Global unit of INNOVATE Corp. (NYSE: VATE) plans to pay cash dividend

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INNOVATE Corp. filed a current report to note that one of its portfolio companies, referred to as Global, plans to pay a cash dividend. The company disclosed this by issuing a press release titled “INNOVATE’s Portfolio Company Global to Pay Cash Dividend,” which is included as an exhibit.

The press release is attached as Exhibit 99.1 and is furnished rather than filed, meaning it is not automatically incorporated into other securities law filings. The report also includes the cover page interactive data file as Exhibit 104.

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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 2, 2026

INNOVATE CORP.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware			001-35210			54-1708481
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)			(Commission File Number)			(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

295 Madison Ave, 12th Fl
New York, NY						10017
(Address of principal executive offices)						(Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (212) 235-2691

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 (see General Instruction A.2. below):

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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, par value $0.001 per share			VATE			New York Stock Exchange
Preferred Stock Purchase Rights			N/A			New York Stock Exchange

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in 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 8.01 Other Events.

On February 2, 2026, the Company issued a press release titled "INNOVATE’s Portfolio Company DBM Global to Pay Cash Dividend". A copy of the press release is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K.

Exhibit 99.1 shall not be deemed filed for purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act, nor shall it be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in a filing.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d)    Exhibits

Exhibit No.			Description
99.1			Press Release dated February 2, 2026, titled “INNOVATE’s Portfolio Company DBM Global to Pay Cash Dividend”
104			Cover Page Interactive Data File (the cover page XBRL tags are embedded within the inline XBRL document).

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.

Date: February 2, 2026

			INNOVATE Corp. (Registrant)
			By:			/s/ Michael J. Sena
						Name: Michael J. Sena
						Title: Chief Financial Officer

FAQ

What did INNOVATE Corp. (VATE) disclose in this 8-K filing?

INNOVATE Corp. disclosed that its portfolio company Global will pay a cash dividend. The company reported that this information is contained in a press release titled “INNOVATE’s Portfolio Company Global to Pay Cash Dividend,” which is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 with the current report.

Which INNOVATE Corp. portfolio company is mentioned as paying a cash dividend?

The filing references a portfolio company identified as Global. INNOVATE Corp. states that Global will pay a cash dividend, and this development is described in a press release attached as Exhibit 99.1, titled “INNOVATE’s Portfolio Company Global to Pay Cash Dividend.”

How did INNOVATE Corp. (VATE) communicate the Global cash dividend news?

INNOVATE Corp. communicated the Global dividend news via a press release. The company notes that on February 2, 2026, it issued a press release titled “INNOVATE’s Portfolio Company Global to Pay Cash Dividend,” which is included with the report as Exhibit 99.1 for investors to review.

Is INNOVATE Corp.’s Global dividend press release considered filed with the SEC?

The Global dividend press release is furnished, not deemed filed. INNOVATE Corp. specifies that Exhibit 99.1 is not treated as filed for Section 18 liability or automatically incorporated into Securities Act filings, unless specifically referenced in another filing.

What exhibits are included in this INNOVATE Corp. (VATE) 8-K?

The 8-K includes two exhibits: 99.1 and 104. Exhibit 99.1 is the press release titled “INNOVATE’s Portfolio Company Global to Pay Cash Dividend,” dated February 2, 2026. Exhibit 104 is the cover page interactive data file with inline XBRL tagging.

Who signed the INNOVATE Corp. 8-K related to the Global dividend?

The 8-K was signed on behalf of INNOVATE Corp. by Michael J. Sena. The filing states that Michael J. Sena, serving as Chief Financial Officer, executed the report for the registrant on February 2, 2026, in accordance with Exchange Act requirements.