AVY

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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 February 4, 2026 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported)

AVERY DENNISON CORPORATION

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware

1-7685

95-1492269

(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (IRS Employer Identification No.)

8080 Norton Parkway Mentor, Ohio 44060 (Address of principal executive offices)

(Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code (440) 534-6000

(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)) Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class Trading Symbol(s) Name of each exchange on which registered Common stock, $1 par value AVY New York Stock Exchange 3.750% Senior Notes due 2034 AVY34 Nasdaq Stock Market 4.000% Senior Notes due 2035AVY35Nasdaq Stock Market

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

Section 2 — Corporate Governance and Management

Item 2.02 Results of Operations and Financial Condition.

Avery Dennison Corporation’s (the “Company’s”) press release, dated February 4, 2026, announcing the Company’s preliminary, unaudited financial results for fourth quarter and full-year 2025 and its guidance for first quarter 2026, is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1 and being furnished (not filed) with this Form 8-K. The Company’s supplemental presentation materials, dated February 4, 2026, regarding its preliminary, unaudited financial review and analysis for fourth quarter and full-year 2025 and its guidance for first quarter 2026, is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.2 and being furnished (not filed) with this Form 8-K. The press release and presentation materials are also available on the Company's website at www.investors.averydennison.com.

The Company will discuss its preliminary, unaudited financial results during a webcast and teleconference to be held on February 4, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. ET. To access the webcast and teleconference, please go to the Company’s website at www.investors.averydennison.com.

Section 9 — Financial Statements and Exhibits Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d) Exhibits.

Exhibit NumberExhibit Title

99.1Press release, dated February 4, 2026, announcing the Company’s preliminary, unaudited financial results for fourth quarter and full-year 2025.

99.2Supplemental presentation materials, dated February 4, 2026, regarding the Company’s preliminary, unaudited financial review and analysis for fourth quarter and full-year 2025.

104Cover Page Interactive Data File (formatted in Inline XBRL and contained in Exhibit 101)

“Safe Harbor” Statement under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995

Certain statements contained in this Form 8-K and the exhibits attached hereto are forward-looking statements intended to qualify for the safe harbor from liability established by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements, and financial or other business targets, are subject to certain risks and uncertainties.

The Company believes that the most significant risk factors that could affect its financial performance in the near term include: (i) the impact on underlying demand for the Company’s products from global economic conditions, tariffs, geopolitical uncertainty, and changes in environmental standards, regulations and preferences; (ii) competitors' actions, including pricing, expansion in key markets, and product offerings; (iii) the cost and availability of raw materials; (iv) the degree to which higher costs can be offset with productivi

8-K

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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) October 22, 2025

AVERY DENNISON CORPORATION

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware

1-7685

95-1492269

(State or other jurisdiction

(Commission

(IRS Employer

of incorporation)

File Number)

Identification No.)

8080 Norton Parkway Mentor, Ohio

44060

(Address of principal executive offices)

(Zip Code) Registrant’s telephone number, including area code (440) 534-6000 (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))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class

Trading Symbol(s)

Name of each exchange on which registered

Common stock, $1 par value

AVY

New York Stock Exchange

3.750% Senior Notes due 2034

AVY34

Nasdaq Stock Market

4.000% Senior Notes due 2035

AVY35

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

Section 2 - Financial Information Item 2.02 Results of Operations and Financial Condition. Avery Dennison Corporation’s (the “Company’s”) press release, dated October 22, 2025, announcing the Company’s preliminary, unaudited financial results for third quarter 2025 and its guidance for fourth quarter 2025, is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1 and being furnished (not filed) with this Form 8-K. The Company’s supplemental presentation materials, dated October 22, 2025, regarding its preliminary, unaudited financial review and analysis for third quarter 2025 and its guidance for fourth quarter 2025, is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.2 and being furnished (not filed) with this Form 8-K. The press release and presentation materials are also available on the Company’s website at www.investors.averydennison.com. The Company will discuss its preliminary, unaudited financial results during a webcast and teleconference to be held on October 22, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. ET. To access the webcast and teleconference, please go to the Company’s website at www.investors.averydennison.com. Section 9 - Financial Statements and Exhibits Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d) Exhibits.

99.1

Press release, dated October 22, 2025, announcing the Company’s preliminary, unaudited financial results for third quarter 2025.

99.2

Supplemental presentation materials, dated October 22, 2025, regarding the Company’s preliminary, unaudited financial review and analysis for third quarter 2025.

104

Cover Page Interactive Data File (formatted as Inline XBRL and contained in Exhibit 101).

“Safe Harbor” Statement under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 Certain statements contained in this Form 8-K and the exhibits attached hereto are forward-looking statements intended to qualify for the safe harbor from liability established by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements, and financial or other business targets, are subject to certain risks and uncertainties. The Company believes that the most significant risk factors that could affect its financial performance in the near term include: (i) the impact on underlying demand for the Company’s products from global economic conditions, tariffs, geopolitical uncertainty, and changes in environmental standards, regulations and preferences; (ii) competitors’ actions, including pricing, expansion in key markets, and product offerings; (iii) the cost and availability of raw materials; (iv) the degree to which higher costs can be offset with productivity measures an

8-K

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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) July 22, 2025

AVERY DENNISON CORPORATION

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware

1-7685

95-1492269

(State or other jurisdiction

(Commission

(IRS Employer

of incorporation)

File Number)

Identification No.)

8080 Norton Parkway Mentor, Ohio

44060

(Address of principal executive offices)

(Zip Code) Registrant’s telephone number, including area code (440) 534-6000 (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))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class

Trading Symbol(s)

Name of each exchange on which registered

Common stock, $1 par value

AVY

New York Stock Exchange

3.75% Senior Notes due 2034

AVY34

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

Section 2 - Financial Information Item 2.02 Results of Operations and Financial Condition. Avery Dennison Corporation’s (the “Company’s”) press release, dated July 22, 2025, announcing the Company’s preliminary, unaudited financial results for second quarter 2025 and its guidance for third quarter 2025, is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1 and being furnished (not filed) with this Form 8-K. The Company’s supplemental presentation materials, dated July 22, 2025, regarding its preliminary, unaudited financial review and analysis for second quarter 2025 and its guidance for third quarter 2025, is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.2 and being furnished (not filed) with this Form 8-K. The press release and presentation materials are also available on the Company’s website at www.investors.averydennison.com. The Company will discuss its preliminary, unaudited financial results during a webcast and teleconference to be held on July 22, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. ET. To access the webcast and teleconference, please go to the Company’s website at www.investors.averydennison.com. Section 9 - Financial Statements and Exhibits Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d) Exhibits.

99.1

Press release, dated July 22, 2025, announcing the Company’s preliminary, unaudited financial results for second quarter 2025.

99.2

Supplemental presentation materials, dated July 22, 2025, regarding the Company’s preliminary, unaudited financial review and analysis for second quarter 2025.

104

Cover Page Interactive Data File (formatted as Inline XBRL and contained in Exhibit 101).

“Safe Harbor” Statement under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 Certain statements contained in this Form 8-K and the exhibits attached hereto are forward-looking statements intended to qualify for the safe harbor from liability established by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements, and financial or other business targets, are subject to certain risks and uncertainties. The Company believes that the most significant risk factors that could affect its financial performance in the near term include: (i) the impact on underlying demand for the Company’s products from global economic conditions, tariffs, geopolitical uncertainty, and changes in environmental standards, regulations and preferences; (ii) competitors’ actions, including pricing, expansion in key markets, and product offerings; (iii) the cost and availability of raw materials; (iv) the degree to which higher costs can be offset with productivity measures and/or passed on to customers through price increases, without a significant loss of volume; (v) foreign currency fluctuations; and (vi) the execution