Summary
This 8-K filing from CSX Corporation addresses a Wall Street Journal article published on May 17, 2017, concerning the health of its CEO, E. Hunter Harrison. The article quotes Mr. Harrison discussing his health, including experiencing shortness of breath and using oxygen. He urged readers to judge him by his performance rather than his medical record. CSX Corporation, in response, stated its policy not to comment on executive health matters when performance is not in question. However, the company affirmed that Mr. Harrison remains actively and deeply involved in daily operations. Investors should note this disclosure addresses a specific media report and the company's stance on the CEO's ongoing engagement despite his reported health conditions.
Key Highlights
- 1CSX Corp filed an 8-K on May 19, 2017, addressing a Wall Street Journal article about CEO E. Hunter Harrison's health.
- 2The article quotes CEO E. Hunter Harrison discussing his personal health, including shortness of breath and oxygen use.
- 3Mr. Harrison stated, 'Don’t judge me by my medical record, judge me by my performance.'
- 4CSX's official statement notes it is company policy not to comment on executive health matters absent performance concerns.
- 5The company affirmed that CEO E. Hunter Harrison continues to be 'actively and deeply involved on a daily basis.'
- 6The filing's primary purpose is to address media inquiries and provide the company's official commentary on the CEO's status.