ACME United director granted 2,500 stock options
ACME UNITED CORP director Holden Richmond Y Jr reported a grant/award of employee stock options covering 2,500 shares of common stock on 2026-07-29.
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Form Type
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Rhea-AI Filing Summary
ACME UNITED CORP director Holden Richmond Y Jr reported a grant/award of employee stock options covering 2,500 shares of common stock on 2026-07-29. The options have a $59.90 per share exercise price, are exercisable starting 2026-07-30, expire on 2036-07-29, and bring his directly held option awards to 15,600 derivative securities.
Insider Trade Summary
Grant/Award: 2,500 shares
Grant/Award
1 txn
Insider
HOLDEN RICHMOND Y JR
Role
Director
| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grant/Award | Employee Stock Option | 2,500 | $59.90 | $150K |
Holdings After Transaction:
Employee Stock Option — 15,600 contracts (Direct)
Holdings Before and After:
Employee Stock Option, 13,100 to 15,600 contracts (Direct)
Key Figures
Options granted: 2,500 shares
Exercise price: $59.90 per share
Options outstanding after grant: 15,600 shares
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5 metrics
Options granted
2,500 shares
Employee stock options granted on 2026-07-29
Exercise price
$59.90 per share
Conversion or exercise price of the employee stock option
Options outstanding after grant
15,600 shares
Total derivative securities held directly following the transaction
Option exercise date
2026-07-30
First exercise date for the granted employee stock option
Option expiration date
2036-07-29
Expiration date of the granted employee stock option
Key Terms
Employee Stock Option, Common Stock, Rule 10b5-1
3 terms
Employee Stock Option financial
"Security title reported as <b>Employee Stock Option</b> in the transaction."
An employee stock option is a promise that lets a worker buy company shares later at a predetermined price, often after they stay for a certain period or meet performance goals — think of it like a coupon that locks in today's price for a future purchase. It matters to investors because options align employees’ incentives with company performance, can increase the number of shares outstanding (dilution) when exercised, and represent a compensation cost that affects reported profits and shareholder value.
Common Stock financial
"Underlying security for the option is listed as <b>Common Stock</b>."
Common stock represents ownership shares in a company, giving investors a stake in its success and a say in important decisions through voting rights. It is the most common type of stock traded on markets and can provide income through dividends, as well as potential for value growth. For investors, holding common stock means sharing in the company’s profits and risks.
Rule 10b5-1 regulatory
"Checkbox indicates whether trades were under a <b>Rule 10b5-1</b> trading plan."
Rule 10b5-1 is a regulation that allows company insiders to buy or sell their shares at predetermined times, even if they have access to non-public information. It acts like setting a schedule in advance for transactions, helping prevent accusations of unfair trading. This rule provides a way for insiders to plan trades transparently, giving investors confidence that these transactions are not based on hidden information.
FAQ
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What insider transaction did ACME United (ACU) report for Holden Richmond Y Jr?
ACME United reported that director Holden Richmond Y Jr received a grant of employee stock options covering 2,500 shares of common stock. The transaction was coded as a grant/award acquisition, indicating compensation rather than a market trade.
How many ACME United (ACU) options were granted and at what exercise price?
Holden Richmond Y Jr was granted 2,500 employee stock options tied to ACME United common stock. Each option carries an exercise price of $59.90 per share, which is the price he must pay to acquire a share upon exercising the options.
When can the new ACME United (ACU) options be exercised and when do they expire?
The granted options become exercisable on 2026-07-30, allowing conversion into ACME United common stock from that date. They carry a long-dated term and are scheduled to expire on 2036-07-29 if not exercised before that expiration date.
How many ACME United (ACU) derivative securities does Holden Richmond Y Jr hold after this grant?
Following the reported grant, Holden Richmond Y Jr directly holds 15,600 derivative securities, consisting of employee stock options. This figure comes from the filing’s post-transaction total, which reflects his aggregate option position after the 2,500-share grant.
Was the ACME United (ACU) insider transaction a market purchase or an option grant?
The transaction is classified as a grant, award, or other acquisition of employee stock options, not an open-market share purchase. It represents a compensation-related option award rather than the insider buying or selling common stock in the market.
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