FDA milestone vests shares for Travere Therapeutics (NASDAQ: TVTX) CRO
Filing Impact
Filing Sentiment
Form Type
4
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Travere Therapeutics Chief Research Officer William E. Rote reported receiving 14,000 shares of common stock as an equity award. The shares were acquired at no cost and are tied to performance restricted stock units granted on January 31, 2025.
According to the disclosure, these PSUs vested on April 13, 2026 after Travere confirmed that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved FILSPARI (sparsentan) for FSGS. Following this vesting and share issuance, Rote directly holds 123,087 shares of Travere Therapeutics common stock, reflecting both this award and his existing stake.
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Insider Trade Summary 10b5-1
1 transaction reported
Mixed
1 txn
Insider
ROTE WILLIAM E.
Role
Chief Research Officer
| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grant/Award | Common Stock | 14,000 | $0.00 | -- |
Holdings After Transaction:
Common Stock — 123,087 shares (Direct)
Footnotes (1)
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Key Figures
Shares awarded: 14,000 shares
Price per share: $0.00 per share
Shares held after: 123,087 shares
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6 metrics
Shares awarded
14,000 shares
Common stock received as PSU award on April 13, 2026
Price per share
$0.00 per share
Grant/award acquisition of common stock
Shares held after
123,087 shares
Direct ownership following the April 13, 2026 award
FDA approval trigger
FILSPARI approved in FSGS
PSUs vested upon FDA approval as confirmed by issuer
PSU grant date
January 31, 2025
Date performance restricted stock units were originally granted
PSU vesting date
April 13, 2026
Date PSUs vested and shares were delivered
Key Terms
performance restricted stock units (PSUs), U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), FILSPARI (sparsentan), FSGS, +1 more
5 terms
performance restricted stock units (PSUs) financial
"the reporting person was granted performance restricted stock units (PSUs) which PSUs vested"
U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulatory
"upon the Issuer's confirmation that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) had granted approval"
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is a government agency responsible for protecting public health by ensuring the safety and effectiveness of food, medicines, vaccines, and other health-related products. For investors, the FDA’s decisions can significantly impact companies in the healthcare and food industries, as approval or rejection of products can influence a company's success and stock performance.
FILSPARI (sparsentan) medical
"FDA had granted approval of FILSPARI (sparsentan) in FSGS"
FSGS medical
"FDA had granted approval of FILSPARI (sparsentan) in FSGS"
Focal segmental glomerulosclerosis (FSGS) is a kidney disease in which small sections of the organ’s filtering units become scarred, lowering their ability to remove waste and manage fluids. Investors care because drug candidates, diagnostics, or clinical trial results addressing FSGS can meaningfully affect a biotech or pharmaceutical company’s revenue prospects and regulatory outlook—like fixing a specific engine fault that can restore performance and change a vehicle’s value.
Form 4 regulatory
"INSIDER FILING DATA (Form 4):"
Form 4 is a official document that company insiders, such as executives or major shareholders, file with regulators whenever they buy or sell company shares. It provides transparency about how those with inside knowledge are trading, helping investors see if insiders are confident in the company's prospects or may be selling for personal reasons. This information can influence investor decisions by revealing insiders' perspectives on the company's value.
FAQ
What insider transaction did Travere Therapeutics (TVTX) report for William E. Rote?
Travere Therapeutics reported that Chief Research Officer William E. Rote acquired 14,000 shares of common stock as a performance-based equity award. The shares were issued at no cost upon vesting of previously granted PSUs, increasing his direct holdings to 123,087 shares.
What triggered the vesting of William E. Rote’s PSUs at Travere Therapeutics (TVTX)?
The PSUs vested when Travere confirmed that the FDA approved FILSPARI (sparsentan) in FSGS. These performance restricted stock units were originally granted on January 31, 2025 and vested on April 13, 2026 once this regulatory milestone was achieved.
What role does William E. Rote hold at Travere Therapeutics (TVTX) in this Form 4 filing?
In this Form 4, William E. Rote is identified as Chief Research Officer of Travere Therapeutics. The filing shows a performance-based stock award that increased his direct ownership to 123,087 common shares, aligning his compensation with a key regulatory milestone achievement.