UnitedHealth EVP Granted 28,414 Stock Options
UnitedHealth Group executive Christopher R. Zaetta received new equity awards, including 28,414 non-qualified stock options with a $282.34 per-share exercise price expiring on February 23, 2036, and a grant of 7,084 shares of common stock.
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
UnitedHealth Group executive Christopher R. Zaetta received new equity awards, including 28,414 non-qualified stock options with a $282.34 per-share exercise price expiring on February 23, 2036, and a grant of 7,084 shares of common stock. On the same date, 129.454 common shares were delivered to cover tax liabilities. Following these transactions, he directly holds 16,626.54 shares of UnitedHealth common stock. Footnotes state that restricted stock units and the non-qualified options vest 25% annually each February 23 from 2027 through 2030.
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Insider Trade Summary
3 transactions reported
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3 txns
Insider
Zaetta Christopher R
Role
EVP & Chief Legal Officer
| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grant/Award | Non-Qualified Stock Options (right to buy) | 28,414 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Exercise Price or Tax Liability | Common Stock | 129.454 | $282.34 | $37K |
| Grant/Award | Common Stock | 7,084 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Holdings After Transaction:
Non-Qualified Stock Options (right to buy) — 28,414 contracts (Direct);
Common Stock — 16,626.54 shares (Direct)
Footnotes (2)
- F1. The restricted stock units vest at a rate of 25% annually on February 23 from the years 2027 through 2030.
- F2. The non-qualified stock options vest at a rate of 25% annually on February 23 from the years 2027 through 2030.
Key Figures
Non-qualified stock options granted: 28,414 shares
Option exercise price: $282.34 per share
Option expiration date: 2036-02-23
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7 metrics
Non-qualified stock options granted
28,414 shares
Grant of non-qualified stock options on 2026-02-23
Option exercise price
$282.34 per share
Exercise price for non-qualified stock options granted
Option expiration date
2036-02-23
Expiration date of non-qualified stock options
Common stock grant
7,084 shares
Grant of common stock on 2026-02-23
Shares delivered for taxes
129.454 shares
Common stock used to satisfy tax liability on 2026-02-23
Post-transaction common stock holding
16,626.54 shares
Direct UnitedHealth common stock held after transactions
Equity vesting schedule
25% annually 2027-2030
Vesting for restricted stock units and non-qualified options
Key Terms
Non-Qualified Stock Options (right to buy), restricted stock units, tax-withholding disposition, non-derivative, +1 more
5 terms
Non-Qualified Stock Options (right to buy) financial
"security_title "Non-Qualified Stock Options (right to buy)" with a $282.34 exercise price"
restricted stock units financial
"Footnote: "The restricted stock units vest at a rate of 25% annually""
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.
tax-withholding disposition financial
"transaction_action "tax-withholding disposition" for 129.454 common shares"
A tax-withholding disposition is an event or transaction—such as selling or transferring securities, exercising options, or receiving compensation—that triggers a requirement to hold back part of the payment and remit it to tax authorities. It matters to investors because it reduces the cash they receive immediately and can change the timing and amount of taxable income, like a cashier taking a portion of your sale proceeds to pay taxes before you get the rest.
non-derivative financial
"transaction_type "non-derivative" for common stock entries"
derivative financial
"transaction_type "derivative" for the non-qualified stock options grant"
A derivative is a financial contract whose value depends on the price or performance of another asset or measure — for example a stock, index, interest rate, commodity, or currency. Investors use derivatives like insurance or leveraged bets to hedge risk, speculate, or gain exposure without owning the underlying asset; they can protect portfolios but also amplify losses and introduce counterparty and market risk.
FAQ
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What equity awards did UNH executive Christopher R. Zaetta receive in this Form 4?
Christopher R. Zaetta received 28,414 non-qualified stock options at a $282.34 exercise price and a separate grant of 7,084 shares of common stock, reflecting UnitedHealth Group’s equity-based executive compensation structure.
What is Christopher R. Zaetta’s post-transaction common stock holding in UNH?
After the reported transactions, Zaetta directly holds 16,626.54 shares of UnitedHealth common stock. This figure reflects his remaining ownership position following new grants and the small tax-withholding share delivery on February 23, 2026.
What are the vesting terms for Zaetta’s UnitedHealth equity awards?
Footnotes state that restricted stock units and non-qualified stock options vest at a rate of 25% annually on February 23 in each year from 2027 through 2030, creating a four-year, time-based vesting schedule.
What is the expiration date and exercise price of Zaetta’s UNH stock options?
Zaetta’s non-qualified stock options have a $282.34 per-share exercise price and expire on February 23, 2036. These options provide long-term potential value tied to UnitedHealth Group’s future stock performance over a 10-year term.
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