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FS Bancorp (NASDAQ: FSBW) director gets stock grant, sheds shares for taxes

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FS Bancorp, Inc. (FSBW) director Joseph C. Adams reported equity compensation and related share withholding activity in common stock. On August 14, 2026, he acquired 1,200 shares through an award of restricted stock under the FS Bancorp, Inc. 2026 Equity Incentive Plan, which vests on August 15, 2027. On the same date, 2,699 shares of common stock were disposed of at $43.48 per share to satisfy payment of exercise price or tax liability by delivering or withholding securities. A separate line shows 17,818 shares held indirectly through an ESOP.

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Insider Adams Joseph C.
Role Director
Type Security Shares Price Value
Grant/Award Common Stock F1 1,200 $0.00 $0.00
Exercise Price or Tax Liability Common Stock 2,699 $43.48 $117K
holding Common Stock -- -- --
holding Common Stock -- -- --
Holdings After Transaction: Common Stock — 98,572 shares (Direct); Common Stock — 17,818 shares (Indirect, By ESOP)
Footnotes (1)
  1. F1. Represents award of restricted stock pursuant to the FS Bancorp, Inc. 2026 Equity Incentive Plan. Vests on August 15, 2027.
Restricted stock award 1,200 shares Award of restricted common stock on August 14, 2026
Vesting date August 15, 2027 Vesting date for the 1,200-share restricted stock award
Shares disposed for exercise price or tax liability 2,699 shares Code F disposition on August 14, 2026
Disposition price per share $43.48 per share Price for the 2,699 shares delivered or withheld
Indirect ESOP holdings 17,818 shares Common stock held indirectly by ESOP
restricted stock financial
"Represents award of restricted stock pursuant to the FS Bancorp, Inc. 2026 Equity Incentive Plan."
Shares granted to an individual that carry limits on transfer or sale until certain conditions are met, such as staying with the company for a set time or hitting performance targets. Think of them as a locked gift that gradually opens; for investors they matter because they affect how many shares may enter the market later, signal management incentives and potential dilution, and reveal confidence in future company performance.
2026 Equity Incentive Plan financial
"Represents award of restricted stock pursuant to the FS Bancorp, Inc. 2026 Equity Incentive Plan."
ESOP financial
"total_shares_following_transaction 17818.0000, nature_of_ownership By ESOP"
An Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) is a program that gives employees ownership shares in their company, often as part of their benefits package. It acts like a company-sponsored savings plan, allowing workers to have a stake in the company's success, which can boost motivation and loyalty. For investors, ESOPs can influence company decisions and stock value, making them an important aspect of corporate ownership and governance.

FAQ

What insider transactions did FSBW director Joseph C. Adams report on August 14, 2026?

On August 14, 2026, Joseph C. Adams reported a grant of 1,200 restricted shares of FS Bancorp, Inc. common stock and a disposition of 2,699 shares to cover exercise price or tax obligations.

What equity award did FSBW grant to director Joseph C. Adams?

FS Bancorp, Inc. granted Joseph C. Adams an award of 1,200 restricted shares of common stock under its 2026 Equity Incentive Plan. The award is in the form of restricted stock with vesting scheduled for August 15, 2027.

At what price were the FSBW shares withheld or delivered for taxes or exercise costs?

A total of 2,699 shares of FS Bancorp, Inc. common stock were disposed of at $43.48 per share. The filing states this code F transaction was for payment of exercise price or tax liability by delivering or withholding securities.

How many FSBW shares are held indirectly for Joseph C. Adams through an ESOP?

The filing shows an indirect holding of 17,818 shares of FS Bancorp, Inc. common stock for Joseph C. Adams, noted as held "By ESOP", indicating an employee stock ownership plan position.

When do Joseph C. Adams’s newly awarded FSBW restricted shares vest?

The 1,200 restricted shares of FS Bancorp, Inc. common stock awarded to Joseph C. Adams vest on August 15, 2027. Until vesting, the shares are subject to the restrictions described by the equity incentive plan.

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SEC Form 4
FORM 4UNITED 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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Check this box to indicate that a transaction was made pursuant to a contract, instruction or written plan for the purchase or sale of equity securities of the issuer that is intended to satisfy the affirmative defense conditions of Rule 10b5-1(c). See Instruction 10.
1. Name and Address of Reporting Person*
Adams Joseph C.

(Last)(First)(Middle)
C/O FS BANCORP, INC.
6920 220TH STREET SW

(Street)
MOUNTLAKE TERRACE WASHINGTON 98043

(City)(State)(Zip)

UNITED STATES

(Country)
2. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
FS Bancorp, Inc. [ FSBW ]
5. Relationship of Reporting Person(s) to Issuer
(Check all applicable)
XDirector10% Owner
Officer (give title below)Other (specify below)
2a. Foreign Trading Symbol
3. Date of Earliest Transaction (Month/Day/Year)
08/14/2026
6. Individual or Joint/Group Filing (Check Applicable Line)
XForm filed by One Reporting Person
Form filed by More than One Reporting Person
4. If Amendment, Date of Original Filed (Month/Day/Year)

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)
CodeVAmount(A) or (D)Price
Common Stock08/14/2026A1,200A$0(1)98,975D
Common Stock08/14/2026F2,699D$43.4896,276D
Common Stock2,296D
Common Stock17,818IBy ESOP
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)
CodeV(A)(D)Date ExercisableExpiration DateTitleAmount or Number of Shares
Explanation of Responses:
1. Represents award of restricted stock pursuant to the FS Bancorp, Inc. 2026 Equity Incentive Plan. Vests on August 15, 2027.
/s/ Joseph C. Adams08/17/2026
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