McGraw Hill (NYSE: MH) awards 36,842 RSUs to EVP David Stafford
Filing Impact
Filing Sentiment
Form Type
4
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Stafford David B reported acquisition or exercise transactions in this Form 4 filing.
McGraw Hill, Inc. reported that EVP, GC & Secretary David B. Stafford received an equity award in the form of restricted stock units. On April 1, 2026, he was granted 36,842 RSUs, each representing one share of common stock upon vesting. These RSUs vest in three equal annual installments on April 1, 2027, April 1, 2028, and April 1, 2029, conditioned on his continued employment with the company through each vesting date. Following this grant, his directly held common stock position reported in the filing is 100,774 shares, reflecting a compensation-based increase rather than an open-market purchase.
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Insider Trade Summary
1 transaction reported
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1 txn
Insider
Stafford David B
Role
EVP, GC & Secretary
| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grant/Award | Common Stock | 36,842 | $0.00 | -- |
Holdings After Transaction:
Common Stock — 100,774 shares (Direct)
Footnotes (1)
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Key Figures
RSU grant size: 36,842 RSUs
Vesting schedule installments: 3 equal annual tranches
Post-grant holdings: 100,774 shares
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RSU grant size
36,842 RSUs
Granted on April 1, 2026 to EVP, GC & Secretary
Vesting schedule installments
3 equal annual tranches
Vesting on April 1, 2027, 2028 and 2029
Post-grant holdings
100,774 shares
Total common stock directly owned after the RSU grant
Grant price per share
$0.00 per share
Compensation award, not an open-market purchase
Key Terms
restricted stock units ("RSUs"), vest, continued employment, Grant, award, or other acquisition
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restricted stock units ("RSUs") financial
"the Reporting Person received a grant of 36,842 restricted stock units ("RSUs") that vest"
Restricted stock units (RSUs) are a company promise to give an employee shares of stock (or cash equivalent) in the future, but only after certain conditions—usually staying with the company for a set time or hitting performance goals—are met. Investors watch RSUs because when they vest they increase the number of shares outstanding and can lead insiders to sell shares, affecting share price, company dilution and the true cost of employee pay.
vest financial
"RSUs that vest in three equal annual installments on each of April 1, 2027"
A vest is the process by which an employee earns the right to receive certain benefits or ownership interests, such as stock or retirement funds, over time. It’s similar to earning a reward gradually, ensuring that the benefit becomes fully yours only after a set period or meeting specific conditions. This makes it important for investors because it determines when they can actually claim or use those benefits.
continued employment financial
"subject to the Reporting Person's continued employment with the Issuer through each such date"
Continued employment means that an individual remains in their current job without interruption. For investors, it signals stability and ongoing work that can affect company performance and future prospects. Like a steady heartbeat for a business, sustained employment helps ensure consistent operations and financial health.
Grant, award, or other acquisition financial
"transaction_code_description": "Grant, award, or other acquisition""
FAQ
What equity award did McGraw Hill (MH) grant to David B. Stafford?
McGraw Hill granted David B. Stafford 36,842 restricted stock units as equity compensation. Each RSU represents one share of common stock, deliverable upon vesting, increasing his potential ownership without an open-market stock purchase.
How do David B. Stafford’s 36,842 RSUs at McGraw Hill (MH) vest?
The 36,842 RSUs vest in three equal annual installments on April 1, 2027, April 1, 2028, and April 1, 2029. Vesting is conditioned on his continued employment with McGraw Hill through each respective vesting date.
Did David B. Stafford buy McGraw Hill (MH) stock on the open market?
No, the Form 4 shows a grant of 36,842 restricted stock units at zero price per share. This is a compensation-related award, not an open-market stock purchase or sale by David B. Stafford.
What role does David B. Stafford hold at McGraw Hill (MH)?
David B. Stafford serves as Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary of McGraw Hill. The reported RSU award represents part of his compensation package tied to ongoing service with the company.