Form 4: Halliburton EVP Eric Carre Sells Shares Under 10b5-1 Trading Plan

Sentiment:

SEC Form 4


Halliburton's EVP & Chief Financial Officer, Eric Carre, sold 14,104 shares of common stock at $26.13 per share on February 11, 2025, under a pre-arranged 10b5-1 trading plan.

Summary

  • On February 11, 2025, Eric Carre, EVP & Chief Financial Officer of Halliburton, sold 14,104 shares of Halliburton common stock.
  • The sale was executed at a price of $26.13 per share.
  • The transaction was conducted under a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan adopted on November 12, 2024.
  • Following the transaction, Carre directly owns 127,101.377 shares of Halliburton common stock.
  • Carre also holds options to buy common stock at various prices and expiration dates.

Sentiment

Score: 5

Explanation: The sentiment is neutral as the transaction is a routine sale under a pre-arranged trading plan and doesn't necessarily reflect a positive or negative outlook on the company.

Industry Context

Executive stock sales are a common occurrence in publicly traded companies. They can be part of a pre-planned diversification strategy or for personal financial planning. The use of 10b5-1 trading plans allows insiders to sell shares without being accused of trading on non-public information.

Comparison to Industry Standards

  • Executive compensation and stock ownership are closely monitored in the oilfield services industry.
  • Companies like Schlumberger and Baker Hughes also have executives who utilize 10b5-1 plans for stock transactions.
  • Comparing the holdings and trading activity of executives across these companies can provide insights into management's confidence and alignment with shareholder interests.

Stakeholder Impact

  • The stock sale may have a minor impact on shareholders due to the small volume of shares sold relative to the company's total outstanding shares.
  • The transaction is unlikely to significantly affect employees, customers, suppliers, or creditors.

Key Dates

DateDescription
12/07/2016Date of option grant with exercise price of $53.54, expiring 12/07/2026
12/06/2017Date of option grant with exercise price of $43.38, expiring 12/06/2027
12/05/2018Date of option grant with exercise price of $31.44, expiring 12/05/2028
11/12/2024Date the Reporting Person adopted the Rule 10b5-1 trading plan
02/11/2025Date of the stock sale transaction
02/12/2025Date of signature on the Form 4 filing

Keywords

Halliburton, Eric Carre, Stock Sale, Form 4, 10b5-1 Trading Plan, Executive Compensation, Insider Trading

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