Chewy, Inc. (NYSE: CHWY) director receives 10,665 RSUs and updates holdings
Filing Impact
Filing Sentiment
Form Type
4
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
STAR JAMES A reported acquisition or exercise transactions in this Form 4 filing.
Chewy, Inc. director James A. Star reported an equity compensation award and updated holdings in Class A common stock. He received a grant of 10,665 restricted stock units (RSUs) on July 9, 2026 as compensation for board service. These RSUs vest on the earlier of the 2027 annual stockholders meeting, one year from grant, or a change of control, subject to his continued board service, with each RSU delivering one share upon settlement. The filing also reports direct and indirect ownership positions, including shares held through Downstream Partners, LP via a family trust, for which he disclaims beneficial ownership beyond his pecuniary interest.
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Insider Trade Summary
4 transactions reported
Mixed
4 txns
Insider
STAR JAMES A
Role
Director
| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grant/Award | Class A Common Stock | 10,665 | $0.00 | -- |
| holding | Class A Common Stock | -- | -- | -- |
| holding | Class A Common Stock | -- | -- | -- |
| holding | Class A Common Stock | -- | -- | -- |
Holdings After Transaction:
Class A Common Stock — 10,665 shares (Direct);
Class A Common Stock — 325,987 shares (Indirect, See footnote)
Footnotes (1)
- Represents restricted stock units ("RSUs") granted to the reporting person on July 9, 2026 as compensation for service as a director. The RSUs will vest on the earlier of (1) the date of Chewy, Inc.'s annual meeting of stockholders in 2027, (2) one year from the date of grant, or (3) a change of control, each subject to the reporting person's continued service as a director on the Board of Directors of Chewy, Inc. through the vesting date. Each RSU represents a contingent right to receive one share of Class A common stock of Chewy, Inc. Represents shares of Class A Common Stock owned by Downstream Partners, LP, in which the reporting person and his spouse have an indirect interest through a family trust. The reporting person disclaims beneficial ownership of the shares except to the extent of his pecuniary interest therein. Represents vested RSUs that remain unsettled and will settle on the earliest of the date of the reporting person leaving the Board of Directors, the reporting person's death or disability, and a change in control of Chewy, Inc.
Key Figures
RSU grant size: 10,665 RSUs
RSU grant price: $0.0000 per share
Indirect holdings: 325,987 shares
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RSU grant size
10,665 RSUs
Restricted stock units granted on July 9, 2026 as director compensation
RSU grant price
$0.0000 per share
Reported transaction price per share for the 10,665 RSUs
Indirect holdings
325,987 shares
Class A Common Stock held indirectly through Downstream Partners, LP
Direct holdings block 1
3,523 shares
Direct Class A Common Stock position following reported transaction
Direct holdings block 2
159,724 shares
Additional direct Class A Common Stock position following reported transaction
RSUs following grant
10,665 units
Total RSUs reported as directly held after the July 9, 2026 award
RSU vesting outside date
2027 annual meeting / 1 year
Vests on earlier of 2027 annual meeting, one year from grant, or change of control
Key Terms
restricted stock units ("RSUs"), change of control, pecuniary interest, unsettled, +1 more
5 terms
restricted stock units ("RSUs") financial
"Represents 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 of control financial
"vest on the earlier of ... one year from the date of grant, or (3) a change of control"
A change of control occurs when the ownership or management of a company shifts significantly, such as through a sale, merger, or acquisition, resulting in new leadership or ownership structure. This change can impact the company's direction and decision-making, which is important for investors because it may affect the company's stability, strategy, and future prospects.
pecuniary interest financial
"disclaims beneficial ownership of the shares except to the extent of his pecuniary interest therein"
unsettled financial
"Represents vested RSUs that remain unsettled and will settle on the earliest"
beneficial ownership financial
"The reporting person disclaims beneficial ownership of the shares except"
Beneficial ownership means the person or entity that actually enjoys the benefits of owning shares or other assets — such as receiving dividends, voting rights, or price gains — even if the legal title is held in another name. For investors it matters because knowing who truly controls and profits from a company reveals who can influence decisions, exposes potential conflicts of interest or hidden concentration of power, and affects transparency and risk in the stock.
FAQ
What equity award did Chewy (CHWY) director James A. Star receive?
James A. Star received 10,665 restricted stock units (RSUs) of Chewy Class A common stock as compensation for serving on the Board of Directors, with each RSU representing a contingent right to one share.
When do the new RSUs for Chewy (CHWY) director James A. Star vest?
The 10,665 RSUs vest on the earlier of Chewy’s 2027 annual stockholders meeting, one year from the July 9, 2026 grant date, or a change of control, if he continues serving on the board.
Does James A. Star’s Chewy (CHWY) Form 4 show any stock sales or purchases?
No open-market purchases or sales are reported. The filing records an RSU equity award and several holding entries reflecting direct and indirect ownership, without any buy or sell transactions.