Dow (NYSE: DOW) CEO awarded 68,230 RSUs, amends prior Form 4
Filing Impact
Filing Sentiment
Form Type
4/A
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Fitterling James R reported acquisition or exercise transactions in this Form 4 filing.
Dow Inc. Chair and CEO James R. Fitterling reported an equity award and corrected prior ownership data. He received 68,230 restricted stock units, with delivery in one installment on or about February 12, 2029, subject to continued employment. Following this award and correction, he beneficially owns 190,117 shares, including previously reported restricted stock units.
The amended filing explains that an earlier Form 4 mistakenly reported a transaction that did not occur. This amendment removes that erroneous transaction entirely and updates the total securities beneficially owned to the correct amount.
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Insider Trade Summary
1 transaction reported
Mixed
1 txn
Insider
Fitterling James R
Role
Chair and CEO
| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grant/Award | Common Stock | 68,230 | $0.00 | -- |
Holdings After Transaction:
Common Stock — 190,117 shares (Direct, null)
Footnotes (1)
- Restricted stock units to be delivered in one installment on or about February 12, 2029, subject to continued employment. Total includes previously reported restricted stock units. This amount represents the correct amount of securities beneficially owned by the Reporting Person following the reported transaction. The Form 4 filed by the Reporting Person on February 17, 2026 erroneously reported a transaction that did not occur. This amendment is being filed solely to remove the erroneously reported transaction in its entirety and corrects the total amount reflected in this column.
Key Figures
Restricted stock units granted: 68,230 units
Shares beneficially owned after transaction: 190,117 shares
RSU delivery date: February 12, 2029
3 metrics
Restricted stock units granted
68,230 units
Award reported as of February 12, 2026
Shares beneficially owned after transaction
190,117 shares
Post‑transaction holdings after amendment
RSU delivery date
February 12, 2029
Units delivered in one installment, subject to continued employment
Key Terms
restricted stock units, beneficially owned, Form 4
3 terms
restricted stock units financial
"Restricted stock units to be delivered in one installment on or about February 12, 2029"
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.
beneficially owned financial
"represents the correct amount of securities beneficially owned by the Reporting Person following the reported transaction"
Beneficially owned describes securities or assets where a person has the economic rights and control—such as the right to receive dividends and to direct voting—even if legal title is held in another name. Think of it like having the keys and using a car that’s registered to someone else: you get the benefits and make decisions. Investors care because beneficial ownership reveals who truly controls value and voting power, affecting corporate decisions and takeover dynamics.
Form 4 regulatory
"The Form 4 filed by the Reporting Person on February 17, 2026 erroneously reported a transaction"
Form 4 is a official document that company insiders, such as executives or major shareholders, file with regulators whenever they buy or sell company shares. It provides transparency about how those with inside knowledge are trading, helping investors see if insiders are confident in the company's prospects or may be selling for personal reasons. This information can influence investor decisions by revealing insiders' perspectives on the company's value.
FAQ
What did Dow (DOW) CEO James R. Fitterling report in this Form 4/A?
James R. Fitterling reported an equity compensation award and corrected prior ownership figures. The filing shows a grant of 68,230 restricted stock units and updates his beneficial ownership to 190,117 shares after removing an erroneously reported earlier transaction.
How many restricted stock units did Dow (DOW) grant to its CEO?
Dow granted James R. Fitterling 68,230 restricted stock units. These units represent a form of equity compensation that can convert into the company’s common stock, aligning the CEO’s interests with shareholders over a multi‑year vesting schedule ending in 2029.
When do James R. Fitterling’s new Dow (DOW) restricted stock units vest?
The restricted stock units are scheduled to be delivered in one installment on or about February 12, 2029. Delivery is contingent on Fitterling’s continued employment with Dow through that date, reinforcing long‑term retention and performance incentives in the company’s leadership.
Why did Dow (DOW) file this as an amended Form 4/A?
The amendment corrects an earlier Form 4 that mistakenly reported a transaction that did not occur. This Form 4/A removes the erroneous transaction in its entirety and updates the total securities beneficially owned by James R. Fitterling to the accurate 190,117‑share figure.