Becton Dickinson (NYSE: BDX) director adds 210 deferred stock rights
Filing Impact
Filing Sentiment
Form Type
4
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Becton Dickinson & Co director Robert Luther Huffines received 210 derivative rights to common stock under the BD Deferred Compensation Plan. The rights were granted at a reference price of $149.04 per right and increase his total deferred rights to 404.
Each right converts into one share of common stock, and the securities are distributed after his service as a director ends or on dates he previously specified. The total also reflects rights acquired through dividend reinvestment and adjustments related to combining the Biosciences and Diagnostic Solutions businesses with Waters Corp.
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Insider Trade Summary
1 transaction reported
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Insider
Huffines Robert Luther
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| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grant/Award | Rights to Common Stock Under BD Deferred Compensation Plan | 210 | $149.04 | $31K |
Holdings After Transaction:
Rights to Common Stock Under BD Deferred Compensation Plan — 404 shares (Direct, null)
Footnotes (1)
- The securities convert to common stock on a one-for-one basis. The securities are distributed following termination of the reporting person's service as a director, or on the date or dates specified by the reporting person. Includes rights acquired through dividend investment since the last report filed by the reporting person. Reflects the adjustments made in connection with the combination of the Biosciences and Diagnostic Solutions businesses with Waters Corp. to the number of previously reported derivative securities held by the reporting person.
Key Figures
Deferred rights granted: 210 rights
Grant reference price: $149.04 per right
Total deferred rights after grant: 404 rights
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4 metrics
Deferred rights granted
210 rights
Rights to Common Stock under BD Deferred Compensation Plan on May 8, 2026
Grant reference price
$149.04 per right
Price used for the 210 rights award
Total deferred rights after grant
404 rights
Derivative securities following the reported transaction
Conversion ratio
1 right : 1 share
Each right converts into one share of common stock
Key Terms
Deferred Compensation Plan, Rights to Common Stock, derivative securities, dividend investment, +1 more
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Deferred Compensation Plan financial
"Rights to Common Stock Under BD Deferred Compensation Plan"
A deferred compensation plan is an arrangement where an employer agrees to pay part of an employee’s pay or bonus at a later date instead of immediately, often to reduce current tax bills or to tie rewards to long-term performance. For investors it matters because these promises create future cash obligations and influence executive incentives and retention; they can affect a company’s reported liabilities, cash flow planning and the risk profile if the business faces financial trouble.
Rights to Common Stock financial
"Rights to Common Stock Under BD Deferred Compensation Plan"
derivative securities financial
"the number of previously reported derivative securities held by the reporting person"
Financial contracts whose value is tied to the price or performance of another asset, such as a stock, bond, commodity, index, or currency; examples include options, futures and swaps. They matter to investors because they let you protect against price swings, bet on future moves or gain larger exposure with less upfront cash—like using a lever or insurance policy on an investment—so they can amplify gains and losses and help manage portfolio risk.
dividend investment financial
"Includes rights acquired through dividend investment since the last report"
one-for-one basis financial
"The securities convert to common stock on a one-for-one basis"
FAQ
What insider transaction did BDX director Robert Luther Huffines report?
Robert Luther Huffines reported receiving 210 rights to Becton Dickinson common stock under the BD Deferred Compensation Plan. These rights are a derivative-based award that adds to his existing balance and are structured to convert into common shares at a later distribution date.
How many deferred stock rights does the BDX director hold after this Form 4?
Following this transaction, Robert Luther Huffines holds 404 rights to Becton Dickinson common stock. This figure includes the 210 newly awarded rights, prior holdings, rights acquired through dividend investment, and adjustments tied to the Waters Corp business combination.
At what reference price were the new BDX deferred stock rights granted?
The 210 new rights were granted at a reference price of $149.04 per right. This price reflects the value used for the deferred compensation accounting and does not represent a cash purchase or sale in the open market by the reporting director.
When will the BDX deferred compensation rights be distributed to the director?
The deferred compensation rights are distributed after Robert Luther Huffines’ service as a director ends, or on specific dates he previously chose. This means the award is designed for long-term deferral, aligning payout timing with his board service and elected distribution schedule.
How do the reported rights relate to Becton Dickinson common stock?
Each reported right converts into one share of Becton Dickinson common stock on a one-for-one basis. The position therefore represents an economic interest in future shares, rather than immediate ownership of common stock, until the distribution conditions are satisfied and conversion occurs.
What adjustments affected the director’s previously reported BDX derivative securities?
The filing notes that the reported balance reflects adjustments from combining Becton Dickinson’s Biosciences and Diagnostic Solutions businesses with Waters Corp. These adjustments changed the number of derivative securities previously reported, aligning the director’s deferred rights with the restructured business arrangement.