SMCI CFO exercises RSUs, awarded options and RSUs
Super Micro Computer, Inc. SVP and CFO David E. Weigand reported equity compensation activity and related tax withholding.
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Form Type
4
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Super Micro Computer, Inc. SVP and CFO David E. Weigand reported equity compensation activity and related tax withholding. He exercised previously granted restricted stock units into common shares and had a portion of those shares withheld by the company to cover tax obligations at a price of $35.37 per share, which is not an open-market sale.
Weigand also received new grants of 13,780 restricted stock units and 30,622 employee stock options with a $35.37 exercise price. Following these transactions, he directly holds 116,964 shares of common stock, reflecting a substantial ongoing ownership stake aligned with long-term service-based vesting schedules.
Insider Trade Summary
4,170 shares exercised/converted
Exercise
8 txns
Insider
WEIGAND DAVID E
Role
SVP, Chief Financial Officer
| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exercise | Restricted Stock Units | 2,680 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Exercise | Restricted Stock Units | 1,490 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Exercise | Common Stock | 2,680 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Exercise Price or Tax Liability | Common Stock | 962 | $35.37 | $34K |
| Exercise | Common Stock | 1,490 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Exercise Price or Tax Liability | Common Stock | 535 | $35.37 | $19K |
| Grant/Award | Employee Stock Option (right to buy) | 30,622 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Grant/Award | Restricted Stock Units | 13,780 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Holdings After Transaction:
Employee Stock Option (right to buy) — 30,622 contracts (Direct);
Restricted Stock Units — 25,670 contracts (Direct);
Common Stock — 117,919 shares (Direct)
Footnotes (6)
- F1. Each restricted stock unit represents a contingent right to receive one share of SMCI common stock.
- F2. Represents shares of SMCI common stock that have been withheld by SMCI to satisfy tax withholding and remittance obligations in connection with the net settlement of vested restricted stock units and not a market transaction. Transaction exempt from Section 16(b) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the "Act") pursuant to Rule 16b-3(e) promulgated under the Act.
- F3. Subject to the Reporting Person's continued service to SMCI, the total number of shares subject to the option shall vest and become exercisable at the rate of 1/4th of the shares on the first anniversary of the vesting commencement date on May 8, 2027, and 1/16th at the end of each successive calendar quarter thereafter.
- F4. Subject to the Reporting Person's continued service to SMCI, the restricted stock units vest at the rate of 25% of the total number of units on May 10, 2027 and 1/16th at the end of each successive calendar quarter thereafter. Vested units are settled in shares of SMCI common stock.
- F5. Subject to the Reporting Person's continued service to SMCI, the restricted stock units vest at the rate of 25% of the total number of units on May 10, 2023 and 1/16th at the end of each successive calendar quarter thereafter. Vested units are settled in shares of SMCI common stock.
- F6. Subject to the Reporting Person's continued service to SMCI, the restricted stock units vest at the rate of 25% of the total number of units on May 10, 2025 and 1/16th at the end of each successive calendar quarter thereafter. Vested units are settled in shares of SMCI common stock.
Key Figures
Tax-withheld shares: 1,497 shares
RSU exercises to common: 4,170 shares
Post-transaction holdings: 116,964 shares
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6 metrics
Tax-withheld shares
1,497 shares
Shares withheld to cover tax obligations on vested RSUs at $35.37
RSU exercises to common
4,170 shares
Common shares acquired via RSU conversions on 2026-05-10
Post-transaction holdings
116,964 shares
Direct common stock owned by CFO after reported transactions
New RSU grant
13,780 units
Restricted stock units granted on 2026-05-08, service-vested
New option grant
30,622 options
Employee stock options granted on 2026-05-08
Option exercise price
$35.37 per share
Strike price for 30,622 employee stock options
Key Terms
Restricted Stock Units, Employee Stock Option (right to buy), tax withholding and remittance obligations, Section 16(b), +1 more
5 terms
Restricted Stock Units financial
"Each restricted stock unit represents a contingent right to receive one share of SMCI common stock."
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.
Employee Stock Option (right to buy) financial
"Employee Stock Option (right to buy) with 30,622 underlying shares at a $35.37 exercise price."
tax withholding and remittance obligations financial
"Represents shares of SMCI common stock that have been withheld by SMCI to satisfy tax withholding and remittance obligations in connection with the net settlement of vested restricted stock units."
Section 16(b) regulatory
"Transaction exempt from Section 16(b) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 pursuant to Rule 16b-3(e)."
A federal rule that requires company insiders—like officers, directors and large shareholders—to return any profits made from buying and selling the company’s stock within a six-month window. It matters to investors because it discourages short-term trades that could exploit non-public information and helps protect outside shareholders by creating a simple, enforceable way to recover unfair gains, much like a rule stopping someone from flipping a limited-edition item for quick profit after getting early access.
Rule 16b-3(e) regulatory
"Transaction exempt from Section 16(b) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 pursuant to Rule 16b-3(e) promulgated under the Act."
FAQ
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What did SMCI CFO David Weigand report in this Form 4 filing?
CFO David Weigand reported vesting of restricted stock units, related tax-withholding share dispositions, and new grants of restricted stock units and employee stock options, all tied to his compensation package and continued service at Super Micro Computer, Inc. rather than open-market stock purchases or sales.
What new equity awards did SMCI grant to CFO David Weigand?
He received 13,780 restricted stock units and 30,622 employee stock options tied to SMCI common stock. The options carry a $35.37 exercise price and both awards vest over time, conditioned on his continued service, aligning compensation with long-term company performance and retention.
What is the vesting schedule for David Weigand’s new SMCI options and RSUs?
Footnotes state options and restricted stock units vest over several years, with 25% vesting on specified May anniversary dates and the remaining 75% vesting in 1/16th increments quarterly thereafter, all subject to his continued service, reinforcing long-term incentive alignment at Super Micro Computer.
What exercise price applies to David Weigand’s new SMCI stock options?
The new employee stock options cover 30,622 underlying SMCI common shares at an exercise price of $35.37 per share. This strike price defines the cost to convert options into stock upon vesting and exercise, creating equity upside if the market price exceeds that level in the future.
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