Nasdaq (NDAQ) executive sells 5,093 shares, still holds 233,798
Filing Impact
Filing Sentiment
Form Type
4
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Nelson Griggs, President of Capital Access Platforms at Nasdaq, Inc., reported an open-market sale of 5,093 shares of common stock at $92.62 per share on May 18, 2026. After this transaction, he directly holds 233,798 shares. Footnote disclosures also list sizeable restricted stock and performance stock unit awards, with a substantial portion already vested.
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Insider Trade Summary
Net Seller: 5,093 shares ($471,714)
Net Sell
1 txn
Insider
Griggs PC Nelson
Role
Pres. Capital Access Platforms
Sold
5,093 shs ($472K)
| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sale | Common Stock, par value $0.01 per share | 5,093 | $92.62 | $472K |
Holdings After Transaction:
Common Stock, par value $0.01 per share — 233,798 shares (Direct, null)
Footnotes (1)
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Key Figures
Shares sold: 5,093 shares
Sale price: $92.62 per share
Direct holdings after sale: 233,798 shares
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Shares sold
5,093 shares
Open-market sale on May 18, 2026
Sale price
$92.62 per share
Price for 5,093 common shares sold
Direct holdings after sale
233,798 shares
Common stock directly owned following transaction
Restricted stock/units
77,970 shares or units
Restricted stock, 42,766 vested
Vested restricted stock
42,766 shares or units
Portion of restricted stock/units already vested
PSUs outstanding
155,828 shares underlying PSUs
Performance stock units, 142,986 vested
Vested PSUs
142,986 shares underlying PSUs
Vested portion of performance stock units
Key Terms
open-market sale, restricted stock, PSUs, Common Stock
4 terms
open-market sale financial
"reported an open-market sale of 5,093 shares of common stock"
An open-market sale is when a shareholder sells existing shares directly on a public exchange to any willing buyer, rather than through a private deal. Think of it like putting goods on a busy market stall where price is set by supply and demand; for investors it matters because such sales increase available supply, can put short-term downward pressure on the stock price, and signal changes in liquidity or investor confidence.
restricted stock financial
"Represents (i) 77,970 shares or units of restricted stock, of which 42,766 are vested"
Shares granted to an individual that carry limits on transfer or sale until certain conditions are met, such as staying with the company for a set time or hitting performance targets. Think of them as a locked gift that gradually opens; for investors they matter because they affect how many shares may enter the market later, signal management incentives and potential dilution, and reveal confidence in future company performance.
PSUs financial
"155,828 shares of Common Stock underlying PSUs, 142,986 of which are vested"
PSUs are company shares promised to employees or executives that only become actual stock if the business hits specific performance targets over a set period. For investors, PSUs matter because they link pay to measurable outcomes — similar to a conditional bonus that converts into ownership — which can influence management decisions, dilution of shares, and signals about confidence in future results.
Common Stock financial
"Common Stock, par value $0.01 per share"
Common stock represents ownership shares in a company, giving investors a stake in its success and a say in important decisions through voting rights. It is the most common type of stock traded on markets and can provide income through dividends, as well as potential for value growth. For investors, holding common stock means sharing in the company’s profits and risks.
FAQ
What insider transaction did Nelson Griggs report for Nasdaq (NDAQ)?
Nelson Griggs reported an open-market sale of 5,093 Nasdaq common shares. The sale occurred on May 18, 2026, at a price of $92.62 per share, according to the Form 4 insider filing data provided.
Is the Nelson Griggs Nasdaq (NDAQ) trade an open-market sale?
Yes. The Form 4 identifies the transaction with code “S” and describes it as an open-market or private sale. The filing specifically labels the action as an open-market sale of non-derivative common stock at a stated per-share price.