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NWL 8-K: Board change

Filed with the SEC on · accession 0000814453-26-000043

NWL filed a 8-K (current report) with the SEC on Nov 9, 2026. Newell Brands' Board of Directors voted to increase its size from eight to nine members and elected William Newlands as a director, effective January 1, 2027. The stock moved +7.7% by the first close after the filing.

Summary of the filing

Newell Brands' Board of Directors voted to increase its size from eight to nine members and elected William Newlands as a director, effective January 1, 2027. Newlands will also serve on the Audit Committee and Compensation and Human Capital Committee.

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Key details

RegistrantNewell Brands Inc.
DirectorWilliam Newlands
Chief legal and administrative officer and corporate secretaryBradford R. Turner

How NWL stock reacted

Close before

$5.47

Nov 6, 2026

First close after

+7.68%

$5.89

5 trading days

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Frequently asked questions

What did NWL file with the SEC on Nov 9, 2026?

NWL filed a 8-K (Board change). Newell Brands' Board of Directors voted to increase its size from eight to nine members and elected William Newlands as a director, effective January 1, 2027. Newlands will also serve on the Audit Committee and Compensation and Human Capital Committee.

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

NWL closed at $5.47 before the filing and $5.89 on Nov 9, 2026 (+7.68%).

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