Albertsons CFO granted dividend equivalent RSUs

Q: What did ACI President & CFO Sharon McCollam report on this Form 4?

Sharon McCollam reported acquiring several Dividend Equivalent Units on August 7, 2026. These units were credited as dividend equivalents on existing performance-based and time-based RSUs and will vest and settle with the underlying awards.

Q: How many Dividend Equivalent Units did ACI’s Sharon McCollam receive?

Sharon McCollam received awards of 474, 484, 916, 1,835 and 2,564 Dividend Equivalent Units. Each block is linked to underlying restricted stock units or Class A common stock as described in the filing’s transaction details.

Q: Do the ACI Dividend Equivalent Units vest immediately for Sharon McCollam?

No. The Dividend Equivalent Units will vest and settle with the underlying RSU awards. For both performance-based and time-based RSUs, the credited units follow the same vesting and settlement schedule as the original grants.

Q: Are these ACI Form 4 transactions open-market purchases or sales?

No. The Form 4 shows only grant/award acquisitions coded as “A” for Dividend Equivalent Units. There are no reported open‑market purchases or sales; all entries are derivative-type awards linked to existing RSUs and common stock.

Q: Was a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan involved in this ACI Form 4?

The filing’s Rule 10b5‑1 checkbox is not marked as affirming a trading plan. The reported transactions consist of Dividend Equivalent Units credited as part of existing equity awards, rather than discretionary market trades under such a plan.

Albertsons Companies, Inc. reported that President & CFO Sharon McCollam acquired multiple awards of Dividend Equivalent Units on August 7, 2026.

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Albertsons Companies, Inc. reported that President & CFO Sharon McCollam acquired multiple awards of Dividend Equivalent Units on August 7, 2026. The awards total 474, 484, 916, 1,835 and 2,564 units, each tied to either performance-based or time-based restricted stock units and Class A common stock. According to the footnotes, these units were credited as dividend equivalents based on the $0.17 per share quarterly dividend and will vest and settle together with the underlying RSU awards.

Insider Trade Summary

Grant/Award: 6,273 shares

Grant/Award 5 txns

Insider MCCOLLAM SHARON

Role President & CFO

Type	Security	Shares	Price	Value
Grant/Award	Dividend Equivalent Units ^F1	474	--	--
Grant/Award	Dividend Equivalent Units ^F2	484	--	--
Grant/Award	Dividend Equivalent Units ^F2	916	--	--
Grant/Award	Dividend Equivalent Units ^F2	1,835	--	--
Grant/Award	Dividend Equivalent Units ^F2	2,564	--	--

Holdings After Transaction: Dividend Equivalent Units — 449,475 contracts (Direct)

Footnotes (2)

F1. Restricted stock units ("RSUs") credited to the reporting person's account as dividend equivalents on accrued performance based RSUs, which will vest and settle with the underlying awards. The reported number is the quarterly dividend equivalent of $0.17 per share of common stock.
F2. Restricted stock units ("RSUs") credited to the reporting person's account as dividend equivalents on unvested RSUs and will vest and settle with the underlying awards. The reported number is the quarterly dividend equivalent to $0.17 per share of common stock.

Key Figures

Dividend Equivalent Units block 1: 474 units Dividend Equivalent Units block 2: 484 units Dividend Equivalent Units block 3: 916 units +3 more

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Dividend Equivalent Units block 1 474 units Credited as dividend equivalents on accrued performance-based RSUs

Dividend Equivalent Units block 2 484 units Credited as dividend equivalents on unvested time-based RSUs

Dividend Equivalent Units block 3 916 units Credited as dividend equivalents on unvested time-based RSUs

Dividend Equivalent Units block 4 1,835 units Credited as dividend equivalents on Class A common stock-linked RSUs

Dividend Equivalent Units block 5 2,564 units Credited as dividend equivalents on Class A common stock-linked RSUs

Quarterly dividend rate $0.17 per share Basis for calculating RSU dividend equivalent credits

Key Terms

Dividend Equivalent Units, performance based RSUs, Restricted stock units ("RSUs"), Time-based Restricted Stock Units, +1 more

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Dividend Equivalent Units financial

"security_title is reported as Dividend Equivalent Units for each transaction"

Dividend equivalent units are bookkeeping credits that mirror cash dividends paid on actual shares, granted to holders of stock-based awards such as restricted stock units or deferred compensation. They matter to investors because they increase a company’s reported employee compensation cost and can lead to issuance of more shares or cash payouts over time, similar to extra pay linked to ownership that affects shareholder dilution and corporate cash flow.

performance based RSUs financial

"credited as dividend equivalents on accrued performance based RSUs, which will vest"

Restricted stock units ("RSUs") financial

"Restricted stock units ("RSUs") credited to the reporting person's account as dividend"

Restricted stock units (RSUs) are a company promise to give an employee shares of stock (or cash equivalent) in the future, but only after certain conditions—usually staying with the company for a set time or hitting performance goals—are met. Investors watch RSUs because when they vest they increase the number of shares outstanding and can lead insiders to sell shares, affecting share price, company dilution and the true cost of employee pay.

Time-based Restricted Stock Units financial

"underlying security title listed as Time-based Restricted Stock Units"

Time-based restricted stock units are a form of employee compensation where individuals are granted company shares that are earned over a set period, often as a reward for staying with the company. These shares typically become fully owned and transferable only after passing specific time milestones, encouraging long-term commitment. For investors, they highlight a company's focus on employee retention and can influence future stock supply and company stability.

Class A common stock, par value $0.01 financial

"underlying security title is Class A common stock, par value $0.01"

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What did ACI President & CFO Sharon McCollam report on this Form 4?

Sharon McCollam reported acquiring several Dividend Equivalent Units on August 7, 2026. These units were credited as dividend equivalents on existing performance-based and time-based RSUs and will vest and settle with the underlying awards.

How many Dividend Equivalent Units did ACI’s Sharon McCollam receive?

Sharon McCollam received awards of 474, 484, 916, 1,835 and 2,564 Dividend Equivalent Units. Each block is linked to underlying restricted stock units or Class A common stock as described in the filing’s transaction details.

What is the dividend rate underlying these ACI Dividend Equivalent Units?

The footnotes state the reported Dividend Equivalent Units reflect a quarterly dividend of $0.17 per share of common stock. RSUs are credited as dividend equivalents at this rate on accrued performance-based and unvested RSUs.

Do the ACI Dividend Equivalent Units vest immediately for Sharon McCollam?

No. The Dividend Equivalent Units will vest and settle with the underlying RSU awards. For both performance-based and time-based RSUs, the credited units follow the same vesting and settlement schedule as the original grants.

Are these ACI Form 4 transactions open-market purchases or sales?

No. The Form 4 shows only grant/award acquisitions coded as “A” for Dividend Equivalent Units. There are no reported open‑market purchases or sales; all entries are derivative-type awards linked to existing RSUs and common stock.

Was a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan involved in this ACI Form 4?

The filing’s Rule 10b5‑1 checkbox is not marked as affirming a trading plan. The reported transactions consist of Dividend Equivalent Units credited as part of existing equity awards, rather than discretionary market trades under such a plan.

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Accepted by SEC EDGAR 08/11/2026 - 05:59 PM EDT

SEC Form 4

FORM 4

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP

Filed pursuant to Section 16(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
or Section 30(h) of the Investment Company Act of 1940

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Check this box if no longer subject to Section 16. Form 4 or Form 5 obligations may continue. See Instruction 1(b).

Check this box to indicate that a transaction was made pursuant to a contract, instruction or written plan for the purchase or sale of equity securities of the issuer that is intended to satisfy the affirmative defense conditions of Rule 10b5-1(c). See Instruction 10.

1. Name and Address of Reporting Person^*

MCCOLLAM SHARON

(Last)

(First)

(Middle)

C/O ALBERTSONS COMPANIES, INC.

250 E. PARKCENTER BLVD.

(Street)

BOISE

IDAHO

83706

(City)

(State)

(Zip)

UNITED STATES

(Country)

2. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
Albertsons Companies, Inc. [ ACI ]

5. Relationship of Reporting Person(s) to Issuer
(Check all applicable)

	Director	10% Owner
X	Officer (give title below)	Other (specify below)
	President & CFO

2a. Foreign Trading Symbol

3. Date of Earliest Transaction (Month/Day/Year)
08/07/2026

6. Individual or Joint/Group Filing (Check Applicable Line)

X	Form filed by One Reporting Person
	Form filed by More than One Reporting Person

4. If Amendment, Date of Original Filed (Month/Day/Year)

Table I - Non-Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned
1. Title of Security (Instr. 3)	2. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)	2A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)	3. Transaction Code (Instr. 8)		4. Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed Of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5)			5. Amount of Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 3 and 4)	6. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4)	7. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
1. Title of Security (Instr. 3)	2. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)	2A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)	Code	V	Amount	(A) or (D)	Price		6. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4)	7. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)

Table II - Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned (e.g., puts, calls, warrants, options, convertible securities)
1. Title of Derivative Security (Instr. 3)	2. Conversion or Exercise Price of Derivative Security	3. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)	3A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)	4. Transaction Code (Instr. 8)		5. Number of Derivative Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5)		6. Date Exercisable and Expiration Date (Month/Day/Year)		7. Title and Amount of Securities Underlying Derivative Security (Instr. 3 and 4)		8. Price of Derivative Security (Instr. 5)	9. Number of derivative Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 4)	10. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4)	11. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
1. Title of Derivative Security (Instr. 3)	2. Conversion or Exercise Price of Derivative Security	3. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)	3A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)	Code	V	(A)	(D)	Date Exercisable	Expiration Date	Title	Amount or Number of Shares	8. Price of Derivative Security (Instr. 5)		10. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4)	11. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
Dividend Equivalent Units	⁽¹⁾	08/07/2026		A		474		⁽¹⁾	⁽¹⁾	Class A common stock, par value $0.01	474	⁽¹⁾	33,973	D
Dividend Equivalent Units	⁽²⁾	08/07/2026		A		484		⁽²⁾	⁽²⁾	Time-based Restricted Stock Units	484	⁽²⁾	34,682	D
Dividend Equivalent Units	⁽²⁾	08/07/2026		A		916		⁽²⁾	⁽²⁾	Time-based Restricted Stock Units	916	⁽²⁾	65,622	D
Dividend Equivalent Units	⁽²⁾	08/07/2026		A		1,835		⁽²⁾	⁽²⁾	Class A common stock, par value $0.01	1,835	⁽²⁾	131,479	D
Dividend Equivalent Units	⁽²⁾	08/07/2026		A		2,564		⁽²⁾	⁽²⁾	Class A common stock, par value $0.01	2,564	⁽²⁾	183,719	D

Explanation of Responses:

1. Restricted stock units ("RSUs") credited to the reporting person's account as dividend equivalents on accrued performance based RSUs, which will vest and settle with the underlying awards. The reported number is the quarterly dividend equivalent of $0.17 per share of common stock.

2. Restricted stock units ("RSUs") credited to the reporting person's account as dividend equivalents on unvested RSUs and will vest and settle with the underlying awards. The reported number is the quarterly dividend equivalent to $0.17 per share of common stock.

Remarks:

	Thomas Moriarty, Attorney-in-Fact for Sharon McCollam	08/11/2026
	** Signature of Reporting Person	Date
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* Form 4: SEC 1474 (03-26)

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