MaxLinear (NASDAQ: MXL) director receives two new RSU awards

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Sennesael Kris reported acquisition or exercise transactions in this Form 4 filing.

MAXLINEAR, INC director Kris Sennesael received new equity awards in the form of restricted stock units (RSUs). On February 13, 2026, Sennesael was granted 2,052 RSUs and a separate award of 9,728 RSUs, each representing a right to receive one share of common stock.

The 2,052-unit award vests in full on the earlier of May 1, 2026 or the date immediately before the next annual stockholder meeting, provided Sennesael continues as a director. The 9,728-unit award vests in three equal annual installments on each anniversary of February 13, 2026, and will be fully vested on February 13, 2029, contingent on continued board service.

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

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1. Name and Address of Reporting Person^*

Sennesael Kris

(Last) (First) (Middle)

C/O MAXLINEAR, INC.

5966 LA PLACE COURT, SUITE 100

(Street)

CARLSBAD CA 92008

(City) (State) (Zip)

2. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
MAXLINEAR, INC [ MXL ]

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

X	Director		10% Owner
	Officer (give title below)		Other (specify below)

3. Date of Earliest Transaction (Month/Day/Year)
02/13/2026

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)
			Code	V	Amount	(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)
				Code	V	(A)	(D)	Date Exercisable	Expiration Date	Title	Amount or Number of Shares
Restricted Stock Units	(1)	02/13/2026		A		2,052		(2)	(2)	Common Stock	2,052	$0	2,052	D
Restricted Stock Units	(1)	02/13/2026		A		9,728		(3)	(3)	Common Stock	9,728	$0	9,728	D

Explanation of Responses:

1. Each restricted stock unit ("RSU") represents a contingent right to receive one share of MaxLinear, Inc. Common Stock.

2. Subject to the Reporting Person's continuing as a Director (as defined in the 2010 Equity Incentive Plan) through such date, one hundred percent (100%) of the RSUs subject to the award will vest on the earlier to occur of May 1, 2026 or the date immediately preceding the next annual meeting of stockholders.

3. Subject to the Reporting Person's continuing as a Director (as defined in the 2010 Equity Incentive Plan) through each such date, one-third (1/3rd) of the RSUs subject to the award shall vest on each anniversary of February 13, 2026, such that the award will be fully vested on February 13, 2029.

Remarks:

	/s/ Connie Kwong, as Attorney-in-Fact	02/18/2026
	** Signature of Reporting Person	Date
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FAQ

What insider transactions did MAXLINEAR (MXL) report for Kris Sennesael?

MAXLINEAR reported two restricted stock unit grants to director Kris Sennesael on February 13, 2026. One award covers 2,052 RSUs and the other 9,728 RSUs, both giving rights to receive common stock if vesting conditions are met.

How many restricted stock units did Kris Sennesael acquire from MAXLINEAR (MXL)?

Kris Sennesael acquired 2,052 RSUs in one grant and 9,728 RSUs in a second grant. Each RSU represents a right to receive one share of MAXLINEAR common stock upon vesting, subject to continued service as a director.

What are the vesting terms for Kris Sennesael’s 2,052 MAXLINEAR RSUs?

The 2,052 RSUs vest 100% on the earlier of May 1, 2026 or the date immediately before MAXLINEAR’s next annual stockholder meeting, assuming Sennesael continues serving as a director under the company’s 2010 Equity Incentive Plan.

How do the 9,728 RSUs granted to Kris Sennesael at MAXLINEAR vest over time?

The 9,728 RSUs vest in three equal installments, with one-third vesting on each anniversary of February 13, 2026. The award becomes fully vested on February 13, 2029, provided Sennesael continues as a director throughout the vesting period.

Does Kris Sennesael pay a price per share for the MAXLINEAR RSU awards?

The Form 4 lists a transaction price per share of $0.0000 for both RSU grants. RSUs are equity awards that do not require a purchase price but convert into shares if specified vesting and service conditions are satisfied.

Are the RSUs granted to Kris Sennesael at MAXLINEAR tied to his role as a director?

Yes. Both RSU awards require Sennesael’s continued service as a director for vesting. The footnotes reference the 2010 Equity Incentive Plan definition of “Director” and make vesting contingent on remaining in that role through the relevant vesting dates.