Form 4: Frequency Electronics CEO Thomas McClelland Reports Stock Transactions
SEC Form 4 Filing
Thomas McClelland, President and CEO of Frequency Electronics Inc, reports acquisition and disposal of company stock, including restricted stock units and shares withheld for tax obligations.
Summary
- On January 4, 2023, Thomas McClelland was granted 20,000 restricted stock units which vest in four equal annual installments commencing January 4, 2024.
- On July 31, 2023, McClelland was granted 50,000 performance based restricted stock units.
- As of July 31, 2024, the performance requirements for these units have been met, and they vest in four equal annual installments commencing July 31, 2024.
- On July 31, 2024, 4,569 shares were withheld to cover tax obligations at a price of $13.6 per share.
- Following these transactions, McClelland's beneficial ownership of Frequency Electronics Inc stock is 97,782 shares as of November 4, 2024.
Sentiment
Score: 6
Explanation: The sentiment is neutral as the document primarily reports stock transactions related to executive compensation. The vesting of performance-based units is a slightly positive signal.
Positives
- The vesting of performance-based restricted stock units suggests that performance targets were achieved.
Negatives
- 4,569 shares were withheld to cover tax obligations, reducing the number of shares directly held by the CEO.
Industry Context
Form 4 filings are standard practice and provide transparency into the trading activities of company insiders, which can be informative for investors.
Stakeholder Impact
- The reported transactions provide shareholders with insight into the CEO's holdings and alignment with company performance.
Key Dates
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 01/04/2023 | Grant date of 20,000 restricted stock units. |
| 07/31/2023 | Grant date of 50,000 performance based restricted stock units. |
| 01/04/2024 | Commencement of vesting for the 20,000 restricted stock units. |
| 07/31/2024 | Performance requirements met for 50,000 performance based restricted stock units; commencement of vesting and shares withheld for tax obligations. |
| 11/04/2024 | Date of Form 4 filing. |
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