MIDDLEBY Corp 8-K

What Happened
The Middleby Corporation announced on February 2, 2026 that it has completed the previously announced sale of a 51% stake in its Residential Kitchen business. The company filed a Form 8-K (Item 8.01, Other Events) and attached a press release dated February 2, 2026 as Exhibit 99.1.

Key Details

• Sale completed: February 2, 2026.
• Stake sold: 51% of the Residential Kitchen business (majority interest).
• Filing: Form 8-K (Item 8.01) with the press release filed as Exhibit 99.1; cover page XBRL tags included (Exhibit 104).
• The 8-K notes completion of the previously announced transaction.

Why It Matters
Selling a 51% stake transfers majority ownership of the Residential Kitchen business and may change how that business is operated and reported in Middleby’s financials. Investors should watch upcoming SEC filings and quarterly reports for details on accounting treatment, segment reporting, any remaining ownership interest, and potential impacts on Middleby’s revenue and profitability.