Form 4: Mural Oncology CFO Sells Shares in Acquisition
Insider Transaction Report
Mural Oncology plc's CFO, Adam D. Cutler, disposed of ordinary shares and restricted stock units as part of the company's acquisition by XRA 5 Corp. for $2.035 per share.
Summary
- Adam D. Cutler, Chief Financial Officer of Mural Oncology plc, reported changes in beneficial ownership on December 5, 2025.
- The changes resulted from XRA 5 Corp. acquiring all issued and to be issued share capital of Mural Oncology plc for a cash purchase price of $2.035 per share (Scheme Consideration).
- Mr. Cutler disposed of 99,290 ordinary shares.
- 77,429 unvested restricted stock units (RSUs) were cancelled and converted into the right to receive the Scheme Consideration.
- Stock options to purchase 146,452 ordinary shares (exercise price $3.61) and 65,000 ordinary shares (exercise price $3.43) were cancelled without consideration, as their exercise prices were equal to or greater than the Scheme Consideration.
Sentiment
Score: 6
Explanation: The acquisition provides a cash exit for shareholders, which is generally positive. However, the cancellation of out-of-the-money stock options without consideration is a negative for option holders, including the reporting person.
Positives
- Shareholders of Mural Oncology plc received a cash payment of $2.035 per share for their ordinary shares and RSUs.
- The acquisition provides a clear cash exit for investors.
Negatives
- Stock options with exercise prices equal to or greater than the $2.035 Scheme Consideration were cancelled without any payment, impacting 211,452 options held by the CFO.
Risks
- The cancellation of out-of-the-money stock options without consideration represents a financial loss for option holders, including the reporting person.
Future Outlook
NA
Industry Context
NA
Stakeholder Impact
- Shareholders: Received $2.035 per share in cash for their ordinary shares and RSUs.
- Option Holders (including CFO): Those with options having an exercise price equal to or greater than $2.035 had their options cancelled without consideration.
Key Dates
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 2025-03-02 | Expiration date for 65,000 stock options (cancelled on 2025-12-05). |
| 2025-08-20 | Date of the Transaction Agreement between Issuer, XRA 5 Corp., and Sub. |
| 2025-12-05 | Effective Time of the Acquisition and Transaction Date for beneficial ownership changes. |
| 2033-12-13 | Expiration date for 146,452 stock options (cancelled on 2025-12-05). |
Keywords
Mural Oncology, MURA, XRA 5 Corp, Acquisition, Merger, SEC Form 4, Insider Transaction, Adam D. Cutler, Chief Financial Officer, Share Disposition, Restricted Stock Units, Stock Options, Scheme Consideration
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