Form 4: Kennametal VP Bacchus Reports Stock Transactions

Kennametal Vice President Judith L. Bacchus reported the acquisition and disposition of common stock and the vesting of restricted stock units on December 16, 2025.

Summary

• Judith L. Bacchus, Vice President of Kennametal Inc., engaged in multiple transactions involving the company's common stock and restricted stock units.
• On December 16, 2025, Bacchus acquired 5,619 shares of common stock at a price of $28.87 per share, likely through the exercise or conversion of a derivative security.
• Concurrently, 4,164 shares of common stock were disposed of at $28.87 per share, typically to cover tax liabilities or exercise costs.
• Two tranches of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) vested on December 16, 2025, totaling 5,619 units (2,719 and 2,900 units respectively), which converted into common stock on a 1-for-1 basis.
• Following these transactions, Bacchus directly holds 49,046.38 shares of common stock and indirectly holds 2,157.38 shares in the Kennametal Inc. 401(k) Plan.
• After the vesting, 2,900 derivative Restricted Stock Units remain beneficially owned.

Sentiment

Score: 6

Explanation: Neutral to slightly positive. The vesting of RSUs is a positive for the executive, but the disposition for tax purposes is a standard event. It reflects compensation realization rather than a strategic investment decision.

Positives

• Vesting of 5,619 Restricted Stock Units indicates long-term incentive compensation becoming realized.
• The acquisition of 5,619 shares of common stock increases direct ownership, demonstrating continued alignment with shareholder interests.

Negatives

• Disposition of 4,164 shares, likely for tax withholding, reduces the net increase in direct share ownership from the RSU vesting.

Future Outlook

No specific future outlook or guidance is provided in this insider transaction report.

Industry Context

This report details individual insider transactions and does not provide broader industry context or trends.

Stakeholder Impact

• Shareholders: Minor impact, as it reflects routine executive compensation and tax-related share disposition, not a significant change in company strategy or financial health.
• Employees: No direct impact.

Key Dates

Keywords

Kennametal, KMT, Form 4, Insider Trading, Stock Transaction, Restricted Stock Units, RSU Vesting, Executive Compensation, Judith L. Bacchus, Common Stock