Form 4: Saul Centers Director Acquires Phantom Stock
Insider Transaction Report
Saul Centers director George Patrick Clancy Jr. reported the acquisition of 634.316 phantom stock units and updated his beneficial ownership of common stock and stock options.
Summary
- Director George Patrick Clancy Jr. reported beneficial ownership of 16,915 shares of Saul Centers, Inc. common stock.
- Acquired 634.316 phantom stock units on January 2, 2026, at a price of $31.53 per unit, pursuant to a Rule 10b5-1 plan.
- Total phantom stock beneficially owned after this transaction is 7,379.856 units.
- The phantom stock includes 135.486 shares awarded on October 31, 2025, from dividend reinvestments.
- The acquisition is under the Issuer's Deferred Compensation Plan for Directors, as amended effective May 17, 2024, under its 2024 Stock Incentive Plan.
- Holds various Director Stock Options, totaling 20,000 shares, with exercise prices ranging from $33.79 to $59.41 and expiration dates between May 6, 2026, and May 12, 2033.
Sentiment
Score: 6
Explanation: The filing reports a director's acquisition of phantom stock units as part of a compensation plan, indicating continued equity alignment and participation in the company's long-term incentives. This is a routine disclosure for insider transactions.
Positives
- Director Clancy Jr. continues to hold a significant stake in the company, including 16,915 common shares and 20,000 shares underlying stock options, indicating alignment with shareholder interests.
- The acquisition of phantom stock units suggests ongoing participation in the company's long-term incentive plans.
- The company's Deferred Compensation Plan for Directors, updated in May 2024, provides a structured mechanism for director compensation and equity alignment.
Future Outlook
NA
Industry Context
NA
Corporate Governance
| Change Type | Description | Effective Date | Impact Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plan Amendment | The Issuer's Deferred Compensation Plan for Directors was amended and restated, effective May 17, 2024, under its 2024 Stock Incentive Plan. | 05/17/2024 | This amendment governs the issuance and conversion terms for new phantom shares, standardizing director equity compensation. |
Related Party Transactions
- Acquisition of 634.316 phantom stock units by Director George Patrick Clancy Jr. on January 2, 2026, at $31.53 per unit, under the Issuer's Deferred Compensation Plan for Directors.
Stakeholder Impact
- Shareholders: Increased alignment of director's interests with shareholders through equity participation.
Next Steps
- Conversion of phantom shares into common stock will be governed by the Deferred Compensation Plan and the reporting person's Deferred Fee Agreement.
Key Dates
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 05/06/2016 | Date exercisable for Director Stock Option with exercise price $57.74 |
| 05/05/2017 | Date exercisable for Director Stock Option with exercise price $59.41 |
| 05/11/2018 | Date exercisable for Director Stock Option with exercise price $49.46 |
| 05/03/2019 | Date exercisable for Director Stock Option with exercise price $55.71 |
| 04/24/2020 | Date exercisable for Director Stock Option with exercise price $50 |
| 05/07/2021 | Date exercisable for Director Stock Option with exercise price $43.89 |
| 05/13/2022 | Date exercisable for Director Stock Option with exercise price $47.9 |
| 05/09/2023 | Date exercisable for Director Stock Option with exercise price $33.79 |
| 05/17/2024 | Effective date of the amended and restated Deferred Compensation Plan for Directors |
| 10/31/2025 | Date 135.486 phantom shares were awarded as dividend reinvestments |
| 01/02/2026 | Date of acquisition of new phantom stock units |
| 05/06/2026 | Expiration date for Director Stock Option with exercise price $57.74 |
| 05/05/2027 | Expiration date for Director Stock Option with exercise price $59.41 |
| 05/11/2028 | Expiration date for Director Stock Option with exercise price $49.46 |
| 05/03/2029 | Expiration date for Director Stock Option with exercise price $55.71 |
| 04/24/2030 | Expiration date for Director Stock Option with exercise price $50 |
| 05/07/2031 | Expiration date for Director Stock Option with exercise price $43.89 |
| 05/13/2032 | Expiration date for Director Stock Option with exercise price $47.9 |
| 05/12/2033 | Expiration date for Director Stock Option with exercise price $33.79 |
Recommendation
holdThis Form 4 reports a routine acquisition of phantom stock by a director as part of a compensation plan. While it indicates continued alignment of interests, it does not present new information that would fundamentally alter the investment thesis for Saul Centers, Inc. Therefore, a 'hold' recommendation is appropriate as this filing alone does not warrant a change in investment strategy.
Keywords
Saul Centers, BFS, Form 4, Insider Trading, Director Stock, Phantom Stock, Stock Options, Deferred Compensation Plan, Equity Compensation
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