Smurfit Westrock CFO acquires stock, RSU awards
Smurfit Westrock’s CFO received additional restricted stock units and ordinary shares as dividend-equivalent awards, increasing both his RSU and share holdings.
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Form Type
4
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Smurfit Westrock plc (SW) reported that Executive VP and CFO Ken Bowles received equity-based compensation awards on September 10, 2026. He was granted 458 restricted stock units (PSP)43,228, which are scheduled to vest and settle in February 2027.
On the same date, he also acquired 140 ordinary shares174,487 ordinary shares38,980 restricted stock units
Insider Trade Summary
Grant/Award: 598 shares
Grant/Award
2 txns
Insider
Bowles Ken
Role
Executive VP and CFO
| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grant/Award | Restricted Stock Units (PSP) F1, F3 | 458 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Grant/Award | Ordinary Shares F1, F2 | 140 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Holdings After Transaction:
Restricted Stock Units (PSP) — 43,228 contracts (Direct);
Ordinary Shares — 174,487 shares (Direct)
Holdings Before and After:
Restricted Stock Units (PSP), 42,770 to 43,228 contracts (Direct);
Ordinary Shares, 174,347 to 174,487 shares (Direct)
Footnotes (3)
- F1. In accordance with the terms of the restricted stock unit award, additional restricted stock units accrued as dividend equivalents in connection with the Issuer's payment of a quarterly dividend of $0.4523 per ordinary share. Such additional restricted stock units are subject to the same terms and conditions as the underlying award. Each restricted stock unit represents the right to receive one ordinary share.
- F2. Includes 38,980 restricted stock units which are scheduled to vest in three equal annual installments on the first anniversary of the grant date.
- F3. The 43,228 restricted stock units vest and are due to settle in February 2027.
Key Figures
Restricted stock units granted (PSP): 458 units
Restricted stock units held after transaction: 43,228 units
Ordinary shares acquired: 140 shares
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Restricted stock units granted (PSP)
458 units
Dividend-equivalent RSUs granted to Ken Bowles on September 10, 2026
Restricted stock units held after transaction
43,228 units
Total RSUs held by Ken Bowles following the September 10, 2026 grant
Ordinary shares acquired
140 shares
Dividend-equivalent ordinary shares acquired on September 10, 2026
Ordinary shares held after transaction
174,487 shares
Total direct ordinary share holdings of Ken Bowles after the acquisition
Restricted stock units vesting in installments
38,980 units
RSUs scheduled to vest in three equal annual installments starting on the first anniversary of the grant date
Key Terms
restricted stock units, dividend equivalents, vest, settle
4 terms
restricted stock units financial
"Includes 38,980 restricted stock units which are scheduled to vest"
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
"units accrued as dividend equivalents in connection with the Issuer's payment"
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.
vest financial
"restricted stock units which are scheduled to vest in three equal annual"
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.
settle financial
"The 43,228 restricted stock units vest and are due to settle in February"
FAQ
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What equity awards did Smurfit Westrock (SW) grant to CFO Ken Bowles on September 10, 2026?
On September 10, 2026, Ken Bowles received 458 restricted stock units (PSP)140 ordinary shares$0.00 per unit or share.
How many restricted stock units does the Smurfit Westrock (SW) CFO now hold?
Following the September 10, 2026 transaction, Ken Bowles holds 43,228 restricted stock unitsvest and settle in February 2027.
When will the new Smurfit Westrock (SW) restricted stock units vest?
The filing states that 43,228 restricted stock unitsvest and are due to settle in February 2027, subject to the same terms and conditions as the underlying award.
What is the CFO’s total direct holding of Smurfit Westrock (SW) ordinary shares after this Form 4?
After the September 10, 2026 acquisition, Ken Bowles directly holds 174,487 ordinary shares38,980 restricted stock units
Were the Smurfit Westrock (SW) insider transactions made under a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan?
The filing indicates that the Rule 10b5-1 checkbox is not selected, and there is no footnote stating that these transactions were made pursuant to a Rule 10b5-1 or similar pre-arranged trading plan.
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