Rayonier (RYN) director Mark D. Leland granted 6,811 restricted shares
Filing Impact
Filing Sentiment
Form Type
4
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
LELAND D MARK reported acquisition or exercise transactions in this Form 4 filing.
Rayonier Inc. director Mark D. Leland received an equity award in the form of common shares. He was granted 6,811 common shares at a reference value of $19.82 per share as compensation for serving on the Board of Directors. The restricted stock vests immediately but cannot be transferred until the earlier of four years from the grant date or six months after he ceases to serve on the Board. Following this award, his direct holdings increased to 64,006.9 common shares, which include 287.9 dividend equivalent units that will be paid in line with the underlying award.
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Insider Trade Summary
1 transaction reported
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Insider
LELAND D MARK
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| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grant/Award | Common Shares | 6,811 | $19.82 | $135K |
Holdings After Transaction:
Common Shares — 64,006.9 shares (Direct, null)
Footnotes (1)
- Restricted stock granted as compensation for serving as a member of the Board of Directors of the Issuer. Such award vests immediately and is subject to restrictions on transfer until the earlier of four years from the date of the grant or upon a date six months following the date on which the Reporting Person ceases to serve as a member of the Board of Directors. Includes 287.9 dividend equivalent units ("DEU") acquired since the Reporting Person's last report. These DEUs will vest and be paid at the same time as the underlying award and be subject to the Reporting Person's deferral election, if any, under the applicable plan under which such awards were issued.
Key Figures
Shares granted: 6,811 shares
Grant value per share: $19.82 per share
Total shares after grant: 64,006.9 shares
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Shares granted
6,811 shares
Restricted stock award to director Mark D. Leland
Grant value per share
$19.82 per share
Reference value for restricted stock grant
Total shares after grant
64,006.9 shares
Direct holdings following the award
Dividend equivalent units
287.9 units
DEUs included in post-transaction holdings
Key Terms
restricted stock, dividend equivalent units, Form 4, Board of Directors
4 terms
restricted stock financial
"Restricted stock granted as compensation for serving as a member of the Board of Directors"
Shares granted to an individual that carry limits on transfer or sale until certain conditions are met, such as staying with the company for a set time or hitting performance targets. Think of them as a locked gift that gradually opens; for investors they matter because they affect how many shares may enter the market later, signal management incentives and potential dilution, and reveal confidence in future company performance.
dividend equivalent units financial
"Includes 287.9 dividend equivalent units ("DEU") acquired since the Reporting Person's last report"
Dividend equivalent units are bookkeeping credits that mirror cash dividends paid on actual shares, granted to holders of stock-based awards such as restricted stock units or deferred compensation. They matter to investors because they increase a company’s reported employee compensation cost and can lead to issuance of more shares or cash payouts over time, similar to extra pay linked to ownership that affects shareholder dilution and corporate cash flow.
Form 4 regulatory
"These DEUs will vest and be paid at the same time as the underlying award and be subject to the Reporting Person's deferral election, if any, under the applicable plan under which such awards were issued."
Form 4 is a official document that company insiders, such as executives or major shareholders, file with regulators whenever they buy or sell company shares. It provides transparency about how those with inside knowledge are trading, helping investors see if insiders are confident in the company's prospects or may be selling for personal reasons. This information can influence investor decisions by revealing insiders' perspectives on the company's value.
Board of Directors financial
"compensation for serving as a member of the Board of Directors of the Issuer"
The Board of Directors is a group of people chosen by a company's owners to help make big decisions and oversee how the company is run. They act like a team of advisors or managers, making sure the company stays on track and meets its goals. Their choices can influence the company's success and how it grows.
FAQ
What insider transaction did Rayonier (RYN) report for Mark D. Leland?
Rayonier reported that director Mark D. Leland received a grant of 6,811 common shares as compensation for Board service. The award is structured as restricted stock with immediate vesting but transfer limitations tied to his Board tenure.
What are the vesting and transfer terms of Mark D. Leland’s Rayonier restricted stock?
The restricted stock vests immediately but is subject to transfer restrictions. Transfers are limited until the earlier of four years from the grant date or six months after Mark D. Leland stops serving as a member of Rayonier’s Board of Directors.
At what value was the Rayonier (RYN) stock award to Mark D. Leland recorded?
The 6,811 common shares granted to Mark D. Leland were recorded at a reference value of $19.82 per share. This per-share figure reflects the award price disclosed for the restricted stock grant in the Form 4 filing.
What are dividend equivalent units (DEUs) mentioned in Mark D. Leland’s Rayonier Form 4?
Dividend equivalent units are additional units credited in lieu of cash dividends on outstanding awards. Mark D. Leland’s holdings include 287.9 DEUs, which will vest and be paid at the same time as the related restricted stock award, subject to any deferral elections.