Microchip Technology (MCHP) CFO-linked trust sells 7,356 shares via Rule 10b5-1 plan

Q: How many Microchip Technology (MCHP) shares did the trust linked to CFO Bjornholt sell, and in what blocks?

The trust associated with CFO James Eric Bjornholt sold 3,053 shares in one block and 4,303 shares in another, totaling 7,356 Microchip Technology common shares during the reported transactions on August 25, 2025.

Q: At what prices were the Microchip Technology (MCHP) shares sold in the reported insider transactions?

The trust’s sales were executed at $69.14 per share for the 3,053 -share block and $68.42 per share for the 4,303 -share block, both involving Microchip Technology common stock on August 25, 2025.

Q: How many Microchip Technology (MCHP) shares does the trust associated with CFO Bjornholt still hold?

After the reported sales, the trust associated with CFO James Eric Bjornholt continues to hold 30,010 shares of Microchip Technology common stock indirectly, according to the post-transaction holdings data provided.

Q: Is the reported Microchip Technology (MCHP) insider transaction direct or indirect ownership?

The transactions involve indirect ownership, described as "Shares held Indirectly, by Trust." This means the reported common stock sales were conducted by a trust associated with CFO James Eric Bjornholt, rather than through direct personal holdings.

Filing Impact

(Very High)

Filing Sentiment

(Negative)

Form Type

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

A trust associated with Microchip Technology Senior VP and CFO James Eric Bjornholt sold 3,053 and 4,303 shares of common stock on August 25, 2025 at $69.14 and $68.42 per share, respectively, totaling 7,356 shares. The sales were executed under a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan adopted on May 23, 2025. After these transactions, the trust continues to hold 30,010 shares indirectly.

Insights

TL;DR: Insider sales under a pre-established 10b5-1 plan reduced indirect holdings modestly; transaction appears routine, not event-driven.

The Form 4 documents two non-derivative dispositions totaling 7,356 shares executed on 08/25/2025 under a Rule 10b5-1 plan adopted May 23, 2025. Prices were $69.14 and $68.42, indicating sales near each other in price and suggesting systematic plan execution rather than opportunistic trades. Reported post-transaction beneficial ownership remains in the tens of thousands of shares, held indirectly via a trust, which limits immediate governance implications. For investors, this is a routine liquidity event by a senior officer rather than a signal of company fundamentals.

TL;DR: Use of a documented 10b5-1 plan demonstrates procedural compliance and reduces insider-trading concern.

The reporting shows the CFO followed an established Rule 10b5-1 plan for these sales, with the plan adoption date disclosed. Sales were executed by an attorney-in-fact as indicated by the signature block, and shares remain held indirectly in a trust. From a governance perspective, disclosure of the plan and the mechanics of the sale align with best practices for predictable insider transactions and mitigate governance risk related to timing or information asymmetry.

Insider Trade Summary

Net Seller: 7,356 shares

Net Sell 2 txns

Insider Bjornholt James Eric

Role SENIOR VP AND CFO

Sold 7,356 shs ($505K)

Type	Security	Shares	Price	Value
Sale	Common Stock	3,053	$69.14	$211K
Sale	Common Stock	4,303	$68.42	$294K

Holdings After Transaction: Common Stock — 30,010 shares (Indirect, Shares held Indirectly, by Trust.)

Footnotes (1)

F1. The sale(s) reported in this Form 4 was/were effected pursuant to a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan adopted by the Reporting Person on May 23, 2025.

Key Figures

Total shares sold: 7,356 shares Block 1 sale: 3,053 shares at $69.14 per share Block 2 sale: 4,303 shares at $68.42 per share +2 more

5 metrics

Total shares sold 7,356 shares Aggregate Microchip Technology common shares sold indirectly by trust on August 25, 2025

Block 1 sale 3,053 shares at $69.14 per share First block of indirectly held common stock sold on August 25, 2025

Block 2 sale 4,303 shares at $68.42 per share Second block of indirectly held common stock sold on August 25, 2025

Post-transaction indirect holdings 30,010 shares Common stock held indirectly by trust after the reported sales

Rule 10b5-1 plan adoption date May 23, 2025 Date the reporting person’s trading plan governing these sales was adopted

Key Terms

Rule 10b5-1 trading plan, indirect, Sale in open market or private transaction

3 terms

Rule 10b5-1 trading plan regulatory

"The sale(s) reported in this Form 4 was/were effected pursuant to a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan"

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.

indirect financial

"<ownership_type>indirect</ownership_type> indicating shares held by a trust"

Sale in open market or private transaction financial

"transaction_code_description: Sale in open market or private transaction"

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Accepted by SEC EDGAR 08/27/2025 - 04:41 PM

FAQ

What insider transaction did Microchip Technology (MCHP) report on August 25, 2025?

Microchip Technology reported that a trust associated with CFO James Eric Bjornholt sold 7,356 shares of common stock on August 25, 2025, in two separate transactions, as part of a pre-arranged Rule 10b5-1 trading plan.

How many Microchip Technology (MCHP) shares did the trust linked to CFO Bjornholt sell, and in what blocks?

The trust associated with CFO James Eric Bjornholt sold 3,053 shares in one block and 4,303 shares in another, totaling 7,356 Microchip Technology common shares during the reported transactions on August 25, 2025.

At what prices were the Microchip Technology (MCHP) shares sold in the reported insider transactions?

The trust’s sales were executed at $69.14 per share for the 3,053-share block and $68.42 per share for the 4,303-share block, both involving Microchip Technology common stock on August 25, 2025.

How many Microchip Technology (MCHP) shares does the trust associated with CFO Bjornholt still hold?

After the reported sales, the trust associated with CFO James Eric Bjornholt continues to hold 30,010 shares of Microchip Technology common stock indirectly, according to the post-transaction holdings data provided.

Was the Microchip Technology (MCHP) insider sale made under a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan?

Yes. The filing states the sale(s) were effected pursuant to a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan adopted by the reporting person on May 23, 2025, indicating these trades were pre-arranged under that plan.

Is the reported Microchip Technology (MCHP) insider transaction direct or indirect ownership?

The transactions involve indirect ownership, described as "Shares held Indirectly, by Trust." This means the reported common stock sales were conducted by a trust associated with CFO James Eric Bjornholt, rather than through direct personal holdings.

SEC Form 4

FORM 4

UNITED 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
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Check this box if no longer subject to Section 16. Form 4 or Form 5 obligations may continue. See Instruction 1(b).

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^*

Bjornholt James Eric

(Last)

(First)

(Middle)

C/O MICROCHIP TECHNOLOGY INCORPORATED

2355 WEST CHANDLER BOULEVARD

(Street)

CHANDLER

85224-6199

(City)

(State)

(Zip)

2. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
MICROCHIP TECHNOLOGY INC [ MCHP ]

5. Relationship of Reporting Person(s) to Issuer
(Check all applicable)

	Director	10% Owner
X	Officer (give title below)	Other (specify below)
	SENIOR VP AND CFO

3. Date of Earliest Transaction (Month/Day/Year)
08/25/2025

4. If Amendment, Date of Original Filed (Month/Day/Year)

6. Individual or Joint/Group Filing (Check Applicable Line)

X	Form filed by One Reporting Person
	Form filed by More than One Reporting Person

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)
1. Title of Security (Instr. 3)	2. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)	2A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)	Code	V	Amount	(A) or (D)	Price		6. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4)	7. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
Common Stock	08/25/2025		S⁽¹⁾		3,053	D	$69.14	34,313	I	Shares held Indirectly, by Trust.
Common Stock	08/25/2025		S⁽¹⁾		4,303	D	$68.42	30,010	I	Shares held Indirectly, by Trust.

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)
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)	Code	V	(A)	(D)	Date Exercisable	Expiration Date	Title	Amount or Number of Shares	8. Price of Derivative Security (Instr. 5)		10. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4)	11. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)

Explanation of Responses:

1. The sale(s) reported in this Form 4 was/were effected pursuant to a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan adopted by the Reporting Person on May 23, 2025.

Remarks:

	Deborah L. Wussler, as Attorney-in-Fact	08/27/2025
	** Signature of Reporting Person	Date
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