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Smurfit Westrock (SW) director awarded 4,438 RSUs with 2,123 shares withheld for taxes

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Smurfit Westrock plc director Carol Fairweather reported routine equity compensation activity. On May 1, 2026, she was granted 4,438 restricted stock units, each representing one ordinary share, that will vest on the earlier of the first anniversary of grant or the next annual shareholder meeting.

On the same date, 2,123 ordinary shares were withheld at $38.39 per share to satisfy her tax withholding obligation upon RSU vesting and settlement, which is not an open-market sale. After these transactions, she directly holds 13,668 ordinary shares of Smurfit Westrock plc.

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Insider Fairweather Carol
Role null
Type Security Shares Price Value
Grant/Award Ordinary Shares 4,438 $0.00 --
Tax Withholding Ordinary Shares 2,123 $38.39 $82K
Holdings After Transaction: Ordinary Shares — 13,668 shares (Direct, null)
Footnotes (1)
  1. On May 1st, 2026, the Reporting Person was granted 4,438 restricted stock units (RSUs). Each RSU represents a contingent right to receive one ordinary share. The RSUs are scheduled to vest on the earlier of (i) the first anniversary of the date of grant of the RSU or (ii) the date of the next annual meeting of Smurfit Westrock plc's stockholders. Reflects ordinary shares of Smurfit Westrock plc withheld to satisfy the Reporting Person's tax withholding obligation upon vesting and settlement of RSUs.
RSU grant 4,438 RSUs Granted May 1, 2026 to director Carol Fairweather
Shares withheld for taxes 2,123 shares Ordinary shares withheld to satisfy tax withholding obligation
Withholding reference price $38.39 per share Value used for 2,123-share tax-withholding disposition
Shares after disposition (F transaction) 11,545 shares Direct holdings following tax-withholding transaction
Shares after RSU grant 13,668 shares Direct holdings after 4,438 RSU grant on May 1, 2026
restricted stock units financial
"the Reporting Person was granted 4,438 restricted stock units (RSUs). Each RSU represents a contingent right"
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.
RSUs financial
"4,438 restricted stock units (RSUs). Each RSU represents a contingent right to receive one ordinary share."
RSUs, or restricted stock units, are a form of company shares given to employees as part of their compensation. They are typically awarded with certain restrictions, such as a waiting period before they can be fully owned or sold, similar to earning a gift that becomes fully yours over time. For investors, RSUs can impact a company's stock offerings and reflect how much the company relies on stock-based incentives to attract and retain talent.
tax withholding obligation financial
"shares of Smurfit Westrock plc withheld to satisfy the Reporting Person's tax withholding obligation upon vesting"
vest financial
"The RSUs are scheduled to vest on the earlier of (i) the first anniversary"
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.
annual meeting financial
"or (ii) the date of the next annual meeting of Smurfit Westrock plc's stockholders."
A company's annual meeting is a yearly gathering where owners (shareholders) and the board review performance, ask questions, and vote on key matters like electing directors, approving auditor choices, and sometimes setting pay or dividend policies. For investors it matters because decisions made and votes cast can change who runs the company, influence strategy and payouts, and affect the value or direction of their investment—similar to a homeowners’ meeting where rules and leaders that shape your property’s value are decided.
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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1. Name and Address of Reporting Person*
Fairweather Carol

(Last)(First)(Middle)
BEECH HILL, CLONSKEAGH

(Street)
DUBLIN 4D04 N2R2

(City)(State)(Zip)

IRELAND

(Country)
2. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
Smurfit Westrock plc [ SW ]
5. Relationship of Reporting Person(s) to Issuer
(Check all applicable)
XDirector10% Owner
Officer (give title below)Other (specify below)
2a. Foreign Trading Symbol
3. Date of Earliest Transaction (Month/Day/Year)
05/01/2026
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
Ordinary Shares05/01/2026A4,438(1)A$013,668D
Ordinary Shares05/01/2026F2,123(2)D$38.3911,545D
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
Explanation of Responses:
1. On May 1st, 2026, the Reporting Person was granted 4,438 restricted stock units (RSUs). Each RSU represents a contingent right to receive one ordinary share. The RSUs are scheduled to vest on the earlier of (i) the first anniversary of the date of grant of the RSU or (ii) the date of the next annual meeting of Smurfit Westrock plc's stockholders.
2. Reflects ordinary shares of Smurfit Westrock plc withheld to satisfy the Reporting Person's tax withholding obligation upon vesting and settlement of RSUs.
Remarks:
/s/ Ciara O'Riordan, attorney-in-fact pursuant for Carol Fairweather05/05/2026
** Signature of Reporting PersonDate
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* Form 4: SEC 1474 (03-26)

FAQ

What insider transactions did Smurfit Westrock (SW) director Carol Fairweather report?

Carol Fairweather reported a grant of 4,438 restricted stock units and a related tax-withholding share disposition of 2,123 ordinary shares. These movements reflect routine equity compensation and tax settlement, rather than open-market buying or selling of Smurfit Westrock plc stock.

How many Smurfit Westrock (SW) shares were granted to Carol Fairweather in this Form 4?

She was granted 4,438 restricted stock units, each convertible into one ordinary share. This grant represents additional equity compensation awarded on May 1, 2026, and will vest based on time and company meeting conditions described in the filing’s footnotes.

When do Carol Fairweather’s new Smurfit Westrock (SW) RSUs vest?

The 4,438 restricted stock units vest on the earlier of the first anniversary of the May 1, 2026 grant date or the date of the next annual meeting of Smurfit Westrock plc stockholders. Vesting timing is therefore tied to both time and the company’s meeting schedule.

Why were 2,123 Smurfit Westrock (SW) shares disposed of in this Form 4?

The 2,123 ordinary shares were withheld to satisfy Carol Fairweather’s tax withholding obligation upon vesting and settlement of RSUs. This tax-withholding disposition is not an open-market sale and simply covers tax liabilities associated with her equity compensation.

What is Carol Fairweather’s Smurfit Westrock (SW) shareholding after these transactions?

Following the RSU grant and tax-withholding disposition, Carol Fairweather directly holds 13,668 ordinary shares of Smurfit Westrock plc. This post-transaction figure reflects her continuing equity stake after accounting for both the new grant and the shares withheld for taxes.

Did Carol Fairweather buy or sell Smurfit Westrock (SW) shares on the open market?

The reported transactions do not involve open-market purchases or sales. They consist of a grant of 4,438 restricted stock units and a tax-withholding disposition of 2,123 shares, which are standard components of equity compensation and tax settlement for company directors.