Form 4: Quest Diagnostics Director Timothy M. Ring Reports Changes in Beneficial Ownership

Sentiment:

SEC Form 4 Filing


Director Timothy M. Ring reports acquisition of phantom stock units and updates to direct ownership of Quest Diagnostics shares due to dividend reinvestment.

Summary

  • On July 1, 2024, Timothy M. Ring, a director of Quest Diagnostics, reported changes in beneficial ownership.
  • Ring acquired 308 phantom stock units resulting from elective deferrals of director's cash compensation.
  • These phantom stock units become payable in cash upon termination of service as a director.
  • Ring also reported owning 15,367.449 shares of common stock, which includes shares acquired via dividend reinvestment since the last Form 4 filing.

Sentiment

Score: 5

Explanation: The document is a routine regulatory filing, indicating neutral sentiment. It reflects standard compensation practices and changes in stock ownership.

Industry Context

This filing is a routine disclosure related to director compensation and stock ownership, common in publicly traded companies. It provides transparency regarding the alignment of director interests with shareholder value.

Stakeholder Impact

  • The filing provides transparency to shareholders regarding director compensation and stock ownership.
  • It assures stakeholders that directors have a vested interest in the company's performance.

Key Dates

DateDescription
07/01/2024Date of transaction: acquisition of phantom stock units and dividend reinvestment.
07/02/2024Date of signature on the Form 4 filing.

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