JACK IN THE BOX INC 8-K

What Happened
Jack in the Box Inc. (JACK) filed a Form 8-K (May 29, 2026) reporting that Lance Tucker ceased serving as the company’s Chief Executive Officer effective May 8, 2026 (previously disclosed on May 13, 2026). In connection with finalizing his separation and consulting arrangements, Mr. Tucker resigned from JACK’s Board of Directors effective May 27, 2026. The report is signed by Sarah Super, EVP, Chief Legal & Administrative Officer.

Key Details

• Filing: Form 8-K dated May 29, 2026 (Item 5.02 — departure of directors/officers).
• CEO exit date: Lance Tucker ceased serving as CEO effective May 8, 2026 (previously disclosed May 13, 2026).
• Board resignation: Tucker resigned from the Board effective May 27, 2026 as part of finalizing separation/consulting arrangements.
• Signatory: Report signed by Sarah Super, EVP, Chief Legal & Administrative Officer.

Why It Matters
A CEO departure and board resignation are material corporate governance events that can affect strategy, leadership continuity, and investor confidence. This filing confirms the timing of Tucker’s exit from both the CEO role and the board and notes ongoing separation/consulting arrangements; it does not provide details about a permanent successor, compensation, or other management changes. Investors should watch for subsequent disclosures about leadership succession, interim management, and any related financial terms.