CrowdStrike (CRWD) director-linked LLC sells 2,500 shares for about $1.7M
Filing Impact
Filing Sentiment
Form Type
4
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc. director Gerhard Watzinger reported an indirect open-market sale of Class A common stock through Clavius Capital LLC. The entity sold 2,500 shares at a weighted average price of $685.24 per share, for roughly $1.71 million in proceeds.
After this transaction, Clavius Capital LLC held 32,391 shares indirectly. Watzinger also reported 8,084 shares held directly, 29,500 shares held indirectly through Clavius AP, LLC, and 7,000 shares held indirectly by his wife. The sale was executed in multiple trades between $685.23 and $685.81, and Watzinger disclaimed beneficial ownership beyond his pecuniary interest.
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Insider Trade Summary
Net Seller: 2,500 shares ($1,713,100)
Net Sell
4 txns
Insider
Watzinger Gerhard
Role
null
Sold
2,500 shs ($1.71M)
| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sale | Class A common stock | 2,500 | $685.24 | $1.71M |
| holding | Class A common stock | -- | -- | -- |
| holding | Class A common stock | -- | -- | -- |
| holding | Class A common stock | -- | -- | -- |
Holdings After Transaction:
Class A common stock — 32,391 shares (Indirect, By Clavius Capital LLC);
Class A common stock — 8,084 shares (Direct, null)
Footnotes (1)
- This transaction was executed in multiple trades at prices ranging from $685.23 to $685.81. The price reported above reflects the weighted average sale price. The Reporting Person hereby undertakes to provide upon request to the SEC staff, the issuer or a security holder of the issuer full information regarding the number of shares and prices at which the transaction was effected. The Reporting Person disclaims beneficial ownership of the shares except to the extent of his pecuniary interest in such shares. Includes shares to be issued in connection with the vesting of one or more restricted stock units (RSUs).
Key Figures
Shares sold: 2,500 shares
Weighted average sale price: $685.24 per share
Approximate sale value: $1.71M
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8 metrics
Shares sold
2,500 shares
Open-market sale of Class A common stock
Weighted average sale price
$685.24 per share
Open-market sale via Clavius Capital LLC
Approximate sale value
$1.71M
2,500 shares at $685.24 per share
Price range of trades
$685.23–$685.81
Multiple trades making up the reported sale
Indirect holdings after sale (Clavius Capital LLC)
32,391 shares
Class A common stock held indirectly
Direct holdings
8,084 shares
Class A common stock held directly by Watzinger
Indirect holdings via Clavius AP, LLC
29,500 shares
Class A common stock held indirectly
Indirect holdings by wife
7,000 shares
Class A common stock held indirectly
Key Terms
open-market sale, weighted average sale price, beneficial ownership, restricted stock units (RSUs), +1 more
5 terms
open-market sale financial
"transaction_action": "open-market sale""
An open-market sale is when a shareholder sells existing shares directly on a public exchange to any willing buyer, rather than through a private deal. Think of it like putting goods on a busy market stall where price is set by supply and demand; for investors it matters because such sales increase available supply, can put short-term downward pressure on the stock price, and signal changes in liquidity or investor confidence.
weighted average sale price financial
"The price reported above reflects the weighted average sale price."
beneficial ownership financial
"The Reporting Person disclaims beneficial ownership of the shares except to the extent of his pecuniary interest"
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.
restricted stock units (RSUs) financial
"Includes shares to be issued in connection with the vesting of one or more restricted stock units (RSUs)."
Restricted stock units (RSUs) are a type of company promise to give employees shares of stock in the future, usually after certain conditions like working for a set time. They are like a gift promised today that you receive later, which can become valuable if the company's stock price goes up. RSUs matter because they are a way companies reward employees and can be a significant part of compensation.
pecuniary interest financial
"except to the extent of his pecuniary interest in such shares."
FAQ
What insider transaction did CrowdStrike (CRWD) director Gerhard Watzinger report?
Gerhard Watzinger reported an indirect sale of CrowdStrike shares. Through Clavius Capital LLC, he disclosed selling 2,500 shares of Class A common stock in an open-market transaction, reflecting a routine portfolio move rather than a change in company operations.
What are Gerhard Watzinger’s other reported CrowdStrike (CRWD) holdings?
Watzinger reported both direct and additional indirect holdings. He listed 8,084 shares held directly, 29,500 shares held indirectly via Clavius AP, LLC, and 7,000 shares held indirectly by his wife, alongside the 32,391 shares held by Clavius Capital LLC.
Does the CrowdStrike (CRWD) Form 4 mention restricted stock units (RSUs)?
Yes, the filing notes shares tied to RSU vesting. A footnote states that certain reported positions include shares to be issued upon vesting of one or more restricted stock units, which are stock-based compensation awards that convert into shares over time.
How does the CrowdStrike (CRWD) Form 4 describe Watzinger’s beneficial ownership?
The filing includes a beneficial ownership disclaimer. It states that Watzinger disclaims beneficial ownership of the reported shares except to the extent of his pecuniary interest, clarifying his economic, rather than full voting or investment, stake in certain indirect holdings.