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GUTS 8-K: Board change

Filed with the SEC on · accession 0001193125-26-451917

GUTS filed a 8-K (current report) with the SEC on Nov 6, 2026. Fractyl Health expanded its Board of Directors from nine to ten members and appointed Michael Wartell as an independent Class III director, effective November 2, 2026.

Summary of the filing

Fractyl Health expanded its Board of Directors from nine to ten members and appointed Michael Wartell as an independent Class III director, effective November 2, 2026. Wartell will receive $40,000 per month in cash compensation under a special independent director letter agreement rather than the company's standard non-employee director compensation policy.

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Key details

Monthly cash compensation for Michael Wartell as independent director$40K
Additional daily compensation when Board commitments exceed four hours$3K
RegistrantFractyl Health, Inc.
Company where michael wartell serves as presidentBluerose Associates LLC
Independent class iii directorMichael Wartell
Co-founder, president, ceo and directorHarith Rajagopalan

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Frequently asked questions

What did GUTS file with the SEC on Nov 6, 2026?

GUTS filed a 8-K (Board change). Fractyl Health expanded its Board of Directors from nine to ten members and appointed Michael Wartell as an independent Class III director, effective November 2, 2026. Wartell will receive $40,000 per month in cash compensation under a special independent director letter agreement rather than the company's standard non-employee director compensation policy.

What does a board change mean for GUTS 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.

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