TriNet (TNET) CEO Simonds has 5,831 shares withheld to cover RSU taxes
Filing Impact
Filing Sentiment
Form Type
4
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
TRINET GROUP, INC. President & CEO Michael Q. Simonds reported tax-related share withholdings rather than market sales. On May 15, 2026, a total of 5,831 shares of common stock were withheld at $39.64 per share to satisfy tax obligations from vesting restricted stock units granted in 2024, 2025 and 2026. He continues to hold direct shares and unvested restricted stock units, while unvested performance-based units will be reported only if earned.
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Insider Trade Summary
3 transactions reported
Mixed
3 txns
Insider
Simonds Michael Q
Role
PRESIDENT & CEO
| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tax Withholding | Common Stock | 1,000 | $39.64 | $40K |
| Tax Withholding | Common Stock | 1,625 | $39.64 | $64K |
| Tax Withholding | Common Stock | 3,206 | $39.64 | $127K |
Holdings After Transaction:
Common Stock — 288,842 shares (Direct, null)
Footnotes (1)
- Represents the shares withheld for satisfaction of a tax withholding obligation arising as a result of the vesting of a portion of the restricted stock unit award granted on March 15, 2024. The total securities beneficially owned includes shares of unvested restricted stock units. It excludes unvested performance-based restricted stock units which will be reported when earned upon achievement of certain performance criteria. Represents the shares withheld for satisfaction of a tax withholding obligation arising as a result of the vesting of a portion of the restricted stock unit award granted on March 21, 2025. Represents the shares withheld for satisfaction of a tax withholding obligation arising as a result of the vesting of a portion of the restricted stock unit award granted on March 20, 2026.
Key Figures
Tax-withheld shares: 5,831 shares
Withholding price: $39.64 per share
First RSU tax withholding: 3,206 shares
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Tax-withheld shares
5,831 shares
Total shares withheld for tax obligations on May 15, 2026
Withholding price
$39.64 per share
Reference price used for all tax-withholding entries
First RSU tax withholding
3,206 shares
Shares withheld from March 15, 2024 RSU award vesting
Second RSU tax withholding
1,625 shares
Shares withheld from March 21, 2025 RSU award vesting
Third RSU tax withholding
1,000 shares
Shares withheld from March 20, 2026 RSU award vesting
Key Terms
restricted stock unit, tax withholding obligation, beneficially owned, performance-based restricted stock units
4 terms
restricted stock unit financial
"vesting of a portion of the restricted stock unit award granted on March 15, 2024"
A restricted stock unit is a promise from a company to give an employee shares of stock after certain conditions are met, like staying with the company for a set amount of time. It’s like earning a bonus that turns into company stock once you’ve proven your commitment, making it a way to motivate and reward employees.
tax withholding obligation financial
"shares withheld for satisfaction of a tax withholding obligation arising as a result of the vesting"
beneficially owned financial
"The total securities beneficially owned includes shares of unvested restricted stock units"
Beneficially owned describes securities or assets where a person has the economic rights and control—such as the right to receive dividends and to direct voting—even if legal title is held in another name. Think of it like having the keys and using a car that’s registered to someone else: you get the benefits and make decisions. Investors care because beneficial ownership reveals who truly controls value and voting power, affecting corporate decisions and takeover dynamics.
performance-based restricted stock units financial
"It excludes unvested performance-based restricted stock units which will be reported when earned"
Performance-based restricted stock units are a type of employee equity award that converts into company shares only if predefined financial or operational targets are met over a set period. Think of it like a bonus check that becomes stock only when specific goals are hit; it ties pay to results, aligning managers’ incentives with shareholders. Investors care because these awards affect future share count, executive incentives, and signal how management’s success will be measured and rewarded.
FAQ
What insider transaction did TriNet (TNET) CEO Michael Simonds report?
Michael Simonds reported tax-withholding dispositions, not open-market sales. A total of 5,831 TriNet common shares were withheld to cover tax obligations triggered by vesting restricted stock units on May 15, 2026.
Were Michael Simonds’ TriNet (TNET) Form 4 transactions open-market sales?
No, the Form 4 shows tax-withholding dispositions, not market sales. Code F transactions reflect shares delivered back to the company to satisfy tax liabilities from vesting restricted stock units, rather than discretionary buying or selling in the market.
How do restricted stock units affect Michael Simonds’ TriNet (TNET) holdings?
His reported holdings include unvested restricted stock units. The filing states total securities beneficially owned include unvested RSUs, but exclude performance-based RSUs, which will only be reported if performance criteria are achieved and the awards are earned.