BOW 8-K: Acquisition

Filed with the SEC on · accession 0001628280-26-073860

BOW filed a 8-K (current report) with the SEC on Nov 13, 2026. Bowhead Specialty Holdings stockholders approved the company's merger with American Family Mutual Insurance Company, S.I. at a special meeting. The stock moved +0.4% by the first close after the filing.

Summary of the filing

Bowhead Specialty Holdings stockholders approved the company's merger with American Family Mutual Insurance Company, S.I. at a special meeting. Separately, CFO and Treasurer Brad Mulcahey announced his intention to depart in April 2027.

Key details

Target companyBowhead Specialty Holdings Inc.
Acquirer (parent)American Family Mutual Insurance Company, S.I.
Merger subsidiaryTrident Superior Inc.
Chief financial officer and treasurerBrad Mulcahey
General counsel and secretaryH. Matthew Crusey

How BOW stock reacted

Close before

$34.03

Nov 12, 2026

First close after

+0.35%

$34.15

5 trading days

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Since filing

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Frequently asked questions

What did BOW file with the SEC on Nov 13, 2026?

BOW filed a 8-K (Acquisition). Bowhead Specialty Holdings stockholders approved the company's merger with American Family Mutual Insurance Company, S.I. at a special meeting. Separately, CFO and Treasurer Brad Mulcahey announced his intention to depart in April 2027.

What does a acquisition mean for BOW stock?

A contract important enough that investors need to know about it — a big customer contract, a loan, a merger agreement or a partnership.

How do I read a 8-K?

A report of a major event, filed within four business days: results, deals, leadership changes, bankruptcy and more. The "Item" number tells you the topic (e.g. 2.02 results, 5.02 executive change, 1.01 new agreement, 1.03 bankruptcy). Exhibits (99.1 press release) usually hold the details.

Why are SEC filings important?

Public companies must tell the SEC about anything that can change their value — results, leadership changes, big deals, new shares, bankruptcy. Filings are the official source, often before the news. A 8-K (current report): A report of a major event, filed within four business days: results, deals, leadership changes, bankruptcy and more.

How did BOW stock react to this filing?

BOW closed at $34.03 before the filing and $34.15 on Nov 13, 2026 (+0.35%).

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