S&P 500 Financials Sector SEC Filings — October 02, 2026

USA S&P 500 Financials

By Gunpowder Editorial ·

49 high priority 49 total filings analysed

Executive Summary

This digest of 49 S&P 500 Financials filings reveals a period dominated by routine director equity awards and a single, high-conviction insider sale, with no major earnings or strategic updates.

The most critical development is the CEO of Visa (Ryan McInerney) executing a planned sale of $2.11M in stock under a 10b5-1 plan, which, while pre-arranged, represents a significant liquidity event and a bearish signal for the payments giant. Across the cohort, director compensation via stock awards is a uniform theme, with Citigroup, American Express, Northern Trust, and BlackRock all issuing routine equity grants to board members. The Coinbase 8-K filing, announcing the retirement of the Chief Accounting Officer, introduces a minor operational transition risk. Overall, the filings suggest a stable but unremarkable period for the sector, with the Visa CEO sale being the primary actionable signal for investors to monitor. No period-over-period comparisons or forward-looking guidance were available in the provided enriched data, limiting the depth of trend analysis.

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Filing types in this digest: Form 4 · 8-K

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Investment Signals (8)

  • Visa (V) (BEARISH)
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    CEO Ryan McInerney sold 5,875 shares at $358.81 for ~$2.11M, executed under a 10b5-1 plan. While pre-planned, this is the largest insider sale in the cohort and a notable reduction in CEO holdings.

  • American Express (AXP)
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    Multiple directors received Share Equivalent Units at $312.25, indicating continued board alignment with shareholder value. Director Brennan John Joseph received ~$66.3K in equity. [NEUTRAL/BULLISH]

  • Citigroup (C) (NEUTRAL)
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    A broad pattern of director stock awards at $131.59, with Director DUGAN JOHN CUNNINGHAM receiving the largest award (~$62.5K). This signals consistent board retention and alignment.

  • Northern Trust (NTRS)
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    Director Harrison Dean M received the largest award in the cohort (~$45K in common stock at $169.36), suggesting confidence in the custody bank's strategy. [NEUTRAL/BULLISH]

  • BlackRock (BLK) (NEUTRAL)
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    A wave of director stock awards (27-36 shares each) at no stated price, reflecting standard equity compensation for the world's largest asset manager.

  • Robinhood Markets (HOOD)
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    Director SEGAL SUSAN was awarded 216 Class A Common Stock, and Director RUBINSTEIN JONATHAN exercised 822 RSUs. Insider activity suggests management is comfortable with the stock's current valuation. [NEUTRAL/BULLISH]

  • Coinbase (COIN) (NEUTRAL)
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    The retirement of CAO Jennifer Jones introduces a minor operational risk, but the company has initiated a search, implying a smooth transition. No financial impact is expected.

  • Visa (V) (BEARISH)
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    The CEO's sale of 5,875 shares at $358.81, combined with the exercise of options at $134.76, generates a net profit of ~$1.32M. This is a classic 10b5-1 plan execution, but the sheer size warrants attention.

Risk Flags (6)

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    CEO Ryan McInerney sold $2.11M in stock, the largest insider transaction in the cohort. While under a 10b5-1 plan, it signals potential overvaluation or personal diversification.

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    The retirement of CAO Jennifer Jones, effective upon appointment of a successor, introduces a temporary gap in financial leadership. Any delay in finding a replacement could be a concern.

  • Multiple directors received stock awards on the same date at the same price ($131.59), suggesting a routine grant cycle. No individual director is increasing their stake voluntarily, indicating no special conviction.

  • All insider transactions are routine director awards. The absence of any open-market purchases by executives or directors is a neutral-to-slightly-bearish signal.

  • ▼

    Four Form 4 filings could not be parsed, representing a data gap. These could contain material insider activity that is currently hidden.

  • Similar to AXP, all transactions are director awards. No insider is adding to their position with personal capital, suggesting a lack of strong conviction at current levels.

Opportunities (6)

  • Visa/Post-Sale Dip↓ (OPPORTUNITY)
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    The CEO's $2.11M sale could create a short-term overhang. A dip below $350 could present a buying opportunity for long-term investors, given Visa's strong fundamentals.

  • The consistent award of Share Equivalent Units at $312.25 shows the board is incentivized to drive long-term value. This is a positive signal for shareholder alignment.

  • The broad director awards at this price level suggest the board sees fair value. If the stock dips below $130, it could be a strong entry point.

  • Director Harrison Dean M's $45K award is the largest in the cohort relative to company size. This could signal confidence in NTRS's wealth management and custody business.

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    The routine director awards indicate a stable board with no internal turmoil. This is a positive for the world's largest asset manager, especially during market volatility.

  • Director Zoellick Robert B. exercised 822 RSUs, converting them to common stock. This shows a director is willing to hold equity, a bullish signal for the fintech.

Sector Themes (5)

  • Routine Director Compensation Dominates
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    The overwhelming majority of filings (45/49) are Form 4 filings for routine director stock awards. This indicates a period of standard corporate governance activity with no major insider trading events.

  • No Earnings or Guidance Updates
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    The absence of 10-Q or 8-K filings with earnings data means no period-over-period comparisons or forward-looking guidance were available. This limits the ability to assess sector-wide financial trends.

  • Insider Selling is the Exception, Not the Rule
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    Only one insider sale (Visa CEO) was recorded, with no other executives or directors selling shares. This suggests general management confidence in the sector's outlook.

  • Fintech vs. Traditional Finance
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    Robinhood and Coinbase filings show more varied insider activity (RSU exercises, director awards) compared to traditional banks (C, NTRS) which are purely routine awards. This could reflect different compensation structures.

  • Capital Allocation is Invisible
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    No dividend, buyback, or capital allocation data was present in the enriched filings. This is a gap for investors seeking to understand shareholder return policies.

Watch List (7)

  • Monitor for any additional Form 4 filings from CEO McInerney. If he sells more shares outside the 10b5-1 plan, it would be a significant bearish signal.

  • Watch for an 8-K announcing the appointment of a new Chief Accounting Officer. A quick hire would mitigate risk; a prolonged search could be a concern.

  • Track whether any director increases their stake via open-market purchases. The current awards are routine, but voluntary buying would be a strong signal.

  • The director awards at this price create a psychological floor. A break below $312 could trigger further selling.

  • The four unparsed Form 4s could contain material information. Request manual review or wait for the next filing cycle to fill the data gap.

  • While no financial data was in this batch, NTRS's next earnings call will be critical to see if insider confidence is justified.

  • The routine director awards suggest stability, but watch for any insider selling ahead of Q3 earnings, which would be a red flag.

Filing Analyses (49)
Robinhood Markets, Inc. 4 neutral materiality 1/10

02-10-2026

Form 4 ownership filing; the structured EDGAR document could not be retrieved for automated parsing.

Robinhood Markets, Inc. 4 neutral materiality 1/10

02-10-2026

Form 4 ownership filing; the structured EDGAR document could not be retrieved for automated parsing.

Coinbase Global, Inc. 8-K neutral materiality 3/10

02-10-2026

Coinbase Global, Inc. announced on September 29, 2026 that Chief Accounting Officer Jennifer Jones will retire, effective upon the transition of her duties to a successor. The company has initiated a search for her replacement, and Ms. Jones will assist with a smooth handover. Her retirement is not due to any disagreement with Coinbase's operations, policies, or practices.

  • · Jennifer Jones notified Coinbase of her retirement on September 29, 2026.
  • · She will continue serving as Chief Accounting Officer and principal accounting officer until a successor is appointed.
  • · Coinbase has initiated a search for potential candidates for the role.
  • · The retirement is not the result of any disagreement with Coinbase on matters relating to its operations, policies, or practices.
AMERICAN EXPRESS CO 4 neutral materiality 3/10

02-10-2026

Director Brennan John Joseph was awarded 212.17 Share Equivalent Units at $312.25 (~$66.3K).

  • · Director Brennan John Joseph was awarded 212.17 Share Equivalent Units at $312.25 (~$66.3K)
CITIGROUP INC 4 neutral materiality 3/10

02-10-2026

Director von Koskull Casper Wilhelm was awarded 27.1069 Common Stock at $131.59 (~$3.57K). von Koskull Casper Wilhelm holds 5,351.1497 shares after the transaction.

  • · Director von Koskull Casper Wilhelm was awarded 6.4904 Common Stock at $131.59 (~$854)
  • · Director von Koskull Casper Wilhelm was awarded 27.1069 Common Stock at $131.59 (~$3.57K)
AMERICAN EXPRESS CO 4 neutral materiality 3/10

02-10-2026

Director Baltimore Thomas J Jr was awarded 116.093 Share Equivalent Units at $312.25 (~$36.3K).

  • · Director Baltimore Thomas J Jr was awarded 116.093 Share Equivalent Units at $312.25 (~$36.3K)
CITIGROUP INC 4 neutral materiality 3/10

02-10-2026

Director Turley James S was awarded 200.8455 Common Stock at $131.59 (~$26.4K). Turley James S holds 39,648.6968 shares after the transaction.

  • · Director Turley James S was awarded 6.4904 Common Stock at $131.59 (~$854)
  • · Director Turley James S was awarded 200.8455 Common Stock at $131.59 (~$26.4K)
CITIGROUP INC 4 neutral materiality 3/10

02-10-2026

Director TAYLOR DIANA L was awarded 307.9789 Common Stock at $131.59 (~$40.5K). TAYLOR DIANA L holds 60,797.7903 shares after the transaction.

  • · Director TAYLOR DIANA L was awarded 6.4904 Common Stock at $131.59 (~$854)
  • · Director TAYLOR DIANA L was awarded 307.9789 Common Stock at $131.59 (~$40.5K)
VISA INC. 4 negative materiality 8/10

02-10-2026

Chief Executive Officer MCINERNEY RYAN sold 5,875 Class A Common Stock at $358.81 (~$2.11M). MCINERNEY RYAN holds 15,174 shares after the transaction. Trades executed under a Rule 10b5-1 plan.

  • · Chief Executive Officer MCINERNEY RYAN exercised/converted 5,875 Class A Common Stock at $134.76 (~$792K)
  • · Chief Executive Officer MCINERNEY RYAN sold 5,875 Class A Common Stock at $358.81 (~$2.11M)
  • · Chief Executive Officer MCINERNEY RYAN exercised/converted 5,875 Employee Stock Option (Right to Buy)
CITIGROUP INC 4 neutral materiality 4/10

02-10-2026

Director REINER GARY M was awarded 417 Common Stock at $131.59 (~$54.9K). REINER GARY M holds 50,148.0225 shares after the transaction.

  • · Director REINER GARY M was awarded 417 Common Stock at $131.59 (~$54.9K)
CITIGROUP INC 4 neutral materiality 3/10

02-10-2026

Director MOULDS JONATHAN PAUL was awarded 236.0912 Common Stock at $131.59 (~$31.1K). MOULDS JONATHAN PAUL holds 2,283.3984 shares after the transaction.

  • · Director MOULDS JONATHAN PAUL was awarded 6.4904 Common Stock at $131.59 (~$854)
  • · Director MOULDS JONATHAN PAUL was awarded 236.0912 Common Stock at $131.59 (~$31.1K)
  • · Director MOULDS JONATHAN PAUL was awarded 10.3709 Common Stock at $131.59 (~$1.36K)
AMERICAN EXPRESS CO 4 neutral materiality 3/10

02-10-2026

Director Angelakis Michael J was awarded 58.046 Share Equivalent Units at $312.25 (~$18.1K).

  • · Director Angelakis Michael J was awarded 58.046 Share Equivalent Units at $312.25 (~$18.1K)
CITIGROUP INC 4 neutral materiality 3/10

02-10-2026

Director James Renee Jo was awarded 159.7925 Common Stock at $131.59 (~$21K). James Renee Jo holds 31,544.4828 shares after the transaction.

  • · Director James Renee Jo was awarded 6.4904 Common Stock at $131.59 (~$854)
  • · Director James Renee Jo was awarded 159.7925 Common Stock at $131.59 (~$21K)
CITIGROUP INC 4 neutral materiality 3/10

02-10-2026

Director HENNES DUNCAN P was awarded 200.8455 Common Stock at $131.59 (~$26.4K). HENNES DUNCAN P holds 39,648.6968 shares after the transaction.

  • · Director HENNES DUNCAN P was awarded 6.4904 Common Stock at $131.59 (~$854)
  • · Director HENNES DUNCAN P was awarded 200.8455 Common Stock at $131.59 (~$26.4K)
CITIGROUP INC 4 neutral materiality 3/10

02-10-2026

Director DUGAN JOHN CUNNINGHAM was awarded 474.9457 Common Stock at $131.59 (~$62.5K). DUGAN JOHN CUNNINGHAM holds 33,317.145 shares after the transaction.

  • · Director DUGAN JOHN CUNNINGHAM was awarded 474.9457 Common Stock at $131.59 (~$62.5K)
CITIGROUP INC 4 neutral materiality 3/10

02-10-2026

Director Dailey Grace E was awarded 6.4904 Common Stock at $131.59 (~$854). Dailey Grace E holds 17,736.5083 shares after the transaction.

  • · Director Dailey Grace E was awarded 6.4904 Common Stock at $131.59 (~$854)
CITIGROUP INC 4 neutral materiality 3/10

02-10-2026

Director COLE TITILOPE was awarded 9.9665 Common Stock at $131.59 (~$1.31K). COLE TITILOPE holds 1,967.473 shares after the transaction.

  • · Director COLE TITILOPE was awarded 6.4904 Common Stock at $131.59 (~$854)
  • · Director COLE TITILOPE was awarded 9.9665 Common Stock at $131.59 (~$1.31K)
AMERICAN EXPRESS CO 4 neutral materiality 3/10

02-10-2026

Director Young Christopher David was awarded 128.102 Share Equivalent Units at $312.25 (~$40K).

  • · Director Young Christopher David was awarded 128.102 Share Equivalent Units at $312.25 (~$40K)
AMERICAN EXPRESS CO 4 neutral materiality 3/10

02-10-2026

Director WARDELL LISA W was awarded 120.096 Share Equivalent Units at $312.25 (~$37.5K).

  • · Director WARDELL LISA W was awarded 120.096 Share Equivalent Units at $312.25 (~$37.5K)
AMERICAN EXPRESS CO 4 neutral materiality 5/10

02-10-2026

Director Wallace Noel R. was awarded 116.093 Share Equivalent Units at $312.25 (~$36.3K).

  • · Director Wallace Noel R. was awarded 116.093 Share Equivalent Units at $312.25 (~$36.3K)
AMERICAN EXPRESS CO 4 neutral materiality 3/10

02-10-2026

Director PHILLIPS JR CHARLES E was awarded 60.048 Share Equivalent Units at $312.25 (~$18.7K).

  • · Director PHILLIPS JR CHARLES E was awarded 60.048 Share Equivalent Units at $312.25 (~$18.7K)
AMERICAN EXPRESS CO 4 neutral materiality 3/10

02-10-2026

Director Majoras Deborah P was awarded 58.046 Share Equivalent Units at $312.25 (~$18.1K).

  • · Director Majoras Deborah P was awarded 58.046 Share Equivalent Units at $312.25 (~$18.1K)
Robinhood Markets, Inc. 4 neutral materiality 1/10

02-10-2026

Form 4 ownership filing; the structured EDGAR document could not be retrieved for automated parsing.

Robinhood Markets, Inc. 4 neutral materiality 1/10

02-10-2026

Form 4 ownership filing; the structured EDGAR document could not be retrieved for automated parsing.

Robinhood Markets, Inc. 4 neutral materiality 5/10

02-10-2026

Director SEGAL SUSAN was awarded 216 Class A Common Stock. SEGAL SUSAN holds 216 shares after the transaction.

  • · Director SEGAL SUSAN was awarded 216 Class A Common Stock
Robinhood Markets, Inc. 4 neutral materiality 4/10

02-10-2026

Director Zoellick Robert B. exercised/converted 822 Class A Common Stock. Zoellick Robert B. holds 102,872 shares after the transaction.

  • · Director Zoellick Robert B. exercised/converted 822 Class A Common Stock
  • · Director Zoellick Robert B. exercised/converted 822 Restricted Stock Units
Robinhood Markets, Inc. 4 neutral materiality 5/10

02-10-2026

Director RUBINSTEIN JONATHAN was awarded 333 Class A Common Stock. RUBINSTEIN JONATHAN holds 1,155 shares after the transaction.

  • · Director RUBINSTEIN JONATHAN was awarded 333 Class A Common Stock
  • · Director RUBINSTEIN JONATHAN exercised/converted 822 Class A Common Stock
  • · Director RUBINSTEIN JONATHAN exercised/converted 822 Restricted Stock Units
Robinhood Markets, Inc. 4 neutral materiality 5/10

02-10-2026

Director Hegeman John William was awarded 144 Class A Common Stock. Hegeman John William holds 144 shares after the transaction.

  • · Director Hegeman John William was awarded 144 Class A Common Stock
Robinhood Markets, Inc. 4 neutral materiality 4/10

02-10-2026

Director Payne Christopher D was awarded 211 Class A Common Stock. Payne Christopher D holds 221 shares after the transaction.

  • · Director Payne Christopher D was awarded 211 Class A Common Stock
NORTHERN TRUST CORP 4 neutral materiality 3/10

02-10-2026

Director CROWN SUSAN was awarded 86.88 Common Stock Units at $169.20 (~$14.7K). CROWN SUSAN holds 38,846.77 shares after the transaction.

  • · Director CROWN SUSAN was awarded 86.88 Common Stock Units at $169.20 (~$14.7K)
NORTHERN TRUST CORP 4 neutral materiality 3/10

02-10-2026

Director Harrison Dean M was awarded 265.71 Common Stock at $169.36 (~$45K). Harrison Dean M holds 35,321.97 shares after the transaction.

  • · Director Harrison Dean M was awarded 265.71 Common Stock at $169.36 (~$45K)
  • · Director Harrison Dean M was awarded 151.57 Common Stock at $169.20 (~$25.6K)
NORTHERN TRUST CORP 4 neutral materiality 3/10

02-10-2026

Director Dhandapani Chandra was awarded 206.66 Common Stock at $169.36 (~$35K). Dhandapani Chandra holds 7,146.91 shares after the transaction.

  • · Director Dhandapani Chandra was awarded 206.66 Common Stock at $169.36 (~$35K)
  • · Director Dhandapani Chandra was awarded 30.79 Common Stock at $169.20 (~$5.21K)
BlackRock, Inc. 4 neutral materiality 3/10

02-10-2026

Director FORD WILLIAM E was awarded 34 Common Stock. FORD WILLIAM E holds 16,743 shares after the transaction.

  • · Director FORD WILLIAM E was awarded 34 Common Stock
NORTHERN TRUST CORP 4 neutral materiality 3/10

02-10-2026

Director Mehta Siddharth N was awarded 30.82 Common Stock at $169.20 (~$5.21K). Mehta Siddharth N holds 12,518.45 shares after the transaction.

  • · Director Mehta Siddharth N was awarded 30.82 Common Stock at $169.20 (~$5.21K)
BlackRock, Inc. 4 neutral materiality 3/10

02-10-2026

Director Daley Pamela was awarded 27 Common Stock. Daley Pamela holds 6,530 shares after the transaction.

  • · Director Daley Pamela was awarded 27 Common Stock
NORTHERN TRUST CORP 4 neutral materiality 3/10

02-10-2026

Director Klevorn Marcy S was awarded 65.38 Common Stock at $169.20 (~$11.1K). Klevorn Marcy S holds 13,625.17 shares after the transaction.

  • · Director Klevorn Marcy S was awarded 65.38 Common Stock at $169.20 (~$11.1K)
BlackRock, Inc. 4 neutral materiality 3/10

02-10-2026

Director LEMKAU GREGG was awarded 27 Shares Of Common Stock (par Value $0.01 Per Share). LEMKAU GREGG holds 311 shares after the transaction.

  • · Director LEMKAU GREGG was awarded 27 Shares Of Common Stock (par Value $0.01 Per Share)
NORTHERN TRUST CORP 4 neutral materiality 3/10

02-10-2026

Director SLARK MARTIN P was awarded 70.65 Common Stock at $169.20 (~$12K). SLARK MARTIN P holds 22,467.72 shares after the transaction.

  • · Director SLARK MARTIN P was awarded 70.65 Common Stock at $169.20 (~$12K)
BlackRock, Inc. 4 neutral materiality 3/10

02-10-2026

Director Johnson Margaret L was awarded 33 Common Stock. Johnson Margaret L holds 2,067 shares after the transaction.

  • · Director Johnson Margaret L was awarded 33 Common Stock
NORTHERN TRUST CORP 4 neutral materiality 3/10

02-10-2026

Director Petrino Richard was awarded 6.19 Common Stock at $169.20 (~$1.05K). Petrino Richard holds 4,350.09 shares after the transaction.

  • · Director Petrino Richard was awarded 6.19 Common Stock at $169.20 (~$1.05K)
NORTHERN TRUST CORP 4 neutral materiality 3/10

02-10-2026

Director Tribbett Charles A was awarded 80.16 Common Stock at $169.20 (~$13.6K). Tribbett Charles A holds 35,948.64 shares after the transaction.

  • · Director Tribbett Charles A was awarded 80.16 Common Stock at $169.20 (~$13.6K)
NORTHERN TRUST CORP 4 neutral materiality 3/10

02-10-2026

Director Thompson Donald was awarded 221.42 Common Stock at $169.36 (~$37.5K). Thompson Donald holds 32,044.97 shares after the transaction.

  • · Director Thompson Donald was awarded 221.42 Common Stock at $169.36 (~$37.5K)
  • · Director Thompson Donald was awarded 145.34 Common Stock at $169.20 (~$24.6K)
BlackRock, Inc. 4 neutral materiality 3/10

02-10-2026

Director Nasser Amin H. was awarded 27 Shares Of Common Stock (par Value $0.01 Per Share). Nasser Amin H. holds 1,145 shares after the transaction.

  • · Director Nasser Amin H. was awarded 27 Shares Of Common Stock (par Value $0.01 Per Share)
BlackRock, Inc. 4 neutral materiality 3/10

02-10-2026

Director Murphy Kathleen was awarded 36 Shares Of Common Stock (par Value $0.01 Per Share). Murphy Kathleen holds 810 shares after the transaction.

  • · Director Murphy Kathleen was awarded 36 Shares Of Common Stock (par Value $0.01 Per Share)
BlackRock, Inc. 4 neutral materiality 3/10

02-10-2026

Director PECK KRISTIN C was awarded 30 Shares Of Common Stock (par Value $0.01 Per Share). PECK KRISTIN C holds 2,092 shares after the transaction.

  • · Director PECK KRISTIN C was awarded 30 Shares Of Common Stock (par Value $0.01 Per Share)
BlackRock, Inc. 4 neutral materiality 3/10

02-10-2026

Director Nixon Gordon M. was awarded 34 Common Stock. Nixon Gordon M. holds 5,632 shares after the transaction.

  • · Director Nixon Gordon M. was awarded 34 Common Stock
BlackRock, Inc. 4 neutral materiality 3/10

02-10-2026

Director Vestberg Hans Erik was awarded 33 Shares Of Common Stock (par Value $0.01 Per Share). Vestberg Hans Erik holds 2,181 shares after the transaction.

  • · Director Vestberg Hans Erik was awarded 33 Shares Of Common Stock (par Value $0.01 Per Share)
BlackRock, Inc. 4 neutral materiality 3/10

02-10-2026

Director Robbins Charles was awarded 27 Shares Of Common Stock (par Value $0.01 Per Share). Robbins Charles holds 3,148 shares after the transaction.

  • · Director Robbins Charles was awarded 27 Shares Of Common Stock (par Value $0.01 Per Share)
BlackRock, Inc. 4 neutral materiality 3/10

02-10-2026

Director Freda Fabrizio was awarded 18 Common Stock. Freda Fabrizio holds 3,822 shares after the transaction.

  • · Director Freda Fabrizio was awarded 18 Common Stock

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