01—Abstract
Summary
Summary of the 8-K filed September 8, 2026. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.
The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. filed a Form 8-K dated September 8, 2026, under Item 7.01 (Regulation FD Disclosure) to report that its Board of Directors has nominated two new director candidates, Jean-Frédéric Dufour and Matthew E.
Rubel, for election as Class III directors. The nominees are to stand for election at the Company's next annual meeting of stockholders, which is expected to be held on November 17, 2026. The filing describes Mr. Dufour as Chief Executive Officer of Rolex SA, a luxury company that designs, manufactures, and sells watches.
Mr. Rubel is described as the non-executive Chairman of the Board of Holley Inc., a company that designs, manufactures, and distributes high-performance automotive aftermarket products. The filing contains no financial results, guidance, or other financial metrics. Its investor relevance is limited to board composition, with the nominations to be acted on at the November 2026 annual meeting.
02—Key points
Key Highlights
- Board nominations: The Board of Directors nominated Jean-Frédéric Dufour and Matthew E. Rubel as Class III director candidates.
- Annual meeting timing: The next annual meeting of stockholders is expected to be held on November 17, 2026, where the nominees would stand for election.
- Dufour background: Mr. Dufour is Chief Executive Officer of Rolex SA, a luxury watch designer, manufacturer, and seller.
- Rubel background: Mr. Rubel is the non-executive Chairman of the Board of Holley Inc., a maker and distributor of high-performance automotive aftermarket products.
- Filing type: The report is furnished under Item 7.01 (Regulation FD Disclosure) and includes only a Cover Page Interactive Data File (Exhibit 104) as an exhibit.
- No financial data: The filing does not report earnings, revenue, guidance, or other financial figures.
03—Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the two new director nominees?
The Board nominated Jean-Frédéric Dufour and Matthew E. Rubel to stand for election as Class III directors at the next annual meeting of stockholders.
When will shareholders vote on the nominees?
The next annual meeting of stockholders is expected to be held on November 17, 2026, which is when the nominees are expected to stand for election.
What are the nominees' primary professional roles?
Mr. Dufour is Chief Executive Officer of Rolex SA. Mr. Rubel is the non-executive Chairman of the Board of Holley Inc.
Does this filing include any financial results or guidance?
No. The filing addresses only the director nominations and includes no financial statements, results, or guidance.
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