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ETD 8-K: Ceo change

Filed with the SEC on · accession 0001437749-26-036869

ETD filed a 8-K (current report) with the SEC on Nov 13, 2026. M. Farooq Kathwari resigned as President and CEO of Ethan Allen Interiors effective November 9, 2026. The stock moved -1.7% by the first close after the filing.

Summary of the filing

M. Farooq Kathwari resigned as President and CEO of Ethan Allen Interiors effective November 9, 2026. The Board appointed Stefanie T. Ward as Interim CEO for a six-month term.

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Key details

Ward monthly base salary$75K
Ward target cash bonus$150K
Ward maximum cash bonus$250K
Ward RSU grant value$200K
RegistrantEthan Allen Interiors Inc.
SubsidiaryEthan Allen Global, Inc.
President and chief executive officerM. Farooq Kathwari
Interim chief executive officerStefanie T. Ward

How ETD stock reacted

Close before

$17.71

Nov 12, 2026

First close after

-1.69%

$17.41

5 trading days

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Frequently asked questions

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

ETD filed a 8-K (Ceo change). M. Farooq Kathwari resigned as President and CEO of Ethan Allen Interiors effective November 9, 2026. The Board appointed Stefanie T. Ward as Interim CEO for a six-month term.

What does a ceo change mean for ETD 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 ETD stock react to this filing?

ETD closed at $17.71 before the filing and $17.41 on Nov 13, 2026 (-1.69%).

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