Sir Douglas Flint to chair Prudential (NYSE: PUK) after AGM

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Prudential plc confirms that Sir Douglas Flint’s appointment as a Non-Executive Director and Chair-Designate will become effective on 4 March 2026. He will also join the Nomination & Governance and Remuneration Committees on that date, strengthening his role in board oversight.

As previously announced, Sir Douglas is expected to succeed Shriti Vadera as Chair of the Board following the Annual General Meeting on 28 May 2026, when Vadera will retire after six years of service. Prudential notes that Sir Douglas currently holds 20,000 Prudential shares and reiterates its focus on life and health insurance and asset management across key Asian and African markets.

Form 6-K: How Foreign Companies Report to the SEC →

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 February, 2026

PRUDENTIAL PUBLIC LIMITED COMPANY

(Translation of registrant's name into English)

13/F, One International Finance Centre,

1 Harbour View Street, Central,

Hong Kong, China

(Address of principal executive offices)

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 X           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 X

If "Yes" is marked, indicate below the file number assigned to the registrant

in connection with Rule 12g3-2(b): 82-

Effective date of Sir Douglas Flint's appointment to the Board

Further to the announcement on 14 January 2026, Prudential plc confirms that Sir Douglas Flint's appointment as a Non-Executive Director and Chair-Designate will become effective on 4 March 2026.

He will also join the Nomination & Governance and Remuneration Committees on that date.

As previously announced, Sir Douglas will succeed Shriti Vadera as Chair of the Board following the Company's Annual General Meeting on 28 May 2026 when Shriti Vadera will retire from the Board after six years of service.

About Prudential plc

Prudential provides life and health insurance and asset management in Greater China, ASEAN, India and Africa. Prudential's mission is to be the most trusted partner and protector for this generation and generations to come, by providing simple and accessible financial and health solutions. The business has dual primary listings on the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong (HKEX: 2378) and the London Stock Exchange (LSE: PRU). It also has a secondary listing on the Singapore Stock Exchange (SGX: K6S) and a listing on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: PUK) in the form of American Depositary Receipts. It is a constituent of the Hang Seng Composite Index and is also included for trading in the Shenzhen-Hong Kong Stock Connect programme and the Shanghai-Hong Kong Stock Connect programme.

Prudential is not affiliated in any manner with Prudential Financial, Inc. a company whose principal place of business is in the United States of America, nor with The Prudential Assurance Company Limited, a subsidiary of M&G plc, a company incorporated in the United Kingdom.

www.prudentialplc.com/

About Sir Douglas Jardine Flint

Sir Douglas holds 20,000 shares in Prudential plc at the date of this announcement.

Save as disclosed above, there are no changes to the information required to be disclosed pursuant to Rule 13.51(2) of the Rules Governing the Listing of Securities on the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited.

Contact

Tom Clarkson, Company Secretary, +44 (0)20 3977 9172

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.

Date: 13 February 2026

PRUDENTIAL PUBLIC LIMITED COMPANY

By: /s/ Thomas Clarkson

Thomas Clarkson

Company Secretary 

FAQ

What board changes did Prudential plc (PUK) announce in this 6-K?

Prudential plc announced that Sir Douglas Flint’s appointment as Non-Executive Director and Chair-Designate becomes effective on 4 March 2026. He will join the Nomination & Governance and Remuneration Committees and is expected to succeed Shriti Vadera as Chair after the 28 May 2026 Annual General Meeting.

When will Sir Douglas Flint become Chair of Prudential plc (PUK)?

Sir Douglas Flint is expected to become Chair of Prudential plc after the Annual General Meeting on 28 May 2026. At that meeting, current Chair Shriti Vadera will retire from the Board after six years of service, completing the planned leadership transition.

What is the effective date of Sir Douglas Flint’s board appointment at Prudential plc (PUK)?

Sir Douglas Flint’s appointment as a Non-Executive Director and Chair-Designate becomes effective on 4 March 2026. From that date, he will sit on the Nomination & Governance and Remuneration Committees, preparing for his subsequent role as Chair of the Board.

How many Prudential plc (PUK) shares does Sir Douglas Flint hold?

Sir Douglas Flint holds 20,000 Prudential plc shares as of the announcement date. This personal shareholding aligns his interests with shareholders as he joins the Board, becomes Chair-Designate, and prepares to assume the role of Chair following the May 2026 Annual General Meeting.

What will happen to current Prudential plc (PUK) Chair Shriti Vadera?

Shriti Vadera will retire from the Prudential plc Board at the Annual General Meeting on 28 May 2026. Her departure comes after six years of service as Chair, and Sir Douglas Flint is expected to succeed her following that meeting as part of a planned transition.

Where does Prudential plc (PUK) primarily operate and list its shares?

Prudential plc provides life and health insurance and asset management in Greater China, ASEAN, India and Africa. Its shares have dual primary listings in Hong Kong and London, with additional listings in Singapore and on the New York Stock Exchange via American Depositary Receipts.