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SYK 8-K: Board change

Filed with the SEC on Nov 9, 2026 · accession 0001193125-26-453635

SYK filed a 8-K (current report) with the SEC on Nov 9, 2026. Stryker Corporation's Board of Directors increased its size from 11 to 12 members and elected James E. The stock moved -0.0% by the first close after the filing.

Summary of the filing

Stryker Corporation's Board of Directors increased its size from 11 to 12 members and elected James E. Davis, currently CEO and Chairman of Quest Diagnostics, as a new director effective January 1, 2027.

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Key details

RegistrantStryker Corporation
Current employer of new director james e. davisQuest Diagnostics
Director (elect)James E. Davis
Corporate secretaryTina S. French

How SYK stock reacted

Close before

$325.87

Nov 6, 2026

First close after

-0.04%

$325.73

5 trading days

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Frequently asked questions

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

SYK filed a 8-K (Board change). Stryker Corporation's Board of Directors increased its size from 11 to 12 members and elected James E. Davis, currently CEO and Chairman of Quest Diagnostics, as a new director effective January 1, 2027.

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

SYK closed at $325.87 before the filing and $325.73 on Nov 9, 2026 (-0.04%).

Other SYK SEC filings

  • 10-Q · SEC filingOct 30, 2026
  • 8-K · SEC filingOct 29, 2026
  • 8-K · Ceo changeOct 6, 2026
  • 10-Q · SEC filingJul 31, 2026
  • 8-K · SEC filingJul 30, 2026
  • 8-K · SEC filingJun 26, 2026
  • 144 · Insider sale plannedMay 28, 2026
  • 144 · Insider sale plannedMay 27, 2026
  • 8-K · Executive departureMay 20, 2026
  • 144 · Insider sale plannedMay 11, 2026

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Source: SEC EDGAR filing 0001193125-26-453635. 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.