Form 4: Synopsys GC Janet Lee Reports RSU Vesting & Tax Withholding
Insider Transaction Report
Synopsys General Counsel Janet Lee reported the vesting of restricted stock units and subsequent tax-related share dispositions on December 31, 2025.
Summary
- Janet Lee, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary of Synopsys Inc. (SNPS), reported transactions on December 31, 2025.
- The transactions involved the vesting of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) and the subsequent disposition of shares to cover tax withholding obligations.
- A total of 5,385 shares of Common Stock were acquired through RSU vesting at an exercise price of $0.0.
- A total of 2,344 shares of Common Stock were disposed of at a price of $469.72 per share to satisfy tax withholding obligations.
- Following these transactions, Janet Lee directly beneficially owns 12,459 shares of Common Stock.
- All previously held Restricted Stock Units (derivative securities) have now vested, resulting in 0 derivative securities beneficially owned.
Sentiment
Score: 5
Explanation: The filing reports routine executive compensation events (RSU vesting and tax-related share dispositions) and does not contain information that would significantly alter the company's financial outlook or operational performance.
Positives
- The vesting of 5,385 Restricted Stock Units indicates the realization of executive compensation for Janet Lee.
- The transactions are routine and part of a pre-arranged compensation plan, as indicated by the Rule 10b5-1(c) election.
Negatives
- A significant portion of the vested shares (2,344 shares) were disposed of to cover tax liabilities, reducing the net shares added to direct ownership.
Future Outlook
NA
Industry Context
NA
Related Party Transactions
- Standard executive compensation transactions (RSU vesting and tax withholding) between the reporting person and the issuer.
Stakeholder Impact
- Shareholders: Minimal impact, as these are routine compensation events for an executive.
- Employees: No direct impact on general employees.
Key Dates
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 12/31/2025 | Date of earliest transaction (RSU vesting and share disposition) |
| 01/05/2026 | Date the Form 4 was signed by the Power of Attorney |
Keywords
Synopsys, SNPS, Form 4, Insider Transaction, Restricted Stock Units, RSU Vesting, Executive Compensation, Stock Ownership, Tax Withholding
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