Arista Networks (ANET) director granted 2,153 restricted stock units as equity pay

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Lavender Robert G reported acquisition or exercise transactions in this Form 4 filing.

Arista Networks director Robert G. Lavender received a grant of 2,153 restricted stock units (RSUs) of common stock as equity compensation. Each RSU represents a right to receive one share upon vesting. One quarter of the RSUs vest on August 20, 2026, with the remainder vesting in equal installments on subsequent quarterly vest dates tied to February 20, May 20, August 20, and November 20. Following this grant, Lavender holds 2,153 RSUs directly.

Insider Trade Summary

1 transaction reported

Mixed 1 txn

Insider Lavender Robert G

Role null

Type	Security	Shares	Price	Value
Grant/Award	Restricted Stock Unit-3	2,153	$0.00	--

Holdings After Transaction: Restricted Stock Unit-3 — 2,153 shares (Direct, null)

Footnotes (1)

Each restricted stock unit represents a contingent right to receive one share of Arista Networks, Inc. Common Stock upon vesting. The reporting person was granted RSUs on May 29, 2026. 1/4th of the shares vest on August 20, 2026 and will continue to vest at the same rate on each quarterly vest date thereafter. A quarterly vest date is the first market trading day on or after February 20, May 20, August 20, or November 20.

Key Figures

RSUs granted: 2,153 units Grant price: $0.00 per unit RSUs after transaction: 2,153 units +2 more

5 metrics

RSUs granted 2,153 units Restricted stock units granted on May 29, 2026

Grant price $0.00 per unit Compensation grant, not a market purchase

RSUs after transaction 2,153 units Total RSUs held directly following grant

Initial vesting date August 20, 2026 1/4 of RSUs vest on this date

Quarterly vest dates On/after Feb 20, May 20, Aug 20, Nov 20 Defines recurring vest dates tied to trading days

Key Terms

Restricted Stock Unit, contingent right, vest, quarterly vest date

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Restricted Stock Unit financial

"Each restricted stock unit represents a contingent right to receive one share of Arista Networks, Inc. Common Stock upon vesting."

A restricted stock unit is a promise from a company to give an employee shares of stock after certain conditions are met, like staying with the company for a set amount of time. It’s like earning a bonus that turns into company stock once you’ve proven your commitment, making it a way to motivate and reward employees.

contingent right financial

"Each restricted stock unit represents a contingent right to receive one share of Arista Networks, Inc. Common Stock upon vesting."

vest financial

"1/4th of the shares vest on August 20, 2026 and will continue to vest at the same rate on each quarterly vest date thereafter."

A vest is the process by which an employee earns the right to receive certain benefits or ownership interests, such as stock or retirement funds, over time. It’s similar to earning a reward gradually, ensuring that the benefit becomes fully yours only after a set period or meeting specific conditions. This makes it important for investors because it determines when they can actually claim or use those benefits.

quarterly vest date financial

"A quarterly vest date is the first market trading day on or after February 20, May 20, August 20, or November 20."

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06/02/2026 - 07:10 PM

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^*

Lavender Robert G

(Last)

(First)

(Middle)

5453 GREAT AMERICA PARKWAY

(Street)

SANTA CLARA

CALIFORNIA

95054

(City)

(State)

(Zip)

UNITED STATES

(Country)

2. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
Arista Networks, Inc. [ ANET ]

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

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

2a. Foreign Trading Symbol

3. Date of Earliest Transaction (Month/Day/Year)
05/29/2026

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)
Restricted Stock Unit-3	$0.0⁽¹⁾	05/29/2026		A		2,153		⁽²⁾	⁽²⁾	Common Stock	2,153	$0.0	2,153	D

Explanation of Responses:

1. Each restricted stock unit represents a contingent right to receive one share of Arista Networks, Inc. Common Stock upon vesting.

2. The reporting person was granted RSUs on May 29, 2026. 1/4th of the shares vest on August 20, 2026 and will continue to vest at the same rate on each quarterly vest date thereafter. A quarterly vest date is the first market trading day on or after February 20, May 20, August 20, or November 20.

	By: Isabelle Bertin-Bailly, Attorney-in-Fact For: Greg Lavender	06/02/2026
	** Signature of Reporting Person	Date
Reminder: Report on a separate line for each class of securities beneficially owned directly or indirectly.
* If the form is filed by more than one reporting person, see Instruction 4 (b)(v).
** Intentional misstatements or omissions of facts constitute Federal Criminal Violations See 18 U.S.C. 1001 and 15 U.S.C. 78ff(a).
Note: File three copies of this Form, one of which must be manually signed. If space is insufficient, see Instruction 6 for procedure.
Persons who respond to the collection of information contained in this form are not required to respond unless the form displays a currently valid OMB Number.
* Form 4: SEC 1474 (03-26)

Source: View Original Filing on SEC EDGAR

FAQ

What insider transaction did Arista Networks (ANET) report for Robert G. Lavender?

Arista Networks reported that director Robert G. Lavender received a grant of 2,153 restricted stock units. These RSUs are equity compensation and convert into an equal number of common shares as they vest over time, aligning his interests with shareholders.

How many Arista Networks (ANET) RSUs did Robert G. Lavender receive?

Robert G. Lavender received 2,153 restricted stock units from Arista Networks. Each RSU represents a right to receive one share of common stock upon vesting, providing him with potential future ownership tied to continued service and the vesting schedule.

What is the vesting schedule for Robert G. Lavender’s Arista Networks (ANET) RSU grant?

One quarter of Robert G. Lavender’s 2,153 RSUs vest on August 20, 2026. The remaining units vest in equal quarterly installments on the first market trading day on or after February 20, May 20, August 20, or November 20 each year.

Does Robert G. Lavender pay a purchase price for his Arista Networks (ANET) RSUs?

The RSUs were granted at a price of $0.00 per unit, reflecting compensation rather than a market purchase. He does not pay to acquire the RSUs; instead, they convert into common shares as they vest according to the disclosed schedule.

How many Arista Networks (ANET) RSUs does Robert G. Lavender hold after this Form 4 filing?

After the reported grant, Robert G. Lavender holds 2,153 restricted stock units directly. These units will convert into an equal number of Arista Networks common shares as they vest over time under the specified quarterly vesting schedule.

What does each Arista Networks (ANET) restricted stock unit represent for Robert G. Lavender?

Each restricted stock unit represents a contingent right to receive one share of Arista Networks common stock. The shares are delivered only when vesting conditions are met, tying the value of the award to both time-based service and the company’s stock performance.