Cognex (CGNX) CEO Matthew Moschner awarded options, RSUs and tax share withholding
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Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Cognex Corporation director and CEO & President Matthew Moschner reported equity compensation transactions. On February 17, 2026, he received 58,744 non-qualified stock options and 56,928 restricted stock units, both at a grant price of $0.00. The options vest in five approximately equal annual installments starting on the first anniversary of the grant date. The restricted stock units vest in stages of approximately 20%, 30%, and 50% over three years from the grant date. On February 18, 2026, 5,085 restricted stock units converted into 5,085 shares of common stock, increasing his directly held common stock to 13,447 shares. On the same date, 1,600 shares of common stock at $56.72 per share were withheld to cover tax obligations related to the vesting RSUs, reducing directly held common stock to 11,847 shares. Each restricted stock unit represents the right to receive one share of Cognex common stock.
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Insider Trade Summary
5,085 shares exercised/converted
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21 txns
Insider
Moschner Matthew
Role
CEO & President
| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exercise | Restricted Stock Unit | 5,085 | $0.00 | -- |
| Exercise | Common Stock | 5,085 | $0.00 | -- |
| Tax Withholding | Common Stock | 1,600 | $56.72 | $91K |
| Grant/Award | Non-Qualified Stock Option (right to buy) | 58,744 | $0.00 | -- |
| Grant/Award | Restricted Stock Unit | 56,928 | $0.00 | -- |
| holding | Non-Qualified Stock Option (right to buy) | -- | -- | -- |
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| holding | Restricted Stock Unit | -- | -- | -- |
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Holdings After Transaction:
Restricted Stock Unit — 20,339 shares (Direct);
Common Stock — 13,447 shares (Direct);
Non-Qualified Stock Option (right to buy) — 58,744 shares (Direct)
Footnotes (1)
- This disposition represents shares withheld to satisfy tax withholding obligations on the restricted stock units that vested on February 18, 2026 and are reported herein. The options vest in five approximately equal annual installments on the first, second, third, fourth, and fifth anniversaries of the grant date (February 17, 2026). Each restricted stock unit represents a contingent right to receive one share of Cognex Corporation common stock. The restricted stock units vest approximately 20%, 30%, and 50% on the first, second, and third anniversaries of the grant date (February 18, 2025), respectively. The restricted stock units vest approximately 20%, 30%, and 50% on the first, second, and third anniversaries of the grant date (February 17, 2026), respectively.
FAQ
What insider transactions did Cognex (CGNX) report for Matthew Moschner?
Cognex reported that CEO & President Matthew Moschner received stock options and restricted stock units, plus an automatic share withholding for taxes. The activity reflects equity compensation grants and RSU vesting rather than open-market buying or selling of Cognex common stock.
How many Cognex (CGNX) stock options were granted to the CEO?
Matthew Moschner was granted 58,744 non-qualified stock options on February 17, 2026. These options vest in five approximately equal annual installments, beginning on the first anniversary of the grant date, aligning his long-term incentives with Cognex’s multi-year performance.
What restricted stock unit grants did Cognex (CGNX) make to its CEO?
Cognex granted 56,928 restricted stock units to Matthew Moschner on February 17, 2026. These RSUs vest approximately 20%, 30%, and 50% on the first, second, and third anniversaries of the grant date, with each unit representing one share of Cognex common stock.
How do Cognex (CGNX) restricted stock units work for the CEO?
Each restricted stock unit gives Matthew Moschner a contingent right to one Cognex common share. Units vest over time, typically in scheduled annual tranches. When they vest, shares are delivered and some may be withheld automatically to cover associated tax obligations.