Form 4: Old Dominion Freight Line Director Settles Phantom Stock Awards

Sentiment:

SEC Form 4 Filing


Director Greg C. Gantt reports the settlement of phantom stock awards into Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. common stock on April 1, 2025.

Summary

  • Greg C. Gantt, a director of Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc., reported the settlement of phantom stock awards.
  • The settlements occurred on April 1, 2025, and resulted in the acquisition of various amounts of common stock.
  • Gantt acquired a total of 5,058 shares of common stock through the settlement of phantom stock.
  • He also disposed of 2,113 shares to cover tax obligations at a price of $165.45.
  • Following these transactions, Gantt directly owns 110,256 shares of common stock and indirectly owns 268 shares through a spouse's 401(k) plan.
  • The phantom stock awards were adjusted to reflect previous stock splits.

Sentiment

Score: 5

Explanation: The document is a routine regulatory filing, and the transactions described are part of standard executive compensation practices. Therefore, the sentiment is neutral.

Positives

  • The director's increased holdings demonstrate confidence in the company.
  • The settlement of phantom stock awards aligns executive compensation with shareholder value.

Industry Context

Form 4 filings are a routine part of corporate governance, providing transparency into the transactions of company insiders. This filing indicates the settlement of deferred compensation in the form of phantom stock, a common practice in executive compensation.

Stakeholder Impact

  • The settlement of phantom stock awards could have a minor dilutive effect on existing shareholders.

Key Dates

DateDescription
08/24/2010Date of a three-for-two stock split that affected certain phantom stock grants.
09/10/2012Date of a three-for-two stock split that affected certain phantom stock grants.
03/25/2020Date of a three-for-two stock split that affected certain phantom stock grants.
03/28/2024Date of a two-for-one stock split that affected certain phantom stock grants.
04/01/2025Date of the transaction: settlement of phantom stock awards into common stock.
04/02/2025Date of the Form 4 filing.

Keywords

Form 4, ODFL, Old Dominion Freight Line, Greg C. Gantt, Phantom Stock, Stock Settlement, Director, Beneficial Ownership

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