Form 4: H.B. Fuller Exec Reports Stock & Option Activity
Insider Transaction Report
H.B. Fuller's Sr. VP of Global R&D, Du Xinyu, reported recent transactions involving common stock, restricted stock units, and new employee stock options.
Summary
- Du Xinyu, Sr. VP, Global R&D at H.B. Fuller Co. (FUL), reported transactions on January 26, 2026, including the acquisition and disposition of common stock.
- Acquired 199 shares of common stock at $60.07 per share upon the maturity of Restricted Stock Units.
- Disposed of 61 shares of common stock at $60.07 per share to cover tax obligations related to the RSU vesting.
- Beneficial ownership of common stock after these transactions is 2,767 shares.
- Received a new grant of 10,961 Employee Stock Options with an exercise price of $59.81, which will vest in three annual installments starting January 26, 2027, and expire on January 26, 2036.
- Received a new grant of 1,616 Restricted Stock Units, which will vest in three annual installments starting January 26, 2027, and expire on January 26, 2029.
- The filing also details existing employee stock options and restricted stock units held by Du Xinyu, including several fully vested options and other unvested awards.
Sentiment
Score: 5
Explanation: The filing reports routine insider transactions related to executive compensation and equity awards. It does not contain information that would significantly alter the company's financial outlook or operational performance, thus maintaining a neutral sentiment.
Positives
- Grant of 10,961 new Employee Stock Options, increasing potential future ownership and aligning executive incentives with shareholder value.
- Grant of 1,616 new Restricted Stock Units, further aligning executive interests with long-term company performance.
- Maturity of 199 Restricted Stock Units into common stock, indicating successful vesting of prior awards.
Negatives
- Disposition of 61 shares of common stock at $60.07 per share to cover tax liabilities, which is a common practice but reduces direct share ownership.
Future Outlook
New employee stock options and restricted stock units will vest in annual installments over the next few years, providing future equity incentives. Existing unvested options and RSUs will continue to vest according to their respective schedules, aligning executive compensation with long-term company performance.
Industry Context
This Form 4 filing details routine insider transactions related to executive compensation, which is a standard practice across publicly traded companies to incentivize and retain key management personnel. It does not provide information directly related to broader industry trends or competitive landscape.
Stakeholder Impact
- Shareholders: The transactions represent routine executive compensation and incentive alignment, with no immediate material impact on the company's financial position or share structure beyond the issuance of a small number of shares.
- Employees (specifically Du Xinyu): The grants provide significant long-term incentives and compensation, aligning personal financial interests with company performance.
Next Steps
- Continued vesting of 10,961 Employee Stock Options in three annual installments beginning January 26, 2027.
- Continued vesting of 1,616 Restricted Stock Units in three annual installments beginning January 26, 2027.
- Continued vesting of 7,678 Employee Stock Options in three annual installments beginning January 27, 2026.
- Continued vesting of 3,566 Employee Stock Options in three annual installments beginning January 26, 2025.
- Continued vesting of 1,360.32 Restricted Stock Units in three annual installments beginning January 27, 2026.
Key Dates
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 01/24/2021 | Employee Stock Option (Right-to-Buy) for 1,824 shares became 100% vested. |
| 01/27/2022 | Employee Stock Option (Right-to-Buy) for 2,744 shares became 100% vested. |
| 01/24/2023 | Employee Stock Option (Right-to-Buy) for 2,563 shares became 100% vested. |
| 01/24/2024 | Employee Stock Option (Right-to-Buy) for 2,839 shares became 100% vested. |
| 01/26/2025 | Restricted Stock Units (199 shares) began vesting; Employee Stock Option (Right-to-Buy) for 3,566 shares began vesting. |
| 01/26/2026 | Date of earliest transaction; 199 Restricted Stock Units matured into common stock; 61 shares withheld for taxes; 10,961 new Employee Stock Options granted; 1,616 new Restricted Stock Units granted. |
| 01/27/2026 | Employee Stock Option (Right-to-Buy) for 7,678 shares begins vesting; Restricted Stock Units (1,360.32 shares) began vesting. |
| 01/28/2026 | Signature date of the reporting person's attorney-in-fact. |
| 01/26/2027 | First installment vesting date for 10,961 Employee Stock Options; First installment vesting date for 1,616 Restricted Stock Units; Expiration date for 199 Restricted Stock Units. |
| 01/27/2028 | Expiration date for 1,360.32 Restricted Stock Units. |
| 01/26/2029 | Expiration date for 1,616 Restricted Stock Units. |
| 01/24/2030 | Expiration date for 1,824 Employee Stock Options. |
| 01/27/2031 | Expiration date for 2,744 Employee Stock Options. |
| 01/24/2032 | Expiration date for 2,563 Employee Stock Options. |
| 01/24/2033 | Expiration date for 2,839 Employee Stock Options. |
| 01/26/2034 | Expiration date for 3,566 Employee Stock Options. |
| 01/27/2035 | Expiration date for 7,678 Employee Stock Options. |
| 01/26/2036 | Expiration date for 10,961 Employee Stock Options. |
Keywords
H.B. Fuller, FUL, Insider Transaction, Form 4, Stock Options, Restricted Stock Units, Executive Compensation, Equity Awards
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