[Form 4] FRANKLIN ELECTRIC CO INC Insider Trading Activity

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Franklin Electric Co., Inc. (FELE) director deferred stock compensation update. Director Renee J. Peterson reported a new credit of 114.46 stock units under the company’s Nonemployee Directors' Deferred Compensation Plan on 11/20/2025. These stock units represent dividends that would have been paid on previously deferred Franklin Electric common shares.

Following this transaction, Ms. Peterson beneficially owned 39,453.46 derivative stock units on a direct basis. Under the plan, she has elected to defer receipt of her 2015–2024 stock awards, meeting fees, and retainer, with distribution to occur when she retires, leaves the Board, or otherwise elects distribution in line with plan terms. At that time, she may choose to receive her deferred compensation in Franklin Electric common stock or in cash.

SEC Form 4

FORM 4

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP

Filed pursuant to Section 16(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
or Section 30(h) of the Investment Company Act of 1940

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1. Name and Address of Reporting Person^*

PETERSON RENEE J

(Last) (First) (Middle)

7025 W GREENBRIAR DRIVE

(Street)

GLENDALE AZ 85308

(City) (State) (Zip)

2. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
FRANKLIN ELECTRIC CO INC [ FELE ]

5. Relationship of Reporting Person(s) to Issuer
(Check all applicable)

X	Director		10% Owner
	Officer (give title below)		Other (specify below)

3. Date of Earliest Transaction (Month/Day/Year)
11/20/2025

4. If Amendment, Date of Original Filed (Month/Day/Year)

6. Individual or Joint/Group Filing (Check Applicable Line)

X	Form filed by One Reporting Person
	Form filed by More than One Reporting Person

Table I - Non-Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned
1. Title of Security (Instr. 3)	2. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)	2A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)	3. Transaction Code (Instr. 8)		4. Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed Of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5)			5. Amount of Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 3 and 4)	6. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4)	7. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
			Code	V	Amount	(A) or (D)	Price

Table II - Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned (e.g., puts, calls, warrants, options, convertible securities)
1. Title of Derivative Security (Instr. 3)	2. Conversion or Exercise Price of Derivative Security	3. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)	3A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)	4. Transaction Code (Instr. 8)		5. Number of Derivative Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5)		6. Date Exercisable and Expiration Date (Month/Day/Year)		7. Title and Amount of Securities Underlying Derivative Security (Instr. 3 and 4)		8. Price of Derivative Security (Instr. 5)	9. Number of derivative Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 4)	10. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4)	11. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
				Code	V	(A)	(D)	Date Exercisable	Expiration Date	Title	Amount or Number of Shares
stock units	(1)	11/20/2025		A		114.46		(1)	(1)	common stock	114.46	$91.08	39,453.46	D

Explanation of Responses:

1. Pursuant to terms of the Nonemployee Directors' Deferred Compensation Plan approved by the Board of Directors on February 11, 2000 and amended and restated on May 6, 2020, Ms. Peterson elected to receive her 2015-2024 stock award, meeting fees, and retainer of Franklin Electric Co., Inc common stock, issuance of such shares deferred until she retires, otherwise leaves the Board of Directors, or has elected to receive such payment per the terms of the Plan (e.g. Stock Units). On November 20, 2025, Ms. Peterson was credited with 114.46 Stock Units for dividends that would have been paid on such deferred shares. At distribution, Ms. Peterson may elect pursuant to the terms of the Plan to receive her deferred compensation either in shares of Franklin common stock or in cash.

Remarks:

	Jonathan M. Grandon, power of attorney for Renee J. Peterson	11/24/2025
	** Signature of Reporting Person	Date
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FAQ

What did Franklin Electric (FELE) report in this Form 4 filing?

The filing reports that director Renee J. Peterson was credited with 114.46 stock units on 11/20/2025 under Franklin Electric’s Nonemployee Directors' Deferred Compensation Plan.

Who is the reporting person in the Franklin Electric (FELE) Form 4?

The reporting person is Renee J. Peterson, who serves as a director of Franklin Electric Co., Inc.

How many Franklin Electric stock units does the director beneficially own after this transaction?

After the reported credit, Ms. Peterson beneficially owned 39,453.46 derivative stock units, held in a direct ownership capacity.

What is the purpose of the 114.46 stock units credited to the Franklin Electric director?

The 114.46 stock units reflect dividends that would have been paid on Ms. Peterson’s deferred Franklin Electric common shares, credited pursuant to the company’s deferred compensation plan.

When will the Franklin Electric director receive the deferred stock compensation?

Under the plan, issuance of shares or payment is deferred until Ms. Peterson retires, leaves the Board, or elects payment in accordance with the plan’s terms.

Can the Franklin Electric director receive cash instead of stock for the deferred compensation?

Yes. At distribution, Ms. Peterson may elect to receive her deferred compensation either in shares of Franklin common stock or in cash, as permitted by the plan.

What plan governs the director’s deferred stock units at Franklin Electric?

The transaction is governed by the Nonemployee Directors' Deferred Compensation Plan, approved on February 11, 2000 and amended and restated on May 6, 2020.