Valens Semiconductor (VLN) director Zilka Yahal reports share and option holdings in Form 3
Filing Impact
Filing Sentiment
Form Type
3
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Valens Semiconductor Ltd. director Zilka Yahal has filed an initial Form 3 showing existing equity holdings in the company. The filing reports multiple blocks of Ordinary Shares held directly, including one position of 905,021 shares, along with several grants of stock options (rights to buy Ordinary Shares) at exercise prices ranging from $1.66 to $7.58 per share, with expirations between 2029 and 2033. Footnotes explain that some shares were issued upon vesting of previously granted RSUs, some were received as a pro‑rata in‑kind distribution from a venture capital fund, and certain RSUs and options vest in four equal quarterly portions starting from the first anniversary of the January 15, 2026 grant date, subject to continued service.
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Insider Trade Summary
8 transactions reported
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8 txns
Insider
Zilka Yahal
Role
Director
| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| holding | Stock Option (Right to Buy) | -- | -- | -- |
| holding | Stock Option (Right to Buy) | -- | -- | -- |
| holding | Stock Option (Right to Buy) | -- | -- | -- |
| holding | Stock Option (Right to Buy) | -- | -- | -- |
| holding | Stock Option (Right to Buy) | -- | -- | -- |
| holding | Ordinary Shares | -- | -- | -- |
| holding | Ordinary Shares | -- | -- | -- |
| holding | Ordinary Shares | -- | -- | -- |
Holdings After Transaction:
Stock Option (Right to Buy) — 14,230 shares (Direct);
Ordinary Shares — 97,059 shares (Direct)
Footnotes (1)
- These shares were issued upon vesting of previously granted RSU's The reported securities were received by the Reporting Person as a pro-rata in-kind distribution from a venture capital fund in which the Reporting Person serves as a GP. The distribution was made without consideration and represents the Reporting Person's allocable share of the fund's holdings The Reporting Person was granted restricted stock units ("RSUs"), which each represent a contingent right to receive one share of ordinary stock of Valens Semiconductor Ltd. (the "Company"). The units vest in four Equal portions on a quarterly basis within 90 days, 180 days, 270 days of the first anniversary of the date of grant (01/15/2026), subject to the Reporting Person's continued service to the Company or its subsidiaries through each vesting date. The Stock Options are Fully vested and immediately exercisable The options vest in four Equal portions on a quarterly basis within 90 days, 180 days, 270 days of the first anniversary of the date of grant (01/15/2026), subject to the Reporting Person's continued service to the Company or its subsidiaries through each vesting date.
FAQ
What does Valens Semiconductor (VLN) director Zilka Yahal report on this Form 3?
The Form 3 shows that director Zilka Yahal holds multiple blocks of Valens Semiconductor Ordinary Shares directly, including one position of 905,021 shares, plus several grants of stock options over Ordinary Shares at specified exercise prices and expiration dates.
Are there any buy or sell transactions in Valens Semiconductor (VLN) director Zilka Yahal’s Form 3?
No new buy or sell transactions are reported. The entries are classified as holding records with unknown transaction codes, indicating an initial statement of existing ownership positions rather than recent market purchases, sales, or option exercises.
What stock options does Zilka Yahal hold in Valens Semiconductor (VLN)?
Zilka Yahal holds several stock options to acquire Valens Semiconductor Ordinary Shares, with exercise prices from $1.66 to $7.58 per share and expiration dates between 2029 and 2033, all reported as directly owned derivative securities.
What are the vesting terms for Zilka Yahal’s RSUs and options in Valens Semiconductor (VLN)?
Certain RSUs and options vest in four equal quarterly portions within 90, 180, and 270 days after the first anniversary of the January 15, 2026 grant date, conditioned on Yahal’s continued service to Valens Semiconductor or its subsidiaries through each vesting date.
Are any of Zilka Yahal’s Valens Semiconductor (VLN) options already exercisable?
Yes. One footnote specifies that some stock options are fully vested and immediately exercisable, meaning Yahal can convert those options into Valens Semiconductor Ordinary Shares at the stated exercise price before their respective expiration dates.