Form 4: Standard Motor Products CIO Receives Stock Grant

Standard Motor Products' CIO & VP IT, Nicholas Ray, was granted 3,268 shares of common stock under the company's 2025 Omnibus Incentive Plan.

Summary

• Nicholas Ray, CIO & VP IT of Standard Motor Products, Inc. (SMP), acquired 3,268 shares of the company's common stock.
• The transaction occurred on October 29, 2025.
• The shares were granted as restricted stock under the Company's 2025 Omnibus Incentive Plan at a price of $0.
• Following this transaction, Nicholas Ray directly beneficially owns 49,653 shares of common stock.
• Additionally, Nicholas Ray indirectly beneficially owns 9,192 ESOP shares, though allocations and/or dispositions may have occurred since the last ownership report.

Sentiment

Score: 7

Explanation: The grant of restricted stock to a key executive is generally viewed positively as it aligns management's interests with long-term shareholder value, indicating confidence in the company's future. This is a routine compensation event.

Positives

• The grant of 3,268 shares of common stock to a key executive, Nicholas Ray, aligns management interests with long-term shareholder value.
• The grant is part of the Company's 2025 Omnibus Incentive Plan, indicating a structured approach to executive compensation and retention.

Future Outlook

No specific forward-looking statements or guidance are provided in this Form 4 filing, which primarily reports an insider transaction.

Management Comments

• Grant of restricted stock under the Company's 2025 Omnibus Incentive Plan.
• ESOP shares beneficially owned. Allocations and/or dispositions may have occurred since the date of the reporting person's last ownership report.

Industry Context

This insider transaction is a company-specific event related to executive compensation and does not directly reflect broader industry trends or competitive dynamics. It is a routine disclosure for publicly traded companies regarding executive stock ownership.

Corporate Governance

Related Party Transactions

• Acquisition of 3,268 shares of common stock by Nicholas Ray, CIO & VP IT, from Standard Motor Products, Inc. as a restricted stock grant under the 2025 Omnibus Incentive Plan.

Stakeholder Impact

• Shareholders: The grant of restricted stock to a key executive aligns management's long-term interests with shareholder value, potentially fostering sustained performance and confidence in leadership.

Key Dates

Keywords

Standard Motor Products, SMP, Form 4, Insider Transaction, Stock Grant, Restricted Stock, Executive Compensation, Nicholas Ray, CIO, Omnibus Incentive Plan