Director at FTC Solar (NASDAQ: FTCI) makes open-market stock buy

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

FTC Solar, Inc. director Antonio R. Alvarez reported an open-market purchase of 2,500 shares of Common Stock on May 7, 2026 at a weighted average price of $4.23 per share. Following this trade, he directly holds 51,283 FTC Solar shares. The purchase was executed in multiple transactions at prices ranging from $4.200 to $4.249 per share.

Insider Trade Summary

Net Buyer: 2,500 shares ($10,575)

Net Buy 1 txn

Insider ALVAREZ ANTONIO R

Role null

Bought 2,500 shs ($11K)

Type	Security	Shares	Price	Value
Purchase	Common Stock	2,500	$4.23	$11K

Holdings After Transaction: Common Stock — 51,283 shares (Direct, null)

Footnotes (1)

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Key Figures

Shares purchased: 2,500 shares Weighted average price: $4.23 per share Post-transaction holdings: 51,283 shares +1 more

4 metrics

Shares purchased 2,500 shares Open-market purchase of Common Stock on May 7, 2026

Weighted average price $4.23 per share Average price paid for 2,500 purchased shares

Post-transaction holdings 51,283 shares Total Common Stock directly owned after the purchase

Trade price range $4.200–$4.249 per share Range of prices for multiple purchase transactions on May 7, 2026

Key Terms

open-market purchase, weighted average purchase price, Common Stock, Form 4

4 terms

open-market purchase financial

"reported an open-market purchase of 2,500 shares of Common Stock"

An open-market purchase is when an investor or a company buys shares on a public stock exchange at the going market price, rather than through a private deal. It matters to investors because these purchases change how many shares are available, can push the stock price up or signal confidence from large buyers, and often affect per-share metrics like earnings—think of it like someone buying lots of apples off a grocery shelf, reducing supply and potentially raising the price.

weighted average purchase price financial

"Represents a weighted average purchase price per share for these shares"

The weighted average purchase price is the average cost per share you paid across multiple buys, calculated so larger purchases count more than smaller ones. Imagine buying apples at different prices: the overall price you effectively paid depends on how many apples you bought at each price. Investors use it to measure true cost basis, calculate gains or losses, decide when to sell, and manage taxes and portfolio performance.

Common Stock financial

"2,500 shares of Common Stock on May 7, 2026"

Common stock represents ownership shares in a company, giving investors a stake in its success and a say in important decisions through voting rights. It is the most common type of stock traded on markets and can provide income through dividends, as well as potential for value growth. For investors, holding common stock means sharing in the company’s profits and risks.

Form 4 regulatory

"according to a Form 4 filing"

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.

Form 4 Insider Transactions: What Each Field Means →

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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Check this box if no longer subject to Section 16. Form 4 or Form 5 obligations may continue. See Instruction 1(b).

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^*

ALVAREZ ANTONIO R

(Last) (First) (Middle)

10900 STONELAKE BLVD.

SUITE 100 QUARRY OAKS II BUILDING

(Street)

AUSTIN TEXAS 78759

(City) (State) (Zip)

UNITED STATES

(Country)

2. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
FTC Solar, Inc. [ FTCI ]

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

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

2a. Foreign Trading Symbol

3. Date of Earliest Transaction (Month/Day/Year)
05/07/2026

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

X	Form 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)
			Code	V	Amount	(A) or (D)	Price
Common Stock	05/07/2026		P		2,500	A	$4.23(1)	51,283	D

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

Explanation of Responses:

1. Represents a weighted average purchase price per share for these shares, which were purchased in multiple transactions at prices ranging from $4.200 to $4.249. The Reporting Person undertakes to provide to the Issuer, the staff of the Commission or any security holder of the Issuer, upon request, full information regarding the number of shares purchased at each separate price within the range.

	/s/ Cathy Behnen, as Attorney-in-Fact	05/12/2026
	** Signature of Reporting Person	Date
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* Form 4: SEC 1474 (03-26)

FAQ

What did FTCI director Antonio R. Alvarez report in this Form 4?

Antonio R. Alvarez reported buying 2,500 shares of FTC Solar Common Stock in the open market. The weighted average purchase price was $4.23 per share, and the trades occurred in multiple transactions within a narrow price range on May 7, 2026.

How many FTCI shares does Antonio R. Alvarez own after this transaction?

After the reported purchase, Antonio R. Alvarez directly owns 51,283 shares of FTC Solar Common Stock. This total includes the newly acquired 2,500 shares and reflects his direct ownership position as disclosed in the Form 4 insider trading report.

At what prices did the FTCI director buy shares on May 7, 2026?

The director bought FTC Solar shares at a weighted average price of $4.23 per share. According to the filing footnote, individual trades were executed in multiple transactions at prices ranging from $4.200 to $4.249 on that date.

Was the FTCI Form 4 transaction an open-market purchase or another type?

The Form 4 shows an open-market purchase of FTC Solar Common Stock. The transaction code is "P," indicating a purchase in the open market or a private transaction, and the filing explicitly labels it as an open-market purchase of 2,500 shares.

Does the FTCI Form 4 mention any derivative securities or option exercises?

The Form 4 does not report any derivative securities or option exercises for this event. The filing shows only a non-derivative transaction in Common Stock, with no derivative positions listed in the derivative summary for this particular reporting period.