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Linde plc (NYSE: LIN) VP Denny Brown reports initial share, option and RSU holdings

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Linde plc vice president and chief accounting officer Denny Brown filed an initial ownership report showing his equity stake in the company. He directly holds 3,466.912 ordinary shares and a range of stock options to buy additional shares at exercise prices between $154.0000 and $483.6200 with expirations from 2028 to 2036. He also holds restricted stock units and deferred stock units that convert into ordinary shares on a one-for-one basis, with vesting and payout dates around March 7, 2027, March 7, 2028, and March 9, 2029.

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Insider Brown Denny
Role VP, Chief Accounting Officer
Type Security Shares Price Value
holding Restricted Stock Units -- -- --
holding Deferred Stock Units -- -- --
holding Restricted Stock Units -- -- --
holding Restricted Stock Units -- -- --
holding Stock Options (right to buy) -- -- --
holding Stock Options (right to buy) -- -- --
holding Stock Options (right to buy) -- -- --
holding Stock Options (right to buy) -- -- --
holding Stock Options (right to buy) -- -- --
holding Stock Options (right to buy) -- -- --
holding Stock Options (right to buy) -- -- --
holding Stock Options (right to buy) -- -- --
holding Stock Options (right to buy) -- -- --
holding Ordinary Shares -- -- --
Holdings After Transaction: Restricted Stock Units — 247 shares (Direct, null); Deferred Stock Units — 10.629 shares (Direct, null); Stock Options (right to buy) — 1,731 shares (Direct, null); Ordinary Shares — 3,466.912 shares (Direct, null)
Footnotes (1)
  1. Restricted Stock Units that will vest in full and payout on or about March 7, 2028 in Linde plc Ordinary Shares on a one-for-one basis. Conversion to Linde plc Ordinary Shares is on a one-for-one basis. Deferred stock units acquired under the Linde Compensation Deferral Plan ("Plan"). The deferred stock units will payout in Linde plc Ordinary Share on a one-for-one basis in accordance with the Plan. Restricted Stock Units that will vest in full and payout on or about March 7, 2027 in Linde plc Ordinary Shares on a one-for-one basis. Restricted Stock Units that will vest in full and payout on or about March 9, 2029 in Linde plc Ordinary Shares on a one-for-one basis. This option vests over three years in three consecutive equal annual installments beginning on March 7, 2026. This option vests over three years in three consecutive equal annual installments beginning on March 7, 2024. This option vests over three years in three consecutive equal annual installments beginning on March 7, 2023. This option vests over three years in three consecutive equal annual installments beginning on March 8, 2022. This option vests over three years in three consecutive equal annual installments beginning on March 9, 2027. This option vests over three years in three consecutive equal annual installments beginning on February 27, 2019. This option vests over three years in three consecutive equal annual installments beginning on March 7, 2025. This option vests over three years in three consecutive equal annual installments beginning on March 9, 2021. This option vests over three years in three consecutive equal annual installments beginning on March 20, 2020.
Direct ordinary shares 3,466.9120 shares Directly held ordinary shares reported on Form 3
Stock options at $154.0000 5,500.0000 underlying shares Options expiring February 27, 2028 with $154.0000 exercise price
Stock options at $483.6200 2,148.0000 underlying shares Options expiring March 9, 2036 with $483.6200 exercise price
Stock options at $176.6300 1,895.0000 underlying shares Options expiring March 20, 2029 with $176.6300 exercise price
Restricted stock units (2028 vest) 264.0000 units RSUs vesting and paying out around March 7, 2028
Restricted stock units (2027 vest) 247.0000 units RSUs vesting and paying out around March 7, 2027
Deferred stock units 10.6290 units Deferred stock units under Linde Compensation Deferral Plan
Stock Options (right to buy) financial
"Stock Options (right to buy) with underlying Ordinary Shares and stated exercise prices"
Restricted Stock Units financial
"Restricted Stock Units that will vest in full and payout on or about March 7, 2028"
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.
Deferred Stock Units financial
"Deferred stock units acquired under the Linde Compensation Deferral Plan ("Plan")"
Deferred stock units are promises from a company to give an employee shares of stock at a future date, often after certain conditions are met or after leaving the company. They function like a form of delayed compensation, allowing employees to earn shares over time. For investors, they represent potential future ownership in the company, but do not provide immediate voting rights or dividends until the shares are actually received.
Linde Compensation Deferral Plan financial
"Deferred stock units acquired under the Linde Compensation Deferral Plan ("Plan")"
one-for-one basis financial
"Conversion to Linde plc Ordinary Shares is on a one-for-one basis"
SEC Form 3
FORM 3UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

INITIAL STATEMENT OF BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP OF SECURITIES

Filed pursuant to Section 16(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
or Section 30(h) of the Investment Company Act of 1940
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1. Name and Address of Reporting Person*
Brown Denny

(Last)(First)(Middle)
C/O LINDE PLC
FORGE, 43 CHURCH STREET WEST

(Street)
WOKING SURREYGU216HT

(City)(State)(Zip)

UNITED KINGDOM

(Country)
2. Date of Event Requiring Statement (Month/Day/Year)
05/15/2026
3. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
LINDE PLC [ LIN ]
3a. Foreign Trading Symbol
5. If Amendment, Date of Original Filed (Month/Day/Year)
4. Relationship of Reporting Person(s) to Issuer
(Check all applicable)
Director10% Owner
XOfficer (give title below)Other (specify below)
VP, Chief Accounting Officer
6. Individual or Joint/Group Filing (Check Applicable Line)
XForm filed by One Reporting Person
Form filed by More than One Reporting Person
Table I - Non-Derivative Securities Beneficially Owned
1. Title of Security (Instr. 4) 2. Amount of Securities Beneficially Owned (Instr. 4) 3. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 5) 4. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 5)
Ordinary Shares3,466.912D
Table II - Derivative Securities Beneficially Owned
(e.g., puts, calls, warrants, options, convertible securities)
1. Title of Derivative Security (Instr. 4) 2. Date Exercisable and Expiration Date (Month/Day/Year)3. Title and Amount of Securities Underlying Derivative Security (Instr. 4) 4. Conversion or Exercise Price of Derivative Security 5. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 5) 6. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 5)
Date ExercisableExpiration DateTitleAmount or Number of Shares
Restricted Stock Units (1) (1)Ordinary Shares247(2)D
Deferred Stock Units (3) (3)Ordinary Shares10.629(2)D
Restricted Stock Units (4) (4)Ordinary Shares235(2)D
Restricted Stock Units (5) (5)Ordinary Shares264(2)D
Stock Options (right to buy)03/07/2026(6)03/07/2035Ordinary Shares1,731$468.77D
Stock Options (right to buy)03/07/2024(7)03/07/2033Ordinary Shares865$354.14D
Stock Options (right to buy)03/07/2023(8)03/07/2032Ordinary Shares1,045$270.99D
Stock Options (right to buy)03/08/2022(9)03/08/2031Ordinary Shares1,670$253.68D
Stock Options (right to buy)03/09/2027(10)03/09/2036Ordinary Shares2,148$483.62D
Stock Options (right to buy)02/27/2019(11)02/27/2028Ordinary Shares5,500$154D
Stock Options (right to buy)03/07/2025(12)03/07/2034Ordinary Shares1,505$465.29D
Stock Options (right to buy)03/09/2021(13)03/09/2030Ordinary Shares1,700$173.13D
Stock Options (right to buy)03/20/2020(14)03/20/2029Ordinary Shares1,895$176.63D
Explanation of Responses:
1. Restricted Stock Units that will vest in full and payout on or about March 7, 2028 in Linde plc Ordinary Shares on a one-for-one basis.
2. Conversion to Linde plc Ordinary Shares is on a one-for-one basis.
3. Deferred stock units acquired under the Linde Compensation Deferral Plan ("Plan"). The deferred stock units will payout in Linde plc Ordinary Share on a one-for-one basis in accordance with the Plan.
4. Restricted Stock Units that will vest in full and payout on or about March 7, 2027 in Linde plc Ordinary Shares on a one-for-one basis.
5. Restricted Stock Units that will vest in full and payout on or about March 9, 2029 in Linde plc Ordinary Shares on a one-for-one basis.
6. This option vests over three years in three consecutive equal annual installments beginning on March 7, 2026.
7. This option vests over three years in three consecutive equal annual installments beginning on March 7, 2024.
8. This option vests over three years in three consecutive equal annual installments beginning on March 7, 2023.
9. This option vests over three years in three consecutive equal annual installments beginning on March 8, 2022.
10. This option vests over three years in three consecutive equal annual installments beginning on March 9, 2027.
11. This option vests over three years in three consecutive equal annual installments beginning on February 27, 2019.
12. This option vests over three years in three consecutive equal annual installments beginning on March 7, 2025.
13. This option vests over three years in three consecutive equal annual installments beginning on March 9, 2021.
14. This option vests over three years in three consecutive equal annual installments beginning on March 20, 2020.
Remarks:
Anthony M. Pepper as attorney-in-fact05/21/2026
** Signature of Reporting PersonDate
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* Form 3: SEC 1473 (03-26)

FAQ

What does the Denny Brown Form 3 filing for LINDE PLC (LIN) show?

The Form 3 shows Denny Brown’s existing equity stake in Linde, including 3,466.912 ordinary shares, multiple stock option awards, and various restricted and deferred stock units that convert into ordinary shares on a one-for-one basis under specified vesting schedules.

How many LINDE PLC ordinary shares does Denny Brown directly own?

Denny Brown directly owns 3,466.912 Linde plc ordinary shares. This figure reflects his current direct share holdings reported as of the Form 3 date and is separate from his stock options, restricted stock units, and deferred stock units that may convert into additional shares later.

What stock options are reported for Denny Brown in the LIN Form 3?

The filing lists several stock option grants, including 5,500 options with a $154.0000 exercise price expiring February 27, 2028 and other options with exercise prices up to $483.6200, expiring between 2029 and 2036, each tied to specific underlying ordinary share amounts.

What restricted stock units does Denny Brown hold in LINDE PLC?

He holds restricted stock units that convert into Linde plc ordinary shares on a one-for-one basis, including awards of 264, 235, and 247 units. Footnotes state these RSUs vest in full and pay out around March 7, 2027, March 7, 2028, and March 9, 2029.

Does the Denny Brown Form 3 indicate any recent buying or selling of LIN shares?

The Form 3 presents Brown’s holdings as of the reporting date and classifies entries as holdings rather than purchases or sales. The transaction summary shows no buy or sell transactions, only holding entries that establish his starting ownership position as an insider of Linde plc.