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FAIR ISAAC CORP 8-K Report, Exit or Disposal Costs (Oct 6, 2026)

Reports
Financial Events
Filing Date
Filed October 6, 2026
Period End
October 1, 2026
Security
FICO
In the record · 2016–202610-K1010-Q348-K90

FICO filed 10 annual reports (10-K), 34 quarterly reports (10-Q) and 90 current reports (8-K) between 2016 and 2026.

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01—Abstract

Summary

Summary of the 8-K filed October 6, 2026. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.

Fair Isaac Corporation (FICO) has announced a significant workforce reduction plan, affecting approximately 15%a of its positions across the company.

This strategic move is driven by a commitment to simplifying the organizational structure, optimizing processes, and integrating AI-driven product development. Management expects this plan to be substantially completed by the end of the third quarter of fiscal year 2027. Investors should note that this restructuring is intended to streamline operations and enhance efficiency in the long term.

The company anticipates incurring pre-tax charges of approximately $27.0 millionb in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2026, primarily related to employee severance and associated costs. These charges are expected to result in future cash expenditures. While these restructuring efforts aim to improve future performance, investors should be aware of the immediate financial impact and the inherent risks associated with forward-looking statements regarding the plan's execution and outcomes.

02—Key points

Key Highlights

  1. FICO is implementing a workforce reduction affecting approximately 15% of its employees.
  2. The restructuring aims to reduce organizational layers, simplify operations, and integrate AI in product development.
  3. The plan is expected to be substantially completed by the end of Q3 fiscal year 2027.
  4. FICO anticipates incurring pre-tax charges of approximately $27.0 million in Q4 fiscal year 2026.
  5. These charges are primarily for employee severance and related costs.
  6. The majority of the severance costs are expected to result in future cash outflows.

03—Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. What is the primary reason for FICO's workforce reduction?

    FICO is reducing its workforce to simplify its organizational structure, optimize processes and tools, and integrate AI-driven product development, aiming for greater efficiency and strategic alignment.

  2. How many employees are affected by this reduction?

    Approximately 15% of FICO's positions across the company are being eliminated as part of this workforce reduction plan.

  3. What is the expected financial impact of this restructuring?

    FICO expects to incur pre-tax charges of approximately $27.0 million in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2026, mainly for employee severance and related costs. These costs are expected to lead to future cash expenditures.

  4. When is this workforce reduction plan expected to be completed?

    The company expects the plan to be substantially completed by the end of the third quarter of fiscal year 2027.

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