Nexxen International Plans Switch to EY as Auditor
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Nexxen International Ltd. approved a plan to replace Somekh Chaikin, a member firm of KPMG International, with Kost Forer Gabbay & Kasierer, a member of Ernst & Young Global, as its independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026, contingent and effective upon shareholder approval at the 2026 Annual General Meeting.
The company states that KPMG’s reports on its financial statements for the fiscal years ended December 31, 2025, 2024 and 2023 contained no adverse opinions, disclaimers, or qualifications, and that there were no disagreements or reportable events as defined in Item 16F(a)(1)(v) of Form 20-F. KPMG sent a letter dated July 31, 2026 agreeing with these statements, except that it does not confirm whether the change was recommended by the audit committee and approved by the board.
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Key Figures
New audit period: Fiscal year ending December 31, 2026
Prior audit years by KPMG: Fiscal years ended December 31, 2025, 2024 and 2023
KPMG dismissal date: July 29, 2026
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New audit period
Fiscal year ending December 31, 2026
EY to serve as independent registered public accounting firm for this fiscal year, subject to shareholder approval
Prior audit years by KPMG
Fiscal years ended December 31, 2025, 2024 and 2023
KPMG’s reports for these years had no adverse opinions, disclaimers, or qualifications
KPMG dismissal date
July 29, 2026
KPMG states it was dismissed as Nexxen’s principal accountant on this date
KPMG confirmation letter date
July 31, 2026
KPMG’s letter agrees with Nexxen’s description of the auditor change, with a limited exception
Shareholder approval timing
2026 Annual General Meeting
EY engagement becomes effective only upon approval at the 2026 AGM
Key Terms
independent registered public accounting firm, reportable events, Item 16F(a)(1)(v) of Form 20-F, incorporated by reference
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independent registered public accounting firm regulatory
"engage EY as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm"
An independent registered public accounting firm is an outside accounting company officially registered with the government regulator to examine and report on a public company's financial records and controls. Investors treat its reports like an impartial inspector’s certificate — they add credibility to financial statements, help spot errors or misleading claims, and reduce the risk that shareholders are relying on unchecked or biased numbers.
reportable events regulatory
"there were no reportable events as the term is described in Item 16F(a)(1)(v)"
Reportable events are significant incidents or changes a company is legally required to disclose to regulators and the public, such as major safety problems, legal actions, financial irregularities, or management changes. They matter to investors because these events can alter a company’s risk profile or future performance, much like a dashboard warning light signals a problem that could affect a car’s safety or reliability. Timely disclosure helps investors make informed decisions and maintain market fairness.
Item 16F(a)(1)(v) of Form 20-F regulatory
"as the term is described in Item 16F(a)(1)(v) of Form 20-F"
incorporated by reference regulatory
"This Report and related exhibits are incorporated by reference into the Company’s registration statements"
FAQ
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What auditor change did Nexxen International (NEXN) announce?
Nexxen International plans to engage EY as its independent auditor for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026, replacing KPMG. The change was recommended by the audit committee and approved by the board, subject to shareholder approval at the 2026 Annual General Meeting.
Were there any disagreements between Nexxen International (NEXN) and KPMG?
Nexxen states there were no disagreements with KPMG on accounting principles, practices, financial statement disclosure, or audit scope and procedures. It also reports no reportable events as defined in Item 16F(a)(1)(v) of Form 20-F during the 2023–2025 audits and subsequent interim period.
When will EY’s appointment as Nexxen International (NEXN) auditor become effective?
EY’s engagement as Nexxen’s independent registered public accounting firm for the 2026 fiscal year will be contingent and effective upon shareholder approval. That approval is to be sought at Nexxen’s 2026 Annual General Meeting of Shareholders, according to the company’s disclosure.
How did KPMG respond to Nexxen International (NEXN)’s description of the auditor change?
KPMG sent a letter dated July 31, 2026 stating it agrees with Nexxen’s statements about the auditor change. It added that it is not in a position to agree or disagree with the statement that the change was recommended by the audit committee and approved by the board.
Which periods did KPMG audit for Nexxen International (NEXN)?
KPMG reported on Nexxen’s consolidated financial statements for the fiscal years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024, and Nexxen notes KPMG’s reports also covered 2023. For 2023–2025, the company says these reports had no adverse opinions, disclaimers, or qualifications.
How is the auditor change used in Nexxen International (NEXN)’s registration statements?
The auditor-change disclosure and related exhibits are incorporated by reference into Nexxen’s Form S-8 registration statements with file numbers 333-258731, 333-277709, 333-285552 and 333-293990. They become part of those registrations unless later documents supersede them.
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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM 6-K
REPORT OF FOREIGN PRIVATE ISSUER PURSUANT TO RULE 13a-16 OR 15d-16 OF
THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the Month of August 2026
Commission File Number 001-40504
Nexxen International Ltd.
(Translation of registrant’s name into English)
82 Yigal Alon Street, Tel Aviv 6789124, Israel
(Address of principal executive office)
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant files or will file annual reports under cover Form 20-F or Form 40-F.
Form 20-F ☒ Form 40-F ☐
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant by furnishing the information contained in this Form is also thereby furnishing the information to the Commission pursuant to Rule 12g3-2(b) under the
Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
Yes ☐ No ☒
If “Yes” is marked, indicate below the file number assigned to the registrant in connection with Rule 12g3-2(b): N/A
Changes in Registrant’s Certifying Accountant; Related Disclosures Re: Accounting Matters
Following review and consultation, the Audit Committee (the “Audit Committee”) of the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Nexxen International Ltd. (the “Company”) concluded to recommend to the Board that the Company replace Somekh Chaikin, Member Firm of KPMG
International (“KPMG”), with Kost Forer Gabbay & Kasierer, a member of Ernst & Young Global (“EY”), as the Company’s
independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026, and approve the engagement of EY as the Company’s independent public accounting firm. The Board subsequently accepted the recommendation of the Audit
Committee and approved the engagement of EY as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026, contingent and effective upon the approval of such engagement by the Company’s shareholders at
the Company’s 2026 Annual General Meeting of Shareholders.
The reports of KPMG on the Company’s financial statements for the fiscal years ended December 31, 2025, 2024 and 2023 did not contain an adverse opinion or a disclaimer of opinion and were not
qualified or modified as to uncertainty, audit scope or accounting principles. In connection with the audits of the Company’s financial statements for each of the fiscal years ended December 31, 2025, 2024 and 2023, and during the subsequent
interim period through the date of this Proxy Statement, there were no disagreements with KPMG on any matters of accounting principles or practices, financial statement disclosure or auditing scope and procedures which, if not resolved to the
satisfaction of KPMG, would have caused KPMG to make reference to the matter in their reports on the Company’s financial statements; and there were no reportable events as the term is described in Item 16F(a)(1)(v) of Form 20-F.
The Company delivered a copy of the disclosure in this Form 6-K to KPMG and requested that a letter addressed to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission stating whether or not it agrees with
the statements made in response to this disclosure and, if not, stating the respects in which it does not agree. KPMG responded with a letter dated July 31, 2026, a copy of which is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this Form 6-K stating that KPMG
agrees with the statements set forth above.
This Report and related exhibits are incorporated by reference into the Company’s registration statements on Form S-8 (File Nos. 333-258731, 333-277709, 333-285552 and 333-293990), and shall be a
part thereof from the date on which this Report is furnished, to the extent not superseded by documents or reports subsequently filed or furnished.
Exhibit
99.1 Letter, dated July 31, 2026, from Somekh Chaikin, Member Firm of KPMG International, addressed to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
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, thereunto duly authorized.
Nexxen International Ltd.
| By: |
/S/ SAGI NIRI
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| Name: |
Sagi Niri
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| Title: |
Chief Financial Officer
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Date: August 3, 2026
Exhibit 99.1
July 31, 2026
Securities and Exchange Commission
Washington, D.C. 20549
Ladies and Gentlemen:
We were previously principal accountants for Nexxen International Ltd. and, under the date of March 4, 2026, we reported on the consolidated financial statements of Nexxen International Ltd as of and for the years
ended December 31, 2025 and 2024. On July 29, 2026, we were dismissed.
We have read Nexxen International Ltd’s statements included in the Report of Foreign Private Issuer on Form 6-K of Nexxen International Ltd. dated July 31, 2026, and we agree with such statements except we are not in a
position to agree or disagree with Nexxen International Ltd‘s statement that the change was recommended by the audit committee of the board of directors and approved by the board of directors.
Very truly yours,
Somekh Chaikin
Member Firm of KPMG International
Tel Aviv, Israel