Zoetis (ZTS) director Louise Parent receives shares as RSUs and DSUs settle on retirement
Filing Impact
Filing Sentiment
Form Type
4
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Zoetis Inc. director Louise M. Parent acquired common stock through equity award settlements rather than market trades. On May 20, 2026, she received 10,186 shares upon vesting and settlement of deferred stock units and 1,944 shares upon vesting and settlement of restricted stock units, both in connection with her retirement from the Zoetis Board of Directors. These transactions reflect the conversion of fully vested DSUs and RSUs, with no open-market buying or selling reported and no remaining derivative units shown after settlement.
Positive
- None.
Negative
- None.
Insider Trade Summary
12,131.035 shares exercised/converted
Mixed
4 txns
Insider
PARENT LOUISE M
Role
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| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exercise | Restricted Stock Unit | 1,944.361 | $0.00 | -- |
| Exercise | Deferred Stock Unit | 10,186.674 | $0.00 | -- |
| Exercise | Common Stock | 1,944 | $0.00 | -- |
| Exercise | Common Stock | 10,186 | $0.00 | -- |
Holdings After Transaction:
Restricted Stock Unit — 0 shares (Direct, null);
Deferred Stock Unit — 0 shares (Direct, null);
Common Stock — 18,208 shares (Direct, null)
Footnotes (1)
- Acquisition of common stock upon vesting and settlement of restricted stock units (RSUs) in connection with Ms. Parent's retirement from the Zoetis Board of Directors. Acquisition of common stock upon vesting and settlement of deferred stock units (DSUs) in connection with Ms. Parent's retirement from the Zoetis Board of Directors. 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"). Each restricted stock unit represents a contingent right to receive one share of Zoetis Inc. common stock. Each RSU vests and is settled in shares of Zoetis Inc. common stock on the first anniversary of the date of grant, February 18, 2026, subject to the reporting person's continued service through such vesting date and subject to earlier vesting and settlement upon certain specific events, including retirement from the Board of Directors. Not applicable. Represents deferred stock units granted pursuant to the Zoetis Inc. 2013 Equity and Incentive Plan, and dividend equivalent units automatically issued thereon (each a "DSU" and collectively, "DSUs"). The DSUs were fully vested on the date of the grant and settled in shares of Zoetis Inc. common stock upon the reporting person's separation from service as a director at Zoetis. Each DSU represents the right to receive one share of Zoetis Inc. common stock. Each DSU is settled in shares of Zoetis Inc. common stock upon the reporting person's separation from service as a director of Zoetis Inc.
Key Figures
Common shares from DSUs: 10,186 shares
Common shares from RSUs: 1,944 shares
Total shares from exercises: 12,131.0346 shares
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Common shares from DSUs
10,186 shares
Acquisition of common stock upon DSU vesting and settlement
Common shares from RSUs
1,944 shares
Acquisition of common stock upon RSU vesting and settlement
Total shares from exercises
12,131.0346 shares
Exercise or conversion of equity awards on May 20, 2026
Shares held after one transaction line
28,394 shares
Total Zoetis common stock following one reported acquisition
Shares held after another line
18,208 shares
Total Zoetis common stock following another reported acquisition
Key Terms
restricted stock units (RSUs), deferred stock units (DSUs), dividend equivalent units, Equity and Incentive Plan
4 terms
restricted stock units (RSUs) financial
"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")."
Restricted stock units (RSUs) are a type of company promise to give employees shares of stock in the future, usually after certain conditions like working for a set time. They are like a gift promised today that you receive later, which can become valuable if the company's stock price goes up. RSUs matter because they are a way companies reward employees and can be a significant part of compensation.
deferred stock units (DSUs) financial
"Represents deferred stock units granted pursuant to the Zoetis Inc. 2013 Equity and Incentive Plan, and dividend equivalent units automatically issued thereon (each a "DSU" and collectively, "DSUs")."
Deferred stock units (DSUs) are a form of long-term pay that promises an employee or director future company shares or cash equal to the share value at a later date, usually after leaving the company or at a set vesting time. Think of them as a delayed paycheck tied to the stock: they align recipients’ interests with long-term share performance and matter to investors because they create potential future dilution and signal how management is rewarded and incentivized.
dividend equivalent units financial
"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..."
Dividend equivalent units are bookkeeping credits that mirror cash dividends paid on actual shares, granted to holders of stock-based awards such as restricted stock units or deferred compensation. They matter to investors because they increase a company’s reported employee compensation cost and can lead to issuance of more shares or cash payouts over time, similar to extra pay linked to ownership that affects shareholder dilution and corporate cash flow.
Equity and Incentive Plan financial
"Represents deferred stock units granted pursuant to the Zoetis Inc. 2013 Equity and Incentive Plan, and dividend equivalent units automatically issued thereon..."
FAQ
What did Zoetis (ZTS) director Louise M. Parent report in this Form 4?
Louise M. Parent reported acquiring Zoetis common stock through vesting and settlement of RSUs and DSUs. These equity awards converted into shares in connection with her retirement from the Zoetis Board of Directors, rather than through open-market purchases or sales.
Were Louise M. Parent’s Zoetis (ZTS) Form 4 transactions open-market trades?
No, the Form 4 shows no open-market buying or selling. All reported Zoetis transactions reflect the exercise and settlement of deferred stock units and restricted stock units into common shares as part of equity compensation tied to her Board service.
What are Zoetis (ZTS) RSUs and DSUs mentioned in Louise M. Parent’s filing?
RSUs and DSUs are equity awards that convert into Zoetis common stock. Each RSU or DSU represents the right to receive one share, with RSUs vesting on set dates and DSUs settling in shares when the director separates from service on the Zoetis Board.
Why did Louise M. Parent’s Zoetis (ZTS) equity awards settle on this date?
The footnotes state RSUs can vest early and DSUs settle upon separation from the Board. Her RSUs and DSUs converted into Zoetis common stock in connection with her retirement from the Zoetis Board of Directors on the reported transaction date.