Quanterix CCO discloses initial equity holdings
Quanterix Corp filed an initial ownership report for Chief Commercial Officer Benjamin Meadows, outlining his equity-based compensation.
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Form Type
3
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Quanterix Corp filed an initial ownership report for Chief Commercial Officer Benjamin Meadows, outlining his equity-based compensation. Meadows holds 76,234 stock options with an exercise price of $5.88 per share, expiring on October 6, 2035, vesting 25% after one year and the rest in 36 monthly installments.
He was granted 22,959 restricted stock units on October 6, 2025 with 25% vesting after one year and the remaining 75% in 36 monthly installments. On February 15, 2026, he received 70,223 restricted stock units vesting 25% per year for four years, and 70,223 performance stock units that may vest in four equal annual installments once performance conditions under the 2026 Employee Equity Guidelines are met.
Insider Trade Summary
4 transactions reported
Mixed
4 txns
Insider
Meadows Benjamin
Role
Chief Commercial Officer
| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| holding | Performance Stock Unit | -- | -- | -- |
| holding | Restricted Stock Unit | -- | -- | -- |
| holding | Restricted Stock Unit | -- | -- | -- |
| holding | Stock Options (Right to buy) | -- | -- | -- |
Holdings After Transaction:
Performance Stock Unit — 70,223 contracts (Direct);
Restricted Stock Unit — 93,182 contracts (Direct);
Stock Options (Right to buy) — 76,234 contracts (Direct)
Footnotes (4)
- F1. On February 15, 2026, the reporting person was granted 70,223 Performance Stock Units, with each PSU award to vest (subject to the employee's continued service to the Company on the applicable vesting dates) according to the schedule and conditions set forth in the executive long-term incentive plan contained in the Company's 2026 Employee Equity Guidelines. After the award's performance conditions are satisfied, the PSUs will vest in four equal annual installments on each of the first four anniversaries of the grant date
- F2. On February 15, 2026, the reporting person was granted 70,223 restricted stock units, vesting 25% per year for four years.
- F3. On October 6, 2025, the reporting person was granted 22,959 restricted stock units, vesting 25% on the first anniversary of the grant date, with the remaining 75% vesting in 36 equal monthly installments on the 15th day of each month thereafter.
- F4. On October 6, 2025, the reporting person was granted 76,234 stock options vesting 25% on the first anniversary of the grant date, with the remaining 75% vesting in 36 equal monthly installments on the 15th day of each month thereafter.
Key Figures
Stock options: 76,234 options at $5.88
RSU grant: 22,959 RSUs
RSU grant: 70,223 RSUs
+3 more
6 metrics
Stock options
76,234 options at $5.88
Granted October 6, 2025; expire October 6, 2035
RSU grant
22,959 RSUs
Granted October 6, 2025; 25% after one year, 75% over 36 months
RSU grant
70,223 RSUs
Granted February 15, 2026; vest 25% per year over four years
PSU grant
70,223 PSUs
Granted February 15, 2026; vest annually after performance conditions met
Underlying common shares (options)
76,234 shares
Underlying shares for stock options at $5.88 exercise price
Underlying common shares (RSUs, Oct 2025)
22,959 shares
Underlying shares for October 6, 2025 RSU grant
Key Terms
Restricted Stock Unit, Performance Stock Unit, Stock Options (Right to buy), exercise price, +1 more
5 terms
Restricted Stock Unit financial
"the reporting person was granted 70,223 restricted stock units, vesting 25% per year"
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.
Performance Stock Unit financial
"the reporting person was granted 70,223 Performance Stock Units, with each PSU award to vest"
A performance stock unit is a type of reward companies give to employees, usually managers, that depends on how well the company performs over time. If the company hits specific goals, the employee earns shares of stock, like earning a prize for reaching certain levels in a game. It motivates employees to work hard because their rewards are tied to the company's success.
Stock Options (Right to buy) financial
"the reporting person was granted 76,234 stock options vesting 25% on the first anniversary"
exercise price financial
"Stock Options (Right to buy) with an exercise price of 5.8800"
The exercise price is the fixed amount at which you can buy or sell an asset, like a stock, when using an options contract. It matters because it helps determine whether exercising the option will be profitable or not, depending on the current market price. Think of it as the set price you agree on today to buy or sell later.
vesting financial
"PSU award to vest subject to continued service according to the schedule and conditions"
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
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What does Benjamin Meadows’ Form 3 filing for Quanterix Corp (QTRX) show?
The Form 3 shows Chief Commercial Officer Benjamin Meadows’ initial equity holdings, including stock options, restricted stock units, and performance stock units. It establishes his starting ownership position in Quanterix common stock-linked awards upon becoming a reporting insider.
How many stock options does Benjamin Meadows hold at Quanterix (QTRX) and at what price?
Benjamin Meadows holds 76,234 stock options with an exercise price of $5.88 per share. These options vest 25% after the first year and the remaining 75% in 36 equal monthly installments through their October 6, 2035 expiration.
What restricted stock unit grants does Benjamin Meadows report in Quanterix (QTRX) stock?
Meadows reports 22,959 restricted stock units granted on October 6, 2025, vesting 25% after one year and 75% over 36 months, plus 70,223 restricted stock units granted on February 15, 2026, vesting 25% per year over four years.
How are Benjamin Meadows’ performance stock units at Quanterix (QTRX) structured?
He was granted 70,223 performance stock units on February 15, 2026. These PSUs vest in four equal annual installments after specified performance conditions are satisfied and subject to his continued service under the 2026 Employee Equity Guidelines.
Does Benjamin Meadows’ Form 3 for Quanterix (QTRX) show any stock purchases or sales?
The Form 3 records holdings and grants of options, restricted stock units, and performance stock units, but no open-market stock purchases or sales. It serves as an initial ownership snapshot rather than reporting buy or sell transactions.
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