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NLIGHT (LASR) accounting chief sells 2,033 shares under Rule 10b5-1 plan

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NLIGHT, INC. Chief Accounting Officer James Nias reported two open-market sales of common stock, totaling 2,033 shares, on May 19 and 20, 2026, at weighted average prices of $68.48 and $71.09 per share. The transactions were used to cover tax withholding obligations tied to the vesting of restricted stock units, under a mandated “sell to cover” arrangement, and were executed pursuant to a pre-established Rule 10b5-1 trading plan. Following these sales, Nias directly holds 98,561 shares, including common stock and unvested restricted stock units.

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Insider Nias James
Role Chief Accounting Officer
Sold 2,033 shs ($140K)
Type Security Shares Price Value
Sale Common Stock 415 $71.09 $30K
Sale Common Stock 1,618 $68.48 $111K
Holdings After Transaction: Common Stock — 98,561 shares (Direct, null)
Footnotes (1)
  1. This reported sale represents shares sold by the Reporting Person to cover tax withholding obligations in connection with the vesting and settlement of restricted stock units. The sale is mandated by the Issuer's election to require the satisfaction of tax withholding obligations to be funded by a "sell to cover" transaction and does not represent a discretionary transaction by the Reporting Person. The reported transaction involves sale transactions from $68.48 to $68.48 per share. The weighted average price per share was $68.48. The Reporting Person undertakes to provide upon request by the SEC staff, the Issuer or a security holder of the Issuer, information regarding the number of shares sold at each separate price. Includes common stock owned and unvested restricted stock units. These reported sales were effected pursuant to a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan adopted by the Reporting Person on December 8, 2025. The reported transaction involves sale transactions from $71.09 to $71.09 per share. The weighted average price per share was $71.09. The Reporting Person undertakes to provide upon request by the SEC staff, the Issuer or a security holder of the Issuer, information regarding the number of shares sold at each separate price.
Shares sold 2,033 shares Open-market sales to cover tax withholding
Sale price $68.48 per share Weighted average price on May 19, 2026
Sale price $71.09 per share Weighted average price on May 20, 2026
Holdings after transactions 98,561 shares Direct holdings including unvested RSUs
restricted stock units financial
"tax withholding obligations in connection with the vesting and settlement of restricted stock units"
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.
sell to cover financial
"tax withholding obligations to be funded by a "sell to cover" transaction"
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.
Rule 10b5-1 trading plan regulatory
"sales were effected pursuant to a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan adopted by the Reporting Person"
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.
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.
Form 4 Insider Transactions: What Each Field Means →
SEC Form 4
FORM 4UNITED 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).
X
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*
Nias James
(Last)(First)(Middle)
4637 NW 18TH AVENUE
(Street)
CAMAS WASHINGTON 98607
(City)(State)(Zip)
UNITED STATES
(Country)		2. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
NLIGHT, INC. [ LASR ] 		5. Relationship of Reporting Person(s) to Issuer
(Check all applicable)
Director10% Owner
XOfficer (give title below)Other (specify below)
Chief Accounting Officer
2a. Foreign Trading Symbol
3. Date of Earliest Transaction (Month/Day/Year)
05/19/2026		6. Individual or Joint/Group Filing (Check Applicable Line)
XForm 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)
CodeVAmount(A) or (D)Price
Common Stock05/19/2026S1,618(1)D$68.48(2)98,976(3)D
Common Stock05/20/2026S415(4)D$71.09(5)98,561(3)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)
CodeV(A)(D)Date ExercisableExpiration DateTitleAmount or Number of Shares
Explanation of Responses:
1. This reported sale represents shares sold by the Reporting Person to cover tax withholding obligations in connection with the vesting and settlement of restricted stock units. The sale is mandated by the Issuer's election to require the satisfaction of tax withholding obligations to be funded by a "sell to cover" transaction and does not represent a discretionary transaction by the Reporting Person.
2. The reported transaction involves sale transactions from $68.48 to $68.48 per share. The weighted average price per share was $68.48. The Reporting Person undertakes to provide upon request by the SEC staff, the Issuer or a security holder of the Issuer, information regarding the number of shares sold at each separate price.
3. Includes common stock owned and unvested restricted stock units.
4. These reported sales were effected pursuant to a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan adopted by the Reporting Person on December 8, 2025.
5. The reported transaction involves sale transactions from $71.09 to $71.09 per share. The weighted average price per share was $71.09. The Reporting Person undertakes to provide upon request by the SEC staff, the Issuer or a security holder of the Issuer, information regarding the number of shares sold at each separate price.
Remarks:
/s/ Julie Dimmick, as attorney-in-fact05/21/2026
** Signature of Reporting PersonDate
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).
** Intentional misstatements or omissions of facts constitute Federal Criminal Violations See 18 U.S.C. 1001 and 15 U.S.C. 78ff(a).
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* Form 4: SEC 1474 (03-26)

Source: View Original Filing on SEC EDGAR

FAQ

What insider transactions did NLIGHT (LASR) report for James Nias?

James Nias reported selling 2,033 shares of NLIGHT common stock in two open-market transactions. The sales occurred at weighted average prices of $68.48 and $71.09 per share and were primarily to satisfy tax withholding obligations from restricted stock unit vesting.

Why did NLIGHT (LASR) officer James Nias sell 2,033 shares?

The filing states the sales were to cover tax withholding obligations from restricted stock units vesting. NLIGHT requires these obligations be funded through a mandated “sell to cover” transaction, meaning the sales were not discretionary investment decisions by James Nias.

Were the NLIGHT (LASR) insider sales by James Nias pre-planned?

Yes. The reported sales were executed under a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan adopted by James Nias on December 8, 2025. Such plans pre-schedule trades, reducing the significance of transaction timing as an indicator of the insider’s current view of the stock.

How many NLIGHT (LASR) shares does James Nias hold after these sales?

After the reported transactions, James Nias directly holds 98,561 shares of NLIGHT equity. This figure includes both common stock and unvested restricted stock units, indicating he continues to maintain a substantial position with ongoing alignment to the company’s long-term performance.

At what prices did NLIGHT (LASR) insider James Nias sell shares?

The filing notes weighted average sale prices of $68.48 and $71.09 per share for the transactions. For each date, sales occurred within those respective single-price ranges, with more detailed breakdowns available upon request to the company, the SEC staff, or shareholders.