Form 4: Jack in the Box Officer Plans Tax-Related Stock Sale

Jack in the Box EVP Ryan Lee Ostrom plans to sell 581 shares of common stock on December 30, 2025, to cover tax withholding obligations.

Summary

• Ryan Lee Ostrom, EVP, Chief Cust&Digtl Officer of Jack in the Box Inc. (JACK), reported a planned transaction.
• On December 30, 2025, Ostrom is scheduled to dispose of 581 shares of common stock.
• The shares are to be sold at a price of $19.46 per share.
• This disposition is made pursuant to a Rule 10b5-1 plan, intended to satisfy tax withholding obligations upon the vesting of restricted stock units, consistent with the company's automatic sell-to-cover policy.
• Following this planned transaction, Ostrom will beneficially own 79,475 shares of common stock directly.

Sentiment

Score: 5

Explanation: Neutral. This is a routine, non-discretionary transaction for tax purposes related to equity compensation, not indicative of positive or negative sentiment towards the company's prospects.

Future Outlook

This filing does not contain any forward-looking statements or guidance regarding the company's future performance or strategic direction, beyond the planned insider transaction.

Industry Context

This is a routine insider transaction for tax purposes, executed under a Rule 10b5-1 plan, and does not reflect broader industry trends or competitive positioning. It is a standard part of executive compensation practices across various industries.

Comparison to Industry Standards

• This type of transaction, a 'sell-to-cover' for tax withholding upon RSU vesting, is a common and standard practice for executives in publicly traded companies across all sectors, including the quick-service restaurant industry where Jack in the Box operates.
• The use of a Rule 10b5-1 plan for such transactions is also a standard corporate governance practice, providing an affirmative defense against insider trading allegations by pre-arranging sales.

Stakeholder Impact

• Minor impact on shareholders due to a small, pre-planned reduction in insider ownership. This is a routine tax-related sale and not a discretionary sale indicating a lack of confidence in the company's future.

Key Dates

Keywords

Jack in the Box, JACK, Ryan Lee Ostrom, Insider Transaction, Form 4, Stock Sale, Restricted Stock Units, Tax Withholding, Officer Transaction, Rule 10b5-1 Plan