Applied Optoelectronics (NASDAQ: AAOI) director donates 2,200 shares to a charity
Applied Optoelectronics (AAOI) director Richard B. Black donated 2,200 shares via his revocable trust to a charity. Post-transaction, the trust holds 159,092 shares indirectly, and Black holds 4,237 shares directly. No Rule 10b5-1 trading plan was reported.
How this was made
The 30-second read
Why it matters
The gift does not alter AAOI's share count or market dynamics but provides transparency on insider holdings.
Market read
Low relevance; the filing is a routine disclosure with minimal market impact.
What to watch
The director's remaining indirect holdings (159,092 shares) remain substantial, indicating continued stake.
Background
Form 4 filings disclose insider transactions; gifts are reported with zero proceeds and are publicly filed with the SEC.
Ticker impact
Director Richard B. Black disclosed a gift of 2,200 AAOI shares to a charity via his revocable trust.
Minimal to none; likely no price movement.
The transaction size is small relative to float and disclosed as a gift with zero proceeds.
Market effects
None; the disclosure is specific to AAOI and does not affect the broader optoelectronics sector.
None; the transaction is localized to the company.
None
Counterpoint
Even small insider gifts can signal confidence in the company's long‑term prospects.
Key entities
- DirectorRichard B. Black
AAOI director who gifted 2,200 shares.
