Form 4: Great Southern Bancorp Director Acquires Shares and Holds Options

Sentiment:

SEC Form 4


Director Steven D Edwards acquired 26 shares of Great Southern Bancorp through a DRIP and holds options to purchase 4,000 shares.

Summary

  • On July 16, 2024, Steven D Edwards, a director of Great Southern Bancorp, acquired 26 shares of common stock through a Dividend Reinvestment Program (DRIP) at a price of $59.937 per share.
  • Following this transaction, Edwards directly owns 3,915 shares of Great Southern Bancorp.
  • Edwards also holds options to purchase 2,000 shares at an exercise price of $61.55, vesting in four equal installments annually from November 16, 2024, to November 16, 2027.
  • Additionally, Edwards holds options to purchase 2,000 shares at an exercise price of $53.22, vesting in four equal installments annually from November 15, 2025, to November 15, 2028.
  • Therefore, Edwards holds options to purchase a total of 4,000 shares.

Sentiment

Score: 6

Explanation: The sentiment is neutral. The director's acquisition of shares through DRIP is a mildly positive signal, but the overall impact is limited.

Positives

  • The director's participation in the DRIP indicates confidence in the company's future performance.
  • The vesting schedules of the options provide a long-term incentive for the director.

Industry Context

Director share ownership and option grants are common practices in the banking industry to align management's interests with those of shareholders.

Stakeholder Impact

  • The director's share acquisition could have a slightly positive impact on shareholder confidence.

Key Dates

DateDescription
07/16/2024Date of common stock acquisition through DRIP
11/16/2024First vesting date for 500 shares of options at $61.55
11/16/2025Second vesting date for 500 shares of options at $61.55
11/15/2025First vesting date for 500 shares of options at $53.22
11/16/2026Third vesting date for 500 shares of options at $61.55
11/15/2026Second vesting date for 500 shares of options at $53.22
11/16/2027Fourth vesting date for 500 shares of options at $61.55
11/15/2027Third vesting date for 500 shares of options at $53.22
11/15/2028Fourth vesting date for 500 shares of options at $53.22
11/16/2032Expiration date for options to purchase 2,000 shares at $61.55
11/15/2033Expiration date for options to purchase 2,000 shares at $53.22
08/19/2024Date of signature by Power of Attorney

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