[Form 4] Nuvalent, Inc. Insider Trading Activity
Filing Impact
Filing Sentiment
Form Type
4
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Insider Trading Alert: James E. Flynn and Deerfield Management Company reported significant beneficial ownership changes in Nuvalent (NUVL) through multiple transactions on June 18, 2025.
Key Transaction Details:
- Two directors affiliated with Deerfield Management received RSUs: Cameron Wheeler and Joseph Pearlberg each granted 2,647 shares vesting by June 18, 2026
- Both directors received stock options to purchase 4,147 shares each at $75.53/share, expiring June 18, 2035
- Deerfield entities maintain substantial holdings: Deerfield Private Design Fund IV and Deerfield Healthcare Innovations Fund each own 8,670,512 shares
- Deerfield Partners holds 650,000 shares
All securities are held indirectly through Deerfield Management Company, with James Flynn serving as the sole member of the general partner entities. The filing indicates significant institutional control through multiple investment vehicles and board representation.
Positive
- None.
Negative
- None.
Insider Trade Summary
8 transactions reported
Mixed
8 txns
Insider
Flynn James E, DEERFIELD MANAGEMENT COMPANY, L.P. (SERIES C)
Role
Director, 10% Owner | Director, 10% Owner
| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grant/Award | Stock Option (Right to Buy) | 4,147 | $0.00 | -- |
| Grant/Award | Stock Option (Right to Buy) | 4,147 | $0.00 | -- |
| Grant/Award | Class A Common Stock | 2,647 | $0.00 | -- |
| Grant/Award | Class A Common Stock | 2,647 | $0.00 | -- |
| holding | Class A Common Stock | -- | -- | -- |
| holding | Class A Common Stock | -- | -- | -- |
| holding | Class A Common Stock | -- | -- | -- |
| holding | Class A Common Stock | -- | -- | -- |
Holdings After Transaction:
Stock Option (Right to Buy) — 4,147 shares (Indirect, Through Deerfield Management Company, L.P.);
Class A Common Stock — 2,647 shares (Indirect, Through Deerfield Management Company, L.P.)
Footnotes (1)
- Cameron Wheeler, a partner in Deerfield Management Company, L.P. ("Deerfield Management"), serves as a director of the Issuer. The reported shares of Class A Common Stock are issuable under restricted stock units ("RSUs") granted to Mr. Wheeler, which are held for the benefit, and at the direction, of Deerfield Management. Each RSU represents the right to receive one share of the Issuer's Class A Common Stock. The RSUs vest in full on the earlier of June 18, 2026 or the date of the Issuer's next annual meeting of stockholders, subject to Mr. Wheeler's continued service to the Issuer through the applicable vesting date. Joseph Pearlberg, an employee of Deerfield Management, serves as a director of the Issuer. The reported shares of Class A Common Stock are issuable under restricted stock units ("RSUs") granted to Mr. Pearlberg, which are held for the benefit, and at the direction, of Deerfield Management. Each RSU represents the right to receive one share of the Issuer's Class A Common Stock. The RSUs vest in full on the earlier of June 18, 2026 or the date of the Issuer's next annual meeting of stockholders, subject to Mr. Pearlberg's continued service to the Issuer through the applicable vesting date. This Form 4 is being filed by the undersigned as well as the entity listed on the Joint Filer Information Statement attached as an exhibit hereto (the "Reporting Persons"). Deerfield Mgmt, L.P. is the general partner of Deerfield Partners, L.P. ("Deerfield Partners"). Deerfield Mgmt IV, L.P. is the general partner of Deerfield Private Design Fund IV, L.P. ("Fund IV"). Deerfield Mgmt HIF, L.P. is the general partner of Deerfield Healthcare Innovations Fund, L.P. (collectively with Deerfield Partners and Fund IV, the "Funds"). Deerfield Management Company, L.P. is the investment manager of the Funds. James E. Flynn is the sole member of the general partner of each of Deerfield Mgmt, L.P., Deerfield Mgmt IV, L.P., Deerfield Mgmt HIF, L.P. and Deerfield Management Company, L.P. The option was granted to Mr. Wheeler on June 18, 2025 and is scheduled to vest and become exercisable on the earlier of June 18, 2026 and the date of the Issuer's next annual meeting of stockholders, subject to Mr. Wheeler's continued service to the Issuer through the applicable vesting date. Such Option is held for the benefit, and at the direction, or Deerfield Management. The option was granted to Mr. Pearlberg on June 18, 2025 and is scheduled to vest and become exercisable on the earlier of June 18, 2026 and the date of the Issuer's next annual meeting of stockholders, subject to Mr. Pearlberg's continued service to the Issuer through the applicable vesting date. Such Option is held for the benefit, and at the direction, or Deerfield Management. Represents shares underlying fully vested restricted stock units originally issued to Messrs. Wheeler and Pearlberg, which shares are held for the benefit, and at the direction, of Deerfield Management. For purposes of Section 16 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, each Reporting Person disclaims beneficial ownership of any such securities, except to the extent of his/its indirect pecuniary interest therein, if any, and this report shall not be deemed an admission that such Reporting Person is the beneficial owner of such securities for purposes of Section 16 or otherwise.
FAQ
What insider trading activity occurred at NUVL on June 18, 2025?
On June 18, 2025, two key transactions occurred: 1) Two directors affiliated with Deerfield Management each received 2,647 restricted stock units (RSUs) at $0, and 2) Each director also received stock options to purchase 4,147 shares at an exercise price of $75.53, exercisable until June 18, 2035.
What are the vesting terms for NUVL's recent RSU grants to directors?
The RSUs granted on June 18, 2025 vest in full on the earlier of June 18, 2026 or the date of NUVL's next annual meeting of stockholders, subject to the director's continued service to the company through the applicable vesting date.
Who are the Deerfield-affiliated directors on NUVL's board?
Two Deerfield-affiliated directors serve on NUVL's board: Cameron Wheeler, who is a partner at Deerfield Management, and Joseph Pearlberg, who is an employee of Deerfield Management. Both received identical RSU and stock option grants on June 18, 2025.
What is the exercise price and expiration date of NUVL's recent director stock options?
The stock options granted to directors on June 18, 2025 have an exercise price of $75.53 per share and expire on June 18, 2035. The options vest on the earlier of June 18, 2026 or the date of the company's next annual meeting of stockholders.