Form 4: Waste Management CEO James Fish Jr. Executes Stock Options, Disposes of Shares

Sentiment:

SEC Form 4 Filing


James Fish Jr., CEO of Waste Management, exercised stock options and disposed of shares on March 3, 2025, according to a Form 4 filing with the SEC.

Summary

  • On March 3, 2025, James Fish Jr., the President and CEO of Waste Management Inc., executed stock options to acquire 22,063 shares of common stock at a price of $145.67 per share.
  • Following the acquisition, Fish disposed of 17,184 shares of common stock at a price of $229.25 per share to cover tax obligations.
  • After these transactions, Fish directly owns 215,940 shares of Waste Management common stock.
  • Fish also has indirect ownership through various trusts and a 401(k) plan.

Sentiment

Score: 5

Explanation: The document is a neutral regulatory filing detailing stock transactions. It doesn't convey any specific positive or negative sentiment about the company's performance or outlook.

Industry Context

This filing is a routine disclosure of insider transactions and doesn't necessarily reflect a broader trend in the waste management industry. Insider transactions are common and can be for various reasons, including exercising options, diversification, or tax planning.

Stakeholder Impact

  • The transaction has a minimal direct impact on stakeholders, as it is a routine insider transaction.

Key Dates

DateDescription
03/01/2023Date stock options became exercisable
03/03/2025Date of stock option exercise and share disposal
03/01/2033Expiration date of stock options
03/04/2025Date of signature on the Form 4 filing

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