PayPal risk chief vests 4,602 RSUs; 2,097 withheld
PayPal’s Global Chief Risk Officer reported RSU vesting and tax-share withholding, with 27,608 restricted stock units remaining outstanding.
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Form Type
4
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
PayPal Holdings, Inc. (PYPL) reported that EVP and Global Chief Risk Officer Aaron Webster had restricted stock units vest on September 1, 2026. An award of 4,602 restricted stock units was converted into an equal number of shares of common stock, and 2,097 shares were withheld to cover tax withholding obligations. Following the vesting, Webster continues to hold 27,608 restricted stock units directly, and no Rule 10b5-1 trading plan is reported.
Insider Trade Summary
4,602 shares exercised/converted
Exercise
3 txns
Insider
Webster Aaron
Role
EVP, Global Chief Risk Officer
| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exercise | Restricted Stock Units -4 F2, F3, F4 | 4,602 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Exercise | Common Stock | 4,602 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Tax Withholding | Common Stock F1 | 2,097 | $52.665 | $110K |
Holdings After Transaction:
Restricted Stock Units -4 — 27,608 contracts (Direct);
Common Stock — 65,761 shares (Direct)
Footnotes (4)
- F1. Represents shares withheld to satisfy tax withholding obligations in connection with the vesting of shares of restricted stock units granted to the reporting person.
- F2. Each restricted stock unit represents a contingent right to receive one share of PayPal's common stock.
- F3. The reporting person received a restricted stock unit grant on March 1, 2025, subject to a three-year vesting schedule, vesting 1/3 on the one year anniversary of the grant date of the restricted stock unit award, and 1/12 on each quarterly anniversary of the grant date thereafter until the third anniversary of the grant date, on which date the grant shall be fully vested. Upon vesting, the reporting person will receive a number of shares of common stock equal to the number of restricted stock units that have vested.
- F4. Not applicable.
Key Figures
RSUs vested and converted: 4,602 units/shares
Shares withheld for taxes: 2,097 shares
Tax withholding reference price: $52.665 per share
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RSUs vested and converted
4,602 units/shares
Restricted stock units vesting for Aaron Webster on September 1, 2026
Shares withheld for taxes
2,097 shares
Shares of common stock withheld to satisfy tax withholding obligations
Tax withholding reference price
$52.665 per share
Per-share value applied to 2,097 shares withheld for tax obligations
RSUs held after transaction
27,608 units
Restricted stock units directly held by Aaron Webster after vesting event
Key Terms
restricted stock unit, vesting schedule, tax withholding obligations
3 terms
restricted stock unit financial
"The reporting person received a restricted stock unit grant on March 1, 2025, subject to a three-year vesting schedule"
A restricted stock unit is a promise from a company to give an employee shares of stock after certain conditions are met, like staying with the company for a set amount of time. It’s like earning a bonus that turns into company stock once you’ve proven your commitment, making it a way to motivate and reward employees.
vesting schedule financial
"subject to a three-year vesting schedule, vesting 1/3 on the one year anniversary"
A vesting schedule is a timeline that determines when someone gains full ownership of certain benefits, such as company stock or retirement contributions. Think of it like earning the right to own a gift gradually over time, rather than receiving it all at once. It matters to investors because it affects when they can fully access or sell these benefits, influencing their financial planning and decision-making.
tax withholding obligations financial
"shares withheld to satisfy tax withholding obligations in connection with the vesting"
FAQ
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What insider transaction did PYPL report for Aaron Webster on September 1, 2026?
PayPal reported that Aaron Webster had 4,602 restricted stock units vest and convert into common stock on September 1, 2026, with some of the resulting shares withheld to satisfy tax withholding obligations.
How many PayPal (PYPL) RSUs vested for Aaron Webster in this Form 4?
The Form 4 reports that 4,602 restricted stock units vested for Aaron Webster, each representing a contingent right to receive one share of PayPal common stock, resulting in the issuance of 4,602 shares of common stock.
What RSU holdings does Aaron Webster have after the reported PYPL transaction?
After the vesting transaction, Aaron Webster is reported to hold 27,608 restricted stock units, each representing a contingent right to receive one share of PayPal’s common stock upon future vesting.
Was Aaron Webster’s PYPL Form 4 filed under a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan?
No. The document-level Rule 10b5-1 checkbox is marked as not checked, so the transactions reported for Aaron Webster are not affirmed as being made under a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan.
What is the vesting schedule for Aaron Webster’s PYPL restricted stock units?
The RSU grant dated March 1, 2025 vests over three years: 1/3 on the one-year anniversary of the grant date, then 1/12 on each quarterly anniversary until the third anniversary, when the grant becomes fully vested.
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