# EDGAR Filing Document

**Accession Number:** 0001606757
**File Stem:** 0001606757-26-000010
**Filing Date:** 2026-3
**Character Count:** 10224
**Document Hash:** 5cb84a37806b018ce8e0861bd9dff24a
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## Filing Content

## Filing Summary
**0001606757-26-000010.hdr.sgml**: 20260319

**ACCESSION NUMBER**: 0001606757-26-000010

**CONFORMED SUBMISSION TYPE**: 8-K

**PUBLIC DOCUMENT COUNT**: 14

**CONFORMED PERIOD OF REPORT**: 20260317

**ITEM INFORMATION**: Other Events

**ITEM INFORMATION**: Financial Statements and Exhibits

**FILED AS OF DATE**: 20260319

**DATE AS OF CHANGE**: 20260319

**FILER**: 

**COMPANY DATA:**
- **COMPANY CONFORMED NAME:** Kimball Electronics, Inc.
- **CENTRAL INDEX KEY:** 0001606757
- **STANDARD INDUSTRIAL CLASSIFICATION:** PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARDS [3672]
- **ORGANIZATION NAME:** 04 Manufacturing
- **EIN:** 352047713
- **STATE OF INCORPORATION:** IN
- **FISCAL YEAR END:** 0630

**FILING VALUES:**
- **FORM TYPE:** 8-K
- **SEC ACT:** 1934 Act
- **SEC FILE NUMBER:** 001-36454
- **FILM NUMBER:** 26774750

**BUSINESS ADDRESS:**
- **STREET 1:** 1205 KIMBALL BLVD.
- **CITY:** JASPER
- **STATE:** IN
- **ZIP:** 47546
- **BUSINESS PHONE:** 812-634-4000

**MAIL ADDRESS:**
- **STREET 1:** 1205 KIMBALL BLVD.
- **CITY:** JASPER
- **STATE:** IN
- **ZIP:** 47546

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**UNITED STATES**

**SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION**

**WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549**

**FORM 8-K**

**CURRENT REPORT**

**Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934**

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) March 17, 2026

![keilogoonelinecolorcmyk2revi.jpg](ke-20260317_g1.jpg)

**KIMBALL ELECTRONICS, INC.**

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(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

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| Indiana | 001-36454 | 35-2047713 |
| (State or other jurisdiction of | (Commission File | (IRS Employer Identification No.) |
| incorporation) | Number) | |

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| 1205 Kimball Boulevard, Jasper, Indiana | 47546 |
| (Address of principal executive offices) | (Zip Code) |

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Registrant's telephone number, including area code <u>(812) 634-4000</u>

Not Applicable <br> (Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions (see General Instruction A.2. below):

☐ Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

☐ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

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| **Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:** | **Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:** | **Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:** |
| **<u>Title of each Class</u>** | **<u>Trading Symbol</u>** | **<u>Name of each exchange on which registered</u>** |
| Common Stock, no par value | KE | The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC |

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Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (Section 230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Section 240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. □

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**Item 8.01 Other Events**

On March 17, 2026, Kimball Electronics, Inc. (the "Company") published its 2025 Guiding Principles Report on its website www.kimballelectronics.com/sustainability. The Report serves as the Company's annual sustainability report and the Company's press release announcing the publication is attached as Exhibit 99.1.

The information contained in, or incorporated into, this Item 8.01, including Exhibit 99.1 attached hereto, is being furnished and shall not be deemed "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, nor shall it be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

**Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits**

**(d) Exhibits**

The following exhibits are filed as part of this report:

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| Exhibit | |
| <u>Number</u> | <u>Description</u> |
| 99.1 | <u>[Press Release dated March 19, 2026](exhibit991kimballelectroni.htm)</u> |
| 104 | Cover Page Interactive Data File (formatted in Inline XBRL) |

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**SIGNATURES**

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

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| | KIMBALL ELECTRONICS, INC. |
| By: | /s/ Douglas A. Hass |
|  | DOUGLAS A. HASS<br>Chief Legal and Administrative Officer, Secretary |

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Date: March 19, 2026

## Exhibit 99.1

**Exhibit 99.1**

**Kimball Electronics Releases 2025 Annual Sustainability Report**

JASPER, Ind.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Kimball Electronics, Inc. (Nasdaq: KE) today announced the release of its 2025 *Guiding Principles Report*, which includes the company's annual sustainability disclosures. Themed "Building Tomorrow, Together," the Report outlines progress on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives and reflects the company's continued focus on the issues that matter most—where it can make a meaningful and lasting difference for people and the environment, while supporting long-term business success.

**About the Report**

Now in its seventh edition, the Report reflects how Kimball Electronics integrates sustainability into every area of its business, guided by its Guiding Principles: Customers, People, Citizenship, and Profits.

For the 2025 reporting period, the company structured the Report in accordance with the Amended European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS) under the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and aligned disclosures with leading global frameworks, including GRI Standards, SASB (EMS & ODM), the UN Sustainable Development Targets (SDGs), the UN Global Compact (UNGC), and the TCFD framework.

*"Building Tomorrow, Together is more than a theme for this year's report. It is the way we lead. In 2025 we reaffirmed our commitment to shaping a sustainable future alongside our stakeholders and reinforced a principle that guides our execution: Control what we can control," said Richard D. Phillips, Chief Executive Officer. "We kept our focus on the elements that make a difference for people and the planet, and we did so with the consistency our stakeholders expect."*

**Key Highlights**

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• **Climate Action:** Scope 1 and 2 emissions declined 9.3% year over year, advancing the company toward its 1.5°C-aligned target of a 42% absolute reduction by 2030 from a 2024 baseline and supporting its long-term target of net zero by 2050. The company earned an A- Leadership level score in CDP Climate Change.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• **Renewable Energy:** Renewable electricity reached 37%, representing a 12% year-over-year increase supported by expanded on-site solar and renewable energy credit procurement. This supports the company's 2030 target to achieve 100% renewable electricity across all locations.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• **Zero Waste:** The company achieved 92% beneficial use of waste, supporting its "zero waste" target. The company also reduced hazardous waste intensity by a 13% reduction from the 2024 baseline, supporting its 25% reduction target.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• **Water Stewardship**: The company reported 12% recycled water, supporting its 2030 target to recycle one-third of water globally with an emphasis on high-stress locations. The company improved its CDP Water Security score to A- Leadership level from B in the prior year.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• **Health and Safety:** The company reported a 22% reduction in its Total Recordable Incident Rate, which was 83% less than the U.S. industry average.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• **Governance & Accountability:** For fiscal year 2025, executives earned an Above Threshold multiplier, supporting our 2030 targets to link short-term and long-term executive compensation awards to achievement of our sustainability targets and to maintain top tier ESG rater rankings, including S&P Global CSA 94th Percentile, EcoVadis Gold, and MSCI AA.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• **Community Investment:** The company achieved 115% of its annual giving target of donating 1% of fiscal year adjusted net income annually. Total giving reached $325,000, supported by more than 3,050 volunteer hours.

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**Availability**

The 2025 Guiding Principles Report, which serves as Kimball Electronics' annual sustainability report, is available on the Kimball Electronics Sustainability webpage: www.kimballelectronics.com/sustainability.

**About Kimball Electronics, Inc.**

Kimball Electronics is a global, multifaceted manufacturer offering Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) and Contract Manufacturing Organization (CMO) solutions to customers around the world. From our operations in the United States, China, Mexico, Poland, Romania, and Thailand, our teams are proud to provide manufacturing services for a variety of industries. Recognized for a reputation of excellence, we are committed to a high-performance culture that values personal and organizational commitment to quality, reliability, value, speed, and ethical behavior. Kimball Electronics, Inc. (Nasdaq: KE) is headquartered in Jasper, Indiana.

To learn more about Kimball Electronics, visit: www.kimballelectronics.com.

**Lasting relationships. Global success.**

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