests with shareholders. No significant positive or negative operational news is present.
Positives
- Director Keffer's acquisition of shares aligns their interests with those of the company's shareholders.
- The grant is part of a standard non-employee director compensation policy, indicating routine corporate governance.
- The RSUs are fully vested upon grant, providing immediate ownership and eliminating future vesting conditions.
Future Outlook
The filing does not contain any forward-looking statements or guidance.
Industry Context
This is a routine insider transaction filing (Form 4) reporting director compensation. It does not provide information to analyze broader industry trends or competitor actions. Such filings are common across all publicly traded companies as part of their corporate governance and transparency requirements.
Comparison to Industry Standards
- NA
Corporate Governance
| Change Type | Description | Effective Date | Impact Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Director Compensation | Pueo Keffer received restricted stock units as part of the non-employee director compensation policy, in lieu of quarterly retainer fees. The shares underlying these RSUs are fully vested upon grant. | 2025-09-30 | This is a standard practice to compensate non-employee directors with equity, aligning their interests with long-term shareholder value. The immediate vesting provides direct ownership. |
Stakeholder Impact
- Shareholders: The grant of equity to a director aligns their interests with shareholders, potentially fostering better long-term decision-making.
- Employees: No direct impact on employees is indicated by this filing.
- Customers, Suppliers, Creditors: No direct impact on these stakeholders is indicated by this filing.
Key Dates
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 2025-09-26 | Date of Power of Attorney execution by Pueo Keffer. |
| 2025-09-30 | Date of RSU grant and acquisition of common stock by Pueo Keffer. |
| 2025-10-02 | Date Form 4 was signed by Attorney-in-Fact. |
Keywords
DigitalOcean Holdings, DOCN, Pueo Keffer, Form 4, Insider Transaction, Restricted Stock Units, RSU, Director Compensation, Equity Grant
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