Richardson Electronics CEO granted stock and options
RICHARDSON ELECTRONICS, LTD.
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Form Type
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Rhea-AI Filing Summary
RICHARDSON ELECTRONICS, LTD. Chairman & CEO Edward J. Richardson received equity awards on July 20, 2026. He was granted 20,000 restricted common shares that vest ratably over three years and 20,000 employee stock options with a $16.56 exercise price, vesting over five years and expiring July 20, 2036. Following these grants he directly owns 43,114 common shares and holds options covering 20,000 shares.
Insider Trade Summary
Grant/Award: 40,000 shares
Grant/Award
2 txns
Insider
RICHARDSON EDWARD J
Role
Chairman & CEO
| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grant/Award | Employee Stock Option (Right to Buy) F2 | 20,000 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Grant/Award | Common Stock F1 | 20,000 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Holdings After Transaction:
Employee Stock Option (Right to Buy) — 20,000 contracts (Direct);
Common Stock — 43,114 shares (Direct)
Footnotes (2)
- F1. Represents a restricted stock award under the Richardson Electronics, Ltd. Amended and Restated 2011 Long-Term Incentive Plan, which shall vest ratably over a three year period, beginning on the first anniversary of the date of issuance.
- F2. The stock option was granted on July 20, 2026 pursuant to the Richardson Electronics, Ltd. 2011 Amended and Restated Long-Term Incentive Plan. The option vests over 5 years with 1/5 of the total number of shares subject to the option vesting on each anniversary date of grant, until fully vested.
Key Figures
Restricted common shares granted: 20,000 shares
Stock options granted: 20,000 options
Option exercise price: $16.56 per share
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Restricted common shares granted
20,000 shares
Restricted stock award to Edward J. Richardson on July 20, 2026
Stock options granted
20,000 options
Employee stock option grant on July 20, 2026
Option exercise price
$16.56 per share
Exercise price of employee stock options granted to Edward J. Richardson
Option expiration date
July 20, 2036
Expiration of employee stock options granted under long-term incentive plan
Common shares owned after grant
43,114 shares
Direct common stock holdings following July 20, 2026 restricted stock award
Restricted stock vesting period
3 years
Restricted shares vest ratably over three years beginning on first anniversary of grant
Stock option vesting period
5 years
Options vest in five equal annual installments from grant date
Key Terms
restricted stock award, Amended and Restated 2011 Long-Term Incentive Plan, Employee Stock Option (Right to Buy), vesting
4 terms
restricted stock award financial
"Represents a restricted stock award under the Richardson Electronics, Ltd."
A restricted stock award is company shares given to an employee or executive that cannot be sold or fully owned until certain conditions—like staying with the company for a set time or hitting performance targets—are met. Think of it as a gift that only becomes yours after you fulfill specific obligations; for investors, these awards matter because they can increase the total shares outstanding when they vest, reveal how management is being paid and motivated, and create potential selling pressure when restrictions lift.
Amended and Restated 2011 Long-Term Incentive Plan financial
"under the Richardson Electronics, Ltd. Amended and Restated 2011 Long-Term Incentive Plan"
Employee Stock Option (Right to Buy) financial
"security_title: Employee Stock Option (Right to Buy)"
vesting financial
"which shall vest ratably over a three year period, beginning on the first anniversary"
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 equity awards did RELL's CEO Edward J. Richardson receive on July 20, 2026?
Edward J. Richardson received 20,000 restricted common shares and 20,000 employee stock options. The options carry a $16.56 exercise price, reflecting compensation under Richardson Electronics’ long-term incentive plans rather than open-market purchases.
What are the vesting schedules for the new RELL equity awards to Edward J. Richardson?
The 20,000 restricted shares vest ratably over three years, starting on the first anniversary of grant. The 20,000 options vest over five years, with one-fifth vesting on each anniversary of the July 20, 2026 grant date.
What are the key terms of the new RELL stock options granted to Edward J. Richardson?
The grant comprises 20,000 employee stock options with a $16.56 exercise price. They vest in five equal annual installments beginning July 20, 2027 and have an expiration date of July 20, 2036, under Richardson Electronics’ long-term incentive plan.
Were Edward J. Richardson’s July 2026 RELL equity awards under a Rule 10b5-1 plan?
The awards were not reported as made under a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan, as the related checkbox was not marked. They are described instead as grants under Richardson Electronics’ long-term incentive plans, with specified three-year and five-year vesting schedules.
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