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Ally Financial (ALLY) director granted 3,632 deferred stock units

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Ally Financial Inc. director William H. Cary received a grant of 3,632 shares of Common Stock in the form of Deferred Stock Units at a reference price of $41.99 per share. After this award, he directly holds 61,285 shares.

The footnote explains these Deferred Stock Units convert into common stock on a one-for-one basis when he leaves the Board of Directors and are fully vested upon grant, indicating this is a compensation-related equity award rather than an open-market purchase.

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Insider CARY WILLIAM H
Role null
Type Security Shares Price Value
Grant/Award Common Stock 3,632 $41.99 $153K
Holdings After Transaction: Common Stock — 61,285 shares (Direct, null)
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Shares granted 3,632 shares Deferred Stock Units grant on May 15, 2026
Grant reference price $41.99 per share Value used for the Deferred Stock Units award
Total holdings after grant 61,285 shares Common Stock directly owned after the transaction
Deferred Stock Units financial
"Represented by Deferred Stock Units which convert into common stock on a one-for-one basis"
Deferred stock units are promises from a company to give an employee shares of stock at a future date, often after certain conditions are met or after leaving the company. They function like a form of delayed compensation, allowing employees to earn shares over time. For investors, they represent potential future ownership in the company, but do not provide immediate voting rights or dividends until the shares are actually received.
Common Stock financial
"security_title: "Common Stock" and convert into common stock on a one-for-one basis"
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.
Grant, award, or other acquisition financial
"transaction_code_description: "Grant, award, or other acquisition""
SEC Form 4
FORM 4UNITED 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*
CARY WILLIAM H

(Last)(First)(Middle)
500 WOODWARD AVENUE

(Street)
DETROIT MICHIGAN 48226

(City)(State)(Zip)

UNITED STATES

(Country)
2. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
Ally Financial Inc. [ ALLY ]
5. Relationship of Reporting Person(s) to Issuer
(Check all applicable)
XDirector10% Owner
Officer (give title below)Other (specify below)
2a. Foreign Trading Symbol
3. Date of Earliest Transaction (Month/Day/Year)
05/15/2026
6. Individual or Joint/Group Filing (Check Applicable Line)
XForm 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)
CodeVAmount(A) or (D)Price
Common Stock(1)05/15/2026A3,632A$41.9961,285D
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)
CodeV(A)(D)Date ExercisableExpiration DateTitleAmount or Number of Shares
Explanation of Responses:
1. Represented by Deferred Stock Units which convert into common stock on a one-for-one basis on the reporting person's departure from the Company's Board of Directors. The Deferred Stock Units are fully vested upon grant.
Remarks:
/s/ Joyce M. Daniels, attorney-in-fact for Mr. Cary05/19/2026
** Signature of Reporting PersonDate
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* Form 4: SEC 1474 (03-26)

FAQ

What insider transaction did Ally Financial (ALLY) report for William H. Cary?

Ally Financial reported that director William H. Cary received 3,632 Deferred Stock Units of Common Stock. These units are an equity compensation award, not an open-market purchase, and increase his direct holdings to 61,285 shares after the transaction.

Is the William H. Cary Form 4 for ALLY a stock grant or stock purchase?

The Form 4 for William H. Cary reflects a stock grant, not a purchase. He received 3,632 Deferred Stock Units as a compensation award, classified under transaction code A, which denotes a grant, award, or other acquisition of Common Stock.

How do William H. Cary’s Deferred Stock Units at Ally Financial (ALLY) work?

The Deferred Stock Units granted to William H. Cary convert into Ally Financial common stock on a one-for-one basis. According to the footnote, conversion occurs upon his departure from the Board, and the units are fully vested immediately when granted.

What is William H. Cary’s total Ally Financial (ALLY) shareholding after this Form 4?

Following the award, William H. Cary directly holds 61,285 shares of Ally Financial Common Stock. This total includes the newly granted 3,632 Deferred Stock Units, which are treated as an acquisition of Common Stock in the Form 4 disclosure.

What does transaction code A mean in the Ally Financial (ALLY) Form 4 filing?

Transaction code A in the Ally Financial Form 4 indicates a grant, award, or other acquisition of securities. In William H. Cary’s case, it represents a compensation grant of 3,632 Deferred Stock Units rather than an open-market buy or sell transaction.

Are William H. Cary’s Deferred Stock Units in ALLY fully vested?

Yes, the footnote states that the Deferred Stock Units granted to William H. Cary are fully vested upon grant. Although they are vested, they only convert into Ally Financial common stock when he leaves the Company’s Board of Directors.