Republic Services CEO details RSU vesting, tax withholding
Republic Services, Inc. CEO Jon Vander Ark reported the vesting and conversion of 2,387.04 Restricted Stock Units into common stock on February 18, 2026.
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Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Republic Services, Inc. CEO Jon Vander Ark reported the vesting and conversion of 2,387.04 Restricted Stock Units into common stock on February 18, 2026. To satisfy related taxes, 998.98 shares were withheld at $216.84 per share. He now directly holds 110,466.06 common shares and 7,164.14 RSUs.
Insider Trade Summary
2,387.04 shares exercised/converted
Exercise
3 txns
Insider
Vander Ark Jon
Role
CEO and President
| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exercise | Restricted Stock Units | 2,387.04 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Exercise | Common Stock | 2,387.04 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Exercise Price or Tax Liability | Common Stock | 998.98 | $216.84 | $217K |
Holdings After Transaction:
Restricted Stock Units — 7,164.14 contracts (Direct);
Common Stock — 110,466.06 shares (Direct)
Holdings Before and After:
Restricted Stock Units, 9,551.18 to 7,164.14 contracts (Direct);
Common Stock, 109,078 to 110,466.06 shares (Direct)
Footnotes (3)
- F1. The Restricted Stock Units ("RSUs") granted on 02/18/2025 vest 25% on each of the first four anniversaries of the date of grant. 2,387.04 RSUs, that included accrued dividend equivalents, automatically vested on 02/18/2026 and were paid out in the form of Republic Services, Inc.'s common stock.
- F2. Represents shares of common stock to satisfy the tax liability of the Reporting Person upon the vesting of shares under a Restricted Stock Unit award on 02/18/2026. The fair market value of the exchanged shares was $216.84 (the closing price of Republic Services, Inc.'s common stock on 02/18/2026).
- F3. Each Restricted Stock Unit represents the contingent right to one share of common stock of Republic Services, Inc.
Key Figures
RSUs vested: 2,387.04 RSUs
Tax withholding shares: 998.98 shares
Tax withholding price: $216.84 per share
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RSUs vested
2,387.04 RSUs
Restricted Stock Units automatically vested on February 18, 2026
Tax withholding shares
998.98 shares
Shares of common stock withheld to satisfy tax liability upon RSU vesting
Tax withholding price
$216.84 per share
Fair market value based on closing price on February 18, 2026
Post-transaction common shares
110,466.06 shares
Directly held Republic Services common stock after reported transactions
Remaining RSUs
7,164.14 RSUs
Restricted Stock Units remaining after the 2,387.04 RSUs vested
RSU vesting schedule
25% per year
RSUs granted on February 18, 2025 vest 25% on each of four anniversaries
Key Terms
Restricted Stock Units, dividend equivalents, fair market value, contingent right
4 terms
Restricted Stock Units financial
"The Restricted Stock Units granted on 02/18/2025 vest 25% on each of the first four anniversaries."
Restricted stock units are a type of company reward where employees are promised shares of stock, but they only fully own these shares after meeting certain conditions, like staying with the company for a set time. They matter because they can become valuable assets and are often used to motivate employees to help the company succeed.
dividend equivalents financial
"2,387.04 RSUs, that included accrued dividend equivalents, automatically vested on 02/18/2026."
Payments tied to employee or contractor equity awards that mirror the cash dividends paid on the company’s stock; they give the holder the same economic benefit as owning the shares without transferring actual shares—often paid in cash or additional award units when the award becomes payable. Investors care because these payments affect a company’s compensation costs, cash flow and potential share dilution, and they signal how management is being rewarded and aligned with shareholders.
fair market value financial
"The fair market value of the exchanged shares was $216.84."
The price a willing buyer and a willing seller would agree on for an asset or security when neither is under pressure and both have access to the same information. Think of it as the market’s neutral estimate of what something is worth, like the price two neighbors would settle on for a car after comparing similar listings. Investors care because fair market value guides buying and selling decisions, tax reporting, portfolio valuation, and how accurately company assets are reflected in financial statements.
contingent right financial
"Each Restricted Stock Unit represents the contingent right to one share of common stock."
FAQ
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What RSU vesting did Republic Services (RSG) report for its CEO?
Republic Services disclosed that 2,387.04 Restricted Stock Units granted to CEO Jon Vander Ark on February 18, 2025 vested on February 18, 2026. These RSUs, including accrued dividend equivalents, were paid out in Republic Services common stock, increasing his share-based compensation holdings.
What are Jon Vander Ark's post-transaction common stock holdings in RSG?
After the reported transactions, CEO Jon Vander Ark directly holds 110,466.06 shares of Republic Services common stock. In addition, he continues to hold 7,164.14 Restricted Stock Units, each representing a contingent right to one share of common stock.
How do the RSUs granted to RSG's CEO vest over time?
The RSUs granted to Jon Vander Ark on February 18, 2025 vest 25% on each of the first four anniversaries of the grant date. Each vested tranche, including accrued dividend equivalents, is paid out in Republic Services common stock, as shown by the 2026 vesting event.
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