NETSCOUT SYSTEMS INC 8-K

What Happened NETSCOUT Systems, Inc. (NTCT) filed an 8-K disclosing that on May 28, 2026 its Audit Committee dismissed PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP (PwC) as the company’s independent registered public accounting firm and appointed KPMG LLP (KPMG) to serve as the new independent auditor for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2027. PwC’s audit reports on the consolidated financial statements for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2026 and 2025 were unqualified (no adverse or disclaimer opinions) and contained no qualifications related to uncertainty, scope, or accounting principles. The company reported no disagreements or reportable events with PwC for those periods.

Key Details

• Dismissal and appointment effective May 28, 2026; KPMG named auditor for fiscal year ending March 31, 2027.
• PwC’s reports for FY2026 and FY2025 were unqualified and contained no disagreements or reportable events.
• PwC provided a letter to the SEC dated June 3, 2026 (filed as Exhibit 16.1) confirming the company’s statements.
• NETSCOUT disclosed it did not consult KPMG on accounting or auditing matters during FY2026, FY2025 or the interim period through May 28, 2026.

Why It Matters A change in independent auditor is material corporate governance news and can affect how investors view audit continuity and oversight. In this case, prior years’ audited financial statements remain supported by unqualified PwC opinions and the company reported no unresolved disagreements or reportable events. Investors should note the auditor change for future filings (KPMG will audit FY2027) and review upcoming quarterly and annual reports for any further disclosure about the transition or related costs.