Mercer International (MERC) grants 12,967 RSUs to senior executive
Filing Impact
Filing Sentiment
Form Type
4
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
BECK WOLFGANG reported acquisition or exercise transactions in this Form 4 filing.
Mercer International Inc. reported that Senior VP Global Wood Sourcing Wolfgang Beck received a grant of 12,967 restricted stock units (RSUs) on June 4, 2026. Each RSU represents a contingent right to one share of Mercer common stock, or the cash value, at the company’s election.
The RSUs vest on January 1, 2029, subject to Beck’s continued service with Mercer. Following this grant, he holds 12,967 RSUs directly, with each RSU linked to an equivalent number of underlying common shares.
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Insider Trade Summary
1 transaction reported
Mixed
1 txn
Insider
BECK WOLFGANG
Role
Senior VP Global Wood Sourcing
| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grant/Award | Restricted Stock Units | 12,967 | $0.00 | -- |
Holdings After Transaction:
Restricted Stock Units — 12,967 shares (Direct, null)
Footnotes (1)
- Each restricted stock unit represents a contingent right to receive one share of Mercer International Inc. ("Mercer") common stock, or, at the company's election, the cash value thereof. The restricted stock units vest on January 1, 2029 subject to the Reporting Person's continued service to Mercer. Not applicable.
Key Figures
RSUs granted: 12,967 units
Grant price: $0.00 per unit
Underlying shares: 12,967 shares
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5 metrics
RSUs granted
12,967 units
Restricted Stock Units granted June 4, 2026
Grant price
$0.00 per unit
Equity compensation grant, no purchase price
Underlying shares
12,967 shares
Common stock underlying the RSUs
Vesting date
January 1, 2029
RSUs vest subject to continued service
Holdings after grant
12,967 RSUs
Total restricted stock units held directly
Key Terms
Restricted Stock Units, contingent right, vest, continued service
4 terms
Restricted Stock Units financial
"Each restricted stock unit represents a contingent right to receive one share of Mercer International Inc. common stock"
Restricted stock units are a type of company reward where employees are promised shares of stock, but they only fully own these shares after meeting certain conditions, like staying with the company for a set time. They matter because they can become valuable assets and are often used to motivate employees to help the company succeed.
contingent right financial
"Each restricted stock unit represents a contingent right to receive one share of Mercer International Inc. common stock"
vest financial
"The restricted stock units vest on January 1, 2029 subject to the Reporting Person's continued service to Mercer"
A vest is the process by which an employee earns the right to receive certain benefits or ownership interests, such as stock or retirement funds, over time. It’s similar to earning a reward gradually, ensuring that the benefit becomes fully yours only after a set period or meeting specific conditions. This makes it important for investors because it determines when they can actually claim or use those benefits.
continued service financial
"The restricted stock units vest on January 1, 2029 subject to the Reporting Person's continued service to Mercer"
FAQ
What insider transaction did Mercer (MERC) report for Wolfgang Beck?
Mercer reported that Senior VP Global Wood Sourcing Wolfgang Beck received 12,967 restricted stock units. These RSUs are a form of equity-based compensation tied to Mercer common stock, granted at no purchase price under the company’s compensation arrangements.
How many Mercer restricted stock units did Wolfgang Beck receive?
Wolfgang Beck received 12,967 restricted stock units from Mercer International. Each unit is linked to one share of Mercer common stock, or its cash value, giving him equity-based exposure aligned with shareholders, subject to the stated vesting conditions.
When do Wolfgang Beck’s Mercer RSUs vest?
The 12,967 restricted stock units granted to Wolfgang Beck vest on January 1, 2029. Vesting is contingent on his continued service to Mercer International, meaning he must remain with the company through that date to receive the underlying value.
What does each Mercer restricted stock unit represent for Wolfgang Beck?
Each restricted stock unit represents a contingent right to receive one share of Mercer common stock, or the cash value instead, at Mercer’s election. This structure allows the company flexibility in settling the award while still aligning executive incentives with shareholder interests.
What is Wolfgang Beck’s Mercer RSU holding after this Form 4 transaction?
After this transaction, Wolfgang Beck holds 12,967 restricted stock units directly. This position reflects the full amount of the new grant, indicating all reported RSUs in this filing were acquired through this single compensation-related award on June 4, 2026.