Form 4: Stepan Director Reports Gift of Shares

F. Quinn Stepan Jr., a director at Stepan Co., reported the acquisition of 95.858 shares of common stock via a gift, alongside various direct and indirect beneficial ownerships.

Summary

• F. Quinn Stepan Jr., a director of Stepan Co. (SCL), reported changes in beneficial ownership.
• On December 23, 2025, 95.858 shares of common stock were acquired via a gift (Transaction Code 'G') at a price of $0.
• Following this transaction, direct beneficial ownership stands at 126,219.262 shares of common stock.
• An additional 159,423 shares are held in joint tenancy with a spouse.
• Indirect beneficial ownership includes shares held by Esop II Trust (0.002 shares), Family LLC (160,000 shares), Family Trust III (2,448 shares), Family Trust IV (87,500 shares), Father (100 shares), Spouse (1,017 shares), Father's ESOP (67.214 shares), Family Trust V (19,052 shares), and Family Trust VI (600 shares).
• Beneficial ownership is disclaimed for shares held by Family LLC, Family Trust, and Family Trust IV, except to the extent of any pecuniary interest.
• Shares held by Father's ESOP, Mother's Estate, and Family Trust VI are held by estates where the reporting person serves as executor.

Sentiment

Score: 5

Explanation: A neutral score as this is a routine insider transaction report (Form 4) detailing a gift of shares and changes in beneficial ownership, which typically does not carry strong positive or negative sentiment on its own.

Positives

• The director acquired additional shares, albeit via a gift, which can be seen as a positive sign of continued alignment with shareholder interests.

Future Outlook

This Form 4 filing does not contain any forward-looking statements or guidance regarding the company's future outlook.

Industry Context

This filing is a routine insider transaction report and does not provide specific insights into broader industry trends or competitive landscape for Stepan Co.

Related Party Transactions

• Indirect beneficial ownership is held through various family entities including Family LLC, Family Trust, Family Trust III, Family Trust IV, Family Trust V, Family Trust VI, Father, Spouse, Father's ESOP, and Mother's Estate.
• Beneficial ownership is disclaimed for shares held by Family LLC, Family Trust, and Family Trust IV, except to the extent of any pecuniary interest.
• Shares held by Father's ESOP, Mother's Estate, and Family Trust VI are held by estates where the reporting person serves as executor.

Stakeholder Impact

• Shareholders: The director's increased beneficial ownership, even through a gift, may signal continued confidence in the company, potentially aligning interests further.

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Keywords

Stepan Co, SCL, Form 4, Beneficial Ownership, Insider Transaction, Director, Common Stock, Gift, Equity