Amcor Plc Form 8-K Summary
Business Context and Reporting Period
This Current Report on Form 8-K was filed by Amcor Plc on August 11, 2026. The report addresses a change in the Company's independent registered public accounting firm. The Company is incorporated in Jersey and operates globally with significant presence in the United States.
Financial Metrics
The filing text does not provide specific values for revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity. This report focuses exclusively on corporate governance regarding the audit firm.
Material Changes
The primary material change reported is the resignation of PricewaterhouseCoopers AG, Switzerland ("PwC Switzerland") and the appointment of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, United States ("PwC US") as the independent registered public accounting firm. The change is effective August 14, 2026, coinciding with the filing of the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2026. PwC Switzerland served as the auditor since 2019.
Management Commentary and Risks
The Audit Committee requested the change due to the Company's status as a US domestic reporting company and its increasing operations in the United States. The reports issued by PwC Switzerland for the fiscal years ended June 30, 2026, and 2025 contained no adverse opinions, disclaimers, or qualifications. There were no disagreements with PwC Switzerland regarding accounting principles, financial statement disclosures, or auditing scope during these periods. No reportable events occurred. The Company confirmed no prior consultations with PwC US regarding accounting principles or audit opinions prior to this appointment.
Key Facts for Investor Verification
- Effective date of the new auditor (PwC US) is August 14, 2026.
- PwC Switzerland will continue to support residual statutory filings for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2026.
- The change in auditor was driven by the Company's US domestic reporting status and operational footprint.
- Exhibit 16.1 contains the letter from PwC Switzerland confirming agreement with the Company's disclosures.