Director Stacy Smith buys Autodesk (ADSK) shares in open‑market trades
Filing Impact
Filing Sentiment
Form Type
4
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Autodesk, Inc. director Stacy J. Smith reported buying a total of 3,435 shares of common stock in open‑market transactions. The purchases were split into 696 shares at an average price of $230.48 per share and 2,739 shares at an average price of $231.34 per share.
Following these trades, Smith beneficially owns Autodesk stock that includes 1,455 shares of unvested Restricted Stock Units, reflecting both directly held shares and equity awards.
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Insider Trade Summary
Net Buyer: 3,435 shares ($794,054)
Net Buy
2 txns
Insider
Smith Stacy J
Role
null
Bought
3,435 shs ($794K)
| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Purchase | Common Stock | 696 | $230.48 | $160K |
| Purchase | Common Stock | 2,739 | $231.34 | $634K |
Holdings After Transaction:
Common Stock — 23,778 shares (Direct, null)
Footnotes (1)
- Shares were purchased in various amounts from $229.77 to $230.76 inclusive. The price listed here reflects the average weighted price. The Reporting Person undertakes to provide to the Issuer, any security holder of the Issuer, or the staff of the Securities and Exchange Commission, upon request, full information regarding the number of shares purchased at each separate price within the range set forth in this footnote. The total securities beneficially owned includes 1,455 shares of unvested Restricted Stock Units. Shares were purchased in various amounts from $230.79 to $231.62 inclusive. The price listed here reflects the average weighted price. The Reporting Person undertakes to provide to the Issuer, any security holder of the Issuer, or the staff of the Securities and Exchange Commission, upon request, full information regarding the number of shares purchased at each separate price within the range set forth in this footnote.
Key Figures
Shares purchased: 3,435 shares
Purchase price (block 1): $230.48/share
Purchase price (block 2): $231.34/share
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6 metrics
Shares purchased
3,435 shares
Total common stock bought in two open-market trades
Purchase price (block 1)
$230.48/share
Average price for 696-share purchase
Purchase price (block 2)
$231.34/share
Average price for 2,739-share purchase
Price range block 1
$229.77–$230.76
Footnote F1 price range for 696-share buy
Price range block 2
$230.79–$231.62
Footnote F3 price range for 2,739-share buy
Unvested RSUs
1,455 shares
Unvested Restricted Stock Units included in beneficial ownership
Key Terms
open-market purchase, average weighted price, Restricted Stock Units, beneficially owned
4 terms
open-market purchase financial
"transaction_action: "open-market purchase" for both transactions"
An open-market purchase is when an investor or a company buys shares on a public stock exchange at the going market price, rather than through a private deal. It matters to investors because these purchases change how many shares are available, can push the stock price up or signal confidence from large buyers, and often affect per-share metrics like earnings—think of it like someone buying lots of apples off a grocery shelf, reducing supply and potentially raising the price.
average weighted price financial
""The price listed here reflects the average weighted price.""
Restricted Stock Units financial
""includes 1,455 shares of unvested Restricted Stock Units.""
Restricted stock units are a type of company reward where employees are promised shares of stock, but they only fully own these shares after meeting certain conditions, like staying with the company for a set time. They matter because they can become valuable assets and are often used to motivate employees to help the company succeed.
beneficially owned financial
""The total securities beneficially owned includes 1,455 shares""
Beneficially owned describes securities or assets where a person has the economic rights and control—such as the right to receive dividends and to direct voting—even if legal title is held in another name. Think of it like having the keys and using a car that’s registered to someone else: you get the benefits and make decisions. Investors care because beneficial ownership reveals who truly controls value and voting power, affecting corporate decisions and takeover dynamics.
FAQ
What type of transactions did Stacy J. Smith report for Autodesk (ADSK)?
The filing reports open‑market purchases of Autodesk common stock. Both transactions are coded “P” on the Form 4, indicating buys in the market or private transactions rather than option exercises or gifts.
How many Autodesk (ADSK) trades were disclosed in this Form 4?
The Form 4 discloses two separate purchase transactions in Autodesk common stock. Together they represent a net buy of 3,435 shares, with no reported sales, exercises, gifts, or tax‑withholding dispositions in this filing.
Does Stacy J. Smith hold Autodesk (ADSK) Restricted Stock Units?
Yes. The filing notes that total securities beneficially owned include 1,455 shares of unvested Restricted Stock Units. These RSUs are equity awards that will convert into shares according to their vesting schedule, adding to the director’s overall exposure.