Form 4: Director Eric Benhamou Receives GDYN Equity Grant
Insider Transaction Report
Grid Dynamics Holdings Director Eric Benhamou was granted 27,716 restricted stock units, vesting through 2026.
Summary
- Director Eric Benhamou of Grid Dynamics Holdings, Inc. (GDYN) acquired 27,716 shares of Common Stock in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) on December 23, 2025.
- The acquisition involved two grants: 19,021 RSUs vesting 100% on December 23, 2026, and 8,695 RSUs vesting quarterly starting March 23, 2026.
- These RSUs represent a contingent right to receive one share of Common Stock each, subject to Benhamou's continued service as a director.
- Following these transactions, Benhamou directly beneficially owns 109,593 shares and indirectly owns 23,500 shares via The Eric Benhamou Living Trust and 200,000 shares via The Eric Benhamou Grantor Retained Annuity Trust.
Sentiment
Score: 5
Explanation: Neutral, as it is a standard regulatory disclosure of director equity compensation, neither inherently positive nor negative for the company's immediate operational or financial performance.
Positives
- Director Eric Benhamou received an equity grant of 27,716 Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), aligning his interests with shareholders.
Future Outlook
The vesting schedules for the granted Restricted Stock Units extend through December 2026, contingent on the reporting person's continued service as a director.
Industry Context
This is a routine disclosure of director equity compensation, common across publicly traded companies to align management and director incentives with shareholder interests. It does not provide specific industry-related insights or competitive analysis.
Corporate Governance
| Change Type | Description | Effective Date | Impact Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Director Compensation | Director Eric Benhamou received 27,716 Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) as part of his compensation, aligning his interests with shareholders. | 12/23/2025 | This grant is a standard practice to incentivize directors and retain talent, fostering long-term commitment and performance alignment with company goals. |
Stakeholder Impact
- Shareholders: Director's interests are further aligned with shareholders through equity ownership, potentially encouraging long-term value creation.
- Employees: No direct impact on general employees is mentioned in this filing.
Key Dates
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 12/23/2025 | Date of RSU acquisition transaction. |
| 12/29/2025 | Date the Form 4 was filed. |
| 03/23/2026 | First vesting date for 8,695 RSUs, with subsequent quarterly vesting. |
| 12/23/2026 | Vesting date for 19,021 RSUs. |
Keywords
Grid Dynamics Holdings, GDYN, Eric Benhamou, Form 4, SEC filing, Restricted Stock Units, RSU, Director compensation, Insider transaction, Equity grant
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