Form 4: Tidewater Inc. Executive Samuel Rubio Reports Stock Transactions

Sentiment:

SEC Form 4 Filing


EVP, CFO & CAO of Tidewater Inc., Samuel Rubio, reports acquisition and disposal of company stock related to vesting of performance restricted stock units and a new grant of restricted stock units.

Better than expectedThe PRSUs vested at 200% of the target amount, indicating that the company's performance exceeded expectations.

Summary

  • Samuel Rubio, EVP, CFO & CAO of Tidewater Inc., reported transactions involving the company's common stock on March 18, 2025.
  • These transactions include the acquisition of 22,558 shares upon the vesting and settlement of Performance Restricted Stock Units (PRSUs) at a price of $41.33.
  • 8,877 shares were withheld for payment of taxes related to the vesting of these PRSUs at a price of $41.33.
  • Additionally, Rubio acquired 12,098 restricted stock units at a price of $41.33, which vest pro-rata per year on each of March 22, 2026, 2027, and 2028.
  • Following these transactions, Rubio beneficially owns 85,729 shares of Tidewater Inc. common stock.

Sentiment

Score: 7

Explanation: The sentiment is moderately positive due to the vesting of PRSUs at the maximum level, indicating strong performance. However, the tax withholding is a minor negative.

Positives

  • The vesting of PRSUs at 200% indicates strong performance relative to its peer group.
  • Rubio's continued holding of a significant number of shares (85,729) demonstrates confidence in the company.

Negatives

  • The withholding of 8,877 shares for tax obligations reduces the net gain from the PRSU vesting.

Future Outlook

The document outlines the vesting schedule for the newly granted restricted stock units, which vest pro-rata per year on each of March 22, 2026, 2027, and 2028.

Industry Context

This filing is a routine disclosure of insider transactions, which are common in publicly traded companies. It provides transparency into the actions of company executives regarding their holdings of company stock.

Stakeholder Impact

  • Shareholders may view the vesting of PRSUs at the maximum level as a positive sign of company performance.
  • Employees may be motivated by the company's strong performance and the resulting executive compensation.

Key Dates

DateDescription
January 1, 2022Start date of the three-year period for measuring relative TSR performance for PRSUs.
March 10, 2022Date PRSUs were awarded.
December 31, 2024End date of the three-year period for measuring relative TSR performance for PRSUs.
March 18, 2025Date of stock transactions and certification of relative TSR performance.
March 20, 2025Date of signature on the Form 4 filing.
March 22, 2026First vesting date for the restricted stock units.
March 22, 2027Second vesting date for the restricted stock units.
March 22, 2028Third vesting date for the restricted stock units.

Keywords

Tidewater Inc., Samuel Rubio, Form 4, Stock Options, Restricted Stock Units, Beneficial Ownership, Insider Trading

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