Form 4: Union Bankshares Officer Reports Share Transactions
Insider Transaction Report
Vincent W. Schoenig, an officer of Union Bankshares Inc., reported multiple acquisitions of common stock through a dividend reinvestment plan and a subsequent disposition.
Summary
- Vincent W. Schoenig, an officer of Union Bank, reported changes in beneficial ownership of UNION BANKSHARES INC common stock.
- Acquired 24.8831 shares on May 1, 2025, at $33.11 per share through the Company's Dividend Reinvestment Plan.
- Acquired 30.5003 shares on August 7, 2025, at $27.30 per share through the Company's Dividend Reinvestment Plan.
- Acquired 36.0185 shares on November 6, 2025, at $23.42 per share through the Company's Dividend Reinvestment Plan.
- Disposed of 727.41 shares on December 16, 2025, at $23.13 per share.
- Following these transactions, beneficial ownership stands at 4,635.9591 shares.
Sentiment
Score: 4
Explanation: While DRIP participation is positive, the significant disposition at a lower price, resulting in a net decrease in beneficial ownership, suggests a moderately negative signal regarding the stock's short-term performance or the officer's view on its immediate prospects, even if the disposition is for tax purposes.
Positives
- Continued participation in the Dividend Reinvestment Plan indicates a long-term commitment to the company and its dividend policy.
- The officer's beneficial ownership increased through DRIP acquisitions before the disposition.
Negatives
- A significant disposition of 727.41 shares occurred on December 16, 2025, reducing the officer's overall beneficial ownership.
- The disposition price of $23.13 is lower than the acquisition prices of $33.11 and $27.30 for earlier DRIP shares, suggesting a decline in share price over the period.
Future Outlook
NA
Industry Context
This filing details specific insider transactions and does not provide broader industry context or trends.
Stakeholder Impact
- Shareholders: Insider selling, even if for tax purposes, can sometimes be perceived negatively, especially when the sale price is lower than recent acquisition prices, potentially influencing investor sentiment.
Key Dates
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 05/01/2025 | Acquisition of 24.8831 shares via Dividend Reinvestment Plan. |
| 08/07/2025 | Acquisition of 30.5003 shares via Dividend Reinvestment Plan. |
| 11/06/2025 | Acquisition of 36.0185 shares via Dividend Reinvestment Plan. |
| 12/16/2025 | Disposition of 727.41 shares. |
| 12/18/2025 | Filing date of the Form 4. |
Keywords
UNION BANKSHARES INC, UNB, Form 4, Insider Trading, Dividend Reinvestment Plan, Officer Transactions, Stock Ownership, Vincent W. Schoenig
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