Cardinal Health exec granted 5,868 stock units

For CARDINAL HEALTH INC (CAH), executive Stephen M. Mason, CEO of the GMPD Segment, reported equity compensation activity.

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

For CARDINAL HEALTH INC (CAH), executive Stephen M. Mason, CEO of the GMPD Segment, reported equity compensation activity. On August 15, 2026, he received a grant of 5,868 restricted share units (RSUs) that vest in three equal annual installments beginning August 15, 2027. On the same date, 25,289 common shares were withheld at $235.17 per share to satisfy tax withholding obligations arising from the vesting of 10,966 RSUs and 46,992 performance share units.

Insider Trade Summary

2 transactions reported

Mixed 2 txns

Insider Mason Stephen M

Role CEO, GMPD Segment

Type	Security	Shares	Price	Value
Grant/Award	Common Shares F1	5,868	$0.00	$0.00
Tax Withholding	Common Shares F2, F3	25,289	$235.17	$5.95M

Holdings After Transaction: Common Shares — 53,061 shares (Direct)

Footnotes (3)

1. F1. Grant of restricted share units ("RSUs") that vest in three equal annual installments beginning on August 15, 2027.
2. F2. Represents withholding of shares to satisfy tax withholding obligations of the reporting person in connection with the vesting of 10,966 RSUs and 46,992 performance share units.
3. F3. Reflects closing price on prior business day.

Key Figures

RSUs granted: 5,868 shares Shares withheld for taxes: 25,289 shares Withholding share price: $235.17 per share +2 more

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RSUs granted 5,868 shares Restricted share units granted to Stephen M. Mason on August 15, 2026

Shares withheld for taxes 25,289 shares Common shares withheld to satisfy tax withholding obligations on August 15, 2026

Withholding share price $235.17 per share Value used for tax withholding, reflecting closing price on prior business day

RSUs vested 10,966 units RSUs vesting that triggered tax withholding on August 15, 2026

Performance share units vested 46,992 units Performance share units vesting that contributed to tax obligations

Key Terms

restricted share units ("RSUs"), performance share units, tax withholding obligations

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restricted share units ("RSUs") financial

"Grant of restricted share units ("RSUs") that vest in three equal annual"

performance share units financial

"vesting of 10,966 RSUs and 46,992 performance share units."

Performance share units are a type of company stock award given to employees that depend on the company meeting specific goals or targets. If these goals are achieved, the employee receives shares or the value of shares; if not, they may receive little or no compensation. This aligns employees’ interests with the company's success and encourages performance that benefits investors.

tax withholding obligations financial

"Represents withholding of shares to satisfy tax withholding obligations"

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What equity award did CAH executive Stephen M. Mason receive on August 15, 2026?

Stephen M. Mason received a grant of 5,868 restricted share units (RSUs) on August 15, 2026. These RSUs vest in three equal annual installments beginning on August 15, 2027, representing ongoing long-term incentive compensation.

How many Cardinal Health (CAH) shares were withheld for taxes for Stephen M. Mason?

On August 15, 2026, 25,289 common shares of Cardinal Health were withheld for Stephen M. Mason’s tax withholding obligations. This was tied to the vesting of RSUs and performance share units and is not an open-market sale.

At what price were CAH shares valued for Stephen M. Mason’s tax withholding?

The 25,289 withheld shares were valued at $235.17 per share. A footnote states this price reflects the closing price on the prior business day, and it was used solely to determine the value for tax withholding purposes.

What RSU vesting schedule applies to Stephen M. Mason’s new CAH award?

The 5,868 RSUs granted to Stephen M. Mason vest in three equal annual installments, starting on August 15, 2027. This schedule spreads the vesting over three years as part of his long-term incentive structure.

What prior awards vested for CAH executive Stephen M. Mason on August 15, 2026?

On August 15, 2026, 10,966 RSUs and 46,992 performance share units vested for Stephen M. Mason. Shares were then withheld to cover related tax obligations, as disclosed in the Form 4 footnotes.

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SEC Form 4

FORM 4

UNITED 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).

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1. Name and Address of Reporting Person^*

Mason Stephen M

(Last) (First) (Middle)

7000 CARDINAL PLACE

(Street)

DUBLIN OHIO 43017

(City) (State) (Zip)

UNITED STATES

(Country)

2. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
CARDINAL HEALTH INC [ CAH ]

5. Relationship of Reporting Person(s) to Issuer
(Check all applicable)

	Director		10% Owner
X	Officer (give title below)		Other (specify below)
	CEO, GMPD Segment

2a. Foreign Trading Symbol

3. Date of Earliest Transaction (Month/Day/Year)
08/15/2026

6. Individual or Joint/Group Filing (Check Applicable Line)

X	Form 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)
			Code	V	Amount	(A) or (D)	Price
Common Shares	08/15/2026		A(1)		5,868	A	$0	78,350	D
Common Shares	08/15/2026		F(2)		25,289	D	$235.17(3)	53,061	D

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)
				Code	V	(A)	(D)	Date Exercisable	Expiration Date	Title	Amount or Number of Shares

Explanation of Responses:

1. Grant of restricted share units ("RSUs") that vest in three equal annual installments beginning on August 15, 2027.

2. Represents withholding of shares to satisfy tax withholding obligations of the reporting person in connection with the vesting of 10,966 RSUs and 46,992 performance share units.

3. Reflects closing price on prior business day.

Remarks:

	/s/ Amanda S. Pashi, Attorney-in-fact	08/18/2026
	** Signature of Reporting Person	Date
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* Form 4: SEC 1474 (03-26)