CSX (CSX) CEO granted phantom stock through deferred compensation plan
Filing Impact
Filing Sentiment
Form Type
4
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
CSX CORP President & CEO Stephen F. Angel reported an acquisition of phantom stock units through a company deferred compensation plan. On April 1, 2026, he received a grant of 218 units of phantom stock at a reference price of $41.44 per unit, held indirectly in the CSX Executive Deferred Compensation Plan.
Each phantom stock unit is the economic equivalent of one share of CSX common stock and will be settled in cash according to his prior distribution election. After this award, his plan account holds 1,432 phantom stock units, which includes 3.57 units credited in connection with a March 13, 2026 dividend at $37.18 per share.
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Insider Trade Summary
1 transaction reported
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Insider
ANGEL STEPHEN F
Role
President & CEO
| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grant/Award | Phantom Stock | 218 | $41.44 | $9K |
Holdings After Transaction:
Phantom Stock — 1,432 shares (Indirect, CSX Executive Deferred Compensation Plan)
Footnotes (1)
- Each unit of phantom stock is the economic equivalent of one share of Company common stock. Units of phantom stock become payable, in cash, consistent with the Reporting Person's distribution election made at the time of deferral. Includes 3.57 units of phantom stock acquired in connection with the payment of a dividend on March 13, 2026 at $37.18 per share. By Trustee, CSX Corporation Executive Deferred Compensation Plan.
Key Figures
Phantom stock units granted: 218 units
Reference price per unit: $41.44 per unit
Total phantom units after grant: 1,432 units
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Phantom stock units granted
218 units
Grant on April 1, 2026
Reference price per unit
$41.44 per unit
Phantom stock grant price
Total phantom units after grant
1,432 units
Balance following April 1, 2026 transaction
Dividend-related phantom units
3.57 units
Credited from March 13, 2026 dividend
Dividend share price
$37.18 per share
Price used for March 13, 2026 dividend credit
Conversion price
$0.00
Conversion or exercise price for phantom stock
Key Terms
Phantom Stock, CSX Executive Deferred Compensation Plan, economic equivalent, payable, in cash, +1 more
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Phantom Stock financial
"Each unit of phantom stock is the economic equivalent of one share of Company common stock."
A phantom stock is a form of compensation that gives employees or executives the benefits of stock ownership, such as the increase in stock value, without actually giving them real shares. It acts like a promise to pay the employee the equivalent value of company stock later, often as a bonus or incentive. This allows companies to motivate and reward staff without diluting ownership or transferring actual shares.
CSX Executive Deferred Compensation Plan financial
"Nature of ownership: CSX Executive Deferred Compensation Plan."
economic equivalent financial
"Each unit of phantom stock is the economic equivalent of one share of Company common stock."
payable, in cash financial
"Units of phantom stock become payable, in cash, consistent with the Reporting Person's distribution election."
dividend financial
"Includes 3.57 units of phantom stock acquired in connection with the payment of a dividend on March 13, 2026 at $37.18 per share."
A dividend is a payment that a company gives to its shareholders, usually from its profits. It’s like a bonus or reward for owning the company's stock, and it can provide a steady income stream for investors. Companies pay dividends to share their success with the people who own their stock.
FAQ
What insider transaction did CSX (CSX) report for Stephen F. Angel?
CSX reported that President & CEO Stephen F. Angel acquired 218 units of phantom stock on April 1, 2026. The units were granted as a compensation award and are held indirectly through the CSX Executive Deferred Compensation Plan for his benefit.
What is the size and price of the phantom stock award reported by CSX (CSX)?
The award consists of 218 phantom stock units with a reference price of $41.44 per unit. Each unit tracks the value of one CSX common share, providing cash-settled, share-linked compensation rather than direct ownership of common stock.
How many phantom stock units does Stephen F. Angel hold after this CSX (CSX) Form 4?
Following the April 1, 2026 grant, Stephen F. Angel’s account shows 1,432 phantom stock units. This total includes 3.57 units credited from a March 13, 2026 dividend reinvestment at $37.18 per share within the deferred compensation plan.
How do CSX (CSX) phantom stock units work for executives?
Each CSX phantom stock unit is economically equivalent to one share of company common stock, but is paid out in cash. Payout timing follows the executive’s distribution election at the time of deferral, aligning compensation value with CSX’s share performance without issuing new shares.
Is Stephen F. Angel’s CSX (CSX) phantom stock held directly or indirectly?
The phantom stock is held indirectly through the CSX Executive Deferred Compensation Plan, with a trustee holding the units. The Form 4 describes the ownership as indirect, identifying the plan as the vehicle through which the economic interest is maintained for the executive.