Lexicon (NASDAQ: LXRX) CEO awarded 862K RSUs and 1.29M options
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Form Type
4
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Lexicon Pharmaceuticals’ Chief Executive Officer and director Michael Exton reported equity awards dated February 12, 2026. He received 862,440 restricted stock units, each representing a right to one share of common stock. These restricted stock units vest in three equal installments on February 28 of each of the three years following the grant year.
He was also granted a stock option for 1,293,670 shares of common stock at an exercise price of $1.37 per share. The option vests 25% on the first anniversary of the grant date and then 1/48th of the shares each month of continued service thereafter.
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Insider Trade Summary
2 transactions reported
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Insider
Exton Michael
Role
Chief Executive Officer
| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grant/Award | Restricted Stock Units | 862,440 | $0.00 | -- |
| Grant/Award | Stock Option (Right to Buy) | 1,293,670 | $0.00 | -- |
Holdings After Transaction:
Restricted Stock Units — 862,440 shares (Direct);
Stock Option (Right to Buy) — 1,293,670 shares (Direct)
Footnotes (1)
- Each restricted stock unit represents a contingent right to receive one share of common stock. Restricted stock units vest with respect to 1/3 of the shares subject to the restricted stock units on February 28 of each of the three years following the year of grant. Option vests with respect to 25% of the shares subject to the option on the first anniversary of grant, and vests 1/48th per month for each month of service thereafter.
FAQ
What insider transaction did LXRX CEO Michael Exton report on this Form 4?
Michael Exton reported equity awards granted on February 12, 2026. He received restricted stock units and a stock option, both tied to Lexicon Pharmaceuticals common stock, as part of his compensation, rather than buying or selling shares on the open market.
How many restricted stock units did the LXRX CEO receive in this filing?
The CEO received 862,440 restricted stock units. Each unit represents a contingent right to receive one share of Lexicon Pharmaceuticals common stock, subject to the vesting schedule described in the filing and his continued service with the company over time.
What is the vesting schedule for Michael Exton’s restricted stock units at LXRX?
The restricted stock units vest in three equal installments. One-third of the shares vests on February 28 of each of the three years after the year of grant, aligning the award with multi‑year service and performance at Lexicon Pharmaceuticals.
What stock option grant did the LXRX CEO receive and at what exercise price?
Michael Exton received a stock option covering 1,293,670 shares of Lexicon Pharmaceuticals common stock. The option carries an exercise price of $1.37 per share, meaning he can buy shares at that price once they vest and subject to plan terms.
How do Michael Exton’s new stock options at LXRX vest over time?
The option vests 25% on the first anniversary of the grant date. The remaining 75% then vests in equal monthly installments of 1/48th of the total shares for each month of continued service after that first anniversary.
Are the LXRX CEO’s reported awards direct or indirect holdings?
Both the restricted stock units and the stock option are reported as direct holdings. The filing does not indicate ownership through a separate entity, and the nature of ownership field is left blank, consistent with direct beneficial ownership by Michael Exton.