Director-linked entities at LENZ Therapeutics (LENZ) granted 22,100 stock options
Filing Impact
Filing Sentiment
Form Type
4
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
LENZ Therapeutics director-related entities received a new stock option award linked to board service. A stock option covering 22,100 shares of common stock was granted with an exercise price of $6.63 per share and an expiration date of June 15, 2036. The option vests 100% on the earlier of June 15, 2027 or the next annual stockholder meeting, provided the reporting person continues as an Outside Director. Under an arrangement with RA Capital Management, L.P., the option is held for the benefit of the RA Capital Healthcare Fund, the RA Capital Nexus Fund II, and a separately managed account, and the reporting person disclaims beneficial ownership because any net proceeds must be turned over to the adviser to offset advisory fees.
Positive
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Negative
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Insider Trade Summary
1 transaction reported
Mixed
1 txn
Insider
Scheiner Zachary
Role
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| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grant/Award | Stock Option (right to buy) | 22,100 | $0.00 | -- |
Holdings After Transaction:
Stock Option (right to buy) — 22,100 shares (Direct, null)
Footnotes (1)
- Subject to the Reporting Person continuing to be an Outside Director (as defined in the Issuer's Outside Director Compensation Policy) through such applicable date, one hundred percent (100%) of the shares subject to the option shall vest on the earlier to occur of June 15, 2027 or the date of the next annual meeting of stockholders. Under the Reporting Person's arrangement with RA Capital Management, L.P. (the "Adviser"), the Reporting Person holds the stock option for the benefit of the RA Capital Healthcare Fund, L.P. (the "Fund"), the RA Capital Nexus Fund II, L.P. (the "Nexus Fund II"), and a separately managed account (the "Account"). The Reporting Person is obligated to turn over to the Adviser any net cash or stock received upon exercise of the stock option, which will offset advisory fees owed by the Fund, the Nexus Fund II and the Account to the Adviser. The Reporting Person therefore disclaims beneficial ownership of the stock option and underlying common stock.
Key Figures
Option grant size: 22,100 shares
Exercise price: $6.63 per share
Shares after transaction: 22,100 options
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5 metrics
Option grant size
22,100 shares
Stock option covering common stock
Exercise price
$6.63 per share
Stock option strike price
Shares after transaction
22,100 options
Total derivative holdings following grant
Vesting date trigger
Earlier of June 15, 2027 or next annual meeting
Full vesting if Outside Director role continues
Option expiration
June 15, 2036
Final date to exercise the stock option
Key Terms
Stock Option (right to buy), Outside Director, beneficial ownership, advisory fees, +1 more
5 terms
Stock Option (right to buy) financial
"security_title: "Stock Option (right to buy)""
Outside Director financial
"Subject to the Reporting Person continuing to be an Outside Director"
beneficial ownership financial
"The Reporting Person therefore disclaims beneficial ownership of the stock option and underlying common stock."
Beneficial ownership means the person or entity that actually enjoys the benefits of owning shares or other assets — such as receiving dividends, voting rights, or price gains — even if the legal title is held in another name. For investors it matters because knowing who truly controls and profits from a company reveals who can influence decisions, exposes potential conflicts of interest or hidden concentration of power, and affects transparency and risk in the stock.
advisory fees financial
"which will offset advisory fees owed by the Fund, the Nexus Fund II and the Account"
Advisory fees are payments made to financial advisors or investment managers for guidance, portfolio management, or other services, typically charged as a fixed amount or a percentage of assets under management. They matter because they lower an investor’s net returns—like paying a mechanic to tune a car, you expect better performance, so investors weigh whether the cost is justified by higher returns, better risk control, or convenience.
separately managed account financial
"and a separately managed account (the "Account")."
A separately managed account (SMA) is a personalized investment portfolio owned by a single investor and run by a professional manager who buys and sells securities on that investor’s behalf. It matters to investors because an SMA offers tailored asset selection, tax handling, and transparency—like hiring a personal chef who prepares meals to your dietary needs rather than sharing a set menu—so you can align holdings with your goals and see exactly what you own.
FAQ
What did LENZ (LENZ) disclose in this insider Form 4 filing?
LENZ Therapeutics reported a grant of stock options covering 22,100 shares of common stock tied to Outside Director service. The grant is a compensation-related award, not an open-market stock purchase or sale, and is held for the benefit of RA Capital-managed investment vehicles.
Who ultimately benefits from the LENZ stock option reported by Zachary Scheiner?
The option is held for the benefit of RA Capital Healthcare Fund, RA Capital Nexus Fund II, and a separately managed account. Under an arrangement with RA Capital Management, Zachary Scheiner must turn over any net cash or stock received, and he disclaims beneficial ownership.
Is the LENZ Form 4 transaction a stock purchase or sale in the market?
No, the Form 4 describes a stock option grant as compensation, not a market trade. The transaction is coded as an acquisition (grant/award), with a $6.63 exercise price and vesting based on continued Outside Director service, rather than an open-market buy or sell.
What is the exercise price on the LENZ Therapeutics stock option grant?
The stock option has an exercise price of $6.63 per share for 22,100 underlying common shares. This means the benefiting RA Capital-managed vehicles may purchase LENZ Therapeutics shares at $6.63 once the option has vested and before its June 15, 2036 expiration.