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MSFT 8-K: Board change

Filed with the SEC on Nov 5, 2026 · accession 0001193125-26-448357

MSFT filed a 8-K (current report) with the SEC on Nov 5, 2026. Director Emma N. Walmsley informed Microsoft that she will not stand for re-election at the 2026 annual shareholder meeting, though she will continue serving until that meeting. The stock moved -3.6% by the first close after the filing.

Summary of the filing

Director Emma N. Walmsley informed Microsoft that she will not stand for re-election at the 2026 annual shareholder meeting, though she will continue serving until that meeting. The company stated her decision was not due to any disagreement with management.

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Key details

RegistrantMicrosoft Corporation
DirectorEmma N. Walmsley
Corporate secretaryBrian B. DeFoe

How MSFT stock reacted

Close before

$555.80

Nov 4, 2026

First close after

-3.58%

$535.93

5 trading days

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Since filing

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Frequently asked questions

What did MSFT file with the SEC on Nov 5, 2026?

MSFT filed a 8-K (Board change). Director Emma N. Walmsley informed Microsoft that she will not stand for re-election at the 2026 annual shareholder meeting, though she will continue serving until that meeting. The company stated her decision was not due to any disagreement with management.

What does a board change mean for MSFT 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 MSFT stock react to this filing?

MSFT closed at $555.80 before the filing and $535.93 on Nov 5, 2026 (-3.58%).

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Source: SEC EDGAR filing 0001193125-26-448357. The summary and key details are extracted by SEPT from the filing and may contain errors. Price reaction uses daily closing prices. Not financial advice.