Kratos (NASDAQ: KTOS) exec sells 7,000 shares under 10b5-1 plan
Filing Impact
Filing Sentiment
Form Type
4
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
KRATOS DEFENSE & SECURITY SOLUTIONS, INC. executive Steven S. Fendley, President of the US Division, sold a total of 7,000 shares of common stock in open‑market transactions on May 26, 2026.
The shares were sold in three tranches at weighted average prices of $58.62, $57.8753, and $56.9172, with individual trades executed within stated price ranges. These sales were effected under a pre‑arranged Rule 10b5‑1 trading plan adopted on May 12, 2025.
Following these transactions, Fendley continues to hold a significant position in Kratos stock, including approximately 2,418 shares held through the company’s 401(k) plan.
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Insider Trade Summary 10b5-1
Net Seller: 7,000 shares ($400,693)
Net Sell
3 txns
Insider
Fendley Steven S.
Role
President, US Division
Sold
7,000 shs ($401K)
| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sale | Common Stock | 4,644 | $56.9172 | $264K |
| Sale | Common Stock | 2,336 | $57.8753 | $135K |
| Sale | Common Stock | 20 | $58.62 | $1K |
Holdings After Transaction:
Common Stock — 346,446 shares (Direct, null)
Footnotes (1)
- This transaction was effected pursuant to a 10b5-1 trading plan adopted by the reporting person on May 12, 2025. The price reported in Column 4 is a weighted average price. These shares were sold in multiple transactions at prices ranging from $56.46 to $57.38 inclusive. The reporting person undertakes to provide to Issuer, any security holder of Issuer, or the staff of the Securities and Exchange Commission, upon request, full information regarding the number of shares sold at each separate price within the ranges set forth in this footnote to this Form 4. The price reported in Column 4 is a weighted average price. These shares were sold in multiple transactions at prices ranging from $57.46 to $58.45 inclusive. The reporting person undertakes to provide to Issuer, any security holder of Issuer, or the staff of the Securities and Exchange Commission, upon request, full information regarding the number of shares sold at each separate price within the ranges set forth in this footnote to this Form 4. Includes approximately 2,418 shares held through Issuer's 401(k) Plan.
Key Figures
Shares sold: 7,000 shares
Weighted average sale price 1: $58.62 per share
Weighted average sale price 2: $57.8753 per share
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7 metrics
Shares sold
7,000 shares
Total common shares sold on May 26, 2026
Weighted average sale price 1
$58.62 per share
One tranche of common stock sold on May 26, 2026
Weighted average sale price 2
$57.8753 per share
One tranche of common stock sold on May 26, 2026
Weighted average sale price 3
$56.9172 per share
One tranche of common stock sold on May 26, 2026
Price range tranche A
$56.46–$57.38
Multiple trades within this range for one sale tranche
Price range tranche B
$57.46–$58.45
Multiple trades within this range for one sale tranche
401(k) holdings
2,418 shares
Approximate shares held through Kratos’ 401(k) Plan
Key Terms
Rule 10b5-1 trading plan, weighted average price, open-market sale, 401(k) Plan, +1 more
5 terms
Rule 10b5-1 trading plan regulatory
"This transaction was effected pursuant to a 10b5-1 trading plan adopted by the reporting person on May 12, 2025."
A Rule 10b5-1 trading plan is a pre-arranged schedule that allows company insiders to buy or sell stock at specific times, even if they have inside information. It helps prevent accusations of unfair trading by making these transactions look planned and transparent, rather than sneaky or illegal.
weighted average price financial
"The price reported in Column 4 is a weighted average price."
Weighted average price is the average price of a security where each trade or component is counted according to its size, so bigger trades pull the average more than smaller ones. Think of it like calculating the average cost of a grocery haul where items you bought more of have greater influence on the final per-item cost. Investors use it to understand the true average price paid or received, judge execution quality, and compare trading performance against market movement.
open-market sale financial
"transaction_action": "open-market sale""
An open-market sale is when a shareholder sells existing shares directly on a public exchange to any willing buyer, rather than through a private deal. Think of it like putting goods on a busy market stall where price is set by supply and demand; for investors it matters because such sales increase available supply, can put short-term downward pressure on the stock price, and signal changes in liquidity or investor confidence.
401(k) Plan financial
"Includes approximately 2,418 shares held through Issuer's 401(k) Plan."
A 401(k) plan is a workplace retirement account that lets employees set aside part of their pay into a tax-advantaged savings pot, often with employers adding matching contributions — like a workplace piggy bank for future income. It matters to investors because the amount people save and how employers fund these plans influence consumer spending, corporate payroll costs and the flow of money into financial markets, which can affect stock prices and company valuations.
Form 4 regulatory
"within the ranges set forth in this footnote to this Form 4."
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.
FAQ
Were Steven S. Fendley’s Kratos (KTOS) stock sales made under a trading plan?
Yes, the Form 4 states the sales were made under a Rule 10b5‑1 trading plan. This pre‑arranged plan was adopted by Fendley on May 12, 2025, indicating the transactions were scheduled in advance.
What is Steven S. Fendley’s role at Kratos (KTOS)?
Steven S. Fendley is identified as an officer of Kratos, serving as President, US Division. His position makes his Kratos stock transactions reportable under SEC insider trading disclosure rules via Form 4 filings.