Vroom (NASDAQ: VRM) board member assigns RSU equity award to Mudrick
Filing Impact
Filing Sentiment
Form Type
4
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Mudrick Capital Management, L.P. reported acquisition or exercise transactions in this Form 4 filing.
Vroom, Inc. reported a Form 4 showing an equity award tied to funds managed by Mudrick Capital. On June 11, 2026, board member Matthew Pietroforte received 9,832 restricted stock units (RSUs) as compensation, which he assigned to Mudrick Capital Management, L.P.. The RSUs vest on the earlier of the day immediately before the first annual stockholder meeting after the grant date or June 11, 2027, subject to continued service. Following this award, Mudrick-related entities report 19,018 shares of Vroom common stock as indirectly held, reflecting a routine, non-cash grant rather than an open‑market purchase or sale.
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Insider Trade Summary
1 transaction reported
Mixed
1 txn
Insider
Mudrick Capital Management, L.P., Mudrick Capital Management LLC, Mudrick Jason, Mudrick Distressed Opportunity Drawdown Fund III, L.P., Mudrick Distressed Opportunity Drawdown Fund III GP, LLC, Mudrick Distressed Opportunity SIF Master Fund, L.P., Pietroforte Matthew, Mudrick Distressed Opportunity SIF GP, LLC, Mudrick Distressed Opportunity Drawdown Fund II SC, L.P., Mudrick Distressed Opportunity Drawdown Fund II GP, LLC
Role
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| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grant/Award | Common Stock | 9,832 | $0.00 | -- |
Holdings After Transaction:
Common Stock — 19,018 shares (Indirect, See Notes)
Footnotes (1)
- This statement is being filed by the following Reporting Persons: Mudrick Capital Management, L.P. ("MCM"); Mudrick Capital Management, LLC ("MCM GP"); Jason Mudrick; Mudrick Distressed Opportunity Fund Global, L.P. ("Mudrick Opp Global"); Mudrick GP, LLC ("Mudrick GP"); Mudrick Distressed Opportunity Drawdown Fund II, L.P. ("Drawdown II"); Mudrick Distressed Opportunity Drawdown Fund II SC, L.P. ("Drawdown II SC"); Mudrick Distressed Opportunity Drawdown Fund II GP, LLC ("Drawdown II GP"); Mudrick Distressed Opportunity Drawdown Fund III, L.P. ("Drawdown III"); Mudrick Distressed Opportunity Drawdown Fund III GP, LLC ("Drawdown III GP"); Mudrick Distressed Opportunity SIF Master Fund, L.P. ("SIF"); Mudrick Distressed Opportunity SIF GP, LLC ("SIF GP"); Mudrick Distressed Opportunity 2020 Dislocation Fund, L.P. ("DISL"); Mudrick Distressed Opportunity 2020 Dislocation Fund GP, LLC ("DISL GP"); and Matthew Pietroforte. Represents an award of restricted stock units ("RSUs") granted to Matthew Pietroforte, who is a member of the Issuer's board of directors and a Managing Director and Senior Analyst at MCM. The RSUs will vest on the earlier of the day immediately preceding the date of the first annual meeting of stockholders following the date of grant, or June 11, 2027, subject to the Reporting Person's continued service through the applicable vesting date. Mr. Pietroforte has assigned all rights, title and interest in the RSUs (including the shares of Common Stock thereunder) granted to him to Mudrick Capital Management, L.P. Mudrick GP is the general partner of Global LP and may be deemed to beneficially own the number of securities of the Issuer directly held by Global LP. Drawdown II GP is the general partner of Drawdown II and Drawdown II SC and may be deemed to beneficially own the securities of the Issuer directly held by Drawdown II and Drawdown II SC. Drawdown III GP is the general partner of Drawdown III and may be deemed to beneficially own the securities of the Issuer directly held by Drawdown III. DISL GP is the general partner of DISL and may be deemed to beneficially own the number of securities of the Issuer held by DISL. SIF GP is the general partner of SIF and may be deemed to beneficially own the securities of the Issuer directly held by SIF. MCM is the investment manager to Drawdown II, Global LP, Drawdown II SC, Drawdown III, DISL, SIF and certain accounts managed by MCM. Mr. Mudrick is the sole member of Mudrick GP, Drawdown II GP, Drawdown III GP, MCM GP, DISL GP and SIF GP. By virtue of these relationships, each of MCM, MCM GP and Mr. Mudrick may be deemed to beneficially own the securities held directly by Global LP, Drawdown II, Drawdown II SC, Drawdown III, DISL, SIF and certain accounts managed by MCM. The Reporting Persons disclaim any beneficial ownership of the reported securities other than to the extent of any pecuniary interest they may have therein, directly or indirectly. Pursuant to Rule 16a-1(a)(4) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the "Exchange Act"), this filing shall not be deemed an admission that the Reporting Persons are, for purposes of Section 16 of the Exchange Act or otherwise, the beneficial owners of any equity securities of the Issuer in excess of their respective pecuniary interests. The Reporting Persons are jointly filing this Form 4 pursuant to Rule 16a-3(j) under the Exchange Act. Exhibit List: Joint Filer Information. This filing shall not be deemed an admission that any of the Reporting Persons is subject to Section 16 of the Exchange Act.
Key Figures
RSUs granted: 9,832 RSUs
Indirect holdings after grant: 19,018 shares
Vesting deadline: June 11, 2027
3 metrics
RSUs granted
9,832 RSUs
Award to director Matthew Pietroforte on June 11, 2026
Indirect holdings after grant
19,018 shares
Vroom common stock indirectly held following the RSU award
Vesting deadline
June 11, 2027
Latest vesting date for the RSUs, subject to continued service
Key Terms
restricted stock units ("RSUs"), pecuniary interest, Section 16, Rule 16a-1(a)(4), +1 more
5 terms
restricted stock units ("RSUs") financial
"Represents an award of restricted stock units ("RSUs") granted to Matthew Pietroforte"
Restricted stock units (RSUs) are a company promise to give an employee shares of stock (or cash equivalent) in the future, but only after certain conditions—usually staying with the company for a set time or hitting performance goals—are met. Investors watch RSUs because when they vest they increase the number of shares outstanding and can lead insiders to sell shares, affecting share price, company dilution and the true cost of employee pay.
pecuniary interest financial
"other than to the extent of any pecuniary interest they may have therein"
Section 16 regulatory
"for purposes of Section 16 of the Exchange Act or otherwise"
Section 16 is a U.S. securities law rule that governs the trading and disclosure obligations of company insiders — typically officers, directors and large shareholders — to promote transparency and deter unfair profit-taking. It requires insiders to publicly report their stock trades and allows companies or the issuer to reclaim quick, short-term profits from certain insider trades, like a scoreboard and a refund policy that help investors see and limit possible insider advantage.
Rule 16a-1(a)(4) regulatory
"Pursuant to Rule 16a-1(a)(4) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934"
investment manager financial
"MCM is the investment manager to Drawdown II, Global LP, Drawdown II SC"
FAQ
What insider transaction did Vroom (VRM) disclose in this Form 4?
Vroom disclosed a grant of 9,832 restricted stock units to director Matthew Pietroforte. The award is a stock-based compensation grant, not an open-market trade, and is tied to his service on Vroom’s board of directors.
How many Vroom (VRM) RSUs were granted to Matthew Pietroforte?
Matthew Pietroforte received 9,832 restricted stock units of Vroom common stock. These RSUs represent a form of deferred equity compensation that will convert into shares as they vest over time, subject to his continued service on the board.
When do the newly granted Vroom (VRM) RSUs vest?
The 9,832 Vroom RSUs vest on the earlier of the day immediately before the first annual stockholder meeting after the grant date, or June 11, 2027. Vesting remains contingent on Matthew Pietroforte’s continued service through the applicable vesting date.
Who ultimately holds the economic interest in the Vroom (VRM) RSU grant?
Matthew Pietroforte assigned all rights, title, and interest in the RSUs to Mudrick Capital Management, L.P. Mudrick-related entities may be deemed to beneficially own the securities, subject to footnote disclaimers limiting ownership to their pecuniary interests.
Does this Vroom (VRM) Form 4 reflect a buy or sell in the open market?
No, the Form 4 shows a grant coded as an “A” transaction, indicating an award or other acquisition. It represents stock-based compensation, not an open-market purchase or sale, and therefore carries a weaker trading signal for investors.