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Universal Electronics (NASDAQ: UEIC) director’s 18,437 RSUs convert to common shares

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UNIVERSAL ELECTRONICS INC director Sue Ann Hamilton reported a compensation-related share acquisition. On May 19, 2026, 18,437 restricted stock units converted into an equal number of common shares at a price of $0.00 per share, reflecting the vesting of a prior equity award.

The resulting common shares are held indirectly through the Sue Ann R. Hamilton Trust, which now holds 52,774 shares of Universal Electronics common stock after the transaction. Ms. Hamilton disclaims ownership of the shares held by the trust, and no open-market purchases or sales were reported in this filing.

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Insights

Routine RSU vesting into shares, no open-market trading.

The filing shows 18,437 restricted stock units converting into the same number of Universal Electronics common shares at $0.00 per share. This is a standard equity compensation vesting event, not a market purchase or sale.

The shares are held by the Sue Ann R. Hamilton Trust, which now reports 52,774 common shares, while Ms. Hamilton disclaims ownership of the trust’s holdings. With no sales and no remaining derivatives listed, this looks like an exercise-and-hold pattern based on prior grants.

Because there is no cash transaction and no change in public float from open-market activity, the informational value for investors is limited. Future company filings may detail additional grants or vesting schedules that shape longer-term equity compensation trends.

Insider Hamilton Sue Ann
Role null
Type Security Shares Price Value
Exercise Restricted Stock Units 18,437 $0.00 --
Exercise Common Stock 18,437 $0.00 --
Holdings After Transaction: Restricted Stock Units — 0 shares (Direct, null); Common Stock — 52,774 shares (Indirect, Sue Ann R. Hamilton Trust)
Footnotes (1)
  1. Each restricted stock unit represents a contingent right to receive one share of UEI common stock. These shares are held in the Sue Ann R. Hamilton Trust. Ms. Hamilton disclaims ownership of the shares held by the Trust. On July 1, 2025, the reporting person was granted 18,437 restricted stock units, with 100% vesting upon the earlier of (i) one year following the date of grant and (ii) immediately prior to the Company's next annual meeting of stockholders.
RSUs converted 18,437 units Restricted stock units converting to common stock on May 19, 2026
New common shares 18,437 shares Common stock received from RSU conversion at $0.00 per share
Trust holdings after 52,774 shares Universal Electronics common stock held by Sue Ann R. Hamilton Trust after transaction
Exercise price $0.00 per share Conversion price for restricted stock units into common stock
RSU grant date July 1, 2025 Grant date of 18,437 restricted stock units with 100% vesting conditions
Restricted Stock Units financial
"On July 1, 2025, the reporting person was granted 18,437 restricted stock units"
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.
derivative security financial
"transaction_code_description: Exercise or conversion of derivative security"
A derivative security is a financial contract whose value comes from the price or performance of something else, such as a stock, bond, commodity, or market index. For investors it acts like an insurance policy or a wager: it can be used to protect against losses, lock in prices, or amplify gains and losses, so it can change a portfolio’s risk and potential return without owning the underlying asset directly.
indirect ownership financial
"direct_or_indirect: I, nature_of_ownership: Sue Ann R. Hamilton Trust"
disclaims ownership financial
"Ms. Hamilton disclaims ownership of the shares held by the Trust."
contingent right financial
"Each restricted stock unit represents a contingent right to receive one share"
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*
Hamilton Sue Ann

(Last)(First)(Middle)
15147 N SCOTTSDALE RD STE H300

(Street)
SCOTTSDALE ARIZONA 85254

(City)(State)(Zip)

UNITED STATES

(Country)
2. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
UNIVERSAL ELECTRONICS INC [ UEIC ]
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)
05/19/2026
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
Common Stock05/19/2026M18,437A(1)52,774I(2)Sue Ann R. Hamilton Trust
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)05/19/2026M18,437 (3) (3)Common Stock18,437$00D
Explanation of Responses:
1. Each restricted stock unit represents a contingent right to receive one share of UEI common stock.
2. These shares are held in the Sue Ann R. Hamilton Trust. Ms. Hamilton disclaims ownership of the shares held by the Trust.
3. On July 1, 2025, the reporting person was granted 18,437 restricted stock units, with 100% vesting upon the earlier of (i) one year following the date of grant and (ii) immediately prior to the Company's next annual meeting of stockholders.
Remarks:
/s/SueAnn R Hamilton, by Bryan Allison, pursuant to Limited Power of Attorney dated June 21, 202405/21/2026
** Signature of Reporting PersonDate
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** Intentional misstatements or omissions of facts constitute Federal Criminal Violations See 18 U.S.C. 1001 and 15 U.S.C. 78ff(a).
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* Form 4: SEC 1474 (03-26)

FAQ

What did UEIC director Sue Ann Hamilton report in this Form 4 filing?

She reported the conversion of 18,437 restricted stock units into 18,437 shares of Universal Electronics common stock. This reflects a vesting event from a prior equity award, not an open-market purchase or sale.

How many Universal Electronics (UEIC) shares does the Hamilton trust hold after the transaction?

After the transaction, the Sue Ann R. Hamilton Trust holds 52,774 shares of Universal Electronics common stock. These shares include the 18,437 newly issued shares from the RSU conversion reported in this Form 4 filing.

Were any Universal Electronics (UEIC) shares bought or sold on the open market in this Form 4?

No open-market purchases or sales were reported. The filing shows a non-cash conversion of 18,437 restricted stock units into common shares at $0.00 per share, reflecting vesting of a compensation grant rather than trading activity.

Who actually holds the Universal Electronics (UEIC) shares from this Form 4 event?

The common shares are held by the Sue Ann R. Hamilton Trust, which now holds 52,774 shares. A footnote states that Ms. Hamilton disclaims ownership of shares held by this trust, clarifying the indirect nature of the reported holdings.

What were the terms of the restricted stock units reported by Universal Electronics (UEIC)?

The 18,437 restricted stock units were granted on July 1, 2025, with 100% vesting upon the earlier of one year after grant or immediately before the next annual stockholders’ meeting. Each unit converts into one share of UEIC common stock.