Form 4: KLA Executive's RSU Vesting & Tax Withholding
Insider Transaction Report
KLA Corp. President Ahmad A. Khan reported routine share dispositions related to restricted stock unit vesting and tax withholdings.
Summary
- Ahmad A. Khan, President, Semiconductor Products & Customers at KLA Corp. (KLAC), reported changes in beneficial ownership.
- On August 3, 2025, 722.381 shares of KLA common stock were disposed of at a price of $886.64 per share. This disposition was due to shares being automatically withheld at vesting to cover required tax withholding for Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) granted on August 3, 2023, of which 25% vested.
- On August 4, 2025, 775.927 shares of KLA common stock were disposed of at a price of $886.64 per share. This disposition was also due to shares being automatically withheld at vesting to cover required tax withholding for RSUs granted on August 4, 2022, of which 25% vested.
- Following these transactions, Ahmad A. Khan beneficially owns 27,541.981 shares of KLA common stock, which includes 13,928.912 shares issuable upon vesting of RSUs.
Sentiment
Score: 5
Explanation: The filing reports routine insider transactions related to RSU vesting and tax withholdings, which are expected and do not indicate a significant positive or negative sentiment regarding the company's performance or outlook.
Future Outlook
The filing does not provide any forward-looking statements or guidance.
Industry Context
This filing is a routine insider transaction report common across all industries, reflecting executive compensation practices involving equity awards. It does not provide specific insights into broader semiconductor industry trends or KLA's competitive position.
Stakeholder Impact
- Minimal direct impact on shareholders as these are routine, non-discretionary transactions related to executive compensation, not indicative of a change in company strategy or financial health.
Key Dates
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 08/04/2022 | Date of RSU grant for 6,260 shares of KLA common stock. |
| 08/03/2023 | Date of RSU grant for 5,828 shares of KLA common stock. |
| 08/01/2025 | Closing price date used for calculating shares withheld for tax purposes. |
| 08/03/2025 | Transaction date: 25% of RSUs granted on 08/03/2023 vested, leading to tax withholding. |
| 08/04/2025 | Transaction date: 25% of RSUs granted on 08/04/2022 vested, leading to tax withholding. |
| 08/05/2025 | Filing date of the Form 4. |
Keywords
KLA Corp, KLAC, Ahmad A. Khan, Form 4, Insider Transaction, RSU, Restricted Stock Units, Stock Vesting, Tax Withholding, Executive Compensation, Semiconductor
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