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VAL 8-K: Acquisition

Valaris

Filed with the SEC on · accession 0001140361-26-043763

VAL filed a 8-K (current report) with the SEC on Nov 13, 2026. Valaris filed an 8-K supplementing its definitive joint proxy statement related to its pending acquisition by Transocean in a stock-for-stock business combination, following receipt of shareholder demand letters alleging disclosure deficiencies. The stock moved +4.4% by the first close after the filing.

Summary of the filing

Valaris filed an 8-K supplementing its definitive joint proxy statement related to its pending acquisition by Transocean in a stock-for-stock business combination, following receipt of shareholder demand letters alleging disclosure deficiencies. The supplemental disclosures do not affect the timing of the November 24, 2026 shareholder meetings.

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Key details

Exchange ratio: Transocean shares per Valaris shareshares 15
Target/acquirerValaris Limited
AcquirerTransocean Ltd.

How VAL stock reacted

Close before

$80.61

Nov 12, 2026

First close after

+4.38%

$84.14

5 trading days

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Since filing

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Frequently asked questions

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

VAL filed a 8-K (Acquisition). Valaris filed an 8-K supplementing its definitive joint proxy statement related to its pending acquisition by Transocean in a stock-for-stock business combination, following receipt of shareholder demand letters alleging disclosure deficiencies. The supplemental disclosures do not affect the timing of the November 24, 2026 shareholder meetings.

What does a acquisition mean for VAL stock?

A contract important enough that investors need to know about it — a big customer contract, a loan, a merger agreement or a partnership.

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 VAL stock react to this filing?

VAL closed at $80.61 before the filing and $84.14 on Nov 13, 2026 (+4.38%).

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