Kewaunee Scientific (KEQU) CFO awarded 5,428 RSUs vesting from 2027
Filing Impact
Filing Sentiment
Form Type
4
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Gardner Donald T. III reported acquisition or exercise transactions in this Form 4 filing.
Kewaunee Scientific reported that Chief Financial Officer Donald T. Gardner III received a compensation-related grant of derivative securities. He was awarded 5,428 restricted stock units linked to the company’s common stock, with each unit representing the right to receive one share in the future.
The restricted stock units will vest in three equal annual installments beginning on June 30, 2027, conditioned on his continued employment with the company. Following this grant, his reported holding of these FY27 restricted stock units is 5,428 units.
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Insider Trade Summary
1 transaction reported
Mixed
1 txn
Insider
Gardner Donald T. III
Role
Chief Financial Officer
| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grant/Award | Restricted Stock Units FY27 | 5,428 | $0.00 | -- |
Holdings After Transaction:
Restricted Stock Units FY27 — 5,428 shares (Direct, null)
Footnotes (1)
- Each restricted stock unit represents a contingent right to receive one share of the Company's common stock. The restricted stock units shall vest in three equal annual installments beginning June 30, 2027, subject to the reporting person's continued employment with the Company.
Key Figures
RSUs granted: 5,428 units
RSU underlying shares: 5,428 shares
Post-grant RSU holdings: 5,428 units
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6 metrics
RSUs granted
5,428 units
Restricted Stock Units FY27 granted to CFO
RSU underlying shares
5,428 shares
Common stock issuable upon vesting
Post-grant RSU holdings
5,428 units
Total FY27 restricted stock units after grant
Grant price
$0.00 per unit
Compensation grant with no cash paid by insider
Vesting start date
June 30, 2027
First of three equal annual vesting dates
Vesting schedule length
3 annual installments
RSUs vest over three years, subject to employment
Key Terms
Restricted Stock Units, contingent right, vest, annual installments, +1 more
5 terms
Restricted Stock Units financial
"Each restricted stock unit represents a contingent right to receive one share"
Restricted stock units are a type of company reward where employees are promised shares of stock, but they only fully own these shares after meeting certain conditions, like staying with the company for a set time. They matter because they can become valuable assets and are often used to motivate employees to help the company succeed.
contingent right financial
"represents a contingent right to receive one share of the Company's common stock"
vest financial
"The restricted stock units shall vest in three equal annual installments"
A vest is the process by which an employee earns the right to receive certain benefits or ownership interests, such as stock or retirement funds, over time. It’s similar to earning a reward gradually, ensuring that the benefit becomes fully yours only after a set period or meeting specific conditions. This makes it important for investors because it determines when they can actually claim or use those benefits.
annual installments financial
"shall vest in three equal annual installments beginning June 30, 2027"
continued employment financial
"subject to the reporting person's continued employment with the Company"
Continued employment means that an individual remains in their current job without interruption. For investors, it signals stability and ongoing work that can affect company performance and future prospects. Like a steady heartbeat for a business, sustained employment helps ensure consistent operations and financial health.
FAQ
What insider transaction did KEQU report for CFO Donald T. Gardner III?
Kewaunee Scientific reported that CFO Donald T. Gardner III received 5,428 restricted stock units as a compensation grant. These units are derivative securities tied to common stock and increase his potential future equity stake, subject to vesting conditions and continued employment.
How many restricted stock units were granted to KEQU’s CFO in this Form 4?
The CFO was granted 5,428 restricted stock units. Each restricted stock unit corresponds to one share of Kewaunee Scientific common stock, giving him a potential future claim on 5,428 shares once vesting and employment conditions are satisfied over time.
When do the new KEQU restricted stock units for the CFO vest?
The restricted stock units vest in three equal annual installments starting June 30, 2027. Vesting continues over three years and is conditioned on the CFO’s continued employment with Kewaunee Scientific, aligning the equity award with long-term service and retention incentives.
What does each KEQU restricted stock unit granted to the CFO represent?
Each restricted stock unit represents a contingent right to receive one share of Kewaunee Scientific common stock. The right becomes actual shares only as the units vest according to the schedule beginning June 30, 2027, assuming ongoing employment requirements are met.