Director Scott Sheffield receives 4,873 Williams (NYSE: WMB) shares
Filing Impact
Filing Sentiment
Form Type
4
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
SHEFFIELD SCOTT D reported acquisition or exercise transactions in this Form 4 filing.
Williams Companies director Scott D. Sheffield received a grant of 4,873 shares of Common Stock on April 28, 2026, valued at $73.04 per share for reporting purposes. After this award, he directly owns 76,302 shares, including stock units and related dividend equivalents noted in the footnotes.
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Insider Trade Summary
1 transaction reported
Mixed
1 txn
Insider
SHEFFIELD SCOTT D
Role
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| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grant/Award | Common Stock | 4,873 | $73.04 | $356K |
Holdings After Transaction:
Common Stock — 76,302 shares (Direct, null)
Footnotes (1)
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Key Figures
Share grant size: 4,873 shares
Reference price per share: $73.04 per share
Total direct holdings after grant: 76,302 shares
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Share grant size
4,873 shares
Common Stock award to director on April 28, 2026
Reference price per share
$73.04 per share
Reporting price for the 4,873-share grant
Total direct holdings after grant
76,302 shares
Scott D. Sheffield’s direct ownership following the transaction
2026 annual stock units
2,738 units
Stock units for 2026 annual grant included in holdings
Dividend equivalent units
2,135 units
Dividend equivalents on stock units noted in footnote
Key Terms
stock units, dividend equivalents, Section 16, Rule 16a-11, +1 more
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stock units financial
"Includes 2,738 stock units for 2026 annual grant"
Stock units are individual pieces of ownership in a company, like slices of a pie that together make up the whole business. They matter to investors because each unit represents a claim on the company’s assets, profits and sometimes voting power, and changes in the number or value of these units affect ownership percentages, potential dividends and share dilution — all of which influence an investment’s worth.
dividend equivalents financial
"and 2,135 dividend equivalents on stock units"
Payments tied to employee or contractor equity awards that mirror the cash dividends paid on the company’s stock; they give the holder the same economic benefit as owning the shares without transferring actual shares—often paid in cash or additional award units when the award becomes payable. Investors care because these payments affect a company’s compensation costs, cash flow and potential share dilution, and they signal how management is being rewarded and aligned with shareholders.
Section 16 regulatory
"which are exempt from Section 16 pursuant to Rule 16a-11"
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-11 regulatory
"exempt from Section 16 pursuant to Rule 16a-11"
Common Stock financial
"security_title": "Common Stock""
Common stock represents ownership shares in a company, giving investors a stake in its success and a say in important decisions through voting rights. It is the most common type of stock traded on markets and can provide income through dividends, as well as potential for value growth. For investors, holding common stock means sharing in the company’s profits and risks.
FAQ
What insider transaction did WMB director Scott D. Sheffield report?
Scott D. Sheffield reported receiving 4,873 shares of Williams Companies (WMB) Common Stock as a grant. The award was recorded at a reference price of $73.04 per share and increased his direct holdings disclosed in this Form 4 filing.
Was the WMB insider transaction a market purchase or a grant?
The WMB insider transaction was a grant or award, not an open-market purchase. The Form 4 shows transaction code A, indicating a grant, award, or other acquisition as part of compensation rather than a discretionary market trade.
What additional stock-based units are included in Scott D. Sheffield’s WMB holdings?
His holdings include 2,738 stock units from the 2026 annual grant and 2,135 dividend equivalents on stock units. These instruments are exempt from Section 16 reporting under SEC Rule 16a-11, as described in the Form 4 footnote.