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Fossil Group, Inc. Announces Date for 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders

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Fossil Group (NASDAQ: FOSL) scheduled its 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders for October 2, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. Central Time. The Board set August 3, 2026 as the record date to determine stockholders entitled to vote at the meeting.

Stockholder proposals and director nominations under the Bylaws must be delivered in writing to the Company’s Secretary at 901 S. Central Expressway, Richardson, Texas 75080, by the close of business on July 30, 2026. The meeting location and further details will appear in Fossil Group’s proxy materials.

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News Market Reaction – FOSL

+2.47%
+2.47% Session close to close

In the Jul 21 session, FOSL gained 2.47%, reflecting a moderate positive market reaction.

Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.

Market Context

A director purchased 24,331 shares, adding insider-activity context to this procedural meeting notic...
Analysis

A director purchased 24,331 shares, adding insider-activity context to this procedural meeting notice. The active, not-effective S-3 shelf permits offerings of up to $150,000,000; proxy materials are the next factual disclosure to watch.

Key Figures

Annual Meeting Date: October 2, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. Central Time Record Date: August 3, 2026 Proposal Deadline: July 30, 2026 +2 more
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Annual Meeting Date October 2, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. Central Time 2026 Annual Meeting
Record Date August 3, 2026 2026 Annual Meeting
Proposal Deadline July 30, 2026 Stockholder proposals and director nominations
Deadline Timing 10th day After the public announcement of the meeting date
Prior Proxy Filing Date November 21, 2025 2025 Annual Meeting proxy statement filed with the SEC

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Jun 23 (Positive)
Pattern 5 events
Date Event Sentiment 24h Move Catalyst
Jun 23 Index inclusion Positive -3.8% Russell 2000 inclusion became effective after the June 2026 reconstitution.
May 19 Investor conference Neutral +0.8% Management scheduled investor meetings at TD Cowen's consumer conference.
May 13 Quarterly earnings Positive +6.1% First-quarter results included narrowed losses and reiterated full-year guidance.
Apr 29 Marketing partnership Positive -2.6% FOSSIL became InMobi's first brand partner for its Ad Experiences product.
Apr 27 Earnings date Neutral -1.5% The company scheduled its first-quarter 2026 earnings release and conference call.

24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.

Pattern Detected

FOSL's recent news reactions were mixed, with positive or neutral announcements followed by both gains and declines.

Key Terms

proxy statement, rule 14a-8, securities exchange act
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proxy statement regulatory
"The location of the 2026 Annual Meeting will be specified in the Company’s proxy statement"
A proxy statement is a document companies send to shareholders ahead of a meeting that lays out the items up for a vote—like who will sit on the board, executive pay, and major corporate decisions—and provides background so shareholders can decide how to cast their votes or appoint someone to vote for them. Think of it as an agenda plus a ballot and briefing notes, important because the outcomes can change control, strategy, and value.
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rule 14a-8 regulatory
"for purposes of Rule 14a-8 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934"
Rule 14a-8 is a U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission regulation that lets eligible shareholders put proposals on a public company’s proxy ballot for an annual meeting, provided they meet basic ownership and filing requirements. It matters to investors because it creates a formal way to raise governance or strategic issues and force a company-wide vote—like getting an item onto the agenda of a neighborhood association meeting once you’ve lived there long enough—so shareholders can push for change or influence management decisions.
securities exchange act regulatory
"under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended"
A securities exchange act is a law that sets the rules for how public securities markets operate, requiring regular disclosure by traded companies, policing insider trading, and overseeing market intermediaries. Think of it as a rulebook and referee combined: it forces companies to share financial and material information and gives regulators tools to investigate and punish unfair behavior, which helps investors make informed decisions and reduces the chance of fraud or market manipulation.

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RICHARDSON, Texas, July 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fossil Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: FOSL) (the “Company”) today announced that its 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders will be held on October 2, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. Central Time (the “2026 Annual Meeting”). The Company’s Board of Directors has set August 3, 2026 as the record date for the 2026 Annual Meeting. The location of the 2026 Annual Meeting will be specified in the Company’s proxy statement for the 2026 Annual Meeting.

Pursuant to the Company’s Sixth Amended and Restated Bylaws (the “Bylaws”), the Company is providing its stockholders with the deadlines for stockholder proposals and director nominations for the 2026 Annual Meeting. The deadlines for submitting stockholder proposals and director nominations pursuant to the Bylaws, as set forth in the Company’s proxy statement for the 2025 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 21, 2025, no longer apply.

Stockholders submitting proposals or director nominations under the Bylaws must provide written notice to the Company’s Secretary at its principal executive offices at 901 S. Central Expressway, Richardson, Texas 75080, no later than the close of business on July 30, 2026, which is the 10th day after the date of the Company’s public announcement of the date of the 2026 Annual Meeting and which the Company has determined, for purposes of Rule 14a‑8 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), to be a reasonable time before it begins to print and mail its proxy materials. In addition, stockholders must otherwise comply with the applicable provisions of the Bylaws and the Exchange Act.

Additional information regarding the 2026 Annual Meeting will be provided in the Company’s proxy statement and related materials.

About Fossil Group, Inc.

Fossil Group, Inc. is a global design, marketing, distribution and innovation company specializing in lifestyle accessories. Under a diverse portfolio of owned and licensed brands, our offerings include watches, jewelry, handbags, small leather goods, belts and sunglasses. We are committed to delivering the best in design and innovation across our owned brands, Fossil, Michele, Relic, Skagen and Zodiac, and licensed brands, Armani Exchange, Diesel, Emporio Armani, Michael Kors, Skechers and Tory Burch. We bring each brand story to life through an extensive distribution network across numerous geographies, categories, and channels. Certain press release and SEC filing information concerning the Company is also available at www.fossilgroup.com.    

Investor Relations:

Christine Greany
The Blueshirt Group
christine@blueshirtgroup.com


FAQ

When is the Fossil Group (NASDAQ: FOSL) 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders scheduled?

Fossil Group’s 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders is scheduled for October 2, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. Central Time. According to Fossil Group, additional meeting details, including the specific location, will be provided in the company’s proxy statement and related materials.

What is the record date for voting at Fossil Group’s 2026 Annual Meeting (FOSL)?

The record date for Fossil Group’s 2026 Annual Meeting is August 3, 2026. According to Fossil Group, stockholders of record at the close of business on that date will be entitled to receive notice of and vote at the 2026 Annual Meeting.

What is the deadline for Fossil Group (FOSL) stockholder proposals and director nominations for the 2026 meeting?

Stockholder proposals and director nominations must be received by Fossil Group by the close of business on July 30, 2026. According to Fossil Group, notices must be delivered in writing to the Secretary and comply with the company’s Bylaws and the Exchange Act.

Where should Fossil Group (FOSL) stockholders send proposals or director nominations for the 2026 Annual Meeting?

Stockholders should send proposals or director nominations to Fossil Group’s Secretary at 901 S. Central Expressway, Richardson, Texas 75080. According to Fossil Group, submissions must meet the Bylaws’ requirements and be delivered by the stated July 30, 2026 deadline.

How did Fossil Group change the deadline rules for 2026 Annual Meeting proposals (FOSL)?

Fossil Group specified new deadlines that supersede those in its 2025 proxy statement. According to Fossil Group, stockholders now must submit proposals and director nominations by July 30, 2026, the 10th day after public announcement of the 2026 meeting date.

How does Fossil Group describe the Rule 14a-8 timing for its 2026 Annual Meeting (FOSL)?

Fossil Group considers July 30, 2026 a reasonable time before it begins printing and mailing proxy materials for Rule 14a-8 purposes. According to Fossil Group, this date aligns with the 10th day after public announcement of the 2026 Annual Meeting.