NRG Energy EVP Caroline Golin Acquires Dividend Equivalent Rights

Executive Summary

On November 4, 2026, NRG Energy, Inc. ($NRG) filed a Form 4 detailing an acquisition by Caroline Golin, Executive Vice President and Chief Growth & Policy Officer. The transaction took place on November 2, 2026, and consisted of 34 shares of common stock acquired at $0.00 per share.

Transaction Details

• Transaction Code: 'A' (Grant, award, or other acquisition)
• Shares Acquired: 34 shares
• Price per Share: $0.00
• Total Transaction Value: $0.00
• Post-Transaction Beneficial Ownership: 7,001 shares directly held
• Notes: As detailed in Footnote 1, the transaction represents dividend equivalent rights accrued on previously awarded deferred stock units and/or restricted stock units. The total holding also includes an adjustment of 25 shares correcting the initial balance reported on Form 3 filed on August 13, 2026.

Market & Trading Significance

This filing carries Low trading significance. It represents a routine, non-discretionary accrual of dividend equivalent units rather than an open-market purchase or sale. It does not reflect discretionary insider sentiment.