Form 4: Vistra EVP Dore Reports RSU Vesting, Tax-Related Stock Sales
Insider Transaction Report
Vistra Corp.'s EVP & Chief Strategy Officer, Stacey H. Dore, reported the vesting of performance-based restricted stock units and subsequent tax-related share disposals.
Summary
- Stacey H. Dore, EVP & Chief Strategy Officer of Vistra Corp., reported transactions involving the company's common stock.
- Acquired 134,444 shares of common stock at $171.62 per share on February 24, 2026, due to the vesting of performance-based restricted stock units.
- The performance criteria for these units, covering the three-year period ended December 31, 2025, were certified by the Issuer's Social Responsibility and Compensation Committee on February 18, 2026.
- Disposed of 52,057 shares at $171.62 per share on February 24, 2026, to cover tax obligations related to the vesting of performance-based restricted stock units.
- Disposed of an additional 7,215 shares at $171.62 per share on February 24, 2026, for tax withholding related to the vesting of other restricted stock units.
- Following these transactions, Dore beneficially owns 175,514 shares of Vistra Corp. common stock directly.
Sentiment
Score: 6
Explanation: StockSavvy.ai views this as a moderately positive event, reflecting the achievement of performance targets for executive compensation, which is a good sign for company performance, offset by routine tax-related share disposals.
Positives
- The vesting of 134,444 performance-based restricted stock units indicates that the company met specific performance criteria over the three-year period ending December 31, 2025.
- The certification of performance criteria by the Social Responsibility and Compensation Committee reflects successful achievement of set goals.
Negatives
- A total of 59,272 shares were disposed of to satisfy tax withholding obligations, reducing the direct beneficial ownership of the reporting person.
Corporate Governance
| Change Type | Description | Effective Date | Impact Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Administrative Authorization | Stacey H. Dore executed a Power of Attorney, authorizing specific individuals (Stephanie Zapata Moore, Carrie Lee Kirby, Yuki Whitmire, Daniela Gutierrez, and Katherine Reilly) to prepare, execute, and file SEC Forms 3, 4, 5, and 144 on her behalf. This also includes managing her EDGAR Next account. | 2025-08-01 | This streamlines the compliance process for insider reporting requirements, ensuring timely and accurate filings by the EVP & Chief Strategy Officer. |
Stakeholder Impact
- Shareholders: The vesting of performance-based RSUs indicates that the company's performance metrics, tied to executive compensation, have been met, which could be viewed positively. The tax-related sales are a routine part of executive compensation and have minimal direct impact on the broader shareholder base.
Key Dates
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 2025-08-01 | Date of execution of the Power of Attorney by Stacey Dore. |
| 2025-12-31 | End of the three-year performance period for the restricted stock units. |
| 2026-02-18 | Date the Issuer's Social Responsibility and Compensation Committee certified the performance criteria for the restricted stock units. |
| 2026-02-24 | Transaction date for the acquisition and disposal of common stock related to RSU vesting and tax withholding. |
| 2026-02-26 | Date the Form 4 was signed by the attorney-in-fact. |
Keywords
Vistra Corp, VST, Form 4, Insider Transaction, Restricted Stock Units, RSU Vesting, Executive Compensation, Stock Award, Tax Withholding
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