A senior subordinated note is a loan-like security that a company issues which pays interest and must be repaid, but sits behind (is subordinate to) the company’s most senior loans while still ranking above shareholders. For investors this matters because it offers higher interest to compensate for greater risk: in bankruptcy holders get paid after senior creditors but before equity, so recovery and price swings are tied to the issuer’s financial strength—think of it as being second in line for repayment.
rule 144aregulatory
Rule 144A is a regulation that makes it easier for companies to sell private bonds to large investors without going through all the usual rules that apply to public sales. It matters because it helps companies raise money more quickly and privately, often attracting big investors looking for special deals.
regulation sregulatory
Regulation S is a set of rules that allows companies to sell securities (like shares or bonds) to investors outside the United States without having to follow all U.S. securities laws. It matters because it makes it easier for companies to raise money from international investors while still complying with U.S. regulations.
stock appreciation rightsfinancial
Stock appreciation rights (SARs) are a form of employee compensation that give the holder the right to receive the increase in a company's stock price over a set baseline, paid in cash or shares, without having to buy the stock. For investors, SARs matter because they can create future cash outflows or share dilution and signal how a company rewards and motivates executives — similar to giving a bonus tied directly to how well the company’s stock performs.
rule 10b5-1 trading planregulatory
A Rule 10b5-1 trading plan is a pre-arranged schedule that allows company insiders to buy or sell stock at specific times, even if they have inside information. It helps prevent accusations of unfair trading by making these transactions look planned and transparent, rather than sneaky or illegal.
rule 144regulatory
Rule 144 is a U.S. securities regulation that sets conditions under which restricted or insider-held shares can be legally resold to the public, such as required holding periods, availability of public information, limits on how much can be sold at once, and certain filing requirements. For investors it matters because it determines when previously locked-up shares can enter the market — like a release valve that can increase supply, affect share price, and signal insider intent.
Form 4 is a official document that company insiders, such as executives or major shareholders, file with regulators whenever they buy or sell company shares. It provides transparency about how those with inside knowledge are trading, helping investors see if insiders are confident in the company's prospects or may be selling for personal reasons. This information can influence investor decisions by revealing insiders' perspectives on the company's value.
A large, regulated marketplace where stocks and other securities are listed and traded, acting like a global auction house that matches buyers and sellers and helps determine share prices. It matters to investors because listing and trading there provide liquidity, price discovery, and regulatory oversight—making it easier to buy or sell holdings and giving companies a visible platform that can affect credibility and access to capital.
ST. LOUIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
Belden Inc. (NYSE: BDC), a leading global supplier of specialty networking solutions, will report its fiscal fourth quarter and full year results for the period ended December 31, 2025, before the market opens on Thursday, February 12, 2026. Management will discuss the Company’s results during a conference call at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time.
A webcast of the conference call and accompanying presentation materials will be available in the Investor Relations section of Belden’s corporate website at https://investor.belden.com. To listen to a live broadcast, go to the site at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled start time in order to register and download and install any necessary audio software.
To participate in the live teleconference, please dial 1-800-330-6710 with confirmation code 3143721. A replay of this conference call will remain accessible in the investor relations section of the Company’s website for a limited time.
About Belden
Belden Inc. delivers complete connection solutions that unlock untold possibilities for our customers, their customers and the world. We advance ideas and technologies that enable a safer, smarter and more prosperous future. Throughout our 120+ year history we have evolved as a company, but our purpose remains – making connections. By connecting people, information and ideas, we make it possible. We are headquartered in St. Louis and have manufacturing capabilities in North America, Europe, Asia and Africa. For more information, visit us at www.belden.com; follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn and X/Twitter.
