Form 4: Qualys CFO Sells Shares Under 10b5-1 Plan
Insider Transaction Report
Qualys CFO Joo Mi Kim sold 7,694 shares of common stock on November 21, 2025, through a pre-arranged 10b5-1 trading plan.
Summary
- Joo Mi Kim, Chief Financial Officer of Qualys, Inc. (QLYS), reported the sale of common stock.
- The transactions occurred on November 21, 2025.
- A total of 7,694 shares of common stock were disposed of across multiple transactions.
- The sales were executed pursuant to a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan adopted by the Reporting Person on August 12, 2025.
- The shares were sold at weighted average prices ranging from $137.5727 to $144.1955 per share.
- Following these transactions, Joo Mi Kim beneficially owns 115,580 shares of Qualys, Inc. common stock.
Sentiment
Score: 5
Explanation: This Form 4 reports a routine, pre-scheduled insider stock sale under a 10b5-1 plan, which is generally not indicative of new positive or negative company developments. The transaction is a standard disclosure of executive share management.
Future Outlook
NA
Industry Context
NA
Corporate Governance
| Change Type | Description | Effective Date | Impact Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Disclosure of Trading Plan | The sale was effected pursuant to a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan adopted by the Reporting Person on August 12, 2025. | 08/12/2025 | Rule 10b5-1 plans are a standard corporate governance tool allowing insiders to sell shares without being accused of trading on material non-public information, enhancing transparency and reducing potential for insider trading concerns. |
Stakeholder Impact
- Shareholders: May observe a slight negative sentiment due to insider selling, though this is typically mitigated by the pre-arranged nature of a 10b5-1 plan, indicating a planned divestment rather than a reaction to new material non-public information.
Key Dates
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 08/12/2025 | Rule 10b5-1 trading plan adopted by Joo Mi Kim. |
| 11/21/2025 | Transaction date for the sale of common stock by Joo Mi Kim. |
| 11/24/2025 | Date the Form 4 was signed and filed. |
Keywords
Qualys, QLYS, insider trading, Form 4, stock sale, CFO, 10b5-1 plan, executive compensation, equity
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