Zoetis (NYSE: ZTS) EVP Kevin Esch discloses stock, RSU, option and phantom unit holdings
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Filing Sentiment
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Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Zoetis Inc. reports insider share holdings for Executive Vice President Kevin Esch. As of the reporting date, he directly owns 267 shares of Zoetis common stock and indirectly holds 122.9323 common stock equivalents through the Zoetis Savings Plan, a 401(k) plan, as of December 31, 2025.
He also holds several equity awards: 772.2513, 306.1133, 86.8836 and 50.5137 restricted stock units that generally vest in thirds over three years from grant dates in 2023–2025, plus stock options on 1,181, 490, 545 and 391 shares at exercise prices of $156.64, $196.14, $162.07 and $201.3, typically vesting over three years and expiring ten years from grant. In addition, he holds 176.3958 phantom stock units under a supplemental savings plan that are settled in cash after separation from service.
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Insider Trade Summary
11 transactions reported
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11 txns
Insider
Esch Kevin
Role
Executive Vice President
| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
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| holding | Restricted Stock Unit | -- | -- | -- |
| holding | Restricted Stock Unit | -- | -- | -- |
| holding | Restricted Stock Unit | -- | -- | -- |
| holding | Restricted Stock Unit | -- | -- | -- |
| holding | Stock Option | -- | -- | -- |
| holding | Stock Option | -- | -- | -- |
| holding | Stock Option | -- | -- | -- |
| holding | Stock Option | -- | -- | -- |
| holding | Phantom Stock Unit | -- | -- | -- |
| holding | Common Stock | -- | -- | -- |
| holding | Common Stock | -- | -- | -- |
Holdings After Transaction:
Restricted Stock Unit — 772.251 shares (Direct);
Stock Option — 1,181 shares (Direct);
Phantom Stock Unit — 176.396 shares (Direct);
Common Stock — 267 shares (Direct);
Common Stock — 122.932 shares (Indirect, 401(k))
Footnotes (1)
- Represents the common stock equivalents held in the Zoetis Inc. Savings Plan, a 401(k) plan, as of December 31, 2025. Represents restricted stock units granted pursuant to the Zoetis Inc. Amended and Restated 2013 Equity and Incentive Plan, and dividend equivalent units automatically issued thereon (each an "RSU" and collectively, "RSUs"). One-third of each RSU will vest and be settled in shares of Zoetis Inc. common stock on the first, second and third anniversaries of the date of grant, April 30, 2025; subject to the reporting person's continued service through such vesting date and subject to earlier vesting and settlement upon certain specific events. Not applicable. Each RSU represents a contingent right to receive one share of Zoetis Inc. common stock. One-third of each RSU will vest and be settled in shares of Zoetis Inc. common stock on the first, second and third anniversaries of the date of grant, February 19, 2025; subject to the reporting person's continued service through such vesting date and subject to earlier vesting and settlement upon certain specific events. One-third of each RSU vests and is settled in shares of Zoetis Inc. common stock on the first, second and third anniversaries of the date of grant, February 6, 2024; subject to the reporting person's continued service through such vesting date and subject to earlier vesting and settlement upon certain specific events. One-third of each RSU vests and is settled in shares of Zoetis Inc. common stock on the first, second and third anniversaries of the date of grant, February 8, 2023; subject to the reporting person's continued service through such vesting date and subject to earlier vesting and settlement upon certain specific events Stock options (right to buy Zoetis Inc. common stock) granted pursuant to the Zoetis Inc. Amended and Restated 2013 Equity and Incentive Plan. One-third of each option will vest on the first, second and third anniversaries of the date of grant, February 19, 2025. Each option expires on the tenth anniversary of the date of grant. One-third of each option vests on the first, second and third anniversaries of the date of grant, February 6, 2024. One-third of each option vests on the first, second and third anniversaries of the date of grant, February 8, 2023. Stock options (right to buy Zoetis Inc. common stock) granted pursuant to the Zoetis Inc. 2013 Equity and Incentive Plan. Each option vests on the third anniversary of the date of grant, February 8, 2022. These phantom stock units, which were acquired pursuant to the Zoetis Supplemental Savings Plan, are settled in cash following the reporting person's separation from service and may be transferred by the reporting person into an alternative investment fund at any time, provided Zoetis may limit the timing, frequency and permissibility of transfers from one investment fund to another at any time. Each phantom stock unit represents a fraction of a phantom share of Zoetis common stock, plus a small amount of cash-equivalent investments (the cash-equivalent investments typically represent around 5% of the total value of the phantom stock unit). Accordingly, the value of each phantom stock unit is determined by reference to the market value of Zoetis common stock and the value of the cash-equivalent investments.
FAQ
What does the Zoetis (ZTS) insider filing for Kevin Esch show?
The filing shows that Executive Vice President Kevin Esch has reported his beneficial ownership in Zoetis Inc., including common stock, restricted stock units, stock options and phantom stock units as of the stated dates.
What restricted stock units (RSUs) are reported for Zoetis EVP Kevin Esch?
He reports RSU holdings of 772.2513, 306.1133, 86.8836 and 50.5137 units, each representing a contingent right to receive one share of Zoetis common stock, generally vesting one-third per year over three years from grant dates in 2023–2025 subject to continued service and certain events.
What stock options does Kevin Esch hold in Zoetis (ZTS)?
He holds stock options on 1,181, 490, 545 and 391 Zoetis common shares with exercise prices of $156.64, $196.14, $162.07 and $201.3, which generally vest over three years from grant and expire on the tenth anniversary of each grant date.
What are the phantom stock units reported for Zoetis EVP Kevin Esch?
He holds 176.3958 phantom stock units acquired under the Zoetis Supplemental Savings Plan. These are settled in cash after separation from service, with value based on Zoetis common stock plus a small cash-equivalent component typically around 5% of the unit’s total value.
Does this Zoetis insider filing indicate any recent stock purchases or sales?
The disclosure lists holdings and award balances for common stock, RSUs, options and phantom stock units as of the specified dates. It does not report any specific purchase or sale transactions.