UPS (NYSE: UPS) director receives 1,948 restricted stock units award
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Filing Sentiment
Form Type
4
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
UNITED PARCEL SERVICE INC director Rodney C. Adkins received a grant of 1,948 restricted stock units. These units were awarded at no cash cost to him and each unit is equivalent to one share of UPS Class A common stock.
The restricted stock units convert into Class A shares on a one-for-one basis when his service as a director ends. After this award, Adkins directly holds about 28,071.8312 restricted stock units, a figure that also includes units credited from dividends on the underlying Class A common stock.
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Insider Trade Summary
1 transaction reported
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Insider
Adkins Rodney C
Role
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| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grant/Award | Restricted Stock Units | 1,948 | $0.00 | -- |
Holdings After Transaction:
Restricted Stock Units — 28,071.831 shares (Direct, null)
Footnotes (1)
- One unit is equivalent to one share of UPS Class A common stock. Restricted stock units convert into shares of UPS Class A common stock on a one for one basis upon termination of service as a director. Includes units credited upon the payment of dividends on the underlying Class A common stock.
Key Figures
RSU grant size: 1,948 units
Holdings after grant: 28,071.8312 units
Grant price per unit: $0.00 per unit
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RSU grant size
1,948 units
Restricted stock units granted on 2026-05-07
Holdings after grant
28,071.8312 units
Total restricted stock units directly held after transaction
Grant price per unit
$0.00 per unit
Equity compensation with no cash paid by director
Conversion ratio
1 unit = 1 share
Each restricted stock unit converts into one UPS Class A share
Key Terms
Restricted Stock Units, Class A common stock, dividends
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Restricted Stock Units financial
"The security title reported is “Restricted Stock Units” granted to the director."
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.
Class A common stock financial
"One unit is equivalent to one share of UPS Class A common stock."
Class A common stock is a category of a company’s shares that carries a specific set of ownership rights—most commonly defined voting power and claims on dividends—set out in the company’s charter. For investors it matters because the class determines how much influence you have over corporate decisions, the share’s likely dividend and trading behavior, and how it compares in value to other share classes, like choosing a particular seat with different privileges at the company’s decision-making table.
dividends financial
"Includes units credited upon the payment of dividends on the underlying Class A common stock."
Dividends are cash payments a company gives to its shareholders from profits or cash reserves, effectively sharing part of its earnings with owners. They matter to investors because they provide a steady income stream, act like an interest or rent payment on owning the stock, and signal management’s confidence in the business—factors that influence total return and share price. Regular or special dividends can change an investor’s income and reinvestment strategy.
FAQ
What did UPS (UPS) director Rodney C. Adkins report in this Form 4 filing?
Rodney C. Adkins reported receiving 1,948 restricted stock units. These units were granted as equity compensation, carry no cash purchase price, and increase his direct holdings to about 28,071.8312 units that are tied to UPS Class A common stock.
How many UPS (UPS) restricted stock units does Rodney C. Adkins hold after this grant?
After the grant, Adkins holds approximately 28,071.8312 restricted stock units. This total reflects the newly awarded 1,948 units plus prior units, including additional units credited over time from dividends on the underlying UPS Class A common stock.
What is the conversion ratio for Rodney C. Adkins’ UPS (UPS) restricted stock units?
Each restricted stock unit is equivalent to one UPS Class A share. The filing states that one unit converts into one share on a one-for-one basis, so the 1,948 new units represent 1,948 future shares when they ultimately settle.
Did Rodney C. Adkins pay cash for the 1,948 UPS (UPS) restricted stock units?
No, the 1,948 restricted stock units were granted at a price of $0.00 per unit. This indicates the award was part of his equity-based compensation as a director rather than an open-market stock purchase.
How are dividends reflected in Rodney C. Adkins’ UPS (UPS) restricted stock unit holdings?
Some units were credited from dividends on the underlying Class A shares. The filing explains that his total restricted stock units include additional units accumulated when dividends were paid on the related UPS Class A common stock position.