Insider Confidence in a Growing Market
Chief Financial Officer Kenneth Mobeck’s latest filing shows he currently holds 56,610 shares of EDAP TMS SA, a stake that is largely protected by a 2025 Restricted Stock Unit plan. The RSUs are structured to vest over a four‑year horizon, with one‑sixth vesting each year and the remainder in two installments in 2027–28. This vesting schedule signals that Mobeck is positioned to stay invested in the company for the medium term, aligning his interests with the long‑term performance of EDAP’s high‑intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) business.
Active Options Portfolio and Future Upside
Beyond the RSUs, Mobeck holds multiple option grants spanning 2022‑2025. The options have a favorable exercise price relative to today’s market price of $4.05, and the vesting schedule is staggered over the next two to three years. If EDAP’s share price continues its recent 23% monthly rally, Mobeck’s options could deliver substantial upside once exercised. The presence of these derivative holdings, coupled with the sizeable share base, suggests that he believes the company’s valuation will rise as it expands its HIFU product pipeline into new therapeutic indications.
Company‑Wide Insider Activity Signals Confidence
The company’s insider activity is not limited to Mobeck. The most recent filing shows other executives—such as Chief Accounting Officer Francois Mattieu and former CFO Schulz Fran—maintaining sizable holdings. With 5,100 shares in Schulz’s case and 25,000 in Levine’s, insiders collectively hold a significant portion of the outstanding equity. This concentration of ownership typically signals confidence in the firm’s strategic direction, especially in a sector where product innovation and regulatory approval cycles are critical.
Investor Takeaway: A Positive Outlook With Caution
For investors, the insider activity paints a cautiously optimistic picture. The combination of RSU vesting, options, and consistent holdings by senior executives indicates a long‑term belief in EDAP’s growth trajectory, particularly as the company reports record revenues for its HIFU line and projects robust earnings for 2026. However, the company’s negative price‑earnings ratio (-4.79) and the fact that it is still in a growth phase mean that valuation could be volatile. Those considering exposure to EDAP should monitor the company’s ability to convert its product pipeline into sustained profitability while keeping an eye on the broader health‑care equipment market dynamics.
| Date | Owner | Transaction Type | Shares | Price per Share | Security |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | Mobeck Kenneth S. (Chief Financial Officer) | Holding | 56,610.00 | N/A | Common Stock |
| 2032-12-15 | Mobeck Kenneth S. (Chief Financial Officer) | Holding | N/A | N/A | Stock Options |
| 2034-01-18 | Mobeck Kenneth S. (Chief Financial Officer) | Holding | N/A | N/A | Stock Options |
| 2035-06-20 | Mobeck Kenneth S. (Chief Financial Officer) | Holding | N/A | N/A | Stock Options |
| N/A | Dietsch Francois Mattieu (Chief Accounting Officer) | Holding | 12,000.00 | N/A | Common Stock |
| 2026-04-26 | Dietsch Francois Mattieu (Chief Accounting Officer) | Holding | N/A | N/A | Stock Options |
| 2027-04-25 | Dietsch Francois Mattieu (Chief Accounting Officer) | Holding | N/A | N/A | Stock Options |
| 2028-08-29 | Dietsch Francois Mattieu (Chief Accounting Officer) | Holding | N/A | N/A | Stock Options |
| 2029-04-04 | Dietsch Francois Mattieu (Chief Accounting Officer) | Holding | N/A | N/A | Stock Options |
| 2031-06-11 | Dietsch Francois Mattieu (Chief Accounting Officer) | Holding | N/A | N/A | Stock Options |
| 2035-06-20 | Dietsch Francois Mattieu (Chief Accounting Officer) | Holding | N/A | N/A | Stock Options |




