Form 4: Franklin Resources EVP, CFO & COO Matthew Nicholls Reports Stock Transaction

Sentiment:

SEC Filing (Form 4)


Matthew Nicholls, EVP, CFO & COO of Franklin Resources, reports the disposition of 56,592 shares of common stock to cover tax liabilities related to vesting restricted stock units on August 31, 2024.

Summary

  • On August 31, 2024, Matthew Nicholls, EVP, CFO & COO of Franklin Resources, disposed of 56,592 shares of common stock.
  • The transaction was to cover tax liabilities related to the vesting of a security issued in accordance with Rule 16b-3.
  • The shares were disposed of at a price of $20.24 per share.
  • Following the transaction, Nicholls beneficially owns 328,076 shares of Franklin Resources common stock, of which 117,013 shares represent unvested restricted stock units.

Sentiment

Score: 5

Explanation: Neutral sentiment as the filing reflects a routine transaction related to tax obligations on vested stock units.

Industry Context

Form 4 filings are a routine part of corporate governance, providing transparency into the transactions of company insiders. This filing indicates a standard tax liability coverage related to vesting equity.

Stakeholder Impact

  • The transaction has a minimal impact on shareholders as it is a routine sale to cover tax obligations.

Key Dates

DateDescription
08/31/2024Date of the stock transaction (disposal of shares).
09/04/2024Date of signature on the Form 4 filing.

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