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Getty Images (GETY) Chief of Staff discloses small Rule 10b5-1 sale

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Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Getty Images Holdings, Inc. (GETY) – Form 4 insider transaction: On 06/25/2025 Chief of Staff Michael Teaster executed a Rule 10b5-1 sale of 1,331 Class A common shares at a weighted-average price of $1.77 (trade range: $1.71–$1.85). The disposition was expressly to satisfy mandatory tax-withholding obligations triggered by the vesting of previously granted RSUs and performance RSUs.

After the sale Teaster continues to beneficially own 248,796 shares, indicating that less than 1 % of his position—and roughly $2.4 k in value—was sold. No derivative securities were bought or sold, and no additional insider relationships or structural changes were reported. Given the modest size, planned nature, and tax-related purpose, the filing appears routine and is unlikely to influence the company’s capital structure or market sentiment.

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TL;DR: Minor 1,331-share 10b5-1 tax sale; insider retains 99 % stake. Neutral signal for GETY.

The Form 4 shows a small, pre-scheduled disposition by Getty Images’ Chief of Staff. With only 1,331 shares sold—and 248,796 still held—the transaction removes negligible float and does not suggest adverse insider sentiment. Because the sale was executed under a 10b5-1 plan specifically to cover tax on vested equity awards, the action is compliant and non-opportunistic. No derivative activity, no option exercises, and no other insiders are involved. Overall, the disclosure is routine and carries no material investment impact.

Insider Teaster Michael
Role Chief of Staff
Sold 1,331 shs ($2K)
Type Security Shares Price Value
Sale Class A Common Stock 1,331 $1.77 $2K
Holdings After Transaction: Class A Common Stock — 248,796 shares (Direct)
Footnotes (1)
  1. The non-discretionary sales to cover mandatory tax withholding obligations in connection with the vesting and settlement of restricted stock units and performance restricted stock units reported in this Form 4 were effected pursuant to Rule 10b5-1 trading plan instructions adopted in connection by the Reporting Person in award agreements, dated March 16, 2023, for the respective equity grants. This transaction was executed in multiple trades at prices ranging from $1.71 to $1.85. The price reported above reflects the weighted average sale price. The Reporting Person hereby undertakes to provide upon request to the SEC staff, the Issuer or a security holder of the Issuer full information regarding the number of shares and prices at which the transaction was effected.
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
OMB APPROVAL
OMB Number: 3235-0287
Estimated average burden
hours per response: 0.5
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*
Teaster Michael
(Last) (First) (Middle)
C/O GETTY IMAGES HOLDINGS, INC.
605 5TH AVENUE SOUTH, SUITE 400
(Street)
SEATTLE WA 98104
(City) (State) (Zip)
2. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
Getty Images Holdings, Inc. [ GETY ] 		5. Relationship of Reporting Person(s) to Issuer
(Check all applicable)
Director 10% Owner
X Officer (give title below) Other (specify below)
Chief of Staff
3. Date of Earliest Transaction (Month/Day/Year)
06/25/2025
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
Class A Common Stock 06/25/2025 S(1) 1,331 D $1.77(2) 248,796 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. The non-discretionary sales to cover mandatory tax withholding obligations in connection with the vesting and settlement of restricted stock units and performance restricted stock units reported in this Form 4 were effected pursuant to Rule 10b5-1 trading plan instructions adopted in connection by the Reporting Person in award agreements, dated March 16, 2023, for the respective equity grants.
2. This transaction was executed in multiple trades at prices ranging from $1.71 to $1.85. The price reported above reflects the weighted average sale price. The Reporting Person hereby undertakes to provide upon request to the SEC staff, the Issuer or a security holder of the Issuer full information regarding the number of shares and prices at which the transaction was effected.
Remarks:
/s/ Kjelti Kellough, as attorney in fact for Michael Teaster 06/27/2025
** Signature of Reporting Person Date
Reminder: Report on a separate line for each class of securities beneficially owned directly or indirectly.
* If the form is filed by more than one reporting person, see Instruction 4 (b)(v).
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FAQ

Who conducted the insider transaction disclosed for GETY?

Michael Teaster, Chief of Staff at Getty Images Holdings, Inc., was the reporting person.

How many Getty Images (GETY) shares were sold?

A total of 1,331 Class A common shares were sold.

What was the average sale price for the GETY shares?

The weighted-average sale price was $1.77, with trades ranging from $1.71 to $1.85.

Does the insider still own shares after the sale?

Yes. Teaster beneficially owns 248,796 shares following the transaction.

Was the sale executed under a Rule 10b5-1 plan?

Yes. The filing states the sale was made pursuant to a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan to cover tax withholding.