Ponce Financial (PDLB) EVP Kouzilos awarded stock units and options
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Ponce Financial Group executive vice president and chief lending officer Ioannis Kouzilos reported new equity awards in the company’s stock. On January 22, 2026, he received 5,000 shares of common stock in the form of restricted stock units at a price of $0, which vest 20% per year starting January 22, 2027. After this grant, he directly beneficially owned 37,077 shares of common stock, with an additional 12,354 shares held indirectly through an ESOP.
He was also granted a 7,500-share stock option with an exercise price of $16.88 and five separate 1,500‑share premium stock option awards with exercise prices of $18.57, $18.91, $19.24, $19.58, and $19.92. These options generally vest at 20% per year commencing January 22, 2027, giving him additional long-term, performance-linked exposure to Ponce Financial Group’s common stock.
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Insider Trade Summary
| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grant/Award | Stock options | 7,500 | $16.88 | $127K |
| Grant/Award | Premium Stock Options | 1,500 | $18.57 | $28K |
| Grant/Award | Premium Stock Options | 1,500 | $18.91 | $28K |
| Grant/Award | Premium Stock Option | 1,500 | $19.24 | $29K |
| Grant/Award | Premium Stock Option | 1,500 | $19.58 | $29K |
| Grant/Award | Premium Stock Otpion | 1,500 | $19.92 | $30K |
| Grant/Award | Common Stock | 5,000 | $0.00 | -- |
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Footnotes (1)
- Shares of restricted stock units vest annually at a rate of 20% per year commencing on January 22, 2027 and were granted for no consideration. Includes 5,000 shares of previously awarded restricted stock units, of which 1,666 shares vest on December 7, 2026, 1,667 shares vest on December 7, 2027 and 1,667 shares vest on December 7, 2028. Includes 5,000 shares of previously awarded restricted stock units that vest annually at a rate of 20% per year commencing on February 4, 2026. Reflects ESOP allocations and dispositions that have occurred since the date of the reporting person's last ownership report Stock options vest annually at a rate of 20% commencing on January 22, 2027 Stock Options vest annually at a rate of 20% per year commencing on April 1, 2023 Non-Premium Stock Options vest annually at a rate of 20% per year commencing on February 4, 2026
FAQ
What insider transaction did Ponce Financial Group (PDLB) report for Ioannis Kouzilos?
The filing shows that Ioannis Kouzilos, EVP & Chief Lending Officer of Ponce Financial Group, received new equity awards on January 22, 2026, including restricted stock units in common stock and multiple stock option grants.
What stock options were granted to Ioannis Kouzilos by Ponce Financial Group (PDLB)?
He received a 7,500‑share stock option with an exercise price of $16.88, plus five separate 1,500‑share premium stock option awards with exercise prices of $18.57, $18.91, $19.24, $19.58, and $19.92.
When do the new PDLB stock and option awards to Ioannis Kouzilos start vesting?
The footnotes state that the 5,000 restricted stock units and the newly granted stock options generally vest 20% per year commencing on January 22, 2027.
What does the ESOP holding mean in Ioannis Kouzilos’ PDLB ownership?
The filing reports 12,354 PDLB shares held indirectly “By ESOP,” indicating an interest in shares allocated through an employee stock ownership plan in addition to his directly held shares and options.