AtriCure (ATRC) CLO acquires 636 shares in ESPP purchase
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Rhea-AI Filing Summary
AtriCure, Inc. reported that Chief Legal Officer Karl S. Dahlquist acquired 636 shares of common stock on June 30, 2026 through the company’s 2018 Employee Stock Purchase Plan. The shares were acquired at approximately $23.78 per share, based on 85% of the $27.98 closing price on that date, bringing his direct holdings to 96,689 shares.
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Insider Trade Summary
1 transaction reported
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1 txn
Insider
Dahlquist Karl S.
Role
Chief Legal Officer
| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grant/Award | Common Stock | 636 | $23.78 | $15K |
Holdings After Transaction:
Common Stock — 96,689 shares (Direct, null)
Footnotes (1)
- Shares acquired pursuant to the AtriCure, Inc. 2018 Employee Stock Purchase Plan for the period ended June 30, 2026. In accordance with the ESPP, these shares were purchased based on 85% of the closing price of the issuer's common stock on June 30, 2026, which is the last trading day of the applicable offering period. The closing price on June 30, 2026, was $27.98.
Key Figures
Shares acquired: 636 shares
Acquisition price: $23.78 per share
Holdings after transaction: 96,689 shares
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Shares acquired
636 shares
Common stock acquired on June 30, 2026 via 2018 ESPP
Acquisition price
$23.78 per share
Price used for ESPP acquisition on June 30, 2026
Holdings after transaction
96,689 shares
Direct common stock holdings following June 30, 2026 acquisition
Closing price
$27.98 per share
Issuer’s common stock closing price on June 30, 2026
ESPP discount rate
85% of closing price
Plan formula applied to June 30, 2026 closing price
Key Terms
Employee Stock Purchase Plan, ESPP, closing price, offering period
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Employee Stock Purchase Plan financial
"Shares acquired pursuant to the AtriCure, Inc. 2018 Employee Stock Purchase Plan for the period ended June 30, 2026."
An employee stock purchase plan is a company program that lets workers buy shares through small payroll deductions, often at a discount to the market price and after a set offering period. Think of it like a workplace savings plan that turns into ownership: it encourages employees to share in the company’s success and can create predictable buying or selling of stock that investors watch because it affects supply, demand and employee incentives.
ESPP financial
"In accordance with the ESPP, these shares were purchased based on 85% of the closing price of the issuer's common stock on June 30, 2026."
An Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) is a company program that lets employees buy the company’s shares at a reduced price, usually by setting aside a small portion of their pay over time. It matters to investors because it encourages employees to own part of the business—like giving staff a discounted membership— which can boost commitment and performance, while also potentially increasing the number of shares available and affecting shareholder value.
closing price financial
"The closing price on June 30, 2026, was $27.98."
offering period financial
"June 30, 2026, which is the last trading day of the applicable offering period."
FAQ
What insider transaction did AtriCure (ATRC) report for Karl S. Dahlquist?
AtriCure reported that Chief Legal Officer Karl S. Dahlquist acquired 636 shares of common stock. The shares were obtained through the company’s 2018 Employee Stock Purchase Plan at a discounted price tied to the June 30, 2026 closing price.
Was the AtriCure (ATRC) insider transaction an open-market purchase?
The transaction was not an open-market trade; it occurred under AtriCure’s 2018 Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Shares were acquired at 85% of the June 30, 2026 closing price, consistent with the plan’s purchase mechanics rather than a discretionary market buy.
What is the role of Karl S. Dahlquist at AtriCure (ATRC)?
Karl S. Dahlquist serves as Chief Legal Officer at AtriCure. In this capacity, he is a reporting person for insider transactions such as the 636-share acquisition disclosed under the company’s 2018 Employee Stock Purchase Plan for the period ended June 30, 2026.