Danaher (NYSE: DHR) SVP reports tax withholding and notional shares
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Danaher Corporation SVP and Chief Science Officer Jose-Carlos Gutierrez-Ramos reported routine equity-related transactions. On February 2, 2026, 852 shares of Danaher common stock were withheld at $223.42 per share to cover taxes tied to performance-based restricted stock units, leaving 11,304 shares of common stock held directly.
On the same date, the company made its annual contribution to his Danaher deferred compensation account, crediting 275 notional shares in the Danaher Stock Fund at a reference price of $218.89 per share. Following this, he held 1,447.296 notional shares directly in the deferred compensation programs, which convert into common stock on a one-for-one basis under plan terms.
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Insider Trade Summary
| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grant/Award | Danaher Deferred Compensation Programs - Danaher Stock Fund | 275 | $218.89 | $60K |
| Tax Withholding | Common Stock | 852 | $223.42 | $190K |
Footnotes (1)
- This transaction relates to the withholding of certain shares for tax purposes in connection with the distribution of performance-based restricted stock units. Represents the Company's annual contribution to the Danaher stock fund in the reporting person's account under one or more of the plans that form part of Danaher's deferred compensation program. The Company contributions are deemed to be invested in a number of unfunded, notional shares of Danaher common stock. The price shown in Table II, Column 8 is the closing price per share of Danaher common stock as reported on the NYSE on the date used to determine the number of notional shares to be credited to the participant's account. The notional shares convert on a one-for-one basis. The vesting terms and manner and form of distribution of amounts contributed or deferred under the program are based upon the provisions of the respective plan, which provisions are summarized in the latest Danaher Corporation annual meeting proxy statement on Schedule 14A as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
FAQ
What insider transactions did Danaher (DHR) report for Jose-Carlos Gutierrez-Ramos?
The filing shows tax-related share withholding and a deferred compensation credit. 852 shares of common stock were withheld for taxes, and 275 notional shares were added to a Danaher Stock Fund account as part of the company’s deferred compensation program.
Was the Danaher (DHR) Form 4 transaction an open-market sale by the executive?
No, the Form 4 states the 852 shares were withheld for tax purposes tied to performance-based restricted stock units. This reflects shares retained by the company to satisfy tax obligations, not a discretionary open-market sale by the executive.
What is the deferred compensation Danaher Stock Fund position reported for DHR’s SVP?
The officer received 275 notional shares credited at $218.89 per share as the company’s annual contribution. After this transaction, his deferred compensation programs showed 1,447.296 notional shares linked to Danaher common stock on a one-for-one conversion basis.
What do the transaction codes F and A mean in this Danaher (DHR) Form 4?
The code F indicates 852 shares withheld to cover taxes from an equity award. The code A reflects an acquisition of 275 notional shares through the company’s annual contribution to the Danaher Stock Fund within a deferred compensation program.