AI brief of an SEC Form 8-K · Eaton (ETN)

Eaton sets 2026 executive incentive metrics: EBITDA, operating cash flow, organic growth

Neutral Impact 2 of 5 leadership Written later

Eaton's board committee set the performance measures for the 2026 executive incentive program, which will pay awards only if goals are met after the performance period. The filing covers compensation design and does not report financial results or change any officer roles.

Key points

  • Metrics for the 2026 Program are Adjusted EBITDA, Adjusted Operating Cash Flow and Organic Growth, set on February 25, 2026.
  • About 3,500 other salaried employees participate alongside executive officers.
  • CEO Paulo Ruiz's target incentive is 150% of base pay; Heath Monesmith's is 105%, and Olivier Leonetti's is 100%, prorated for his 2026 employment.

The filing

CompanyEaton (ETN)
Form8-K, current report
Filed with the SECMar 2, 2026, 4:31 PM ET
Accession number0001140361-26-007362

Items reported: 5.02 Director / Officer Change

Read the filing on SEC.gov ↗

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