Tax-driven RSU share sale by KalVista (KALV) CCO Nicole Sweeny
Filing Impact
Filing Sentiment
Form Type
4
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
KalVista Pharmaceuticals Chief Commercial Officer Nicole Sweeny reported routine equity compensation activity and a related tax sale. On April 16, 2026, 6,250 restricted stock units converted into an equal number of common shares at no cost, reflecting RSU vesting. On April 17, 2026, 1,862 common shares were sold at $20.2163 per share solely to cover tax withholding obligations in a non-discretionary “sell to cover” transaction. After these transactions, Sweeny directly held 51,391 shares of KalVista common stock. The RSU award vests in 16 equal quarterly installments starting on April 16, 2026, subject to continued service.
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Insider Trade Summary
Net Seller: 1,862 shares ($37,643)
Net Sell
3 txns
Insider
Sweeny Nicole
Role
Chief Commercial Officer
Sold
1,862 shs ($38K)
| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sale | Common Stock | 1,862 | $20.2163 | $38K |
| Exercise | Restricted Stock Unit | 6,250 | $0.00 | -- |
| Exercise | Common Stock | 6,250 | $0.00 | -- |
Holdings After Transaction:
Common Stock — 51,391 shares (Direct, null);
Restricted Stock Unit — 93,750 shares (Direct, null)
Footnotes (1)
- Each restricted stock unit ("RSU") represents a contingent right to receive 1 share of the Issuer's Common Stock upon settlement for no consideration. The sale reported on this Form 4 represents shares sold by the Reporting Person to cover tax withholding obligations in connection with the vesting and settlement of RSUs. The sale was to satisfy tax withholding obligations to be funded by a "sell to cover" transaction and does not represent a discretionary transaction by the Reporting Person. 1/16th of the total number of shares subject to the RSU shall vest on each quarterly anniversary of the Vesting Commencement Date commencing on April 16, 2026, subject to continued service through each vesting date.
Key Figures
Shares sold to cover taxes: 1,862 shares
Sale price per share: $20.2163 per share
RSUs converted to common stock: 6,250 shares
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6 metrics
Shares sold to cover taxes
1,862 shares
Common stock sale on April 17, 2026
Sale price per share
$20.2163 per share
Tax-related sale of common stock
RSUs converted to common stock
6,250 shares
RSU conversion on April 16, 2026
Post-transaction common shares held
51,391 shares
Direct ownership after reported transactions
RSUs remaining after transaction
93,750 RSUs
Restricted stock units following derivative entry
RSU vesting schedule
1/16 quarterly
Each quarter from April 16, 2026, with continued service
Key Terms
restricted stock unit ("RSU"), sell to cover, vesting and settlement of RSUs, Vesting Commencement Date
4 terms
restricted stock unit ("RSU") financial
"Each restricted stock unit ("RSU") represents a contingent right to receive 1 share"
sell to cover financial
"to be funded by a "sell to cover" transaction and does not represent a discretionary"
Sell to cover is when a person who receives company stock through options or awards sells just enough shares immediately to pay required taxes, exercise costs, or fees, keeping the rest. Think of it like cashing part of a bonus to cover the tax bill so you can keep the remainder. For investors, it can create predictable small selling pressure and slightly change the number of shares actually held by insiders without increasing long‑term dilution.
vesting and settlement of RSUs financial
"sold by the Reporting Person to cover tax withholding obligations in connection with the vesting and settlement of RSUs"
Vesting Commencement Date financial
"on each quarterly anniversary of the Vesting Commencement Date commencing on April 16, 2026"
The vesting commencement date is the starting point when an employee begins earning ownership rights to their promised benefits, such as stock options or retirement contributions. Think of it like the day a savings account is opened—only after this date do the benefits start to grow and become fully available over time. It matters to investors because it marks when the clock begins ticking toward full ownership, affecting the timing and value of these benefits.
FAQ
What insider transactions did KalVista (KALV) report for Nicole Sweeny?
KalVista reported that Chief Commercial Officer Nicole Sweeny had 6,250 restricted stock units convert into common shares and sold 1,862 shares. The sale was a non-discretionary “sell to cover” trade used solely to satisfy tax withholding obligations tied to RSU vesting and settlement.
What RSU activity did KalVista (KALV) disclose for its Chief Commercial Officer?
KalVista disclosed that 6,250 restricted stock units held by Chief Commercial Officer Nicole Sweeny converted into 6,250 common shares at no cost upon vesting and settlement. Each RSU represents a contingent right to receive one share of common stock when it settles, subject to the award’s vesting conditions.
How do the KalVista (KALV) RSUs for Nicole Sweeny vest over time?
The RSU award for Nicole Sweeny vests in 16 equal quarterly installments, with 1/16th of the total shares vesting on each quarterly anniversary of the Vesting Commencement Date. Vesting begins on April 16, 2026, and requires her continued service with the company at each vesting date.