Blackstone Inc.: director Joseph Baratta to resign Dec 31, 2026

What happened The filing reports that on Oct 9, 2026 Joseph Baratta notified Blackstone Inc’s board of directors of his intention to resign as a director effective Dec 31, 2026. The filing states Mr. Baratta will continue to serve as a director of the board until the Effective Date.

The filing also reports that, as of the Effective Date, the size of the board will be reduced from 8 members to 7 members.

Key details

• Notification date: Oct 9, 2026
• Effective date of resignation: Dec 31, 2026
• Board size change: from 8 members to 7 members as of the Effective Date
• Mr. Baratta will continue to serve until Dec 31, 2026

Why it may matter This report was made under Item 5.02, which covers departure of directors or certain officers and election of directors. The filing does not show why the insider traded or why the company acted.