EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. 8-K

What Happened
Equus Total Return, Inc. announced in an 8‑K filed May 12, 2026 that it engaged PKF O’Connor Davies, LLP as its independent accountant effective May 11, 2026. The filing states that prior to the engagement Equus had not consulted PKF regarding the application of accounting principles or the type of audit opinion that might be rendered, and PKF had not provided any written or oral advice that was a significant factor in the Fund’s accounting decisions.

Key Details

• Engagement date: May 11, 2026.
• New independent accountant: PKF O’Connor Davies, LLP.
• Prior consultations: None regarding accounting application or audit opinions.
• Disagreements/reportable events: None with PKF as defined under Regulation S‑K Item 304.

Why It Matters
A change in the independent accountant is a material disclosure about who will audit the Fund’s financial statements. The filing also tells investors that there were no prior consultations, disagreements, or reportable events with PKF, which may be relevant to assessments of the audit transition. Investors should watch upcoming financial filings for the auditor’s reports and any notes about the transition.