Form 4: MKS Instruments Director Elizabeth Mora Sells Shares Under 10b5-1 Trading Plan

Sentiment:

SEC Form 4 Filing


Director Elizabeth Mora sold 275 shares of MKS Instruments (MKSI) at $115.97 per share on September 3, 2024, under a pre-arranged 10b5-1 trading plan.

Summary

  • On September 3, 2024, Elizabeth Mora, a director of MKS Instruments Inc. (MKSI), sold 275 shares of common stock.
  • The sale was executed at a price of $115.97 per share.
  • The transaction was conducted under a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan adopted on February 15, 2024.
  • Following the transaction, Mora directly owns 17,934.055 shares of MKS Instruments.

Sentiment

Score: 5

Explanation: The document is a standard SEC Form 4 filing, indicating a routine transaction. The use of a 10b5-1 plan suggests the sale was pre-planned and does not necessarily reflect a negative outlook on the company.

Industry Context

Sales by company directors are a normal part of corporate governance. The use of a 10b5-1 trading plan indicates that the sales were pre-planned and not based on any inside information.

Stakeholder Impact

  • The sale of shares by a director could have a minor impact on shareholder sentiment, but the existence of a 10b5-1 trading plan mitigates concerns about insider trading.

Key Dates

DateDescription
February 15, 2024Date the reporting person adopted the Rule 10b5-1 trading plan
September 03, 2024Date of the transaction (sale of shares)
September 04, 2024Date of signature for the Form 4 filing

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