Eaton (NYSE: ETN) awards Foster new RSUs and stock options
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Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Eaton Corp plc reported that officer David B. Foster received new equity awards as part of his compensation. On April 1, 2026, he was granted 2,415 Restricted Stock Units, each representing a contingent right to receive one ordinary share of Eaton.
On the same date, Foster also received 7,100 stock options with an exercise price of $365.56 per share, expiring in 2036. Both the RSUs and options vest in three annual installments of 33%, 33%, and 34% starting on the first anniversary of the grant date.
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Insider Trade Summary
2 transactions reported
Mixed
2 txns
Insider
Foster David B
Role
See Remarks below.
| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grant/Award | Restricted Stock Units | 2,415 | $0.00 | -- |
| Grant/Award | Stock Option | 7,100 | $0.00 | -- |
Holdings After Transaction:
Restricted Stock Units — 2,415 shares (Direct);
Stock Option — 7,100 shares (Direct)
Footnotes (1)
- These restricted stock units were granted on April 1, 2026 and vest as follows: 33% on the first and second anniversary of the grant date and the remaining 34% on the third anniversary of the grant date. Each restricted stock unit represents a contingent right to receive one ordinary share of the Issuer. This field is not applicable. These stock options become exercisable as follows: 33% on the first and second anniversary of the grant date and the remaining 34% on the third anniversary of the grant date.
Key Figures
RSU grant size: 2,415 units
Stock options granted: 7,100 options
Option exercise price: $365.56/share
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RSU grant size
2,415 units
Restricted Stock Units granted April 1, 2026
Stock options granted
7,100 options
Options on ordinary shares granted April 1, 2026
Option exercise price
$365.56/share
Conversion or exercise price for stock options
Option expiration
April 1, 2036
Expiration date of stock options
RSU vesting pattern
33%, 33%, 34%
Annual vesting over three years from grant date
RSUs after grant
2,415 units
Total Restricted Stock Units held following transaction
Options after grant
7,100 options
Total stock options held following transaction
Key Terms
Restricted Stock Units, stock options, exercise price, vesting, +1 more
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Restricted Stock Units financial
"These restricted stock units were granted on April 1, 2026 and vest as follows"
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.
stock options financial
"These stock options become exercisable as follows: 33% on the first and second anniversary"
Stock options are agreements that give a person the right to buy or sell a company's stock at a specific price within a certain time frame. They are often used as a reward or incentive, similar to a coupon that can be used later if the stock price rises, allowing the holder to make a profit.
exercise price financial
"conversion_or_exercise_price": "365.5600""
The exercise price is the fixed amount at which you can buy or sell an asset, like a stock, when using an options contract. It matters because it helps determine whether exercising the option will be profitable or not, depending on the current market price. Think of it as the set price you agree on today to buy or sell later.
vesting financial
"vest as follows: 33% on the first and second anniversary of the grant date"
Vesting is the process by which you earn full ownership of something, like company stock or a retirement benefit, over time. It’s like earning the right to keep a gift piece by piece the longer you stay with a company, making sure employees stay committed before they receive all the benefits.
FAQ
What insider transactions did Eaton (ETN) report for David B. Foster?
Eaton reported that officer David B. Foster received equity compensation, not open-market trades. He was granted 2,415 Restricted Stock Units and 7,100 stock options on April 1, 2026, both tied to ordinary shares of Eaton Corp plc.
How many Restricted Stock Units did David B. Foster receive from Eaton (ETN)?
David B. Foster received 2,415 Restricted Stock Units. Each unit represents a contingent right to receive one ordinary share of Eaton, subject to vesting conditions that require continued service and occur over a three-year schedule from the April 1, 2026 grant date.
What stock option grant did Eaton (ETN) award to David B. Foster?
Eaton granted Foster stock options covering 7,100 ordinary shares. These options have an exercise price of $365.56 per share, become exercisable over three years in 33%, 33%, and 34% installments, and are scheduled to expire on April 1, 2036.
How do David B. Foster’s Eaton (ETN) RSUs vest over time?
Foster’s 2,415 Restricted Stock Units vest in three annual tranches. Eaton states that 33% vest on the first anniversary of the April 1, 2026 grant date, another 33% on the second anniversary, and the remaining 34% on the third anniversary, assuming conditions are met.
When can David B. Foster exercise his new Eaton (ETN) stock options?
The granted stock options become exercisable in stages. Eaton indicates 33% of the 7,100 options become exercisable on the first anniversary of the April 1, 2026 grant, another 33% on the second anniversary, and the final 34% on the third anniversary before expiring in 2036.
Are David B. Foster’s recent Eaton (ETN) transactions open-market buys or compensation grants?
The reported transactions are compensation-related grants, not open-market purchases. Eaton classifies both the 2,415 Restricted Stock Units and 7,100 stock options as awards with a transaction code indicating grant or other acquisition, with a zero-dollar transaction price per unit.