Suncoke Energy, Inc. current report, 16 January 2017

SunCoke Energy, Inc. - Form 8-K Summary

Business Context and Reporting Period

This Current Report on Form 8-K was filed by SunCoke Energy, Inc. on January 16, 2017. The report addresses a corporate governance event regarding the Board of Directors.

Financial Metrics

The filing text does not provide a clear value for revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity. This report focuses exclusively on personnel changes and does not contain financial performance data.

Material Changes

The material change reported is the retirement of Mr. Robert J. Darnall from the Company's Board of Directors. Mr. Darnall, 78, notified the Company of his decision to retire on January 16, 2017. He will not stand for re-election at the annual meeting of stockholders on May 4, 2017. During his tenure since 2011, he served as Lead Director, Chair of the Governance Committee, and a member of the Audit Committee. The Board intends to reduce its size by one member upon his retirement.

Outlook, Risks, and Management Commentary

Management stated that Mr. Darnall's decision to retire does not arise from any disagreement with the Company, its management, or other directors regarding operations, policies, practices, or the general direction of the Company. No specific guidance, risks, or contingencies were disclosed in this filing.

Key Facts for Investor Verification

  • Robert J. Darnall is retiring from the Board of Directors effective January 16, 2017.
  • The Board size will be reduced by one member following the retirement.
  • The departure is voluntary and not related to any disagreement with management or company direction.
  • No financial results or operational metrics are included in this specific filing.