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W. R. Berkley (NYSE: WRB) CFO granted 14,086 shares, 650 withheld for taxes

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W. R. Berkley Corporation EVP & CFO Richard Mark Baio received 14,086 shares of common stock on August 3, 2026 through vesting of performance-based RSUs granted in 2021, 2022 and 2023 under the 2018 Stock Incentive Plan. To satisfy related taxes, 650 shares were withheld at $72.2875 per share. Reported ownership includes 224,986 shares of common stock underlying vested RSUs with receipt deferred and 22,067 shares held indirectly through a 401(k) Plan, and excludes unvested performance-based RSUs.

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Insider Baio Richard Mark
Role EVP & CFO
Type Security Shares Price Value
Grant/Award Common Stock F1 14,086 $0.00 $0.00
Tax Withholding Common Stock F2, F3 650 $72.2875 $47K
holding Common Stock -- -- --
Holdings After Transaction: Common Stock — 227,611 shares (Direct); Common Stock — 22,067 shares (Indirect, By 401(k) Plan)
Footnotes (3)
  1. F1. Represents the vesting of tranches of performance-based restricted stock units ("RSUs") granted in 2021, 2022 and 2023 under the W. R. Berkley Corporation 2018 Stock Incentive Plan for the three-year performance period ending June 30, 2026 (consisting of 5,550 shares; 4,181 shares; and 4,355 shares, respectively).
  2. F2. Represents payment of tax liability by withholding securities incident to the vesting of RSUs.
  3. F3. Includes 224,986 shares of common stock underlying RSUs, all of which have vested (the receipt of which has been deferred) and does not include unvested shares of common stock underlying performance-based RSUs.
RSUs vested into common shares 14,086 shares Performance-based RSUs vesting on August 3, 2026
Shares withheld for taxes 650 shares Withheld incident to RSU vesting to pay tax liability
Tax withholding price $72.2875 per share Per-share value applied to the 650 withheld shares
Vested RSUs with deferred receipt 224,986 shares Common stock underlying vested RSUs; receipt deferred
Indirect 401(k) holdings 22,067 shares Common stock held indirectly through a 401(k) Plan after transactions
performance-based restricted stock units financial
"Represents the vesting of tranches of performance-based restricted stock units ("RSUs")"
Performance-based restricted stock units are a type of employee equity award that converts into company shares only if predefined financial or operational targets are met over a set period. Think of it like a bonus check that becomes stock only when specific goals are hit; it ties pay to results, aligning managers’ incentives with shareholders. Investors care because these awards affect future share count, executive incentives, and signal how management’s success will be measured and rewarded.
tax liability financial
"Represents payment of tax liability by withholding securities incident to the vesting"
Stock Incentive Plan financial
"granted in 2021, 2022 and 2023 under the W. R. Berkley Corporation 2018 Stock Incentive Plan"
A stock incentive plan is a company program that gives employees or directors pieces of ownership or the right to buy shares over time, similar to receiving a bonus paid in company stock instead of cash. Investors pay attention because these plans align staff incentives with long‑term company performance but can also dilute existing shareholders and affect reported profits when grants are expensed, so they influence both ownership percentages and financial results.
401(k) Plan financial
"Indirect ownership reported as "By 401(k) Plan" for 22,067 shares"
A 401(k) plan is a workplace retirement account that lets employees set aside part of their pay into a tax-advantaged savings pot, often with employers adding matching contributions — like a workplace piggy bank for future income. It matters to investors because the amount people save and how employers fund these plans influence consumer spending, corporate payroll costs and the flow of money into financial markets, which can affect stock prices and company valuations.
restricted stock units ("RSUs") financial
"shares of common stock underlying RSUs, all of which have vested"
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.

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FAQ

What equity award did W. R. Berkley (WRB) CFO Richard Baio receive on August 3, 2026?

Richard Baio received 14,086 shares of W. R. Berkley common stock through vesting of performance-based RSUs. These shares came from grants made in 2021, 2022 and 2023 under the 2018 Stock Incentive Plan for a three-year performance period ending June 30, 2026.

How many W. R. Berkley (WRB) shares were withheld to cover Richard Baio’s taxes?

To cover tax obligations from the RSU vesting, 650 shares of common stock were withheld at $72.2875 per share. This withholding is reported as a disposition under code F and represents payment of Baio’s tax liability rather than an open-market sale.

How many W. R. Berkley (WRB) shares does Richard Baio hold through a 401(k) Plan?

Following the reported transactions, Baio held 22,067 shares of W. R. Berkley common stock indirectly through a 401(k) Plan. This position is reported separately as indirect ownership, complementing his vested RSU interests with deferred receipt.

Were Richard Baio’s W. R. Berkley (WRB) transactions reported under a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan?

The transactions were not reported as being made under a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan. The Rule 10b5-1 checkbox associated with this report is not marked as affirming that the trades occurred pursuant to such a pre-arranged trading arrangement.
SEC Form 4
FORM 4UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP

Filed pursuant to Section 16(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
or Section 30(h) of the Investment Company Act of 1940
OMB APPROVAL
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Check this box if no longer subject to Section 16. Form 4 or Form 5 obligations may continue. See Instruction 1(b).
Check this box to indicate that a transaction was made pursuant to a contract, instruction or written plan for the purchase or sale of equity securities of the issuer that is intended to satisfy the affirmative defense conditions of Rule 10b5-1(c). See Instruction 10.
1. Name and Address of Reporting Person*
Baio Richard Mark

(Last)(First)(Middle)
W. R. BERKLEY CORPORATION
475 STEAMBOAT ROAD

(Street)
GREENWICH CONNECTICUT 06830

(City)(State)(Zip)

UNITED STATES

(Country)
2. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
BERKLEY W R CORP [ WRB ]
5. Relationship of Reporting Person(s) to Issuer
(Check all applicable)
Director10% Owner
XOfficer (give title below)Other (specify below)
EVP & CFO
2a. Foreign Trading Symbol
3. Date of Earliest Transaction (Month/Day/Year)
08/03/2026
6. Individual or Joint/Group Filing (Check Applicable Line)
XForm filed by One Reporting Person
Form filed by More than One Reporting Person
4. If Amendment, Date of Original Filed (Month/Day/Year)

Table I - Non-Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned
1. Title of Security (Instr. 3) 2. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)2A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)3. Transaction Code (Instr. 8) 4. Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed Of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5) 5. Amount of Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 3 and 4) 6. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4) 7. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
CodeVAmount(A) or (D)Price
Common Stock08/03/2026A14,086(1)A$0228,261D
Common Stock08/03/2026F650(2)D$72.2875227,611(3)D
Common Stock22,067IBy 401(k) Plan
Table II - Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned
(e.g., puts, calls, warrants, options, convertible securities)
1. Title of Derivative Security (Instr. 3) 2. Conversion or Exercise Price of Derivative Security 3. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)3A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)4. Transaction Code (Instr. 8) 5. Number of Derivative Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5) 6. Date Exercisable and Expiration Date (Month/Day/Year)7. Title and Amount of Securities Underlying Derivative Security (Instr. 3 and 4) 8. Price of Derivative Security (Instr. 5) 9. Number of derivative Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 4) 10. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4) 11. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
CodeV(A)(D)Date ExercisableExpiration DateTitleAmount or Number of Shares
Explanation of Responses:
1. Represents the vesting of tranches of performance-based restricted stock units ("RSUs") granted in 2021, 2022 and 2023 under the W. R. Berkley Corporation 2018 Stock Incentive Plan for the three-year performance period ending June 30, 2026 (consisting of 5,550 shares; 4,181 shares; and 4,355 shares, respectively).
2. Represents payment of tax liability by withholding securities incident to the vesting of RSUs.
3. Includes 224,986 shares of common stock underlying RSUs, all of which have vested (the receipt of which has been deferred) and does not include unvested shares of common stock underlying performance-based RSUs.
Richard M. Baio08/05/2026
** Signature of Reporting PersonDate
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* Form 4: SEC 1474 (03-26)