Cooper Companies (NASDAQ: COO) adds principal accounting role to CFO Brian Andrews

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

On December 9, 2025, The Cooper Companies, Inc. assigned its Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, Brian G. Andrews, the additional role of principal accounting officer, taking over that responsibility from Agostino Ricupati.

Mr. Ricupati will continue serving as the company’s Senior Vice President, Tax. The company states there are no special arrangements, family relationships, related-party transactions or compensation changes associated with Mr. Andrews’ assumption of the principal accounting officer role.

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, DC 20549

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FORM 8-K

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CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the

Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): December 9, 2025

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THE COOPER COMPANIES, INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

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Delaware

001-08597

94-2657368

(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)

(Commission File Number)

(IRS Employer Identification No.)

6101 Bollinger Canyon Road, Suite 500, San Ramon, California 94583

(Address of principal executive offices, including Zip Code)

(925) 460-3600

(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

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

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Trading Symbol

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Common Stock, $.10 par value

COO

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

On December 9, 2025, Brian G. Andrews, Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer of The Cooper Companies, Inc. (the “Company”), assumed the role of principal accounting officer of the Company from Agostino Ricupati, who will continue in the role of the Company’s Senior Vice President, Tax.

Mr. Andrews has served as the Company’s Executive Vice President since 2020 and Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer since 2018. Additional biographical information regarding Mr. Andrews is included in the Company’s most recent proxy statement, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 19, 2025.

There are no arrangements or understandings between Mr. Andrews and any other persons pursuant to which he assumed the additional responsibilities of principal accounting officer. Additionally, there are no family relationships or transactions involving the Company and Mr. Andrews that the Company would be required to report pursuant to Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K. No changes were made to Mr. Andrews’ compensation in connection with his assumption of the additional responsibilities of principal accounting officer.

ITEM 9.01.    Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d)    Exhibits.

Exhibit			Description
104.1			Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document).

SIGNATURE

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.

    THE COOPER COMPANIES, INC.

    By:     /s/ Daniel G. McBride    

        Daniel G. McBride

    Executive Vice President, Chief Operating                                                     

Officer, General Counsel & Secretary

Dated: December 12, 2025

FAQ

What leadership change did The Cooper Companies (COO) report on December 9, 2025?

The Cooper Companies reported that Brian G. Andrews, its Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, assumed the additional role of principal accounting officer, a responsibility previously held by Agostino Ricupati.

Who is Brian G. Andrews at The Cooper Companies (COO)?

Brian G. Andrews serves as The Cooper Companies’ Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, roles he has held since 2018 (EVP since 2020), and he has now also been designated as the company’s principal accounting officer.

What role will Agostino Ricupati have at The Cooper Companies (COO) after this change?

Agostino Ricupati, who previously served as principal accounting officer, will continue in his position as Senior Vice President, Tax at The Cooper Companies.

Did The Cooper Companies (COO) change Brian Andrews’ compensation with his new role?

The company states that no changes were made to Brian G. Andrews’ compensation in connection with his assumption of the additional responsibilities of principal accounting officer.

Are there any related-party arrangements tied to Brian Andrews’ new responsibilities at The Cooper Companies (COO)?

The company reports there are no arrangements or understandings under which Brian G. Andrews assumed the new role, and no family relationships or transactions involving him that would require disclosure under Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K.