Nucor (NUE) EVP Behr awarded stock units and options as shares withheld for taxes
Filing Impact
Filing Sentiment
Form Type
4
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
NUCOR CORP Executive Vice President Allen C. Behr reported routine equity compensation activity involving company stock. On June 1, 2026, he received a grant tied to 2,875 shares of common stock through restricted stock units that vest in three annual installments beginning June 1, 2027, with accelerated vesting possible upon death, disability, retirement, or a change in control.
Behr also received an employee stock option award covering 2,303 shares of common stock at an exercise price of $251.49 per share, exercisable beginning June 1, 2029 and expiring on May 31, 2036. In connection with earlier restricted stock unit vestings, a total of 6,438 shares of common stock were withheld by Nucor at $250.00 per share to cover tax liabilities, rather than being sold in the open market.
After these transactions, Behr directly holds about 56,433 shares of Nucor common stock. The filing shows compensation-related grants and tax withholdings, not discretionary open-market buying or selling.
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Insider Trade Summary
5 transactions reported
Mixed
5 txns
Insider
Behr Allen C
Role
Executive Vice President
| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grant/Award | Stock Option | 2,303 | $0.00 | -- |
| Tax Withholding | Common Stock | 3,048 | $250.00 | $762K |
| Tax Withholding | Common Stock | 2,401 | $250.00 | $600K |
| Tax Withholding | Common Stock | 989 | $250.00 | $247K |
| Grant/Award | Common Stock | 2,875 | $0.00 | -- |
Holdings After Transaction:
Stock Option — 2,303 shares (Direct, null);
Common Stock — 59,823.16 shares (Direct, null)
Footnotes (1)
- Represents shares withheld by the Issuer for payment of the tax liability incurred upon the vesting of previously awarded restricted stock units as reported on Form 4 dated 6/5/23. Represents shares withheld by the Issuer for payment of the tax liability incurred upon the vesting of previously awarded restricted stock units as reported on Form 4 dated 6/4/24. Represents shares withheld by the Issuer for payment of the tax liability incurred upon the vesting of previously awarded restricted stock units as reported on Form 4 dated 6/3/25. The shares of common stock reported are issuable to the reporting person upon vesting of restricted stock units that represent the right to receive one share of common stock. The restricted stock units vest in three annual installments commencing on June 1, 2027, subject to acceleration upon the date of termination of the reporting person's employment with the company by reason of death, disability or retirement, or upon a change in control of the company. The company will issue the shares of common stock represented by the units to the reporting person or, if applicable, his or her estate, as soon as administratively practicable after the units become vested. Employee Stock Option (right to buy)
Key Figures
RSU-related shares: 2,875 shares
Stock options granted: 2,303 options
Option exercise price: $251.49 per share
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RSU-related shares
2,875 shares
Restricted stock units vesting in three annual installments from June 1, 2027
Stock options granted
2,303 options
Employee stock option on common stock granted June 1, 2026
Option exercise price
$251.49 per share
Exercise price for 2,303 stock options, exercisable from June 1, 2029
Tax withholding shares
6,438 shares
Shares withheld by issuer to cover tax liabilities at $250.00 per share
Tax withholding price
$250.00 per share
Value used for share withholding on RSU tax liabilities
Post-transaction holdings
56,433 shares
Common stock directly held by Allen C. Behr after reported transactions
Option expiration
May 31, 2036
Expiration date of employee stock option grant
Option vesting start
June 1, 2029
Date options become exercisable
Key Terms
restricted stock units, tax liability, change in control, Employee Stock Option, +1 more
5 terms
restricted stock units financial
"represents shares withheld by the Issuer for payment of the tax liability incurred upon the vesting of previously awarded restricted stock units"
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.
tax liability financial
"shares withheld by the Issuer for payment of the tax liability incurred upon the vesting"
change in control financial
"subject to acceleration upon the date of termination ... or upon a change in control of the company"
A "change in control" occurs when the ownership or management of a company shifts significantly, such as through a merger, acquisition, or sale of a large part of its assets. This change can impact how the company is run and may influence its future direction. For investors, it matters because it can affect the company's stability, strategy, and value, often signaling potential changes in investment risk or opportunity.
Employee Stock Option financial
"Employee Stock Option (right to buy)"
An employee stock option is a promise that lets a worker buy company shares later at a predetermined price, often after they stay for a certain period or meet performance goals — think of it like a coupon that locks in today's price for a future purchase. It matters to investors because options align employees’ incentives with company performance, can increase the number of shares outstanding (dilution) when exercised, and represent a compensation cost that affects reported profits and shareholder value.
vesting financial
"restricted stock units vest in three annual installments commencing on June 1, 2027"
Vesting is the process by which you earn full ownership of something, like company stock or a retirement benefit, over time. It’s like earning the right to keep a gift piece by piece the longer you stay with a company, making sure employees stay committed before they receive all the benefits.
FAQ
What did Nucor (NUE) executive Allen C. Behr receive in this Form 4 filing?
Allen C. Behr received new equity awards, including restricted stock units for 2,875 shares and stock options for 2,303 shares. These awards form part of his compensation and vest over future years under specified employment and change-in-control conditions.
Were any of Allen C. Behr’s Nucor (NUE) transactions open-market stock sales?
No, the filing shows no open-market sales. Instead, 6,438 Nucor shares were withheld by the company at $250.00 per share to pay tax liabilities arising from prior restricted stock unit vesting events reported in earlier Form 4 filings.
What are the key terms of Allen C. Behr’s new Nucor stock option grant?
Behr’s new employee stock option covers 2,303 Nucor common shares at an exercise price of $251.49 per share. The option becomes exercisable starting June 1, 2029 and expires on May 31, 2036, providing a long-dated right to buy shares.
How do Allen C. Behr’s new restricted stock units in Nucor (NUE) vest?
The restricted stock units tied to 2,875 Nucor shares vest in three annual installments beginning June 1, 2027. Vesting can accelerate if Behr’s employment ends due to death, disability, retirement, or upon a qualifying change in control of the company.