01—Abstract
Summary
Summary of the 8-K filed September 8, 2022. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.
COHERENT CORP. (formerly II-VI Incorporated) has officially changed its name to Coherent Corp. and its stock ticker symbol to COHR, effective September 8, 2022.
This name change follows a previously announced strategic decision and is now legally enacted through an amendment to its Articles of Incorporation filed with the Pennsylvania Department of State. This rebranding signifies a new chapter for the company and aims to align its corporate identity with its evolving business operations.
Investors should note that while the name and ticker symbol have changed, this filing does not disclose any new financial performance data or material business developments beyond the name and symbol update. The company has also updated its Amended and Restated Bylaws to reflect the new corporate name.
02—Key points
Key Highlights
- Company name officially changed from II-VI Incorporated to Coherent Corp. effective September 8, 2022.
- Stock ticker symbol changed from IIVI to COHR on the Nasdaq Global Select Market, effective September 8, 2022.
- The name change was formally implemented via an amendment to the company's Articles of Incorporation.
- Amended and Restated Bylaws were adopted to reflect the new corporate name.
- The company issued a press release on September 8, 2022, announcing these changes.
- This filing primarily documents administrative and branding changes, not new financial results or strategic initiatives.
03—Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did II-VI Incorporated change its name to Coherent Corp.?
The company changed its name to Coherent Corp. to align its corporate identity with its evolving business and strategic direction. This rebranding signifies a new chapter for the company.
What does this mean for my existing shares of IIVI stock?
Your existing shares will automatically be reflected under the new ticker symbol COHR on the Nasdaq Global Select Market. There is no action required from shareholders. The change is primarily administrative and symbolic, reflecting the company's new branding.
Did the company announce any financial results or new business strategies in this filing?
No, this 8-K filing primarily reports on the official name and ticker symbol change. It does not contain new financial statements, results of operations, or disclosures of material business developments beyond the rebranding.
Where can I find the official documentation for these changes?
The official documentation includes the Articles of Amendment (Exhibit 3.1) and the Amended and Restated Bylaws (Exhibit 3.2) filed with this 8-K. A press release dated September 8, 2022 (Exhibit 99.1) also details these announcements.
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