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Director at Birkenstock (NYSE: BIRK) nets shares after RSU vesting

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Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Birkenstock Holding plc director Arnault Alexandre reported routine equity compensation activity involving restricted stock units (RSUs). On April 29, 2026, 1,623 RSUs were exercised into the same number of Ordinary Shares, reflecting vesting of stock-based awards.

To cover tax withholding obligations on the RSU vesting, 690 Ordinary Shares were withheld at $37.50 per share rather than paid in cash. After these non‑market transactions, Alexandre directly holds 2,747 Ordinary Shares. No open‑market purchases or sales were reported in this filing.

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Insider Arnault Alexandre
Role null
Type Security Shares Price Value
Exercise Restricted Stock Units 1,623 $0.00 --
Exercise Ordinary Shares 1,623 $0.00 --
Tax Withholding Ordinary Shares 690 $37.50 $26K
Holdings After Transaction: Restricted Stock Units — 0 shares (Direct, null); Ordinary Shares — 3,437 shares (Direct, null)
Footnotes (1)
  1. Each restricted stock unit ("RSU") represents a contingent right to receive one Ordinary Share upon settlement. Represents shares withheld to pay tax withholding obligations due on the date of vesting of RSUs.
RSUs exercised 1,623 units RSUs converted into Ordinary Shares on April 29, 2026
Shares withheld for taxes 690 shares Withheld to satisfy tax obligations on RSU vesting
Withholding reference price $37.50 per share Value used for 690-share tax-withholding disposition
Shares held after transactions 2,747 shares Direct Ordinary Share holdings following Form 4 transactions
Exercise transactions 1 transaction, 1,623 shares Derivative exercise/conversion activity summarized in filing
Tax-withholding transactions 1 transaction, 690 shares Payment of tax liability by delivering securities
restricted stock unit financial
"Each restricted stock unit ("RSU") represents a contingent right to receive one Ordinary Share upon settlement."
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.
RSU financial
"Each restricted stock unit ("RSU") represents a contingent right to receive one Ordinary Share upon settlement."
Restricted stock units (RSUs) are a form of company shares given to employees as part of their compensation, usually with certain restrictions or conditions, such as remaining with the company for a set period. When these restrictions lift, employees receive actual shares that they can sell or hold. For investors, RSUs can impact a company's stock supply and reflect the company's commitment to attracting and retaining talent.
tax withholding obligations financial
"Represents shares withheld to pay tax withholding obligations due on the date of vesting of RSUs."
derivative security financial
"transaction_code_description: "Exercise or conversion of derivative security""
A derivative security is a financial contract whose value comes from the price or performance of something else, such as a stock, bond, commodity, or market index. For investors it acts like an insurance policy or a wager: it can be used to protect against losses, lock in prices, or amplify gains and losses, so it can change a portfolio’s risk and potential return without owning the underlying asset directly.
Ordinary Shares financial
"Each restricted stock unit ("RSU") represents a contingent right to receive one Ordinary Share upon settlement."
Ordinary shares are a type of ownership stake in a company, giving shareholders a right to participate in the company’s profits and decision-making through voting. They are similar to owning a piece of a business, and their value can rise or fall based on the company's performance. Investors buy ordinary shares to potentially earn dividends and benefit from the company's growth over time.
Form 4 Insider Transactions: What Each Field Means →
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).
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*
Arnault Alexandre
(Last)(First)(Middle)
1-2 BERKELEY SQUARE
(Street)
LONDONUNITED KINGDOMW1J 6EA
(City)(State)(Zip)
UNITED KINGDOM
(Country)		2. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
Birkenstock Holding plc [ BIRK ] 		5. Relationship of Reporting Person(s) to Issuer
(Check all applicable)
XDirector10% Owner
Officer (give title below)Other (specify below)
2a. Foreign Trading Symbol
3. Date of Earliest Transaction (Month/Day/Year)
04/29/2026		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
Ordinary Shares04/29/2026M1,623(1)A$03,437D
Ordinary Shares04/29/2026F690(2)D$37.52,747D
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
Restricted Stock Units(1)04/29/2026M1,623 (1) (1)Ordinary Shares1,623$00D
Explanation of Responses:
1. Each restricted stock unit ("RSU") represents a contingent right to receive one Ordinary Share upon settlement.
2. Represents shares withheld to pay tax withholding obligations due on the date of vesting of RSUs.
/s/ Johannes Liefke as attorney-in-fact for Alexandre Arnault04/30/2026
** Signature of Reporting PersonDate
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* Form 4: SEC 1474 (03-26)

Source: View Original Filing on SEC EDGAR

FAQ

What insider transactions did Birkenstock (BIRK) director Arnault Alexandre report?

Arnault Alexandre reported RSU vesting and related tax withholding. 1,623 restricted stock units converted into Ordinary Shares, and 690 shares were withheld to cover tax obligations. These were non-market transactions, not open-market buying or selling of Birkenstock shares.

Did Arnault Alexandre buy or sell Birkenstock (BIRK) shares on the open market?

No open-market trades were reported. The Form 4 shows RSU vesting into 1,623 Ordinary Shares and 690 shares withheld to satisfy tax obligations. Both events are compensation and tax mechanics, not discretionary share purchases or sales in the market.

How many Birkenstock (BIRK) shares does Arnault Alexandre hold after these transactions?

Following the reported RSU exercise and tax withholding, Arnault Alexandre directly holds 2,747 Ordinary Shares. This figure reflects his post-transaction position after 1,623 RSUs converted into shares and 690 shares were withheld for tax obligations at $37.50 per share.

What does the 690-share Birkenstock (BIRK) disposition represent in the Form 4?

The 690-share disposition represents shares withheld to pay tax obligations triggered when RSUs vested. The filing labels this as a tax-withholding transaction at $37.50 per share, meaning the shares covered taxes instead of being sold in the open market for cash.

How many restricted stock units did Birkenstock (BIRK) director Arnault Alexandre settle?

He settled 1,623 restricted stock units, each converting into one Ordinary Share. After this derivative exercise, the RSU position reported in this filing was reduced to zero, while his direct holdings of Ordinary Shares increased relative to his pre-vesting level.

Are there any remaining derivative positions for Arnault Alexandre in Birkenstock (BIRK)?

The filing’s derivative section shows 1,623 restricted stock units exercised into Ordinary Shares and a remaining balance of zero. No additional derivative positions, such as unexercised RSUs or options, are listed in this particular Form 4 disclosure.