Did Agilent Technologies (A) report any disagreement related to Rodney Gonsalves’ departure?

Agilent Technologies explicitly stated that Rodney Gonsalves’ planned retirement is not related to any disagreement. This includes matters involving the company’s accounting practices, financial statements, internal controls, or operations, emphasizing that his departure is a planned transition rather than a dispute-driven exit.

Agilent Technologies (NYSE: A) principal accounting officer to retire in 2027

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Form Type

8-K

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Agilent Technologies, Inc. reported that Rodney Gonsalves, its Vice President, Corporate Controller and Principal Accounting Officer, plans to retire in January 2027, with the exact date to be set later. The company states that his departure is not related to any disagreement regarding accounting practices, financial statements, internal controls, or operations.

By giving advance notice, Agilent plans to conduct a comprehensive search for his successor and have Mr. Gonsalves help with an orderly transition of his duties to the new principal accounting officer.

8-K Event Classification

2 items: 5.02, 9.01

2 items

Item 5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers Governance

Key personnel changes including departures, elections, or appointments of directors and executive officers.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits Exhibits

Financial statements, pro forma financial information, and exhibit attachments filed with this report.

Understanding 8-K Material Events →

03/06/2026 - 04:05 PM

UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

     Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 05, 2026

    

AGILENT TECHNOLOGIES, INC.

(Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter)


Delaware	001-15405	77-0518772
(State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation)	(Commission File Number)	(IRS Employer Identification No.)

5301 Stevens Creek Boulevard
Santa Clara, California		95051
(Address of Principal Executive Offices)		(Zip Code)

     Registrant’s Telephone Number, Including Area Code: 800 227-9770

    

(Former Name or Former Address, if Changed Since Last Report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

☐Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

☐Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

☐Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

☐Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:


Title of each class	Trading Symbol(s)	Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, $0.01 par value	A	New York Stock Exchange

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§ 230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§ 240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.

(b) On March 5, 2026, Rodney Gonsalves, informed Agilent Technologies, Inc. ("Agilent") that he would retire from his position as Agilent’s Vice President, Corporate Controller and Principal Accounting Officer in January 2027, the exact date to be determined at a later time. Mr. Gonsalves' departure is not related to any disagreement with Agilent on any matter relating to its accounting practices, financial statements, internal controls, or operations and the advance notice of his retirement allows lead time for Agilent to conduct a comprehensive search for his replacement and for Mr. Gonsalves to assist with the orderly transition of duties to his successor.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d) Exhibits


Exhibit No.		Description
104		Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document)

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.


			Agilent Technologies, Inc.

Date:	March 6, 2026	By:	/s/ Bret DiMarco
			Bret DiMarco Senior Vice President, Chief Legal Officer, and Secretary

Source: View Original Filing on SEC EDGAR

FAQ

What executive change did Agilent Technologies (A) disclose in this 8-K filing?

Agilent Technologies disclosed that Rodney Gonsalves, its Vice President, Corporate Controller and Principal Accounting Officer, plans to retire in January 2027. The filing notes his exact retirement date will be determined later and highlights plans for an orderly transition of responsibilities.

When is Agilent Technologies (A) principal accounting officer expected to retire?

Rodney Gonsalves informed Agilent Technologies that he plans to retire in January 2027. The precise date within that month will be set later, giving the company time to search for a replacement and arrange a structured handover of his accounting and control responsibilities.

What role does Rodney Gonsalves currently hold at Agilent Technologies (A)?

Rodney Gonsalves serves as Agilent Technologies’ Vice President, Corporate Controller and Principal Accounting Officer. These roles oversee key financial reporting and accounting control functions, so his announced retirement triggers a planned search for a successor and a structured transition period for those responsibilities.

How will Agilent Technologies (A) manage the transition after its principal accounting officer retires?

Agilent Technologies plans a comprehensive search for Rodney Gonsalves’ replacement ahead of his January 2027 retirement. The company expects Gonsalves to assist with an orderly transition, helping transfer his responsibilities in corporate controlling and principal accounting to the incoming officer.

What type of SEC filing did Agilent Technologies (A) use to announce the officer’s retirement?

Agilent Technologies used a Form 8-K to disclose the planned retirement of Rodney Gonsalves, its Vice President, Corporate Controller and Principal Accounting Officer. The disclosure appears under the item for departures or appointments of directors and certain officers, outlining timing and context for the leadership transition.

Filing Exhibits & Attachments

1 document