Form 4: Matson SVP Gao Qiang Reports Tax-Related Stock Disposal

Matson, Inc. Senior Vice President Qiang Gao reported the disposal of 215 shares of common stock to cover tax withholding obligations related to restricted stock unit vesting.

Summary

• Qiang Gao, Senior Vice President of Matson, Inc. (MATX), reported a transaction involving the company's common stock.
• The transaction occurred on January 22, 2026, and involved the disposal of 215 shares.
• The shares were disposed of at a price of $160.3 per share.
• This disposal was not a discretionary sale but represents common stock withheld by Matson, Inc. to cover tax withholding obligations arising from the vesting of a previous grant of restricted stock units.
• Following this transaction, Qiang Gao beneficially owns 13,718 shares of Matson, Inc. common stock directly.

Sentiment

Score: 5

Explanation: The filing reports a routine, non-discretionary transaction related to tax withholding on restricted stock unit vesting. This type of transaction is neutral and does not reflect management's sentiment on the company's future performance or financial health.

Industry Context

This Form 4 reports a routine insider transaction (tax withholding for RSU vesting) which is a common occurrence across all industries for executives receiving equity compensation. It does not provide specific insights into Matson's operational performance or industry trends.

Stakeholder Impact

• Minimal impact on shareholders as this is a routine, non-discretionary transaction for tax purposes related to executive compensation.
• No direct impact on employees, customers, suppliers, or creditors.

Key Dates

Keywords

Matson, MATX, Form 4, Insider Transaction, Stock Disposal, Tax Withholding, Restricted Stock Units, Gao Qiang