Ladder Capital's Asset Management Head Sells 35,000 Shares — What's Really at Stake?

Seena Hassouna, The Motley Fool

Sat, July 4, 2026 at 8:08 AM PDT 4 min read

On May 29 and June 2, 2026, Robert Perelman, Head of Asset Management at Ladder Capital Corp (NYSE:LADR), reported the open-market sale of 35,000 shares of Common Stock, according to a SEC Form 4 filing.

Transaction summary

Transaction value based on SEC Form 4 weighted average purchase price ($10.25); post-transaction value based on trade-date close price.

Key questions

• What proportion of Perelman's direct Common Stock holdings was sold in this transaction?
  This transaction accounted for 7.55% of Perelman's direct Common Stock position, reducing his direct holdings from 463,684 to 428,684 shares.

• Were any indirect holdings or derivative securities involved in the sale?
  No; all shares sold were held directly, with no involvement from trusts, LLCs, or derivative securities.

• How does the transaction size compare to Perelman's prior open-market sales?
  Over the past two years, Perelman executed two open-market sales totaling 60,000 shares; this transaction of 35,000 shares is his largest individual direct sale in that period, with the prior sale involving 25,000 shares.

• Does Perelman maintain a material ownership stake after this transaction?
  Yes; Perelman continues to hold 428,684 shares of Common Stock directly, supporting a continuing alignment with shareholders.

Company overview

* 1-year performance metrics are calculated using July 2nd, 2026 as the reference date.

Company snapshot

• LADR offers conduit and balance sheet first mortgage loans, invests in commercial mortgage-backed securities, and owns a portfolio of commercial and residential real estate assets.

• the company operates as a real estate investment trust (REIT), generating income from interest on loans, investment securities, and property rental and sales.

• Ladder Capital serves institutional investors, commercial real estate owners, and property developers seeking financing or investment solutions.

Ladder Capital Corp is a New York-based REIT specializing in commercial real estate finance and investment, with a diversified business model spanning loans, securities, and direct property ownership. The company leverages a focused team and deep market expertise to originate, acquire, and manage a range of mortgage and structured finance products. Its strategic emphasis on income-generating assets and disciplined risk management supports stable cash flows and an attractive dividend yield for shareholders.