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Becton Dickinson (BDX) EVP Garrison sells 1,100 common shares in open market

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Becton Dickinson executive Michael David Garrison reported an open-market sale of company stock. On this Form 4, he sold 1,100 shares of Becton Dickinson common stock at a price of $145.66 per share. After the transaction, he directly owns 13,172 shares of common stock.

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Insider Garrison Michael David
Role EVP & Pres Med.Essntl&BioPharm
Sold 1,100 shs ($160K)
Type Security Shares Price Value
Sale Common Stock 1,100 $145.66 $160K
Holdings After Transaction: Common Stock — 13,172 shares (Direct, null)
Footnotes (1)
Shares sold 1,100 shares Open-market sale of Becton Dickinson common stock
Sale price per share $145.66 per share Price for the 1,100 Becton Dickinson shares sold
Shares owned after sale 13,172 shares Direct Becton Dickinson common stock ownership post-transaction
Transaction code S Sale in open market or private transaction
Form 4 regulatory
"This sale is disclosed on a Form 4 insider filing with the SEC"
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.
open-market sale financial
"He sold 1,100 shares and the transaction is categorized as an open-market or private transaction"
An open-market sale is when a shareholder sells existing shares directly on a public exchange to any willing buyer, rather than through a private deal. Think of it like putting goods on a busy market stall where price is set by supply and demand; for investors it matters because such sales increase available supply, can put short-term downward pressure on the stock price, and signal changes in liquidity or investor confidence.
Common Stock financial
"He sold 1,100 shares of Becton Dickinson common stock at a price of $145.66 per share"
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.
directly owns financial
"After the transaction, he directly owns 13,172 shares of common stock"
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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).
X
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*
Garrison Michael David

(Last)(First)(Middle)
C/O BECTON, DICKINSON AND COMPANY
1 BECTON DRIVE

(Street)
FRANKLIN LAKES NEW JERSEY 07417

(City)(State)(Zip)

UNITED STATES

(Country)
2. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
BECTON DICKINSON & CO [ BDX ]
5. Relationship of Reporting Person(s) to Issuer
(Check all applicable)
Director10% Owner
XOfficer (give title below)Other (specify below)
EVP & Pres Med.Essntl&BioPharm
2a. Foreign Trading Symbol
3. Date of Earliest Transaction (Month/Day/Year)
06/24/2026
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 Stock06/24/2026S1,100D$145.6613,172D
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:
Remarks:
The reported transactions were made pursuant to a Rule 10b5-1 plan adopted by the reporting person on February 18, 2026.
Donna Kalazdy, by power of attorney from Michael David Garrison06/25/2026
** Signature of Reporting PersonDate
Reminder: Report on a separate line for each class of securities beneficially owned directly or indirectly.
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** Intentional misstatements or omissions of facts constitute Federal Criminal Violations See 18 U.S.C. 1001 and 15 U.S.C. 78ff(a).
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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)

FAQ

What insider transaction did BDX executive Michael David Garrison report?

Michael David Garrison reported an open-market sale of Becton Dickinson common stock. He sold 1,100 shares and the transaction is disclosed on a Form 4 insider filing with the SEC, showing updated direct ownership after the sale.

How many BDX shares did Michael David Garrison sell in this Form 4?

He sold 1,100 shares of Becton Dickinson common stock. This sale is categorized as an open-market or private transaction and represents only a portion of his total direct holdings disclosed in the same filing.

At what price were Michael David Garrison’s BDX shares sold?

The shares were sold at $145.66 per share. This reported sale price applies to the 1,100 shares of Becton Dickinson common stock and is explicitly listed as the transaction price in the Form 4 filing.

How many BDX shares does Michael David Garrison own after the sale?

Following the transaction, he directly owns 13,172 shares of Becton Dickinson common stock. This post-transaction holding reflects his remaining direct ownership after selling 1,100 shares as disclosed in the insider filing.

What is Michael David Garrison’s role at Becton Dickinson?

He serves as Executive Vice President and President, Medical Essential & BioPharm at Becton Dickinson. This officer title is disclosed in the insider filing, which identifies him as an officer but not a director or 10% owner.

Does this BDX Form 4 include any option exercises or derivative transactions?

No derivative securities are shown in this filing. The disclosed activity involves only a non-derivative transaction in common stock, with no options, warrants, or other derivative positions listed in the derivative transaction summary.