Synaptics (NASDAQ: SYNA) SVP gets new grants, 15,954 shares withheld for taxes
Synaptics (SYNA) reported that SVP Satish Ganesan received 15,267 restricted stock units and 30,643 performance and market stock units on August 17, 2026. The RSUs vest over three years, starting August 17, 2026. Additionally, 15,954 shares were withheld for taxes at $110.58 per share. This reflects standard equity compensation and tax withholding practices.
How this was made
The 30-second read
Why it matters
The grant adds to insider's stake but does not alter the current share count; market reaction is expected to be muted.
Market read
Limited relevance; primarily of interest to shareholders tracking insider compensation.
What to watch
Future vesting schedule may affect insider's incentives; tax withholding price suggests current share price level.
Background
Synaptics filed a Form 4 reporting equity awards to its senior vice president, a routine insider compensation disclosure.
Ticker impact
Form 4 disclosed on Aug 17, 2026 that SVP Satish Ganesan received 15,267 RSUs, 30,643 performance/market units and 15,954 shares were withheld for tax at $110.58 each.
Minimal short‑term impact; potential slight upside as compensation aligns insider interests with shareholders.
The filing is a primary source (SEC Form 4) and provides new quantitative details, but the grant size is modest relative to market cap, limiting price effect.
Market effects
None; compensation news is company‑specific.
None; no broader regional effect.
Low; limited to Synaptics investors.
Counterpoint
The grant could be seen as a dilution risk if many similar awards are issued, potentially pressuring the stock.
Key entities
- ExecutiveSatish Ganesan
Senior Vice President of Synaptics receiving the awards.
