Form 4: Microsoft Director Charles Scharf Receives Fully Vested Stock Award

Microsoft Corporation Director Charles W. Scharf was granted 132 shares of common stock as a fully vested award, increasing his direct beneficial ownership.

Summary

• On June 10, 2025, Charles W. Scharf, a Director of Microsoft Corporation (MSFT), acquired 132 shares of common stock.
• This acquisition was a stock award that was fully vested on the date of grant, with a reported price of $0 per share.
• Following this transaction, Mr. Scharf directly beneficially owns 44,492 shares of Microsoft Common Stock.
• Additionally, Mr. Scharf indirectly beneficially owns 525 shares of Microsoft Common Stock through a trust, bringing his total beneficial ownership to 45,017 shares.
• A Power of Attorney, effective September 16, 2024, was filed, authorizing Julia Stark, Benjamin O. Orndorff, Michael Pressman, Keith R. Dolliver, and Christyne Mayberry to execute and file Form 4 and Form 5 on behalf of Charles W. Scharf.

Sentiment

Score: 7

Explanation: The document reports a routine stock award to a director, which is a positive event for the individual and reflects standard corporate compensation practices, indicating stability rather than significant new developments.

Positives

• Charles W. Scharf, a Director, received a stock award of 132 shares, indicating ongoing compensation and alignment with shareholder interests.
• The stock award was fully vested on the date of grant, meaning the shares are immediately owned by Mr. Scharf without any future vesting conditions.

Future Outlook

The document does not contain any forward-looking statements or guidance regarding the company's future performance or strategic direction.

Management Comments

• The Form 4 was signed by Julia Stark, Attorney-in-Fact for Charles W. Scharf, indicating the delegation of filing authority.

Industry Context

This Form 4 filing details a routine insider transaction, specifically a stock award to a director, which is a common form of executive and director compensation across various industries, including the technology sector where Microsoft operates. It does not provide insights into broader industry trends or competitive dynamics.

Corporate Governance

Stakeholder Impact

• Shareholders: The issuance of 132 shares is a negligible dilution to existing shareholders given Microsoft's large outstanding share count, and it aligns director interests with shareholder value through equity compensation.
• Director (Charles W. Scharf): Directly benefits from the stock award, increasing his equity stake in the company.

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Keywords

Microsoft, MSFT, Charles Scharf, Director, Stock Award, Form 4, Insider Transaction, Beneficial Ownership, Corporate Governance