Summary
Becton Dickinson & Co. (BDX) has officially appointed Vitor Roque as its Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective May 7, 2026. This formalizes his role following his interim appointment as CFO in December 2025. The company has also outlined Mr. Roque's compensation package, which includes a base salary of $770,000, an annual target bonus of 95% of his base salary, and an annual target equity compensation value of $3,000,000. These figures are pro-rated for the current fiscal year. Additionally, Mr. Roque will receive a one-time cash payment of $250,000 and a $250,000 time-vested equity award in recognition of his service as interim CFO. This appointment and compensation structure provide clarity on the leadership of BDX's financial operations moving forward. Investors can note that Mr. Roque's terms are aligned with those of other senior executives, including a two-year severance agreement following a change of control. There are no disclosed related-party transactions or unusual arrangements regarding his appointment. The company also furnished a press release announcing this development.
Key Highlights
- 1Vitor Roque appointed as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective May 7, 2026.
- 2Annual base salary for Mr. Roque set at $770,000.
- 3Annual target bonus set at 95% of base salary, pro-rated for fiscal year ending September 30, 2026.
- 4Annual equity compensation award target value of $3,000,000.
- 5One-time cash payment of $250,000 and $250,000 in time-vested equity awarded to Mr. Roque for interim CFO service.
- 6Mr. Roque's compensation and employment terms are standard for executive officers, including a two-year change-of-control severance agreement.
- 7No reportable related-party transactions or disqualifying arrangements concerning Mr. Roque's appointment.