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8-K filings in August 2026, explained

2,914 material Form 8-K filings that 2,352 companies we cover made with the SEC in August 2026, each read and summarized by AI: what happened, the key figures, whether it reads positive or negative for shareholders, and how big a deal it is (impact 1-5). All of them were written later, when past filings were added: a selection, not every 8-K of the month (see the note below).

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EXYNExyn Technologies, Inc. Aug 5, 9:16 PM ET

Exyn Technologies sets new director pay program and raises CEO base salary to $482,000

Neutral shareholder Written later 5.02

Exyn Technologies' board adopted a Non-Employee Director Compensation Program and approved a higher base salary and a stock option grant for CEO Brandon Torres Declet. The filing describes compensation terms only and does not report financial results or a change in leadership.

  • Non-employee directors receive a $40,000 annual cash retainer, plus $20,000 for the Lead Independent Director, with a $750,000 annual pay cap ($1,000,000 in a director's first year of appointment)
  • CEO base salary raised to $482,000, retroactive to the IPO closing, with a 75% target bonus ($362,000 at the new salary)
  • Each of four non-employee directors (Jon Ollwerther, Gregory McNeal, Ted Tewksbury, Michael Burychka) received an option on 23,200 shares; CEO received an option on 109,000 shares
Read the filing on SEC.gov ↗
RUSHARUSH ENTERPRISES INC \TX\ Aug 5, 6:14 PM ET

Rush Enterprises extends Canadian BMO credit facilities to December 31, 2029

Neutral financing Written later 1.01

Rush Enterprises' Canadian subsidiary, RTC-Canada, and the company as guarantor amended two credit agreements with Bank of Montreal, both effective August 4, 2026. The amendments extend the expiration dates to December 31, 2029, and one amendment removes a $20.0 million CAD accordion feature that RTC-Canada said it does not need.

  • Second amendment to the BMO Revolving Lease and Rental Credit Agreement extends expiration to December 31, 2029
  • The $20.0 million CAD accordion feature is removed because RTC-Canada determined it does not need it
  • Fifth amendment to the Amended and Restated BMO Wholesale Financing and Security Agreement (floor plan credit) extends expiration to December 31, 2029
  • Both amendments were effective August 4, 2026; the filing was dated August 5, 2026
Read the filing on SEC.gov ↗
APOGAPOGEE ENTERPRISES, INC. Aug 5, 5:27 PM ET

Apogee Enterprises adds two independent directors, Joseph Hayek and Suresh Krishna

Neutral leadership Written later 5.027.01

On August 5, 2026, Apogee Enterprises' Board elected Joseph B. Hayek and Suresh Krishna as independent directors, both determined to be independent under Nasdaq and company standards. Committee assignments have not yet been determined and will be disclosed by amendment if required.

  • Joseph B. Hayek, 54, elected Class II director with term expiring at the 2027 Annual Meeting; he is former CEO of Worthington Enterprises' role as President and CEO since November 2024
  • Suresh Krishna, 57, elected Class III director with term expiring at the 2028 Annual Meeting; he has been President and CEO of Proto Labs since May 2025
  • Each director receives the $75,000 annual cash retainer and a restricted stock award of 2,454 shares vesting in three equal annual installments; APOG closed at $42.96 on August 5, 2026
Read the filing on SEC.gov ↗
TWSTTwist Bioscience Corp Aug 5, 5:27 PM ET

Twist Bioscience prices upsized $300.0 million stock offering at $96.00 per share

Neutral financing Written later 1.017.01

Twist Bioscience priced an upsized public offering of 3,125,000 common shares at $96.00 per share on August 4, 2026, for expected gross proceeds of $300.0 million. On August 5, 2026, the underwriters exercised in full their option to buy 468,750 additional shares, and the company expects net proceeds of about $327.1 million, with closing expected on or about August 6, 2026. The company says it will use the proceeds, together with existing cash, for research and development, manufacturing capacity expansion, product offerings, and working capital.

  • Priced 3,125,000 shares at $96.00 per share, with expected gross proceeds of $300.0 million (August 4, 2026)
  • Underwriters exercised in full their option to purchase 468,750 additional shares at $96.00 per share (August 5, 2026)
  • Expected net proceeds of about $327.1 million, including the option shares; closing expected on or about August 6, 2026
  • Offering made under a Form S-3 automatic shelf registration filed June 18, 2026; Goldman Sachs, William Blair, Leerink Partners and Guggenheim are the underwriters
Read the filing on SEC.gov ↗
NUCLEagle Nuclear Energy Corp. Aug 5, 5:24 PM ET

Eagle Nuclear Energy engages CBIZ CPAs as new independent auditor for fiscal 2026

Neutral other Written later 4.017.01

Eagle Nuclear Energy Corp. formally engaged CBIZ CPAs P.C. as its independent registered public accounting firm on August 5, 2026, after the audit committee approved the engagement on August 4. The firm will audit the fiscal year ending November 30, 2026, and the filing reports no disagreements or reportable events with the former accountant.

  • Audit committee approved the CBIZ CPAs engagement on August 4, 2026; CBIZ confirmed completion of client acceptance procedures on August 5, 2026
  • Engagement covers the fiscal year ending November 30, 2026
  • Filing states there were no disagreements or reportable events in the periods covered by Item 304 of Regulation S-K
  • Press release dated August 5, 2026 is furnished as Exhibit 99.1
Read the filing on SEC.gov ↗
LGCYLegacy Education Inc. Aug 5, 5:19 PM ET

Legacy Education furnishes investor presentation materials in Form 8-K filing

Neutral other Written later 8.01

Legacy Education Inc. filed a Form 8-K on August 5, 2026, furnishing presentation materials (Exhibit 99.1) that management may use from time to time in presentations about the company's operations and performance. The filing contains no financial results, guidance, or transaction terms, and the company states the materials are summary information to be read alongside its SEC filings and other public announcements.

  • Filing dated August 5, 2026, signed by CEO LeeAnn Rohmann
  • Presentation Materials filed as Exhibit 99.1 for use on and after August 5, 2026
  • Company states the materials speak as of the filing date and it disclaims any obligation to update them
Read the filing on SEC.gov ↗

Compass Minerals names Brandon Risner chief operating officer, replacing Patrick Merrin

Neutral leadership Written later 5.02

Compass Minerals said Patrick Merrin ceased to serve as Chief Operations Officer effective August 3, 2026, and appointed Brandon Risner as Chief Operating Officer. Under an offer letter signed August 3, Risner will receive a $450,000 base salary, a target annual bonus of 70% of base salary, and a target annual equity award of $600,000. CEO Edward Dowling said Risner will also lead operations in the Salt segment.

  • Patrick Merrin's departure took effect August 3, 2026.
  • Risner's base salary is $450,000, with a target bonus of 70% of base salary tied to pre-established performance goals.
  • Risner joined the company in December 2020 and was most recently vice president of operations, Ogden and C&I, since August 2024.
  • The offer letter is filed as Exhibit 10.1, and the appointment was announced in a press release dated August 5, 2026.
Read the filing on SEC.gov ↗
ABBVAbbVie Inc. Aug 5, 5:17 PM ET

AbbVie prices $9.93 billion in senior notes to help fund Apogee acquisition

Neutral financing Written later 8.01

AbbVie agreed on August 4, 2026 to sell $9.93 billion in net proceeds of senior notes across eight series maturing from 2028 to 2066. The company says it will use the proceeds to fund part of the cash payments for its acquisition of Apogee Therapeutics and for general corporate purposes, including debt repayment or repurchase. The offering adds debt to the balance sheet, but it also reduces commitments under a $10.0 billion term loan facility that was arranged for the Apogee deal.

  • Eight series of notes totaling $9.93 billion in estimated net proceeds, including $1.5 billion of 4.875% notes due 2031 and $1.5 billion of 5.300% notes due 2036
  • Proceeds are expected to fund part of the cash payments for the Apogee Therapeutics acquisition
  • Closing is expected on August 18, 2026, subject to customary closing conditions
  • Net proceeds will reduce commitments under the $10.0 billion 364-Day delayed draw term loan facility
Read the filing on SEC.gov ↗
WLCOWilco 63 Corp Aug 5, 5:01 PM ET

Wilco 63 to allow separate trading of Class A shares and warrants from Aug. 10

Neutral other Written later 8.01

Wilco 63 Corporation, a blank check company, said holders of its IPO units can separate them into Class A ordinary shares and warrants starting August 10, 2026. The separated shares and warrants will trade on Nasdaq under WLCO and WLCOW, while units not separated keep trading as WLCOU. The change affects how existing holders can trade their securities and does not change the terms of the shares or warrants.

  • Separate trading of Class A ordinary shares and warrants begins August 10, 2026.
  • Each unit consists of one Class A ordinary share and one-half of one warrant; each whole warrant exercises at $11.50 per share.
  • Separated shares and warrants trade as WLCO and WLCOW on the Nasdaq Global Market; unseparated units continue as WLCOU.
  • Holders must have their brokers contact Continental Stock Transfer & Trust Company to separate units; no fractional warrants will be issued.
Read the filing on SEC.gov ↗
GLXYGalaxy Digital Inc. Aug 5, 5:01 PM ET

Galaxy Digital's Chief Accounting Officer Robert Rico to resign effective September 30, 2026

Neutral leadership Written later 5.02

Galaxy Digital said its Chief Accounting Officer and principal accounting officer, Robert Rico, intends to resign effective September 30, 2026, to pursue an opportunity outside the company. The filing states the departure is not due to any disagreement with the company, and Rico will stay in his roles until a permanent replacement is named.

  • Robert Rico notified the company on August 5, 2026 of his intention to resign as CAO and PAO
  • Resignation takes effect September 30, 2026
  • The filing says the departure is not the result of any disagreements with the company or its officers or employees
  • Rico will continue as CAO and PAO until a permanent replacement is named; no successor is named in the filing
Read the filing on SEC.gov ↗
CRMSalesforce, Inc. Aug 5, 4:36 PM ET

Salesforce: President Srini Tallapragada to step down, moves to special advisor role

Neutral leadership Written later 5.02

Salesforce said President and Chief Engineering and Customer Success Officer Srini Tallapragada will step down from that role effective August 6, 2026, and become Special Advisor to the CEO through August 6, 2027. The transition agreement sets his pay at his current salary and bonus through January 31, 2027, then $75,000 per year for the remainder of the period, while his previously granted equity awards continue to vest.

  • Role change effective August 6, 2026; advisory term runs through August 6, 2027
  • Advisory duties include transition support, product, technology and innovation matters, business development and customer matters
  • Cash pay drops to $75,000 per year after January 31, 2027; previously granted equity continues to vest
  • Either party may end the transition period early, with ten days' written notice by Mr. Tallapragada
Read the filing on SEC.gov ↗
CRTOCriteo S.A. Aug 5, 4:33 PM ET

Criteo signs merger deal to redomicile from Luxembourg to U.S. Criteo, effective January 1, 2027

Neutral m&a Written later 1.018.01

Criteo S.A. entered into a Merger Agreement under which its Luxembourg parent, Lux Criteo, would merge into its wholly owned Delaware subsidiary, U.S. Criteo, which would survive. Shares of Lux Criteo would convert one-to-one into U.S. Criteo common stock, and the merger is subject to shareholder approval, an effective Form S-4 registration statement, and other conditions, with a planned Effective Time of 12:00:01 a.m. New York time on January 1, 2027. The filing does not state financial terms, but it changes the company's legal home and the form of shares shareholders would hold.

  • Lux Criteo would merge into U.S. Criteo, a Delaware corporation, with U.S. Criteo surviving; the Effective Time is set for 12:00:01 a.m. New York City time on January 1, 2027, unless changed.
  • Each ordinary share of Lux Criteo would be exchanged for shares of U.S. Criteo common stock on a one-to-one basis, without interest and net of applicable withholding taxes.
  • Completion requires shareholder approval, effectiveness of a Form S-4 registration statement, and listing of U.S. Criteo common stock on a nationally recognized U.S. exchange.
  • On August 5, 2026, U.S. Criteo filed the Form S-4 with the SEC; the filing states that the merger may be terminated by mutual agreement before the Effective Time.
Read the filing on SEC.gov ↗
RAILFreightCar America, Inc. Aug 5, 4:22 PM ET

FreightCar America adopts new stockholder rights plan replacing expiring 2025 plan

Neutral shareholder Written later 1.013.035.038.01

FreightCar America's board declared a dividend of one preferred share purchase right per common share and adopted a 2026 Rights Agreement to replace its September 2025 plan, which expires August 5, 2026. The company says the terms are unchanged apart from the extended term, and the plan would make rights exercisable if a person or group acquires 15% or more of common stock without board approval (20% for certain passive 13G investors).

  • Rights are payable August 5, 2026 to holders of record on August 5, 2026, and expire July 5, 2027 unless extended, advanced or redeemed.
  • Each right allows purchase of one one-hundredth of a Series E preferred share for $42.00, once exercisable.
  • The board may redeem the rights for $0.001 per right before any person or group becomes an Acquiring Person.
  • Computershare Trust Company, N.A. is the rights agent.
Read the filing on SEC.gov ↗

Grayscale CoinDesk Crypto 5 ETF completes quarterly rebalance with no tokens added or removed

Neutral other Written later 8.01

The fund's manager rebalanced the GDLC portfolio on July 31, 2026, after the CoinDesk 5 Index completed its quarterly review and confirmed Bitcoin, Ether, XRP, Solana and BNB as its components. Because the rebalance only shifted existing holdings by weighting, no new digital assets were added or removed. The filing shows the updated weightings, which shareholders can use to see how the fund's exposure is split across the five assets.

  • Rebalancing completed July 31, 2026, under the CoinDesk 5 Index Methodology
  • As of August 3, 2026: Bitcoin 75.54%, Ether 13.30%, BNB 4.64%, XRP 3.98%, Solana 2.54%
  • No new tokens were added to or removed from the fund
Read the filing on SEC.gov ↗
CNTXContext Therapeutics Inc. Aug 5, 4:16 PM ET

Context Therapeutics updates August 2026 corporate presentation for investor meetings

Neutral other Written later 7.01

Context Therapeutics filed an updated corporate presentation dated August 2026 as Exhibit 99.1 to a Form 8-K on August 5, 2026, for use in meetings with investors and analysts. The filing is furnished under Regulation FD and contains no financial results, guidance, or new financing terms, and it lists the company's clinical timelines for its two T cell engager programs.

  • Updated corporate presentation filed as Exhibit 99.1 on August 5, 2026; the filing is furnished, not filed, under Section 18 of the Exchange Act.
  • CTIM-76 (Claudin 6 x CD3) has FDA Fast Track Designation for platinum-resistant ovarian cancer; the presentation anticipates starting a Phase 1b study in Q1 2027.
  • CT-202 (Nectin-4 x CD3) Phase 1a first patient dosing is anticipated in Q3 2026, with initial data expected in 2H 2027.
  • The presentation reports a 29% confirmed objective response rate in 7 RECIST-evaluable platinum-resistant ovarian cancer patients at target doses, as of May 29, 2026.
Read the filing on SEC.gov ↗
MMEDMiniMed Group, Inc. Aug 5, 4:15 PM ET

MiniMed General Counsel Courtney Nelson Wills to resign effective September 25, 2026

Neutral leadership Written later 5.02

MiniMed Group's senior vice president, general counsel and corporate secretary, Courtney Nelson Wills, has resigned after an eight-week transition period, with her departure effective September 25, 2026. The company says the exit is for personal reasons, not a disagreement, and that it is searching for a successor.

  • Courtney Nelson Wills notified MiniMed of her resignation on July 30, 2026
  • Resignation takes effect September 25, 2026, after an 8-week transition period
  • She is leaving to take a role outside the medical device space; the filing cites no disagreement with MiniMed
  • MiniMed is conducting a search for a successor
Read the filing on SEC.gov ↗
ASYSAMTECH SYSTEMS INC Aug 5, 4:15 PM ET

Amtech Systems CEO Robert Daigle to retire; Guy Shechter named CEO effective August 13

Neutral leadership Written later 5.02

Amtech Systems said CEO Robert C. Daigle will retire as chief executive effective August 13, 2026, and remain on the Board as Executive Chairman. The Board appointed President and COO Guy Shechter as CEO on the same date, and he joins the Board as a director.

  • Robert C. Daigle retires as CEO effective August 13, 2026, and continues as Executive Chairman with a two-year term at a $300,000 annual base salary.
  • Daigle received 50,000 restricted stock units vesting ratably over two years.
  • Guy Shechter, age 58, becomes CEO effective August 13, 2026, and receives 25,000 RSUs vesting ratably over three years.
  • The filing states Daigle's retirement is not the result of any disagreement with the Company on its operations, policies, or practices.
Read the filing on SEC.gov ↗
FLSFLOWSERVE CORP Aug 5, 4:15 PM ET

Flowserve Adds Ajay Agrawal to Board, Expands Board to Ten Directors

Neutral leadership Written later 5.025.037.01

Flowserve's board elected Ajay Agrawal, Carrier Global's Chief Business Development Officer and SVP, Global Services, as a director effective August 5, 2026, and increased the board from nine to ten members. The filing describes Agrawal as independent and says he will serve on two board committees. The changes are board composition updates and do not include financial results or guidance.

  • Ajay Agrawal elected to the Flowserve board effective August 5, 2026, filling a newly created seat
  • Board size increased from nine to ten directors through an amendment to the By-Laws, effective August 5, 2026
  • Agrawal will serve on the Organization and Compensation Committee and the Technology, Innovation and Risk Committee
  • Agrawal is expected to stand for reelection at the 2027 annual shareholder meeting
Read the filing on SEC.gov ↗
ONTOnterris, Inc. Aug 5, 4:11 PM ET

Onterris adopts shareholder rights plan with 15% trigger and $105.00 exercise price

Neutral shareholder Written later 1.013.035.038.01

On August 5, 2026, the Onterris board declared a dividend of one preferred share purchase right for each common share, payable August 17, 2026, under a Rights Agreement with Computershare Trust Company, N.A. The rights become exercisable only after a person or group acquires 15% or more of the common shares, and would then allow holders to buy Series B Preferred Stock at $105.00 per one one-thousandth of a share, subject to adjustment. The filing also references a bylaw or charter amendment under Item 5.03, but that section is cut off in the text provided.

  • Rights are distributed as a dividend of one right per common share to holders of record on August 17, 2026.
  • Rights become exercisable if a person or group acquires 15% or more of outstanding common shares, unless exempted by the board.
  • Each right entitles the holder to buy one one-thousandth of a Series B Preferred Share at $105.00, subject to adjustment.
  • Rights expire at the close of business on August 4, 2027; the board may redeem them before any person becomes an acquiring person at $0.001 per right.
Read the filing on SEC.gov ↗
THEOBOA Acquisition Corp. II Aug 5, 4:11 PM ET

BOA Acquisition Corp. II closes $143.75 million IPO of 14,375,000 units

Neutral financing Written later 1.013.025.025.038.01

BOA Acquisition Corp. II, a special purpose acquisition company, closed its initial public offering on August 5, 2026, selling 14,375,000 units at $10.00 each, including 1,875,000 units from the full exercise of the underwriters' over-allotment option. The $143.75 million in IPO proceeds was placed in a trust account, and the filing says those funds will not be released until a business combination is completed, shareholders redeem public shares in specified circumstances, or the company liquidates if no business combination is completed within 12 months.

  • IPO closed August 5, 2026: 14,375,000 units at $10.00 per unit, gross proceeds of $143,750,000 before underwriting discounts and offering expenses
  • $143,750,000 placed in a trust account with Odyssey Transfer and Trust Company, as trustee
  • Private placement of 221,500 units at $10.00 for $2,215,000; sponsor pays $13,333 per month for administrative services
  • Five new directors appointed August 3, 2026; units began trading on Nasdaq as THEOU on August 4, 2026
Read the filing on SEC.gov ↗

American Public Education completes combination of three schools into one institution

Neutral restructuring Written later 7.01

American Public Education, Inc. completed the previously announced combination of American Public University System, Rasmussen University, and Hondros College of Nursing into one institution named American Public University System. The Higher Learning Commission approved continuation of accreditation for the consolidated System, and CEO Angela K. Selden was appointed its Chancellor.

  • Combination completed on August 5, 2026, forming American Public University System
  • Higher Learning Commission approved continuation of accreditation for the System
  • Angela K. Selden, President and CEO of the Company, appointed Chancellor of the System
Read the filing on SEC.gov ↗
MGYMagnolia Oil & Gas Corp Aug 5, 4:10 PM ET

Magnolia closes $500 million 6.625% senior notes offering to fund WildFire acquisition

Neutral financing Written later 1.012.03

On August 5, 2026, Magnolia's operating subsidiaries closed a $500.0 million offering of 6.625% senior notes due August 15, 2034. The proceeds, along with a July 22, 2026 Class A stock offering, revolving credit borrowings and cash on hand, are to fund the cash consideration for the pending acquisition of WildFire Intermediate Holdings, LLC. The notes add a fixed debt obligation tied to that deal, which must be redeemed if the acquisition is not completed by March 19, 2027.

  • $500.0 million principal at 6.625% per year, maturing August 15, 2034, with interest paid semi-annually starting February 15, 2027.
  • Proceeds, with July 22, 2026 stock offering proceeds, revolver borrowings and cash on hand, fund the cash payment for 100% of WildFire Intermediate Holdings, LLC from WildFire Energy I LLC.
  • Notes must be redeemed at issue price plus accrued interest if the acquisition is not completed by March 19, 2027, or if Magnolia Operating decides not to pursue it.
  • Holders may require repurchase at 101% of principal plus accrued interest upon certain changes of control.
Read the filing on SEC.gov ↗
GDRXGoodRx Holdings, Inc. Aug 5, 4:09 PM ET

GoodRx CFO Christopher McGinnis to step down; Justin Fengler named CFO effective Aug. 6

Neutral leadership Written later 5.02

GoodRx said CFO and Treasurer Christopher McGinnis will transition out of the role effective 11:59 p.m. Eastern on August 5, 2026, and that his departure is not due to any disagreement with the company. Chief Strategy & Operations Officer Justin Fengler will also become CFO & Treasurer and principal financial officer effective August 6, 2026, while continuing to oversee strategy and operations.

  • Christopher McGinnis leaves the CFO & Treasurer role effective 11:59 p.m. ET on August 5, 2026; the filing says the exit is not tied to any disagreement on operating performance, financial reporting or accounting.
  • Justin Fengler, 38, has been Chief Strategy & Operations Officer since September 2025 and with GoodRx since 2016; he takes over as CFO & Treasurer on August 6, 2026.
  • Fengler's compensation includes restricted stock units and performance stock units each valued at $600,000, plus a one-time $100,000 cash payment.
  • McGinnis expects to receive Tier I Executive Severance Plan benefits under a separation agreement the company has not yet signed.
Read the filing on SEC.gov ↗
AESAES CORP Aug 5, 4:09 PM ET

AES extends two credit facility revolver maturities, Citi to 2028 and SMBC to 2027

Neutral financing Written later 1.01

AES amended two credit agreements on August 5, 2026, extending the termination date of the Citi revolving commitments from August 23, 2027 to August 23, 2028. The SMBC revolving commitments are set to be extended from December 6, 2026 to December 6, 2027, subject to customary closing conditions. Other terms of both credit agreements remain unchanged, and the filing does not state borrowing amounts.

  • Citi Credit Agreement revolver termination date extended from August 23, 2027 to August 23, 2028
  • SMBC Credit Agreement revolver termination date to be extended from December 6, 2026 to December 6, 2027, subject to customary closing conditions
  • All other terms of both credit agreements remain in effect
  • Amendments filed as Exhibits 10.1 (Citi) and 10.2 (SMBC)
Read the filing on SEC.gov ↗
YSSYork Space Systems Inc. Aug 5, 4:06 PM ET

York Space Systems names Chief Accounting Officer Brian Frantz interim CFO effective August 14

Neutral leadership Written later 5.027.01

York Space Systems said CFO Kevin Messerle is stepping down to pursue an opportunity outside the space industry, with Chief Accounting Officer Brian Frantz named interim Chief Financial Officer effective August 14, 2026. Messerle remains CFO through the filing of the second quarter 2026 Form 10-Q, scheduled for August 13, 2026, and the company said a formal search for a permanent CFO is underway.

  • Brian D. Frantz, 63, becomes interim CFO effective August 14, 2026, while remaining the Chief Accounting Officer role's holder since September 2025 is no longer described as ongoing in the filing.
  • Frantz's base salary increases by $9,000 per month to $36,000 per month during his interim service.
  • Kevin Messerle notified the company of his departure on July 30, 2026; the company says the departure is not due to any disagreement on operations, policies or practices.
  • York will report second quarter 2026 results on August 13, 2026.
Read the filing on SEC.gov ↗
MKLYMcKinley Acquisition Corp Aug 5, 4:05 PM ET

McKinley Acquisition signs $275 million business combination deal with Space-Eyes

Neutral m&a Written later 1.012.033.027.01

McKinley Acquisition Corp (Nasdaq: MKLY), a special purpose acquisition company, entered into a business combination agreement on July 30, 2026 with Space-Eyes, Inc., a Delaware geospatial intelligence and counter-drone technology company. The combined company would be renamed Space-Eyes, Inc. and is expected to trade as CUAS, with closing targeted for the fourth quarter of 2026 and subject to shareholder and regulatory approvals. The filing also discloses a PIPE financing of up to $75 million in senior secured convertible notes, and the transaction would dilute existing shareholders through issuance of new shares.

  • Space-Eyes stockholders would receive shares of Domesticated SPAC Common Stock calculated by dividing $275,000,000 by $10.00, plus up to 8,000,000 earn-out shares
  • PIPE financing with JBA Asset Management-managed funds provides up to $75 million, starting with a $5 million initial closing tied to the S-4 filing
  • Notes bear 10% interest, mature in 2031, and carry a $12.00 warrant exercise price; the agreement has an outside date of April 30, 2027
Read the filing on SEC.gov ↗
APMCAmperCap Acquisition Co Aug 5, 4:05 PM ET

AmperCap Acquisition amends sponsor services agreement to quarterly advance payments

Neutral product/contract Written later 1.01

AmperCap Acquisition Company amended its Administrative Services Agreement with its sponsor, AmperSPAC LLC, on July 31, 2026, changing the $5,000 monthly services fee to quarterly payments made in advance, effective July 1, 2026. The filing says any prepaid amount not yet accrued at termination will be refunded within five business days.

  • Services fee is up to $5,000 per month for office space, utilities and administrative support.
  • Under the amendment, the fee is paid quarterly in advance, in the first month of each calendar quarter, effective July 1, 2026.
  • Unaccrued prepaid amounts are to be refunded to the company within five business days of the Termination Date.
Read the filing on SEC.gov ↗
ATENA10 Networks, Inc. Aug 5, 4:03 PM ET

A10 Networks issues Microsoft warrant for up to 800,000 shares tied to product purchases

Neutral product/contract Written later 1.013.02

A10 Networks issued Microsoft a warrant on August 3, 2026, allowing Microsoft to buy up to 800,000 common shares at $0.01 per share. The warrant is tied to Microsoft's purchases of A10 products and services, so the shares vest only if purchase thresholds are met.

  • Warrant covers up to 800,000 shares at an exercise price of $0.01 per share
  • Two tranches of up to 400,000 shares each, tied to purchase measurement periods ending June 30, 2027 and June 30, 2028
  • Exercisable from January 1, 2028 (first tranche) and January 1, 2029 (second tranche), expiring August 3, 2036
  • Issued under a Section 4(a)(2) private placement exemption; the warrant also includes accelerated vesting on specified change of control transactions
Read the filing on SEC.gov ↗

Next Technology sets 100-for-1 reverse stock split effective August 10, 2026

Neutral shareholder Written later 3.037.01

Next Technology Holding Inc. (NXTT) said its board approved a 100-for-1 reverse stock split, effective at 12:01 a.m. Eastern Time on August 10, 2026. Stockholders approved the board's authority to effect a reverse split at a June 20, 2025 meeting, and the filing says the split will not change any stockholder's ownership percentage.

  • Every 100 shares of common stock will be combined into one share; shares outstanding will fall from approximately 147,296,192 to approximately 1,472,962.
  • Shares will trade split-adjusted on the Nasdaq Capital Market under the existing symbol NXTT starting at the open on August 10, 2026, with new CUSIP 961884400.
  • Fractional shares will be rounded up rather than issued; authorized shares and par value are unchanged.
  • Stockholders holding shares at brokerages need take no action; holders with the transfer agent, Transhare Corporation, also need take no action.
Read the filing on SEC.gov ↗
LEGOLegato Merger Corp. IV Aug 5, 4:00 PM ET

Legato Merger Corp. IV: Chief Investment Officer Ehsan Ehsani resigns, citing personal reasons

Neutral leadership Written later 5.02

Legato Merger Corp. IV disclosed that Chief Investment Officer Ehsan Ehsani resigned effective from July 31, 2026, for personal reasons. The company states the departure was not the result of any disagreement over its operations, policies, or practices.

  • Ehsan Ehsani resigned as Chief Investment Officer on July 31, 2026.
  • The company says the resignation was for personal reasons, not a disagreement with the company.
  • The filing was signed by CEO Gregory Monahan and dated August 5, 2026.
Read the filing on SEC.gov ↗
CEGConstellation Energy Corp Aug 5, 2:14 PM ET

Constellation names CEO Dominguez chair; Roger Crandall joins board as director

Neutral leadership Written later 5.02

Constellation Energy's board named President and CEO Joe Dominguez chair effective August 4, 2026, after Robert Lawless retired from the board. Charles Harrington will serve as Lead Independent Director, and Roger Crandall, CEO of MassMutual, joined the board as an independent director effective August 5, 2026. The filing does not disclose financial results; it changes board leadership and composition.

  • Joe Dominguez, President and CEO, elected Chair of the Board effective August 4, 2026
  • Charles Harrington, Chair of the Corporate Governance Committee, becomes Lead Independent Director with a $50,000 annual cash retainer
  • Roger Crandall, Chairman, President and CEO of MassMutual, elected director effective August 5, 2026, term to the 2027 annual meeting; committee assignments not yet determined
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OSSONE STOP SYSTEMS, INC. Aug 5, 12:47 PM ET

One Stop Systems says VP of Sales Robert Kalebaugh retired July 31, 2026

Neutral leadership Written later 1.015.02

One Stop Systems, Inc. disclosed that Robert Kalebaugh, its VP of Sales, retired effective July 31, 2026. He will continue as a part-time independent consultant under a consulting agreement running through July 31, 2027, with a prorated bonus and equity treatment set out in an amended employment agreement. The filing reports no financial results, and the change affects a sales leadership role rather than company finances.

  • Kalebaugh retired as VP of Sales effective July 31, 2026, with both agreements dated July 31, 2026
  • Consulting agreement runs through July 31, 2027, renews yearly unless terminated, and either party may end it for uncured breach within 10 business days
  • Company may terminate the consulting agreement at any time on 30 days' written notice
  • Consulting pay is tied to discretionary performance-based equity awards under the 2017 Equity Incentive Plan; unvested restricted stock continues to vest while he provides services
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IPWiPower Inc. Aug 5, 11:50 AM ET

iPower Inc. to effect 1-for-9 reverse stock split effective August 7, 2026

Neutral shareholder Written later 3.035.037.01

iPower Inc. (Nasdaq: IPW) filed a certificate of amendment to effect a 1-for-9 reverse stock split of its common stock, effective at the start of trading on August 7, 2026. Each nine shares will be combined into one share, and the company said the split is intended to help it maintain compliance with Nasdaq's minimum bid price requirement. Shareholders registered in book-entry form need not take action, while holders in street name will be adjusted by their brokers.

  • Every nine shares of common stock will be combined into one share, effective 12:01 a.m. Eastern Time on August 7, 2026
  • Shares outstanding were 7,029,608 before the split and are expected to be approximately 781,068 after it
  • The company stated the split is intended to increase the per-share trading price to help maintain Nasdaq minimum bid price compliance
  • New CUSIP number is 46265P404; fractional shares will be rounded up to the nearest whole share
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AXPAMERICAN EXPRESS CO Aug 5, 9:10 AM ET

American Express launches proposed Series E preferred share offering

Neutral financing Written later 8.01

On August 5, 2026, American Express announced a proposed public offering of depositary shares, each representing a 1/1,000th interest in a new series of Fixed Rate Reset Noncumulative Preferred Shares, Series E. The company may use the proceeds for general corporate purposes, including partially or fully redeeming its 3.550% Series D preferred shares, but pricing, closing and any redemption are subject to market conditions and not assured.

  • Proposed offering of depositary shares, each representing a 1/1,000th interest in a Series E preferred share, announced August 5, 2026
  • Net proceeds intended for general corporate purposes, including possible partial or full redemption of the 3.550% Series D preferred shares
  • Filing states there is no assurance the offering will price or close, or that the Series D shares will be redeemed, or the amount and timing of any redemption
  • Details are in a preliminary prospectus supplement dated August 5, 2026; the filing is not an offer to sell or a notice of redemption
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PSTLPostal Realty Trust, Inc. Aug 5, 8:35 AM ET

Postal Realty Trust sets up up to $300 million stock sales program with sales agents

Neutral financing Written later 1.01

On August 5, 2026, Postal Realty Trust and its operating partnership entered into sales agreements with eight sales agents and several forward purchasers covering up to $300,000,000 of Class A common stock, replacing its prior at-the-market program. The company says net proceeds would be used for general corporate purposes, including property acquisitions, dividends, capital expenditures and debt repayment, which could dilute existing shareholders if shares are issued.

  • Agreements cover shares with an aggregate offering price of up to $300,000,000, sold through sales agents or forward sellers, or to agents as principal.
  • Commissions will not exceed 2.0% of gross sales price, except in certain stated circumstances.
  • The company will not initially receive proceeds from borrowed shares sold under forward sale agreements; it may receive contingency premiums instead.
  • Prior at-the-market offering agreements were terminated concurrently.
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XWELXWELL, Inc. Aug 5, 8:00 AM ET

XWELL appoints Gerard Reid to board; CEO Ezra Ernst resigns as director

Neutral leadership Written later 5.027.01

XWELL, Inc. appointed Gerard Reid to its Board of Directors on August 3, 2026, filling the seat vacated when President and CEO Ezra T. Ernst resigned from the Board and its committees on the same date. Mr. Ernst remains President and CEO, and the filing says his resignation was not due to any disagreement with the Company. For shareholders, the change affects board composition but not the executive team.

  • Ezra T. Ernst resigned as a director effective August 3, 2026, and will continue as President and CEO.
  • Gerard Reid was appointed to the Board effective August 3, 2026, to fill the vacancy.
  • Mr. Reid will receive an annual cash fee of $35,000 for board service under the non-employee director compensation policy.
  • The Company issued a press release on August 5, 2026, announcing both changes (Exhibit 99.1).
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RMBSRAMBUS INC Aug 5, 7:50 AM ET

Rambus starts $100 million accelerated share repurchase with Mizuho

Neutral shareholder Written later 1.012.03

On August 4, 2026, Rambus entered an accelerated share repurchase agreement with Mizuho under which it will pre-pay $100 million to buy back its common stock. The program is part of a broader buyback previously authorized by the board, and the filing says it is expected to finish by the end of the third quarter of 2026. The final number of shares repurchased will depend on the stock's volume-weighted average price over the term, less a discount.

  • Rambus will pre-pay $100 million to Mizuho Markets Americas LLC, acting through Mizuho Securities USA LLC.
  • The company will receive an initial delivery of approximately 796,000 shares.
  • The final share count depends on the volume-weighted average price during the term, less a discount.
  • The program is expected to be completed by the end of the third quarter of 2026.
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CDWCDW Corp Aug 5, 7:21 AM ET

CDW CFO Albert Miralles to retire in 2027 after orderly transition

Neutral leadership Written later 5.027.01

CDW Corporation said Chief Financial Officer Albert J. Miralles plans to retire in 2027 and will stay in his current role until a successor is named, then serve as Executive Advisor through March 31, 2028. The company is searching for a successor, and the filing describes the transition as planned and orderly, with no change to reported results.

  • Miralles informed the company on August 3, 2026 of his intention to retire in 2027; his full-time retirement date is March 31, 2027.
  • After a successor is appointed, Miralles becomes Executive Advisor through March 31, 2028, focused on Geared for Growth initiatives, investor relations support, M&A, and leadership development.
  • Under an August 4, 2026 letter agreement, his base salary from April 1, 2027 to March 31, 2028 will be $60,000, with no annual cash incentive or long-term incentive eligibility in that period.
  • His Compensation Protection Agreement severance eligibility ends March 31, 2027.
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IEIvanhoe Electric Inc. Aug 5, 7:12 AM ET

Ivanhoe Electric names Michelle Lammers chief operating officer effective September 1

Neutral leadership Written later 5.027.01

Ivanhoe Electric agreed on August 3, 2026 to appoint Michelle Lammers, Operations Director at ASARCO LLC, as Chief Operating Officer effective September 1, 2026. She will succeed Glen Kuntz as principal operating officer, and Kuntz will remain Senior Vice President, Mine Development, with the company saying the change was not due to any disagreement.

  • Base salary of $350,000 per year, with a short-term bonus target of 75% and a long-term bonus target of 150% of base salary
  • Severance of 1.5 times base salary and target bonus if terminated without cause outside a change in control
  • Daniel Worthy also joins effective September 1, 2026 as Senior Vice President, Operations and General Manager of the Santa Cruz Copper Project
  • Updated Preliminary Feasibility Study for Santa Cruz remains on track for completion in September 2026
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CORCencora, Inc. Aug 5, 6:45 AM ET

Cencora expands revolving credit facility to $7.0 billion, extends maturity to July 2031

Neutral financing Written later 1.012.03

On July 31, 2026, Cencora and its subsidiary Innomar Strategies entered into an amended and restated credit agreement that raises the commitments on its multi-currency revolving credit facility from $5.5 billion to $7.0 billion and extends the maturity date to July 2031. The same day, the company amended its receivables securitization facility, reducing its size from $1.5 billion to $1.0 billion while increasing the accordion feature to $1.0 billion, which gives the company the option to increase commitments by that amount, subject to bank approval.

  • Revolving credit facility commitments increase from $5.5 billion to $7.0 billion, with maturity extended to July 2031.
  • Interest on revolver borrowings ranges from 69.5 to 110 basis points over Term SOFR and other benchmark rates, based on public debt ratings.
  • Receivables securitization facility decreases from $1.5 billion to $1.0 billion; accordion feature increases from $500 million to $1.0 billion.
  • Both agreements are dated July 31, 2026 and were filed as Exhibits 10.1 and 10.2.
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CAHCARDINAL HEALTH INC Aug 5, 6:39 AM ET

Cardinal Health names Anita Zielinski Chief Accounting Officer, effective November 5, 2026

Neutral leadership Written later 5.02

Cardinal Health appointed Anita Zielinski, currently interim CFO and chief accounting officer at Baxter, as its Chief Accounting Officer effective November 5, 2026, succeeding Mary Scherer, who remains in the role until then. Ms. Zielinski joins Cardinal as Senior Vice President Finance on September 16, and her pay includes a $750,000 cash sign-on bonus and $1,000,000 in restricted share units to offset compensation forfeited at her former employer.

  • Anita Zielinski appointed Chief Accounting Officer effective November 5, 2026; Mary Scherer serves through that date
  • Zielinski joins Cardinal as Senior Vice President Finance effective September 16, 2026
  • Sign-on package: $750,000 cash bonus and restricted share units with a $1,000,000 grant date value vesting over three years
  • Zielinski previously served as interim CFO at Baxter International and spent seven years at Sysco Corporation
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