Form 4: Hillenbrand Director Novich Acquires RSUs

Hillenbrand, Inc. Director Neil S. Novich acquired 467 Restricted Stock Units and Deferred Director Fees on December 31, 2025, as part of his compensation.

Summary

• Director Neil S. Novich acquired a total of 447 Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) and 20 Deferred Director Fees on December 31, 2025.
• These acquisitions represent compensation awards from various tranches identified by original award dates ranging from February 2010 to February 2025.
• Each RSU represents the contingent right to receive one share of Hillenbrand, Inc. common stock.
• RSUs are entitled to dividend equivalent rights, which accrue on dividend record dates.
• Awards granted prior to May 2014 vest immediately upon grant but require holding the underlying shares for six months after ceasing as a director.
• Awards granted in May 2014 or later vest immediately upon grant but require holding the underlying shares for one day after ceasing as a director.
• Awards from February 2021 through February 2025 vest on the earlier of the issuer's next annual meeting of shareholders or one year from the date of grant.
• Delivery of shares for the 2021-2025 awards will not occur until a change in control, the director's death or permanent and total disability, or one day after the director ceases to be a director.
• The 20 Deferred Director Fees will automatically convert into shares of stock upon Novich's retirement from the Board of Directors.
• Following these transactions, Novich beneficially owns a total of 68,018 Restricted Stock Units.

Sentiment

Score: 6

Explanation: Slightly positive as it indicates ongoing director compensation and alignment of interests, but it is a routine filing with no significant new information about company performance or strategic direction.

Positives

• Director Neil S. Novich received additional equity compensation, which aligns his interests with those of shareholders.
• The awards include dividend equivalent rights, providing additional value to the director.
• Vesting and holding requirements for the RSUs encourage long-term commitment and stewardship from the director.

Negatives

• The future conversion of these RSUs into common stock will result in minor dilution for existing shareholders.

Future Outlook

This filing does not contain forward-looking statements or guidance regarding the company's financial performance or strategic outlook.

Industry Context

This filing is a routine insider transaction report and does not provide specific insights into broader industry trends or competitive landscape.

Stakeholder Impact

• Shareholders: Minor potential dilution upon conversion of RSUs to common stock; increased alignment of director's interests with long-term shareholder value.
• Director (Neil S. Novich): Receives equity compensation, increasing his stake and potential future wealth tied to company performance.

Next Steps

• Vesting of Restricted Stock Units based on specific conditions (earlier of next annual meeting or one year from grant for certain awards, or immediately upon grant for others).
• Delivery of shares for certain RSUs upon a change in control, the director's death or permanent and total disability, or one day after the director ceases to be a director.
• Conversion of Deferred Director Fees into shares upon Neil S. Novich's retirement from the Board of Directors.
• Adherence to holding period requirements for underlying shares after ceasing as a director (six months for pre-May 2014 awards, one day for May 2014 and later awards).

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