Bark, Inc. 8-K

What Happened

• On February 2, 2026, Bark, Inc. (BARK) announced that the special committee of its Board of Directors engaged a financial advisor and a legal advisor to assist in reviewing previously disclosed preliminary non‑binding indicative proposal letters and any other proposals received. The review is to help the Special Committee determine whether proposals are in the best interests of the Company and all stockholders. A press release was attached to the 8‑K as Exhibit 99.1.

Key Details

• Filing date: February 2, 2026 (Form 8‑K, Item 8.01).
• Advisors retained: a financial advisor and a legal advisor (names not disclosed in the 8‑K).
• Scope: review of previously disclosed preliminary non‑binding indicative proposal letters and any proposals from other parties; assist Special Committee in evaluating whether proposals serve stockholders’ best interests.
• Press release is included as Exhibit 99.1 to the filing.

Why It Matters

• The Special Committee’s engagement of external advisors signals the company is formally evaluating strategic proposals; this process can lead to a range of outcomes (transaction, alternative strategic actions, or no deal).
• No transaction terms, buyer identities, or financial details were disclosed in the 8‑K — investors should watch for future filings or announcements for material developments.