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CVLT 8-K: Cfo change

Filed with the SEC on · accession 0001169561-26-000041

CVLT filed a 8-K (current report) with the SEC on Nov 13, 2026. CFO Gary Merrill resigned effective November 30, 2026, to pursue an opportunity at another public company outside the industry; he will serve as an advisor through fiscal year-end March 31, 2027. The stock moved -3.7% by the first close after the filing.

Summary of the filing

CFO Gary Merrill resigned effective November 30, 2026, to pursue an opportunity at another public company outside the industry; he will serve as an advisor through fiscal year-end March 31, 2027. Chief Accounting Officer Danielle Abrahamsen was appointed Interim CFO effective December 1, 2026, while the company searches for a permanent CFO.

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Key details

Monthly cash compensation for Interim CFO Danielle Abrahamsen through March 31, 2027$20K
Total cash bonus for Interim CFO Danielle Abrahamsen for fiscal year ending March 31, 2027$400K
Aggregate target value of equity award (restricted stock units) for Interim CFO Danielle Abrahamsen$1.5M
RegistrantCommvault Systems, Inc.
Chief financial officerGary Merrill
Chief accounting officer; appointed interim chief financial officer and principal financial officerDanielle Abrahamsen
Senior vice president, financeStan Zlotsky
Chief trust officerDanielle Sheer

How CVLT stock reacted

Close before

$166.16

Nov 12, 2026

First close after

-3.70%

$160.01

5 trading days

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Frequently asked questions

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

CVLT filed a 8-K (Cfo change). CFO Gary Merrill resigned effective November 30, 2026, to pursue an opportunity at another public company outside the industry; he will serve as an advisor through fiscal year-end March 31, 2027. Chief Accounting Officer Danielle Abrahamsen was appointed Interim CFO effective December 1, 2026, while the company searches for a permanent CFO.

What does a cfo change mean for CVLT stock?

Not always. A planned retirement with a successor is usually calm; a sudden departure “effective immediately”, especially of a CFO or near results, often worries investors.

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 CVLT stock react to this filing?

CVLT closed at $166.16 before the filing and $160.01 on Nov 13, 2026 (-3.70%).

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