Form 4: Republic Services EVP Catharine Ellingsen Reports Stock Transactions

Sentiment:

SEC Form 4 Filing


Catharine Ellingsen, EVP/Chief Legal Officer/Secretary of Republic Services, reports the vesting of restricted stock units and related tax liability transactions.

Summary

  • On February 17, 2025, Catharine Ellingsen, EVP/Chief Legal Officer/Secretary of Republic Services, had 1,553 Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) vest, which were then paid out in the form of Republic Services, Inc.'s common stock.
  • These RSUs were granted on February 17, 2023, and vest 25% on each of the first four anniversaries of the grant date.
  • Ellingsen also disposed of 658 shares of common stock to satisfy the tax liability associated with the vesting of the RSUs.
  • The fair market value of the exchanged shares was $231.37 on February 14, 2025.
  • Following these transactions, Ellingsen beneficially owns 41,737 shares of Republic Services common stock and 3,109 Restricted Stock Units.

Sentiment

Score: 5

Explanation: This is a routine disclosure of stock transactions by an executive, with no indication of unusual or concerning activity. Therefore, the sentiment is neutral.

Industry Context

Form 4 filings are routine disclosures required by the SEC to provide transparency into the transactions of company insiders, allowing investors to track executive compensation and ownership changes.

Stakeholder Impact

  • The transactions have a minor impact on shareholders as they reflect standard executive compensation practices.

Key Dates

DateDescription
02/17/2023Date of grant for the Restricted Stock Units (RSUs)
02/14/2025Closing price of Republic Services, Inc.'s common stock was $231.37
02/17/2025Date of RSU vesting and stock transactions
02/18/2025Date of Form 4 signature

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