CarGurus (CARG) director Manik Gupta receives 7,339 RSUs equity award
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Filing Sentiment
Form Type
4
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Gupta Manik reported acquisition or exercise transactions in this Form 4 filing.
CarGurus, Inc. director Manik Gupta received an equity award in the form of 7,339 shares of Class A common stock, granted at no cash cost as restricted stock units (RSUs). Following this grant, his direct holdings total 24,137 shares. The RSUs will vest 100% on the first anniversary of the grant date, as long as he continues serving as a director, and vesting may accelerate if there is a Change in Control under the company’s Omnibus Incentive Compensation Plan.
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Insider Trade Summary
1 transaction reported
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Insider
Gupta Manik
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| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grant/Award | Class A Common Stock | 7,339 | $0.00 | -- |
Holdings After Transaction:
Class A Common Stock — 24,137 shares (Direct, null)
Footnotes (1)
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Key Figures
RSU grant size: 7,339 shares
Post-transaction holdings: 24,137 shares
Vesting schedule: 100% after 1 year
3 metrics
RSU grant size
7,339 shares
Class A common stock RSUs granted to director
Post-transaction holdings
24,137 shares
Direct Class A common stock after RSU grant
Vesting schedule
100% after 1 year
RSUs vest on first anniversary of grant date
Key Terms
restricted stock units ("RSUs"), Change in Control, Omnibus Incentive Compensation Plan
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restricted stock units ("RSUs") financial
"Represents shares issuable upon settlement of restricted stock units ("RSUs") granted to the Reporting Person."
Restricted stock units (RSUs) are a company promise to give an employee shares of stock (or cash equivalent) in the future, but only after certain conditions—usually staying with the company for a set time or hitting performance goals—are met. Investors watch RSUs because when they vest they increase the number of shares outstanding and can lead insiders to sell shares, affecting share price, company dilution and the true cost of employee pay.
Change in Control financial
"Such vesting may be accelerated in connection with a Change in Control (as defined in the Issuer's Omnibus Incentive Compensation Plan)."
A "change in control" occurs when the ownership or management of a company shifts significantly, such as through a merger, acquisition, or sale of a large part of its assets. This change can impact how the company is run and may influence its future direction. For investors, it matters because it can affect the company's stability, strategy, and value, often signaling potential changes in investment risk or opportunity.
Omnibus Incentive Compensation Plan financial
"Change in Control (as defined in the Issuer's Omnibus Incentive Compensation Plan)."
An omnibus incentive compensation plan is a single, flexible program that lets a company grant different kinds of pay — such as cash bonuses, stock options, restricted stock, or performance awards — to employees, executives and directors. Investors care because the plan affects how much ownership can be given away (dilution), how much the company spends on pay, and whether executives’ goals are aligned with shareholders, much like a menu that decides what rewards staff can pick and how costly they are.
FAQ
What insider transaction did CarGurus (CARG) director Manik Gupta report?
Manik Gupta reported receiving 7,339 shares of Class A common stock as a restricted stock unit (RSU) award. The grant is compensation-related, carries no purchase price, and increases his direct holdings to 24,137 shares after the award.
When do Manik Gupta’s new CarGurus (CARG) RSUs vest?
The 7,339 RSUs granted to Manik Gupta will vest 100% on the first anniversary of the grant date. Vesting is conditioned on his continuous service as a director and may accelerate in connection with a qualifying Change in Control event.
What are RSUs in the context of CarGurus (CARG) director compensation?
For CarGurus, the reported RSUs are restricted stock units that each represent a contingent right to receive one share of Class A common stock. They are granted as equity compensation and only convert into shares upon satisfying vesting conditions.
Can Manik Gupta’s CarGurus (CARG) RSUs vest early?
Yes. While the RSUs normally vest on the first anniversary of the grant, vesting may be accelerated in connection with a Change in Control, as defined in CarGurus’ Omnibus Incentive Compensation Plan governing these awards.