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Match Group, Inc. (MTCH) director receives 46 new dividend equivalents

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Form Type
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Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Match Group, Inc. director Ann McDaniel reported an acquisition of 46 dividend equivalents linked to restricted stock units. These dividend equivalents convert into common stock on a one-for-one basis, increasing her directly held derivative balance to 194 dividend equivalents. The dividend equivalents accrued on restricted stock units that vest on the earlier of June 18, 2026 or the next Annual Stockholder Meeting of Match Group, Inc. following the grant date, subject to continued service.

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Insider MCDANIEL ANN
Role null
Type Security Shares Price Value
Grant/Award Dividend Equivalents 46 $0.00 --
Holdings After Transaction: Dividend Equivalents — 194 shares (Direct, null)
Footnotes (1)
  1. Dividend equivalents convert into common stock on a one-for-one basis. The dividend equivalents accrued on restricted stock units that vest on the earlier of (i) June 18, 2026 and (ii) the date of the next Annual Stockholder Meeting of Match Group, Inc. following the grant date, subject to continued service.
Dividend equivalents granted 46 dividend equivalents Grant/award acquisition on April 21, 2026
Total dividend equivalents after transaction 194 dividend equivalents Direct holdings following reported grant
Conversion ratio 1:1 into common stock Dividend equivalents convert into common shares
RSU vesting date June 18, 2026 Earlier of June 18, 2026 or next Annual Stockholder Meeting
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.
restricted stock units financial
"The dividend equivalents accrued on restricted stock units that vest on the earlier of (i) June 18, 2026..."
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.
Annual Stockholder Meeting financial
"the date of the next Annual Stockholder Meeting of Match Group, Inc. following the grant date"
An annual stockholder meeting is a yearly gathering where a company's owners (shareholders) receive updates on performance, vote on key issues like board members, executive pay and major corporate plans, and ask questions of management. Think of it as a company town hall where choices about oversight and direction are decided; outcomes can affect management accountability, corporate strategy and ultimately the value and risks of investors’ shares.
Grant, award, or other acquisition financial
"transaction_code_description": "Grant, award, or other acquisition""
SEC Form 4
FORM 4UNITED 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
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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*
MCDANIEL ANN

(Last)(First)(Middle)
C/O GRAHAM HOLDINGS COMPANY
1300 NORTH 17TH STREET

(Street)
ARLINGTON VIRGINIA 22209

(City)(State)(Zip)

UNITED STATES

(Country)
2. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
Match Group, Inc. [ MTCH ]
5. Relationship of Reporting Person(s) to Issuer
(Check all applicable)
XDirector10% Owner
Officer (give title below)Other (specify below)
2a. Foreign Trading Symbol
3. Date of Earliest Transaction (Month/Day/Year)
04/21/2026
6. Individual or Joint/Group Filing (Check Applicable Line)
XForm filed by One Reporting Person
Form filed by More than One Reporting Person
4. If Amendment, Date of Original Filed (Month/Day/Year)

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)
CodeVAmount(A) or (D)Price
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)
CodeV(A)(D)Date ExercisableExpiration DateTitleAmount or Number of Shares
Dividend Equivalents(1)04/21/2026A46 (2) (2)Common Stock, par value $0.00146$0194D
Explanation of Responses:
1. Dividend equivalents convert into common stock on a one-for-one basis.
2. The dividend equivalents accrued on restricted stock units that vest on the earlier of (i) June 18, 2026 and (ii) the date of the next Annual Stockholder Meeting of Match Group, Inc. following the grant date, subject to continued service.
Remarks:
David Shipley as Attorney-in-Fact for Ann McDaniel04/23/2026
** Signature of Reporting PersonDate
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* Form 4: SEC 1474 (03-26)

FAQ

What insider transaction did Match Group (MTCH) director Ann McDaniel report?

Ann McDaniel reported receiving 46 dividend equivalents as a grant or award. These instruments are tied to restricted stock units and convert into Match Group common stock on a one-for-one basis, increasing her total directly held dividend equivalents to 194.

How many dividend equivalents does Ann McDaniel hold after this Match Group Form 4 filing?

After the reported transaction, Ann McDaniel holds 194 dividend equivalents directly. The filing shows a grant of 46 dividend equivalents, which are derivative securities that convert into an equal number of Match Group common shares on a one-for-one basis upon settlement.

What are the terms of the dividend equivalents reported for Match Group director Ann McDaniel?

The dividend equivalents convert into Match Group common stock on a one-for-one basis. They accrued on restricted stock units that vest on the earlier of June 18, 2026 or the next Annual Stockholder Meeting following the grant date, provided that service continues.

When do the restricted stock units tied to these Match Group dividend equivalents vest?

The restricted stock units connected to the dividend equivalents vest on the earlier of June 18, 2026 or the date of Match Group’s next Annual Stockholder Meeting after the grant date, with vesting conditioned on the director’s continued service during that period.

Is the reported Match Group dividend equivalent transaction a market buy or sell?

The transaction is classified as a grant or award acquisition, not a market trade. The filing uses transaction code A, indicating a grant of 46 dividend equivalents rather than an open-market purchase or sale of Match Group common stock.