Board member Ben A. Guill steps down from NOV Inc. (NOV) Board

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NOV Inc. reported that director Ben A. Guill has resigned from its Board of Directors. His resignation became effective following the Board meeting on February 19, 2026.

The company states that Mr. Guill is stepping down due to his future personal schedule and other time commitments, and that his departure is not related to any dispute or disagreement over NOV’s operations, policies, or practices. NOV expressed appreciation for his distinguished service and contributions to the company.

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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): February 19, 2026

NOV INC.

(Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter)

Delaware			1-12317	76-0475815
(State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation)			(Commission File Number)	(IRS Employer Identification No.)
10353 Richmond Ave.
Houston, Texas				77042
(Address of Principal Executive Offices)				(Zip Code)

Registrant’s Telephone Number, Including Area Code: 346 223-3000

(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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☐Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

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

Title of each class		Trading Symbol(s)		Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, par value $0.01 per share		NOV		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 (§ 230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§ 240.12b-2 of this chapter).

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.

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Appointment of Officers

On February 19, 2026, Ben A. Guill, director of NOV Inc. (the “Company”), informed the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”) that he resigned as a member of the Board effective following the Company’s Board meeting on February 19, 2026 due to his future personal schedule and other time commitments. Mr. Guill’s resignation from the Board is not the result of any dispute or disagreement with the Company or the Board on any matter relating to the Company’s operations, policies, or practices.

The Company thanks Mr. Guill for his distinguished service on the Board and significant contributions to the Company.

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.

			NOV INC.
Date:	February 20, 2026	By:	/s/ Peter F. Vranderic
			Peter F. Vranderic Vice President

FAQ

What did NOV (NOV) disclose in this 8-K filing?

NOV disclosed that Board member Ben A. Guill resigned effective after the February 19, 2026 Board meeting. The company explained this was due to his personal schedule and time commitments, and specifically noted there was no dispute or disagreement related to the company’s operations or policies.

Why did NOV director Ben A. Guill resign from the Board?

Ben A. Guill resigned from NOV’s Board because of his future personal schedule and other time commitments. The company emphasized that his decision was not connected to any disagreement with NOV or its Board regarding operations, policies, or practices, indicating an amicable departure.

Did NOV (NOV) report any dispute related to Ben A. Guill’s resignation?

NOV stated that Ben A. Guill’s resignation was not due to any dispute or disagreement with the company or its Board. This includes matters related to NOV’s operations, policies, or practices, suggesting his departure was based solely on personal scheduling and time considerations.

When did Ben A. Guill’s resignation from NOV’s Board become effective?

His resignation became effective following NOV’s Board meeting on February 19, 2026. The filing explains that he informed the Board on that date and stepped down after the meeting, aligning the effectiveness of his resignation with the conclusion of that Board session.

How did NOV characterize Ben A. Guill’s service on its Board?

NOV thanked Ben A. Guill for his distinguished service on the Board and his significant contributions to the company. This language indicates the company’s positive view of his tenure and frames the resignation as a respectful and appreciative transition rather than a contentious event.

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