Form 4: FactSet Director Exercises Stock Options

Sentiment:

Insider Transaction Report


FactSet Director Robin Ann Abrams exercised 2,572 stock options at $207.88 per share, increasing her direct beneficial ownership to 14,886 shares.

Summary

  • Robin Ann Abrams, a Director at FactSet Research Systems Inc. (FDS), executed a transaction on January 7, 2026.
  • The transaction involved the exercise of 2,572 non-employee director stock options.
  • Each option was exercised at a price of $207.88 per share.
  • Following the exercise, Abrams acquired 2,572 shares of FactSet Common Stock.
  • Her direct beneficial ownership of FactSet Common Stock increased to 14,886 shares.
  • The options were non-qualified stock options that cliff vested 100% after three years from their grant date of January 15, 2022, and were set to expire on January 15, 2026.
  • The transaction was made pursuant to a contract, instruction, or written plan for the purchase or sale of equity securities, intended to satisfy the affirmative defense conditions of Rule 10b5-1(c).

Sentiment

Score: 7

Explanation: The sentiment is mildly positive as an insider exercised options, which can signal confidence. However, it's a routine transaction and not indicative of significant new information.

Positives

  • An insider, Director Robin Ann Abrams, exercised stock options, which can be interpreted as a sign of confidence in the company's future performance or a routine realization of vested equity.

Future Outlook

The filing does not contain any forward-looking statements or guidance regarding the company's future performance or outlook.

Industry Context

Insider transactions, such as the exercise of stock options, are a routine part of executive and director compensation in publicly traded companies. This specific transaction reflects a director realizing value from previously granted equity awards, which is a common occurrence in the financial services and data industry.

Stakeholder Impact

  • Shareholders: The transaction provides a minor positive signal as a director is increasing their direct ownership, potentially indicating continued alignment of interests with shareholders.

Key Dates

DateDescription
01/15/2022Date non-qualified stock options were granted and became exercisable (vesting date).
08/24/2025Date Power of Attorney was executed by Robin Ann Abrams.
01/07/2026Date of the stock option exercise transaction.
01/08/2026Date the Form 4 was signed by the attorney-in-fact.
01/15/2026Expiration date of the non-employee director stock options.

Keywords

FactSet, FDS, Stock Options, Insider Transaction, Form 4, Director, Equity Compensation, Rule 10b5-1

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