Match Group director granted stock units from dividend
Match Group, Inc. director Laura Rachel Jones reported two equity credits dated July 21, 2026.
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Form Type
4
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Match Group, Inc. director Laura Rachel Jones reported two equity credits dated July 21, 2026. She was credited with 19 share units linked to common stock at a reference price of $38.75 under the 2020 Deferred Compensation Plan and 35 dividend-equivalent units on restricted stock units that convert one-for-one into common shares. After these awards she holds 19,196 common shares and share units directly, plus 35 dividend-equivalent units.
Insider Trade Summary
Grant/Award: 54 shares
Grant/Award
2 txns
Insider
Jones Laura Rachel
Role
Director
| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grant/Award | Dividend Equivalents F3, F4 | 35 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Grant/Award | Common Stock, par value $0.001 F1, F2 | 19 | $38.75 | $736.25 |
Holdings After Transaction:
Dividend Equivalents — 35 contracts (Direct);
Common Stock, par value $0.001 — 19,196 shares (Direct)
Footnotes (4)
- F1. Represents share units (rounded to the nearest whole number) credited to the reporting person pursuant to the 2020 Match Group, Inc. Deferred Compensation Plan for Non-Employee Directors in connection with the cash dividend that was paid by Match Group, Inc. on shares of Match Group, Inc. common stock on July 21, 2026.
- F2. Includes (i) 15,477 shares of common stock and (ii) 3,719 share units (rounded to the nearest whole number) accrued under the 2020 Match Group, Inc. Deferred Compensation Plan for Non-Employee Directors as of the date of this report.
- F3. Dividend equivalents convert into common stock on a one-for-one basis.
- F4. The dividend equivalents accrued on restricted stock units that vest on the earlier of (i) June 16, 2027 and (ii) the date of the next Annual Stockholder Meeting of Match Group, Inc. following the grant date, subject to continued service.
Key Figures
Share units credited: 19.0000 shares
Reference price per unit: $38.7500 per share
Dividend equivalents granted: 35.0000 units
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Share units credited
19.0000 shares
Share units linked to common stock credited on July 21, 2026 under the 2020 Deferred Compensation Plan
Reference price per unit
$38.7500 per share
Reference price for the 19 share units credited on July 21, 2026
Dividend equivalents granted
35.0000 units
Dividend-equivalent units on restricted stock units that convert one-for-one into common stock
Total common stock and units
19,196.0000 shares/units
Direct holdings of Match Group common shares and deferred share units as of the report date
Common stock component
15,477 shares
Portion of direct holdings that are Match Group common shares
Deferred share units component
3,719 share units
Deferred compensation share units accrued for the non-employee director as of the report date
Latest RSU vesting date
June 16, 2027
Latest potential vesting date for restricted stock units on which dividend equivalents accrued
Key Terms
Dividend equivalents, Deferred Compensation Plan, restricted stock units, Non-Employee Directors
4 terms
Dividend equivalents financial
"Dividend equivalents convert into common stock on a one-for-one basis."
Payments tied to employee or contractor equity awards that mirror the cash dividends paid on the company’s stock; they give the holder the same economic benefit as owning the shares without transferring actual shares—often paid in cash or additional award units when the award becomes payable. Investors care because these payments affect a company’s compensation costs, cash flow and potential share dilution, and they signal how management is being rewarded and aligned with shareholders.
Deferred Compensation Plan financial
"accrued under the 2020 Match Group, Inc. Deferred Compensation Plan"
A deferred compensation plan is an arrangement where an employer agrees to pay part of an employee’s pay or bonus at a later date instead of immediately, often to reduce current tax bills or to tie rewards to long-term performance. For investors it matters because these promises create future cash obligations and influence executive incentives and retention; they can affect a company’s reported liabilities, cash flow planning and the risk profile if the business faces financial trouble.
restricted stock units financial
"The dividend equivalents accrued on restricted stock units that vest"
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.
Non-Employee Directors financial
"Deferred Compensation Plan for Non-Employee Directors in connection"
Non-employee directors are board members who do not work for the company as salaried employees and usually do not hold day-to-day management roles. They act like outside referees or independent coaches, providing oversight, asking tough questions, and protecting shareholders’ interests; investors care because these directors help ensure management is accountable, reduce conflicts of interest, and influence decisions that affect company strategy and long-term value.
FAQ
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What insider equity awards did Match Group (MTCH) report for Laura Rachel Jones?
She received two equity credits. One was 19 share units linked to Match Group common stock at a reference price of $38.75. The other was 35 dividend-equivalent units on restricted stock units that convert into common stock on a one-for-one basis.
What is the 2020 Match Group (MTCH) Deferred Compensation Plan for Non-Employee Directors?
Under this plan, non-employee directors can accrue share units instead of cash, including units credited in connection with cash dividends. For Laura Rachel Jones, 19 share units were credited on July 21, 2026 and 3,719 share units were accrued in total as of the report date.
What are dividend equivalents in the Match Group (MTCH) Form 4 filing?
Dividend equivalents are credits that mirror cash dividends on underlying restricted stock units, here totaling 35 units. These dividend equivalents convert into Match Group common stock on a one-for-one basis when the related restricted stock units ultimately vest.
When do the Match Group (MTCH) restricted stock units tied to these dividend equivalents vest?
The related restricted stock units vest on the earlier of June 16, 2027 or the date of the next Annual Stockholder Meeting following the grant. Vesting remains subject to Laura Rachel Jones’s continued service with Match Group.
Do these Match Group (MTCH) Form 4 transactions reflect open-market buying or selling?
No. Both entries are compensation-related equity credits, not open-market trades. They reflect 19 deferred share units credited under a director compensation plan and 35 dividend-equivalent units on existing restricted stock units, with no reported market purchases or sales.
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