Ernst & Young named auditor for Universal Logistics (NASDAQ: ULH)

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Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc. has appointed Ernst & Young LLP (EY) as its independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026, effective March 16, 2026.

The company states that during its fiscal years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024, and through March 16, 2026, neither it nor anyone acting on its behalf consulted EY on how to apply accounting principles to specific transactions or on the type of audit opinion that might be issued. It also reports there were no consultations with EY on any matters involving disagreements or reportable events as defined in SEC Regulation S-K.

8-K Event Classification

2 items: 4.01, 9.01

2 items

Item 4.01 Changes in Registrant's Certifying Accountant Governance

The company changed its independent auditing firm, which may involve disagreements on accounting matters.

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 →

03/20/2026 - 04:15 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 16, 2026

    

Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc.

(Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter)


Nevada	0-51142	38-3640097
(State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation)	(Commission File Number)	(IRS Employer Identification No.)

12755 E. Nine Mile Road
Warren, Michigan		48089
(Address of Principal Executive Offices)		(Zip Code)

     Registrant’s Telephone Number, Including Area Code: 586 920-0100

    

(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, no par value	ULH	The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC

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 4.01 Changes in Registrant’s Certifying Accountant.

(b) Engagement of New Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

Effective March 16, 2026, the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors approved the appointment of Ernst & Young LLP (“EY”) as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026.

During the Company’s fiscal years ended December 31, 2025 and December 31, 2024, and through March 16, 2026, neither the Company nor anyone on its behalf consulted with EY regarding (i) the application of accounting principles to a specified transaction, either completed or proposed, or the type of audit opinion that might be rendered on the Company’s financial statements, and neither a written report nor oral advice was provided to the Company that EY concluded was an important factor considered by the Company in reaching a decision as to the accounting, auditing, or financial reporting issue, or (ii) any matter that was the subject of a disagreement (as defined in Item 304(a)(1)(iv) of Regulation S-K) or a reportable event (as defined in Item 304(a)(1)(v) of Regulation S-K).

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits.


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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.


			UNIVERSAL LOGISTICS HOLDINGS, INC.

Date:	March 20, 2026	By:	/s/ Steven Fitzpatrick
			Steven Fitzpatrick Secretary

Source: View Original Filing on SEC EDGAR

FAQ

What auditor did Universal Logistics Holdings (ULH) appoint in 2026?

Universal Logistics Holdings appointed Ernst & Young LLP (EY) as its independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026, following approval by the Audit Committee effective March 16, 2026.

When does Ernst & Young’s engagement with Universal Logistics (ULH) begin?

Ernst & Young’s engagement as Universal Logistics’ independent registered public accounting firm is effective March 16, 2026, covering the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026, as approved by the company’s Audit Committee.

Did Universal Logistics (ULH) consult EY on accounting issues before the 2026 appointment?

Universal Logistics states it did not consult Ernst & Young on applying accounting principles, specific transactions, or potential audit opinions during fiscal 2024, fiscal 2025, or through March 16, 2026, before EY’s formal appointment.

Were there any disagreements or reportable events involving EY and Universal Logistics (ULH)?

The company reports no matters with Ernst & Young that were the subject of a disagreement or a reportable event, as those terms are defined in Item 304(a)(1) of Regulation S-K, during the covered periods.

Who approved Ernst & Young’s appointment as auditor for Universal Logistics (ULH)?

The Audit Committee of Universal Logistics Holdings’ Board of Directors approved the appointment of Ernst & Young LLP as the company’s independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026.

Filing Exhibits & Attachments

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