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Constellation Brands (STZ) CEO receives RSUs and large option grant

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CONSTELLATION BRANDS, INC. reported that President & CEO Nicholas I. Fink received new equity compensation. He was granted 85,385 restricted stock units, each representing one share of Class A Common Stock, and 415,295 non-qualified stock options to purchase Class 1 (convertible) Common Stock at an exercise price of $164.50 per share.

The restricted stock units vest 34%, 33%, and 33% per year beginning on the specified start date, with shares delivered net of shares withheld for taxes at each vesting. The stock options become exercisable on the same 34%, 33%, 33% annual schedule and may be exercised through April 14, 2036.

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Insider Fink Nicholas I.
Role President & CEO
Type Security Shares Price Value
Grant/Award Restricted Stock Units 85,385 $0.00 --
Grant/Award Non-Qualified Stock Option (right to buy) 415,295 $0.00 --
Holdings After Transaction: Restricted Stock Units — 85,385 shares (Direct); Non-Qualified Stock Option (right to buy) — 415,295 shares (Direct)
Footnotes (1)
  1. Each restricted stock unit represents a contingent right to receive one share of Class A Common Stock. These restricted stock units vest at the rate of 34%, 33%, and 33% per year beginning on the date specified. Vested shares will be delivered to the reporting person as of each vesting date net of shares withheld to satisfy taxes. This option becomes exercisable at the rate of 34%, 33%, and 33% per year beginning on the date specified.
RSU grant 85,385 units Restricted Stock Units for Class A Common Stock granted to CEO
Option grant size 415,295 options Non-qualified stock options for Class 1 (convertible) Common Stock
Option exercise price $164.50 per share Exercise price for non-qualified stock option award
Option expiration April 14, 2036 Expiration date of non-qualified stock option grant
RSU vesting schedule 34% / 33% / 33% Annual vesting rates beginning on specified start date
Option vesting schedule 34% / 33% / 33% Annual exercisability rates beginning on specified start date
Restricted Stock Units financial
"Each restricted stock unit represents a contingent right to receive one share of Class A 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.
Non-Qualified Stock Option (right to buy) financial
"Non-Qualified Stock Option (right to buy) with an exercise price of 164.5000."
vest financial
"These restricted stock units vest at the rate of 34%, 33%, and 33% per year beginning on the date specified."
A vest is the process by which an employee earns the right to receive certain benefits or ownership interests, such as stock or retirement funds, over time. It’s similar to earning a reward gradually, ensuring that the benefit becomes fully yours only after a set period or meeting specific conditions. This makes it important for investors because it determines when they can actually claim or use those benefits.
Class 1 (convertible) Common Stock financial
"Underlying security title is Class 1 (convertible) Common Stock for the option grant."
exercise price financial
"Conversion or exercise price for the non-qualified stock option is 164.5000 per share."
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.
SEC Form 4
FORM 4UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP

Filed pursuant to Section 16(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
or Section 30(h) of the Investment Company Act of 1940
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Check this box if no longer subject to Section 16. Form 4 or Form 5 obligations may continue. See Instruction 1(b).
Check this box to indicate that a transaction was made pursuant to a contract, instruction or written plan for the purchase or sale of equity securities of the issuer that is intended to satisfy the affirmative defense conditions of Rule 10b5-1(c). See Instruction 10.
1. Name and Address of Reporting Person*
Fink Nicholas I.

(Last)(First)(Middle)
C/O CONSTELLATION BRANDS, INC.
50 EAST BROAD STREET

(Street)
ROCHESTER NEW YORK 14614

(City)(State)(Zip)

UNITED STATES

(Country)
2. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
CONSTELLATION BRANDS, INC. [ STZ ]
5. Relationship of Reporting Person(s) to Issuer
(Check all applicable)
XDirector10% Owner
XOfficer (give title below)Other (specify below)
President & CEO
2a. Foreign Trading Symbol
3. Date of Earliest Transaction (Month/Day/Year)
04/14/2026
6. Individual or Joint/Group Filing (Check Applicable Line)
XForm filed by One Reporting Person
Form filed by More than One Reporting Person
4. If Amendment, Date of Original Filed (Month/Day/Year)

Table I - Non-Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned
1. Title of Security (Instr. 3) 2. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)2A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)3. Transaction Code (Instr. 8) 4. Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed Of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5) 5. Amount of Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 3 and 4) 6. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4) 7. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
CodeVAmount(A) or (D)Price
Table II - Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned
(e.g., puts, calls, warrants, options, convertible securities)
1. Title of Derivative Security (Instr. 3) 2. Conversion or Exercise Price of Derivative Security 3. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)3A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)4. Transaction Code (Instr. 8) 5. Number of Derivative Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5) 6. Date Exercisable and Expiration Date (Month/Day/Year)7. Title and Amount of Securities Underlying Derivative Security (Instr. 3 and 4) 8. Price of Derivative Security (Instr. 5) 9. Number of derivative Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 4) 10. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4) 11. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
CodeV(A)(D)Date ExercisableExpiration DateTitleAmount or Number of Shares
Restricted Stock Units(1)04/14/2026A85,38505/01/2027(2) (2)Class A Common Stock85,385$085,385D
Non-Qualified Stock Option (right to buy)$164.504/14/2026A415,29504/14/2027(3)04/14/2036Class 1 (convertible) Common Stock415,295$0415,295D
Explanation of Responses:
1. Each restricted stock unit represents a contingent right to receive one share of Class A Common Stock.
2. These restricted stock units vest at the rate of 34%, 33%, and 33% per year beginning on the date specified. Vested shares will be delivered to the reporting person as of each vesting date net of shares withheld to satisfy taxes.
3. This option becomes exercisable at the rate of 34%, 33%, and 33% per year beginning on the date specified.
Remarks:
Exhibit 24 - Power of Attorney
/s/ Matthew Stoloff, Attorney-in-fact04/16/2026
** Signature of Reporting PersonDate
Reminder: Report on a separate line for each class of securities beneficially owned directly or indirectly.
* If the form is filed by more than one reporting person, see Instruction 4 (b)(v).
** Intentional misstatements or omissions of facts constitute Federal Criminal Violations See 18 U.S.C. 1001 and 15 U.S.C. 78ff(a).
Note: File three copies of this Form, one of which must be manually signed. If space is insufficient, see Instruction 6 for procedure.
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* Form 4: SEC 1474 (03-26)

FAQ

What equity awards did STZ CEO Nicholas Fink receive in this Form 4?

Nicholas Fink received 85,385 restricted stock units and 415,295 non-qualified stock options. The RSUs convert into Class A shares, while the options allow purchase of Class 1 (convertible) Common Stock at a set exercise price.

What is the exercise price of Nicholas Fink’s new Constellation Brands options?

The non-qualified stock options granted to Nicholas Fink carry an exercise price of $164.50 per share. This fixed price applies when exercising options for Class 1 (convertible) Common Stock during the allowed exercise period.

How do Nicholas Fink’s new restricted stock units for STZ vest?

The restricted stock units vest over three years at 34%, 33%, and 33% per year starting on the specified date. Vested shares of Class A Common Stock are delivered net of shares withheld to cover tax obligations at each vesting date.

When do Nicholas Fink’s Constellation Brands stock options become exercisable?

The stock options become exercisable in three annual installments of 34%, 33%, and 33% starting on the specified initial date. This schedule gradually increases the portion of options that Nicholas Fink can exercise over time.

What is the expiration date of the new Constellation Brands options granted to Nicholas Fink?

The non-qualified stock options granted to Nicholas Fink expire on April 14, 2036. After this date, any unexercised options under this award will no longer be exercisable for Class 1 (convertible) Common Stock.

What class of Constellation Brands shares underlies Nicholas Fink’s RSUs and options?

The restricted stock units correspond to shares of Class A Common Stock. The non-qualified stock options provide the right to buy Class 1 (convertible) Common Stock, which can be converted under the company’s capital structure as described.