West Pharmaceutical (NYSE: WST) CEO granted new RSUs and stock options
Filing Impact
Filing Sentiment
Form Type
4
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Green Eric Mark reported acquisition or exercise transactions in this Form 4 filing.
West Pharmaceutical Services reported that President, CEO and Board Chair Eric Mark Green received new equity awards. On March 1, 2026, he was granted 6,986 restricted stock units, each representing a contingent right to receive one share of WST common stock.
On the same date, he was also granted 16,630 stock options to buy WST common stock. Both the restricted stock units and the stock options vest in four equal annual installments beginning on March 1, 2027, tying the awards to multi‑year service and performance at the company.
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Insider Trade Summary
2 transactions reported
Mixed
2 txns
Insider
Green Eric Mark
Role
President, CEO and Board Chair
| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grant/Award | Rst. Stock Unit | 6,986 | $0.00 | -- |
| Grant/Award | Stock Option (Right to Buy) | 16,630 | $0.00 | -- |
Holdings After Transaction:
Rst. Stock Unit — 6,986 shares (Direct);
Stock Option (Right to Buy) — 16,630 shares (Direct)
Footnotes (1)
- Each restricted stock unit represents a contingent right to receive one share of WST common stock. The restricted stock units vest in four equal annual installments beginning on March 1, 2027. The stock option vests in four equal annual installments beginning on March 1, 2027.
FAQ
What insider transactions did WST CEO Eric Mark Green report on this Form 4?
Eric Mark Green reported two equity award grants from West Pharmaceutical Services. He received 6,986 restricted stock units and 16,630 stock options on March 1, 2026, both structured as derivative securities tied to WST common stock.
How many restricted stock units did the WST CEO receive in this filing?
The CEO received 6,986 restricted stock units. Each unit represents a contingent right to one share of West Pharmaceutical Services common stock, providing future share-based compensation that depends on continued service and satisfaction of the vesting schedule.
When do Eric Mark Green’s new WST restricted stock units vest?
The restricted stock units vest in four equal annual installments beginning on March 1, 2027. This schedule spreads the potential share delivery over four years, encouraging longer-term alignment between the CEO and West Pharmaceutical Services shareholders.
What stock option grant was reported for the WST CEO on March 1, 2026?
Eric Mark Green was granted 16,630 stock options on March 1, 2026. These options give him the right to buy WST common shares and, like the restricted stock units, vest in four equal annual installments starting March 1, 2027.
Are the WST CEO’s new equity awards direct or indirect holdings?
The filing classifies both awards as direct ownership. The Form 4 indicates direct beneficial ownership (coded “D”) for the 6,986 restricted stock units and 16,630 stock options reported in this insider transaction disclosure.
Does this WST Form 4 involve insider buying or selling on the open market?
No open market buying or selling is shown. The Form 4 reports grant or award acquisitions of restricted stock units and stock options, both at a reported transaction price of 0.0000, reflecting compensation awards rather than market trades.