Kimball Electronics (NASDAQ: KE) plans rebrand to Kimball Solutions and new facility ceremony

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Kimball Electronics, Inc. reported that it will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony for its new manufacturing facility in Indianapolis on February 6, 2026. The company also announced its intention to rebrand as Kimball Solutions, Inc., which will be subject to approval by its share owners. These updates were disclosed through a press release attached as an exhibit, highlighting both the expansion of manufacturing operations and a planned change in corporate identity, pending shareholder consent.

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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)   January 8, 2026

KIMBALL ELECTRONICS, INC.

________________________________________________________________________________________________________

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Indiana

001-36454

35-2047713

(State or other jurisdiction of

(Commission File

(IRS Employer Identification No.)

incorporation)

Number)

1205 Kimball Boulevard, Jasper, Indiana						47546
(Address of principal executive offices)						(Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code   (812) 634-4000

Not Applicable

(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
Title of each Class			Trading Symbol			Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, no par value			KE			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 (Section 230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Section 240.12b-2 of this chapter).

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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. o

Item 8.01 Other Events

On January 8, 2026, Kimball Electronics, Inc. (the “Company”) issued a press release announcing the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new manufacturing facility in Indianapolis will be held on February 6, 2026 and its intention to rebrand as Kimball Solutions, Inc., subject to Share Owners’ approval. The Company’s press release announcing the ribbon-cutting ceremony details and the intention to rebrand is attached as Exhibit 99.1.

The information contained in, or incorporated into, this Item 8.01, including Exhibit 99.1 attached hereto, is being furnished and shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, nor shall it be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits

(d) Exhibits

The following exhibits are filed as part of this report:

Exhibit
Number						Description
99.1						Press Release dated January 8, 2026
104						Cover Page Interactive Data File (formatted in Inline XBRL)

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.

			KIMBALL ELECTRONICS, INC.
By:			/s/ Jana T. Croom
			JANA T. CROOM Chief Financial Officer

Date: January 8, 2026

FAQ

What did Kimball Electronics (KE) disclose in this 8-K filing?

Kimball Electronics disclosed a ribbon-cutting ceremony date for its new Indianapolis manufacturing facility and its intention to rebrand as Kimball Solutions, Inc., subject to share owner approval.

When is the Kimball Electronics Indianapolis ribbon-cutting ceremony?

The ribbon-cutting ceremony for Kimball Electronics’ new manufacturing facility in Indianapolis is scheduled for February 6, 2026.

What new name is Kimball Electronics (KE) planning to adopt?

Kimball Electronics intends to rebrand as Kimball Solutions, Inc., with the change subject to approval by its share owners.

Is the Kimball Electronics name change already approved?

No. The company’s intention to rebrand as Kimball Solutions, Inc. is subject to Share Owners’ approval.

Where can investors find more details about Kimball Electronics’ announcement?

Further details are provided in the company’s press release dated January 8, 2026, attached as Exhibit 99.1 to the report.

Does this 8-K filing include audited financial results for Kimball Electronics (KE)?

No. The report focuses on the new Indianapolis facility ribbon-cutting and the intended rebranding, and references a press release as Exhibit 99.1.