Zoetis (NYSE: ZTS) EVP Esch gains stock from RSU vesting, disposes shares
Filing Impact
Filing Sentiment
Form Type
4
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Zoetis Inc. executive Kevin Esch reported routine equity compensation activity. On February 6 and 8, 2026, he acquired 43 and 50 shares of Zoetis common stock, respectively, through the vesting and settlement of restricted stock units.
On those same dates, he disposed of 15 and 18 shares of common stock at $127.42 per share. Following these transactions, he directly held 327 shares of Zoetis common stock and indirectly held 122.9323 common stock equivalents in the Zoetis Savings Plan, a 401(k) plan, as of December 31, 2025. He also reported outstanding restricted stock units covering 44, 307.4298 and 775.5724 shares of common stock, subject to multi‑year vesting schedules tied to continued service.
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Insider Trade Summary
93.988 shares exercised/converted
Mixed
9 txns
Insider
Esch Kevin
Role
Executive Vice President
| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exercise | Restricted Stock Unit | 50.731 | $0.00 | -- |
| Exercise | Common Stock | 50 | $0.00 | -- |
| Tax Withholding | Common Stock | 18 | $127.42 | $2K |
| Exercise | Restricted Stock Unit | 43.257 | $0.00 | -- |
| Exercise | Common Stock | 43 | $0.00 | -- |
| Tax Withholding | Common Stock | 15 | $127.42 | $2K |
| holding | Restricted Stock Unit | -- | -- | -- |
| holding | Restricted Stock Unit | -- | -- | -- |
| holding | Common Stock | -- | -- | -- |
Holdings After Transaction:
Restricted Stock Unit — 0 shares (Direct);
Common Stock — 345 shares (Direct);
Common Stock — 122.932 shares (Indirect, 401(k))
Footnotes (1)
- Acquisition of common stock upon vesting and settlement of restricted stock units (RSUs). Each RSU represents a right to receive one share of Zoetis Inc. common stock upon vesting of the RSU. 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"). Each RSU represents a contingent right to receive one share of Zoetis Inc. common stock. 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. Not applicable. 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. 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 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.
FAQ
What insider transactions did Zoetis (ZTS) executive Kevin Esch report?
Kevin Esch reported equity compensation-related transactions in Zoetis common stock. On February 6 and 8, 2026, he acquired 43 and 50 shares through restricted stock unit vesting and disposed of 15 and 18 shares at $127.42 per share, reflecting standard settlement activity.
What restricted stock unit (RSU) grants does Kevin Esch have at Zoetis (ZTS)?
Kevin Esch reported several RSU positions tied to Zoetis common stock. These include 44, 307.4298 and 775.5724 shares underlying RSUs. The units generally vest in one‑third installments on the first, second and third anniversaries of grant dates in 2023, 2024 and 2025, subject to continued service.
How do Kevin Esch’s Zoetis (ZTS) RSUs vest over time?
His restricted stock units typically vest in three equal annual installments. One‑third vests on each of the first, second and third anniversaries of the grant dates—February 8, 2023, February 6, 2024, February 19, 2025 and April 30, 2025—subject to continued service and certain specified events.
What is the role of the Zoetis Savings Plan in Kevin Esch’s holdings?
The Zoetis Savings Plan, a 401(k) plan, holds common stock equivalents for Kevin Esch. As of December 31, 2025, he reported 122.9323 Zoetis common stock equivalents in this plan, which are separate from his directly held shares and his outstanding restricted stock units.
What position does Kevin Esch hold at Zoetis (ZTS) according to the Form 4?
According to the Form 4, Kevin Esch serves as an officer of Zoetis with the title of Executive Vice President. He is not listed as a director or 10% owner, and the reported transactions reflect his equity compensation and related common stock activity.