[8-K] MDU Resources Group, Inc. Reports Material Event

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

MDU Resources Group, Inc. increased its Board to nine directors and elected Charles M. Kelley and Tammy J. Miller as nonemployee directors, effective immediately, to serve until the 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders. The Board appointed both to the Audit Committee and determined they are independent under NYSE listing standards.

Both will receive the same nonemployee director compensation as other nonemployee directors, prorated for their time of service. The filing incorporates biographical and compensation details by reference to the company’s proxy statement and furnishes a news release as an exhibit.

Positive

• Board size increased to nine, providing expanded governance capacity
• Charles M. Kelley and Tammy J. Miller elected as nonemployee directors to serve until the 2026 Annual Meeting
• Both appointees joined the Audit Committee, strengthening financial oversight resources
• Board determined both directors are independent under NYSE listing standards
• New directors will receive standard nonemployee director compensation, prorated for time of service

Negative

• None.

Insights

Corporate Governance Expert

TL;DR Board expansion and two independent Audit Committee appointments strengthen governance but are routine and not materially transformative.

The Board increased its size to nine and added two nonemployee directors who were each appointed to the Audit Committee and deemed independent under NYSE standards. From a governance perspective, adding Audit Committee members with confirmed independence can enhance financial oversight and committee capacity. The filing references the proxy statement for biographical and compensation details, indicating the hires follow standard disclosure practice.

Financial Analyst

TL;DR Governance-positive update with no disclosed financial impact; likely immaterial to near-term performance.

The 8-K reports board appointments and committee assignments but contains no operational or financial metrics. While improved Audit Committee resources can be favorable for oversight of financial reporting and controls, the filing shows no immediate effect on revenue, earnings, or capital structure. Investors should note the incorporation of proxy details for background and compensation, but the announcement itself is routine.

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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): August 12, 2025

MDU Resources Group, Inc.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware			1-03480			30-1133956
(State or other jurisdiction of			(Commission File Number)			(IRS Employer Identification No.)
incorporation)

1200 West Century Avenue

P.O. Box 5650

Bismarck, North Dakota

(Address of principal executive offices)

58506

(Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (701) 530-1000

N/A

(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:

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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934:

Title of each class

Trading Symbol(s)

Name of each exchange on which registered

Common Stock, par value $1.00 per share

MDU

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 or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

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.

On August 12, 2025, the Board of Directors of MDU Resources Group, Inc. (the “Company”) increased the total number of directors to nine and elected Charles M. Kelley and Tammy J. Miller as directors of the Board, effective immediately, to serve until the 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders. The Board appointed both Mr. Kelley and Ms. Miller to the Audit Committee.

The Board has determined that Mr. Kelley and Ms. Miller are each independent under the New York Stock Exchange listing standards because they each have no material relationship to the Company that would impair their independence.

As nonemployee directors of the Board, Mr. Kelley and Ms. Miller will each receive the same compensation as the other nonemployee directors of the Board, prorated for their respective time of service. The information required by Item 5.02(d)(5) of Form 8-K is contained in the Company’s Proxy Statement for the 2025 Annual Meeting of Stockholders filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on April 3, 2025 and is incorporated herein by reference.

Item 7.01. Regulation FD Disclosure.

On August 13, 2025, the Company issued a news release announcing the election of Mr. Kelley and Ms. Miller to the Board. A copy of the news release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1, which, in its entirety, is incorporated herein by reference.

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d) Exhibits.

Exhibit No.						Description
99.1						News Release of MDU Resources Group, Inc. dated August 13, 2025.
104						Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document).

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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.

Date: August 13, 2025

			MDU RESOURCES GROUP, INC.
			By:			/s/ Anthony D. Foti
						Name: Anthony D. Foti
						Title: Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary

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FAQ

Who were appointed to MDU's board (MDU)?

The Board elected Charles M. Kelley and Tammy J. Miller as nonemployee directors, effective immediately, to serve until the 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders.

Did the new directors join any committees at MDU?

Yes, both Mr. Kelley and Ms. Miller were appointed to the company’s Audit Committee.

Are the newly appointed directors independent according to the filing?

Yes, the Board determined that both individuals are independent under NYSE listing standards.

Will the new directors receive compensation?

Yes, as nonemployee directors they will receive the same nonemployee director compensation as other nonemployee directors, prorated for their time of service.

Where can I find more details about the new directors' backgrounds and compensation?

Biographical and compensation information is incorporated by reference to the company’s Proxy Statement for the 2025 Annual Meeting, and a news release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1.