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Form 8-K · Current Report · Filed 2026-07-06

S&P Global Announces Retirement of Chief Legal Officer and Market Intelligence Restructure

S&P Global announced the retirement of Steven Kemps, its Chief Legal Officer, effective December 31, 2026.

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The company has initiated a search for his successor and will transition him to a special advisor role if a successor is appointed before his retirement. Additionally, S&P Global is evolving its Market Intelligence operating model to better align with changing customer needs and to position the company for growth in an AI-driven market. This includes reorganizing Market Intelligence into two focused verticals: Kensho Data & Platforms and Enterprise Solutions. Key executive changes include Sally Moore expanding her role to Co-Head of Market Intelligence, Kensho Data & Platforms, and Darren Thomas taking on the elevated role of Co-Head of Market Intelligence, Enterprise Solutions.

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CEO Resignation New CEO Appointed Executive Employment Agreement Corporate Update Key Executive Departure

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About S&P Global Inc.

S&P Global Inc. is a leading financial information and analytics company, providing essential intelligence for individuals, companies, and governments to make decisions with confidence. Its primary function is offering a comprehensive suite of products and services across various sectors, including ratings, benchmarks, analytics, and data solutions. The company is known for its widely-referenced indices, such as the S&P 500, which is a crucial indicator of U.S. equity market performance. Moreover, S&P Global Ratings provides credit ratings, evaluations, and analyses that inform the financial decisions of institutions around the globe. Through its Market Intelligence segment, the firm delivers a range of data and insights tailored to the needs of various industries, facilitating strategy, competitiveness, and performance optimization. Additionally, S&P Global's Platts division focuses on providing data and analytics specifically related to energy and commodities, playing a vital role in these markets. Overall, S&P Global Inc.'s services help shape the financial landscape by enabling efficient risk assessment, decision-making, and market movements, making it a pivotal player in global finance.

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