LendingTree (NASDAQ: TREE) COO details stock, option and RSU holdings
Filing Impact
Filing Sentiment
Form Type
3
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
LendingTree, Inc. Chief Operating Officer Ian Malcolm Smith filed an initial ownership report showing his equity stake in the company. He directly holds 15,108 shares of common stock, plus multiple option and restricted stock unit (RSU) awards.
He holds options to purchase common stock covering 1,069, 1,124, and 1,511 shares, with expiration dates in 2030, 2031, and 2032. RSU holdings include 1,375 units vesting on March 2, 2026, 3,001 units vesting in two annual installments from March 1, 2026 to March 1, 2027, and 10,000 units vesting in three annual installments from March 10, 2026 to March 1, 2028.
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Insider Trade Summary
7 transactions reported
Mixed
7 txns
Insider
Smith Ian Malcolm
Role
Chief Operating Officer
| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| holding | Options to Purchase Common Stock | -- | -- | -- |
| holding | Options to Purchase Common Stock | -- | -- | -- |
| holding | Options to Purchase Common Stock | -- | -- | -- |
| holding | Restricted Stock Units | -- | -- | -- |
| holding | Restricted Stock Units | -- | -- | -- |
| holding | Restricted Stock Units | -- | -- | -- |
| holding | Common Stock | -- | -- | -- |
Holdings After Transaction:
Options to Purchase Common Stock — 1,069 shares (Direct);
Restricted Stock Units — 1,375 shares (Direct);
Common Stock — 15,108 shares (Direct)
Footnotes (1)
- These restricted stock units will vest in a single installment on March 2, 2026, in accordance with the terms of the original award agreement. These restricted stock units will vest in two substantially equal annual installments beginning on March 1, 2026, and ending on March 1, 2027, in accordance with the terms of the original award agreement. These restricted stock units will vest in three substantially equal annual installments beginning on March 10, 2026, and ending on March 1, 2028, in accordance with the terms of the original award agreement.
FAQ
What does LendingTree (TREE) COO Ian Smith report owning in this Form 3?
Ian Smith reports direct ownership of 15,108 shares of LendingTree common stock, plus options and restricted stock units. This initial statement outlines his existing equity position as Chief Operating Officer as of January 6, 2026, rather than recording a new transaction.
How many stock options does LendingTree COO Ian Smith hold?
Ian Smith holds options to purchase LendingTree common stock over 1,069, 1,124, and 1,511 shares. These options have exercise prices of $275.82, $253.42, and $113.27, with expiration dates in 2030, 2031, and 2032, respectively.
What restricted stock units (RSUs) are reported for Ian Smith at LendingTree (TREE)?
Ian Smith reports 1,375, 3,001, and 10,000 LendingTree restricted stock units. These RSUs vest over future years according to their original award agreements, providing potential additional common shares as they vest if the service-based conditions continue to be satisfied.
When will Ian Smith’s LendingTree RSUs reported in this Form 3 vest?
One RSU grant of 1,375 units vests in a single installment on March 2, 2026. A second grant of 3,001 units vests in two annual installments from March 1, 2026 to March 1, 2027, and 10,000 units vest in three installments from March 10, 2026 to March 1, 2028.
Is LendingTree COO Ian Smith’s ownership in this Form 3 direct or indirect?
All holdings reported by Ian Smith in this Form 3 are listed as direct ownership. The tables show his common stock, stock options, and restricted stock units with ownership form marked “D,” indicating they are held directly rather than through another entity or indirect arrangement.
Does this LendingTree (TREE) Form 3 show new insider buying or selling?
This Form 3 functions as an initial ownership statement for Ian Smith rather than a record of new buying or selling. The transactions are categorized as holdings, showing his existing common stock, options, and RSUs as of January 6, 2026.