Atlanticus Holdings (ATLC) director awarded 1,050 restricted stock shares
Filing Impact
Filing Sentiment
Form Type
4
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Dickerson William Brinkley reported acquisition or exercise transactions in this Form 4 filing.
Atlanticus Holdings Corp director William Brinkley Dickerson received a grant of 1,050 shares of common stock as restricted stock compensation. The award was granted at no cash cost and will vest in two equal installments on the first and second anniversaries of the grant date. Following this grant, he directly holds 1,050 shares of Atlanticus common stock.
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Insider Trade Summary
1 transaction reported
Mixed
1 txn
Insider
Dickerson William Brinkley
Role
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| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grant/Award | Common Stock | 1,050 | $0.00 | -- |
Holdings After Transaction:
Common Stock — 1,050 shares (Direct, null)
Footnotes (1)
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Key Figures
Restricted stock grant: 1,050 shares
Grant price: $0.00 per share
Holdings after transaction: 1,050 shares
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Restricted stock grant
1,050 shares
Common stock award to director on May 18, 2026
Grant price
$0.00 per share
Reported transaction price for restricted stock grant
Holdings after transaction
1,050 shares
Director’s directly held Atlanticus common stock after grant
Vesting schedule
Two equal installments
On first and second anniversaries of grant date
Key Terms
restricted stock, vest, Form 4
3 terms
restricted stock financial
"Grant of restricted stock, which will vest in two equal installments"
Shares granted to an individual that carry limits on transfer or sale until certain conditions are met, such as staying with the company for a set time or hitting performance targets. Think of them as a locked gift that gradually opens; for investors they matter because they affect how many shares may enter the market later, signal management incentives and potential dilution, and reveal confidence in future company performance.
vest financial
"which will vest in two equal installments on each of the first two anniversaries"
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.
Form 4 regulatory
"INSIDER FILING DATA (Form 4):"
Form 4 is a official document that company insiders, such as executives or major shareholders, file with regulators whenever they buy or sell company shares. It provides transparency about how those with inside knowledge are trading, helping investors see if insiders are confident in the company's prospects or may be selling for personal reasons. This information can influence investor decisions by revealing insiders' perspectives on the company's value.
FAQ
What insider transaction did Atlanticus Holdings (ATLC) disclose in this Form 4?
Atlanticus disclosed that director William Brinkley Dickerson received a grant of 1,050 shares of common stock as restricted stock. This was a compensation-related share award, not an open-market trade, and increased his directly held stake in the company.
What type of equity award did Atlanticus (ATLC) grant to its director?
Atlanticus granted William Brinkley Dickerson restricted stock, consisting of 1,050 shares of common stock. Restricted stock awards are typically subject to vesting conditions, meaning the shares become fully owned by the recipient only after specified time-based requirements are satisfied.
What is the vesting schedule for the Atlanticus (ATLC) restricted stock grant?
The restricted stock grant will vest in two equal installments on each of the first two anniversaries of the grant date. This means half the 1,050 shares vest after one year and the remaining half vest after two years, assuming continued service or satisfaction of conditions.
Was this Atlanticus (ATLC) director transaction a market buy or sell?
The transaction was not a market buy or sell; it was a grant or award of restricted stock. The Form 4 codes it as an acquisition of 1,050 shares at $0.00 per share, indicating compensation rather than an open-market purchase or sale on a stock exchange.