[Form 4] MADRIGAL PHARMACEUTICALS, INC. Insider Trading Activity
Filing Impact
Filing Sentiment
Form Type
4
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Madrigal Pharmaceuticals President and CEO William John Sibold reported a mix of equity grants and a small share sale. On March 4, 2026, he received 18,743 stock options and 14,995 restricted stock units, both granted at $0.0000 per share and scheduled to vest in installments through 2030 subject to continued service.
On March 6, 2026, 1,663 shares of common stock were sold at an average price of $431.94 per share. According to the disclosure, this sale was executed by Madrigal Pharmaceuticals on Sibold’s behalf solely to cover tax withholding obligations tied to restricted stock unit vesting and was automatic rather than at his discretion. After these transactions, he directly held 161,829 shares of common stock and 18,743 stock options.
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Insider Trade Summary
Net Seller: 1,663 shares ($718,316)
Net Sell
3 txns
Insider
Sibold William John
Role
President and CEO
Sold
1,663 shs ($718K)
| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sale | Common Stock | 1,663 | $431.94 | $718K |
| Grant/Award | Stock Option (Right to Buy) | 18,743 | $0.00 | -- |
| Grant/Award | Common Stock | 14,995 | $0.00 | -- |
Holdings After Transaction:
Common Stock — 161,829 shares (Direct);
Stock Option (Right to Buy) — 18,743 shares (Direct)
Footnotes (1)
- Represents a grant of restricted stock units, which vest as to 25% of the shares on each of March 4, 2027, March 4, 2028, March 4, 2029 and March 4, 2030, provided the Reporting Person continues in service with the Issuer on each such date. This sale represents the number of shares sold by the Issuer on behalf of the Reporting Person to cover tax withholding obligations in connection with the vesting of restricted stock units. This sale was automatic and not at the discretion of the Reporting Person. The option vests as to 25% of the shares on the first anniversary of the date of grant (March 4, 2027) and, thereafter, 6.25% of the shares shall vest on the last day of each successive three-month period, provided the Reporting Person continues in service with the Issuer on each such date.
FAQ
What insider transactions did MDGL CEO William John Sibold report on this Form 4?
William John Sibold reported a grant of 18,743 stock options, a grant of 14,995 restricted stock units, and the sale of 1,663 common shares by Madrigal Pharmaceuticals to cover tax withholding obligations related to restricted stock unit vesting.
What equity awards did MDGL grant to CEO William John Sibold in March 2026?
On March 4, 2026, Madrigal Pharmaceuticals granted William John Sibold 18,743 stock options and 14,995 restricted stock units at $0.0000 per share. These awards vest over several years, subject to his continued service with the company on specified future vesting dates.
How do the new MDGL equity awards to the CEO vest over time?
The 14,995 restricted stock units vest in four equal 25% installments on March 4 of 2027, 2028, 2029, and 2030. The 18,743 stock options vest 25% on March 4, 2027, with 6.25% vesting at the end of each successive three-month period thereafter, contingent on continued service.