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Williams-Sonoma (NYSE: WSM) CFO sells 32,684 shares and receives RSUs

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Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Williams-Sonoma EVP and CFO Jeffrey Howie reported open-market sales of 32,684 shares of common stock on March 26, 2026, executed at prices ranging from about $178.69 to $183.53. These sales were made under a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan adopted on November 21, 2025.

After the sales, he directly holds 34,138 shares of common stock. On March 25, 2026 he also received a grant of 10,077 restricted stock units, each representing one share of common stock, vesting in four equal annual installments from 2027 through 2030.

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Insider Howie Jeffrey
Role EVP CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
Sold 32,684 shs ($5.90M)
Type Security Shares Price Value
Sale Common Stock 1,749 $179.37 $314K
Sale Common Stock 21,915 $180.24 $3.95M
Sale Common Stock 4,114 $181.22 $746K
Sale Common Stock 3,800 $182.15 $692K
Sale Common Stock 1,106 $183.11 $203K
Grant/Award Restricted Stock Units 10,077 $0.00 --
Holdings After Transaction: Common Stock — 65,073 shares (Direct); Restricted Stock Units — 10,077 shares (Direct)
Footnotes (1)
  1. Sale of shares pursuant to a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan adopted by the reporting person on November 21, 2025. Reflects the weighted average price as the shares were sold in multiple transactions. The per share transaction price ranged from $178.69 to $179.68. The reporting person undertakes to provide upon request by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission staff, the issuer, or a security holder of the issuer, full information regarding the number of shares sold at each separate price. Reflects the weighted average price as the shares were sold in multiple transactions. The per share transaction price ranged from $179.69 to $180.68. The reporting person undertakes to provide upon request by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission staff, the issuer, or a security holder of the issuer, full information regarding the number of shares sold at each separate price. Reflects the weighted average price as the shares were sold in multiple transactions. The per share transaction price ranged from $180.71 to $181.70. The reporting person undertakes to provide upon request by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission staff, the issuer, or a security holder of the issuer, full information regarding the number of shares sold at each separate price. Reflects the weighted average price as the shares were sold in multiple transactions. The per share transaction price ranged from $181.71 to $182.65. The reporting person undertakes to provide upon request by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission staff, the issuer, or a security holder of the issuer, full information regarding the number of shares sold at each separate price. Reflects the weighted average price as the shares were sold in multiple transactions. The per share transaction price ranged from $182.71 to $183.53. The reporting person undertakes to provide upon request by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission staff, the issuer, or a security holder of the issuer, full information regarding the number of shares sold at each separate price. Each restricted stock unit represents a contingent right to receive one share of WSM common stock. The restricted stock units vest in four equal installments on each anniversary of the grant date in 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030. The restricted stock units are cancelled upon vesting and delivery of shares of WSM common stock.
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
OMB Number:3235-0287
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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).
X
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*
Howie Jeffrey

(Last)(First)(Middle)
3250 VAN NESS AVE.

(Street)
SAN FRANCISCO CALIFORNIA 94109

(City)(State)(Zip)

UNITED STATES

(Country)
2. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
WILLIAMS SONOMA INC [ WSM ]
5. Relationship of Reporting Person(s) to Issuer
(Check all applicable)
Director10% Owner
XOfficer (give title below)Other (specify below)
EVP CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
2a. Foreign Trading Symbol
3. Date of Earliest Transaction (Month/Day/Year)
03/25/2026
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 Stock03/26/2026S1,749(1)D$179.37(2)65,073D
Common Stock03/26/2026S21,915(1)D$180.24(3)43,158D
Common Stock03/26/2026S4,114(1)D$181.22(4)39,044D
Common Stock03/26/2026S3,800(1)D$182.15(5)35,244D
Common Stock03/26/2026S1,106(1)D$183.11(6)34,138D
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
Restricted Stock Units(7)03/25/2026A10,077 (8) (9)Common Stock10,077$010,077D
Explanation of Responses:
1. Sale of shares pursuant to a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan adopted by the reporting person on November 21, 2025.
2. Reflects the weighted average price as the shares were sold in multiple transactions. The per share transaction price ranged from $178.69 to $179.68. The reporting person undertakes to provide upon request by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission staff, the issuer, or a security holder of the issuer, full information regarding the number of shares sold at each separate price.
3. Reflects the weighted average price as the shares were sold in multiple transactions. The per share transaction price ranged from $179.69 to $180.68. The reporting person undertakes to provide upon request by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission staff, the issuer, or a security holder of the issuer, full information regarding the number of shares sold at each separate price.
4. Reflects the weighted average price as the shares were sold in multiple transactions. The per share transaction price ranged from $180.71 to $181.70. The reporting person undertakes to provide upon request by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission staff, the issuer, or a security holder of the issuer, full information regarding the number of shares sold at each separate price.
5. Reflects the weighted average price as the shares were sold in multiple transactions. The per share transaction price ranged from $181.71 to $182.65. The reporting person undertakes to provide upon request by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission staff, the issuer, or a security holder of the issuer, full information regarding the number of shares sold at each separate price.
6. Reflects the weighted average price as the shares were sold in multiple transactions. The per share transaction price ranged from $182.71 to $183.53. The reporting person undertakes to provide upon request by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission staff, the issuer, or a security holder of the issuer, full information regarding the number of shares sold at each separate price.
7. Each restricted stock unit represents a contingent right to receive one share of WSM common stock.
8. The restricted stock units vest in four equal installments on each anniversary of the grant date in 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.
9. The restricted stock units are cancelled upon vesting and delivery of shares of WSM common stock.
/s/ David R. King, Attorney-in-Fact for Jeffrey Howie03/27/2026
** Signature of Reporting PersonDate
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* Form 4: SEC 1474 (03-26)

FAQ

What insider transactions did Williams-Sonoma (WSM) CFO Jeffrey Howie report?

Jeffrey Howie reported selling 32,684 Williams-Sonoma common shares in open-market transactions and receiving 10,077 restricted stock units. The sales occurred on March 26, 2026, and the RSU grant was dated March 25, 2026, as part of his compensation.

At what prices did the Williams-Sonoma (WSM) CFO sell his shares?

The CFO’s shares were sold at weighted average prices between roughly $178.69 and $183.53 per share. Individual transactions were executed in multiple trades within those ranges, as disclosed, with detailed breakdowns available upon request from the company or regulators.

How many Williams-Sonoma (WSM) shares does the CFO hold after these transactions?

After the reported sales, the CFO directly holds 34,138 shares of Williams-Sonoma common stock. In addition, he has 10,077 restricted stock units outstanding, which represent contingent rights to receive an equal number of common shares upon future vesting.

Were the Williams-Sonoma (WSM) CFO share sales under a Rule 10b5-1 plan?

Yes. The filing states the sales were made under a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan adopted on November 21, 2025. Such pre-arranged plans allow insiders to systematically sell shares over time, reducing discretion over the timing of individual transactions.

What are the terms of the Williams-Sonoma (WSM) CFO’s new RSU grant?

The CFO received 10,077 restricted stock units, each tied to one Williams-Sonoma common share. These RSUs vest in four equal annual installments on the grant-date anniversaries in 2027, 2028, 2029, and 2030, and are cancelled when common shares are delivered.

How do the new RSUs affect the Williams-Sonoma (WSM) CFO’s equity exposure?

The grant adds 10,077 restricted stock units to the CFO’s equity-based incentives, alongside his 34,138 directly held common shares. As the RSUs vest between 2027 and 2030, they convert into common shares, increasing his direct share ownership if he remains at the company.
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