Form 4: Verisk Analytics Executive's Equity Transactions

Verisk Analytics Chief Human Relations Officer Sunita Holzer reported recent equity transactions, including performance share unit settlements, restricted stock unit grants, and stock option awards.

Summary

• Sunita Holzer, Chief Human Relations Officer of Verisk Analytics, Inc., reported several equity transactions on January 14 and 15, 2026.
• On January 14, 2026, 4,800 shares of common stock were acquired upon settlement of performance stock units (PSUs) granted on January 15, 2023, which vested based on relative Total Shareholder Return (TSR) and Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) performance conditions and satisfaction of a service condition.
• Concurrently on January 14, 2026, 1,764 shares were disposed of to cover tax liabilities related to the PSU vesting, at a price of $223.69 per share.
• On January 15, 2026, 1,261 restricted stock units (RSUs) of common stock were granted under the Issuer's 2021 Equity Incentive Plan, with vesting scheduled in four equal annual installments.
• Also on January 15, 2026, 408 shares were disposed of to cover tax liabilities related to the January 15, 2026 vesting of previously reported restricted stock grants, at a price of $222.05 per share.
• Additionally, on January 15, 2026, 5,782 stock options were granted under the Issuer's 2021 Equity Incentive Plan, with an exercise price of $222.05, vesting in four equal annual installments.
• Following these transactions, Ms. Holzer beneficially owns 16,158 shares of common stock and 5,782 stock options.

Sentiment

Score: 5

Explanation: The filing is a factual report of routine executive compensation transactions and does not inherently convey positive or negative sentiment regarding the company's operational or financial performance.

Positives

• Acquisition of 4,800 shares of common stock from vested performance stock units, indicating achievement of performance targets (relative TSR and ROIC).
• Grant of 1,261 restricted stock units, representing future equity ownership and aligning interests with long-term company performance.
• Grant of 5,782 stock options, providing potential future upside based on stock price appreciation and further aligning interests with shareholder value.

Negatives

• Disposition of 1,764 shares of common stock at $223.69 per share to cover tax liabilities related to PSU vesting.
• Disposition of 408 shares of common stock at $222.05 per share to cover tax liabilities related to previously vested restricted stock grants.

Future Outlook

The newly granted restricted stock units and stock options are subject to vesting schedules, with four equal annual installments, aligning the executive's long-term incentives with the company's performance and shareholder value creation.

Industry Context

This Form 4 filing details routine executive compensation transactions, which are standard practice across industries to align management incentives with company performance. It does not provide broader industry trends or competitive insights.

Corporate Governance

Stakeholder Impact

• Shareholders: The equity awards, particularly those tied to performance conditions, align the Chief Human Relations Officer's interests with shareholder value creation. The routine disposition of shares for tax purposes has a negligible impact on overall share structure.

Next Steps

• Future vesting of 1,261 restricted stock units in four equal annual installments starting January 15, 2027.
• Future vesting of 5,782 stock options in four equal annual installments starting January 15, 2027.

Key Dates

Keywords

Verisk Analytics, VRSK, Form 4, Insider Transaction, Equity Compensation, Performance Stock Units, Restricted Stock Units, Stock Options, Executive Compensation