DocuSign (DOCU) CEO exercises stock units and covers tax bill with shares
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Rhea-AI Filing Summary
DocuSign President and CEO Allan C. Thygesen reported routine equity compensation activity. On June 15, 2026, he exercised performance stock units and restricted stock units that each convert into one share of common stock, adding to his direct holdings.
As part of the same event, 32,510 shares of common stock were withheld by DocuSign to cover tax obligations triggered by the vesting of these awards, rather than being sold in the open market. Following these transactions, Thygesen directly owned 217,798 shares of common stock, reflecting compensation-related vesting and associated tax withholding, not discretionary buying or selling.
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Insider Trade Summary
65,561 shares exercised/converted
Mixed
10 txns
Insider
Thygesen Allan C.
Role
President and CEO
| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exercise | Restricted Stock Units | 11,497 | $0.00 | -- |
| Exercise | Restricted Stock Units | 8,749 | $0.00 | -- |
| Exercise | Restricted Stock Units | 10,466 | $0.00 | -- |
| Exercise | Restricted Stock Units | 10,602 | $0.00 | -- |
| Exercise | Performance Stock Units | 3,214 | $0.00 | -- |
| Exercise | Performance Stock Units | 8,750 | $0.00 | -- |
| Exercise | Performance Stock Units | 5,087 | $0.00 | -- |
| Exercise | Performance Stock Units | 7,196 | $0.00 | -- |
| Exercise | Common Stock | 65,561 | $0.00 | -- |
| Tax Withholding | Common Stock | 32,510 | $0.00 | -- |
Holdings After Transaction:
Restricted Stock Units — 22,995 shares (Direct, null);
Performance Stock Units — 0 shares (Direct, null);
Common Stock — 217,798 shares (Direct, null)
Footnotes (1)
- Represents shares withheld by the Issuer to satisfy a tax obligation realized by the Reporting Person upon the vesting and settlement of restricted stock units ("RSUs") or performance-vested restricted stock units ("PSUs"). Each RSU represents a contingent right to receive one share of the Issuer's common stock. The RSUs will vest in equal quarterly installments over four years, with a vesting commencement date of October 10, 2022, in each case subject to the Reporting Person being a service provider through each such date. The RSUs are subject to accelerated vesting in the event of a termination of employment of the Reporting Person including under certain circumstances following a change in control of the Issuer. The RSUs do not expire; they either vest or are canceled prior to vesting date. The RSUs will vest in equal quarterly installments over four years, with a vesting commencement date of May 10, 2023, in each case subject to the reporting person being a service provider through such date. The RSUs will vest in equal quarterly installments over four years, with a vesting commencement date of May 10, 2024, in each case subject to the reporting person being a service provider through such date. The RSUs will vest quarterly over a four year period commencing May 10, 2025, with 40% vesting during year 1, 35% vesting during year 2, 15% vesting during year 3, and 10% vesting during year 4, in each case subject to the Reporting Person being a service provider through each such date. Each PSU represents a contingent right to receive one share of the Issuer's common stock. The PSUs will vest depending on the Company's subscription revenue for the twelve-month period ended January 31, 2024 (the "FY24 Performance Period"). The maximum number of subscription revenue-based PSUs that may vest is capped at 200% of the target number of subscription revenue-based PSUs. To the extent achieved, 1/3 of any achieved subscription revenue-based PSUs will vest following the one-year anniversary of the date of grant and the balance will vest in eight equal quarterly installments thereafter, subject to continued service with certain limited exceptions. The PSUs will vest depending on the Company's free cash flow for the FY24 Performance Period. The maximum number of free cash flow-based PSUs that may vest is capped at 200% of the target number of free cash flow-based PSUs. To the extent achieved, 1/3 of any achieved free cash flow-based PSUs will vest following the one-year anniversary of the date of grant and the balance will vest in eight equal quarterly installments thereafter, subject to continued service with certain limited exceptions. The PSUs will vest depending on the Company's subscription revenue for the twelve-month period ended January 31, 2025 (the "FY25 Performance Period"). The maximum number of subscription revenue-based PSUs that may vest is capped at 200% of the target number of subscription revenue-based PSUs. To the extent achieved, 1/3 of any achieved subscription revenue-based PSUs will vest following the one-year anniversary of the vesting commencement date and the balance will vest in eight equal quarterly installments thereafter, subject to continued service with certain limited exceptions. The PSUs will vest depending on the Company's free cash flow for the FY25 Performance Period. The maximum number of free cash flow-based PSUs that may vest is capped at 200% of the target number of free cash flow-based PSUs. To the extent achieved, 1/3 of any achieved free cash flow-based PSUs will vest following the one-year anniversary of the vesting commencement date and the balance will vest in eight equal quarterly installments thereafter, subject to continued service with certain limited exceptions.
Key Figures
Tax-withholding shares: 32,510 shares
Common shares acquired via exercise: 65,561 shares
Post-transaction common holdings: 217,798 shares
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Tax-withholding shares
32,510 shares
Shares withheld to satisfy tax obligation on June 15, 2026
Common shares acquired via exercise
65,561 shares
Exercise of derivative securities into common stock
Post-transaction common holdings
217,798 shares
Directly owned by CEO after reported transactions
Performance stock units converted
7,196 shares
Performance stock units converting into common stock
Additional PSUs converted
5,087 shares
Another PSU tranche converting into common stock
Restricted stock units converted
10,602 shares
RSUs converting into common stock on June 15, 2026
Further RSUs converted
10,466 shares
Additional RSUs converting into common stock
Key Terms
Restricted Stock Units, Performance Stock Units, subscription revenue, free cash flow, +2 more
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Restricted Stock Units financial
"Represents shares withheld by the Issuer to satisfy a tax obligation realized by the Reporting Person upon the vesting and settlement of restricted stock units ("RSUs")"
Restricted stock units are a type of company reward where employees are promised shares of stock, but they only fully own these shares after meeting certain conditions, like staying with the company for a set time. They matter because they can become valuable assets and are often used to motivate employees to help the company succeed.
Performance Stock Units financial
"Represents shares withheld by the Issuer to satisfy a tax obligation realized by the Reporting Person upon the vesting and settlement of restricted stock units ("RSUs") or performance-vested restricted stock units ("PSUs")"
Performance stock units are a type of company award that grants employees shares of stock only if certain performance goals are met. They motivate employees to work toward specific company achievements, aligning their interests with those of shareholders. For investors, they can influence a company's future stock supply and reflect management’s confidence in reaching key targets.
subscription revenue financial
"The PSUs will vest depending on the Company's subscription revenue for the twelve-month period ended January 31, 2024"
Payments a company receives on a regular schedule from customers who pay to access a product or service over time, like a magazine or gym membership fee. Investors care because these recurring payments create more predictable sales and cash flow, make future revenue easier to forecast, and indicate customer loyalty; changes in subscription growth or churn can quickly affect a company’s valuation and financial health.
free cash flow financial
"The PSUs will vest depending on the Company's free cash flow for the FY24 Performance Period"
Free cash flow is the amount of money a company has left over after paying all its expenses and investing in its business, like buying equipment or updating facilities. It shows how much cash is available to reward shareholders, pay down debt, or save for future growth. This helps investors understand if a company is financially healthy and able to grow.
FY24 Performance Period financial
"The PSUs will vest depending on the Company's subscription revenue for the twelve-month period ended January 31, 2024 (the "FY24 Performance Period")"
change in control financial
"The RSUs are subject to accelerated vesting in the event of a termination of employment of the Reporting Person including under certain circumstances following a change in control of the Issuer"
A "change in control" occurs when the ownership or management of a company shifts significantly, such as through a merger, acquisition, or sale of a large part of its assets. This change can impact how the company is run and may influence its future direction. For investors, it matters because it can affect the company's stability, strategy, and value, often signaling potential changes in investment risk or opportunity.
FAQ
What insider transactions did DocuSign (DOCU) report for CEO Allan Thygesen?
DocuSign reported that CEO Allan Thygesen exercised multiple performance and restricted stock units into common shares, while 32,510 shares were withheld to satisfy tax obligations. These were compensation-related events, not open-market purchases or sales of DocuSign stock.
What equity awards vested for DocuSign (DOCU) CEO in this filing?
The CEO had restricted stock units and performance stock units vest, each convertible into one share of DocuSign common stock. These awards vest over multi-year schedules tied to service, subscription revenue, and free cash flow performance for specified fiscal-year periods.
How are DocuSign (DOCU) performance stock units structured for the CEO?
Performance stock units vest based on DocuSign’s subscription revenue and free cash flow over defined performance periods, such as FY24 and FY25. If performance targets are achieved, up to 200% of target units may vest, then settle in common shares over scheduled installments.