Form 4: Hydrofarm Holdings CAO Sells Shares for Tax Obligation

Hydrofarm Holdings Group's CAO and Corporate Controller, Erica Ackerman, disposed of 687 shares of common stock on January 6, 2026, to cover tax obligations related to RSU vesting.

Summary

• Erica Ackerman, the Chief Accounting Officer (CAO) and Corporate Controller of HYDROFARM HOLDINGS GROUP, INC. (HYFM), reported a transaction on January 6, 2026.
• The transaction involved the disposition of 687 shares of common stock, with a par value of $0.0001 per share.
• The shares were disposed of at a price of $1.51 per share.
• This disposition was made to satisfy tax withholding obligations associated with the vesting of 1,666 stock-settled restricted stock units (RSUs).
• Following this transaction, Erica Ackerman beneficially owns 7,540 shares of common stock directly.
• The transaction was made pursuant to a contract, instruction, or written plan for the purchase or sale of equity securities of the issuer that is intended to satisfy the affirmative defense conditions of Rule 10b5-1(c).

Sentiment

Score: 5

Explanation: The transaction is a routine disposition of shares to cover tax obligations upon RSU vesting, which is a common and non-discretionary event for executives. It does not reflect a positive or negative sentiment towards the company's future prospects.

Future Outlook

This filing does not contain any forward-looking statements or guidance.

Industry Context

This is a routine insider transaction related to compensation and tax obligations, and it does not provide specific insights into broader industry trends or competitive landscape.

Stakeholder Impact

• Shareholders: Minimal impact as this is a routine, non-discretionary sale for tax purposes and does not signal a change in management's confidence or company fundamentals.

Key Dates

Keywords

Hydrofarm Holdings Group, HYFM, Erica Ackerman, CAO, Corporate Controller, Insider Transaction, Form 4, Stock Sale, Tax Withholding, Restricted Stock Units, RSU Vesting, Common Stock