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BUY

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+2.29%

$320.64

100% positive prob.

5-Day Prediction

+4.00%

$325.98

100% positive prob.

20-Day Prediction

+3.08%

$323.09

95% positive prob.

Price at prediction: $313.45 Confidence: 100.0% Model AUC: 1.0000 Quarter: Q4 2025

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Q4

Q4 2025 Earnings

8-K BUY

Jan 8, 2026 · 100% conf.

AI Prediction BUY

1D

+2.29%

$320.64

Act: +3.73%

5D

+4.00%

$325.98

Act: +2.35%

20D

+3.08%

$323.09

Act: +4.77%

Price: $313.45 Prob +5D: 100% AUC: 1.000
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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): January 8, 2026


ACUITY INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)


Delaware001-1658358-2632672 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)(Commission File Number)(IRS. Employer Identification Number)

1170 Peachtree Street, N.E., Suite 1200, Atlanta, Georgia 30309 (Address of principal executive offices) (404) 853-1400 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code) Acuity Brands, Inc. (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: ☐    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 classTrading Symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered Common stock, $0.01 par value per shareAYINew York Stock Exchange

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. ☐

Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On January 8, 2026, Acuity Inc. (“we,” “our,” “us,” “the Company,” or similar references) issued a press release containing information about our results of operations for our fiscal quarter ended November 30, 2025. A copy of the press release is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K, which is incorporated herein by reference. The information contained in this paragraph, as well as Exhibit 99.1 referenced herein, shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, nor shall they be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d)Exhibits

99.1Press Release dated January 8, 2026.

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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. Date: January 8, 2026

ACUITY INC.

By:/s/ Karen J. Holcom Karen J. Holcom Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

3

2025
Q3

Q3 2025 Earnings

8-K

Oct 1, 2025

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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 1, 2025


ACUITY INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)


Delaware001-1658358-2632672 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)(Commission File Number)(IRS Employer Identification Number)

1170 Peachtree Street, N.E., Suite 1200, Atlanta, Georgia 30309 (Address of principal executive offices) (404) 853-1400 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code) None (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: ☐    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 classTrading Symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered Common stock, $0.01 par value per shareAYINew York Stock Exchange

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. ☐

Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On October 1, 2025, Acuity Inc. (“we,” “our,” “us,” “the Company,” or similar references) issued a press release containing information about our results of operations for our fiscal quarter and year ended August 31, 2025. A copy of the press release is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K, which is incorporated herein by reference. The information contained in this paragraph, as well as Exhibit 99.1 referenced herein, shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, nor shall they be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d)Exhibits

99.1Press Release dated October 1, 2025.

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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. Date: October 1, 2025

ACUITY INC.

By:/s/ Karen J. Holcom Karen J. Holcom Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

3

2025
Q1

Q1 2025 Earnings

8-K

Jun 26, 2025

0001144215-25-000061

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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): June 26, 2025


ACUITY INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)


Delaware001-1658358-2632672 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)(Commission File Number)(IRS. Employer Identification Number)

1170 Peachtree Street, N.E., Suite 1200, Atlanta, Georgia 30309 (Address of principal executive offices) (404) 853-1400 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code) Acuity Brands, Inc. (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: ☐    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 classTrading Symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered Common stock, $0.01 par value per shareAYINew York Stock Exchange

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. ☐

Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On June 26, 2025, Acuity Inc. (“we,” “our,” “us,” “the Company,” or similar references) issued a press release containing information about our results of operations for our fiscal quarter ended May 31, 2025. A copy of the press release is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K, which is incorporated herein by reference. The information contained in this paragraph, as well as Exhibit 99.1 referenced herein, shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, nor shall they be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d)Exhibits

99.1Press Release dated June 26, 2025.

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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. Date: June 26, 2025

ACUITY INC.

By:/s/ Karen J. Holcom Karen J. Holcom Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

3

2025
Q1

Q1 2025 Earnings

8-K

Apr 3, 2025

0001144215-25-000045

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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): April 3, 2025


ACUITY BRANDS, INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)


Delaware001-1658358-2632672 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)(Commission File Number)(IRS. Employer Identification Number)

1170 Peachtree Street, N.E., Suite 1200, Atlanta, Georgia 30309 (Address of principal executive offices) (404) 853-1400 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code) None (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: ☐    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 classTrading Symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered Common stock, $0.01 par value per shareAYINew York Stock Exchange

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. ☐

Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On April 3, 2025, Acuity Inc. (“we,” “our,” “us,” “the Company,” or similar references) issued a press release containing information about our results of operations for our fiscal quarter ended February 28, 2025. A copy of the press release is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K, which is incorporated herein by reference. The information contained in this paragraph, as well as Exhibit 99.1 referenced herein, shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, nor shall they be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d)Exhibits

99.1Press Release dated April 3, 2025.

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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. Date: April 3, 2025

ACUITY INC.

By:/s/ Karen J. Holcom Karen J. Holcom Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

3

2024
Q4

Q4 2024 Earnings

8-K

Jan 8, 2025

0001144215-25-000010

ayi-202501080001144215false00011442152025-01-082025-01-08

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): January 8, 2025


ACUITY BRANDS, INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)


Delaware001-1658358-2632672 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)(Commission File Number)(IRS. Employer Identification Number)

1170 Peachtree Street, N.E., Suite 1200, Atlanta, Georgia 30309 (Address of principal executive offices) (404) 853-1400 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code) None (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: ☐    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 classTrading Symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered Common stock, $0.01 par value per shareAYINew York Stock Exchange

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. ☐

Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On January 8, 2025, Acuity Brands, Inc. (“we,” “our,” “us,” “the Company,” or similar references) issued a press release containing information about our results of operations for our fiscal quarter ended November 30, 2024. A copy of the press release is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K, which is incorporated herein by reference. The information contained in this paragraph, as well as Exhibit 99.1 referenced herein, shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, nor shall they be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d)Exhibits

99.1Press Release dated January 8, 2025.

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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. Date: January 8, 2025

ACUITY BRANDS, INC.

By:/s/ Karen J. Holcom Karen J. Holcom Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

3

2024
Q3

Q3 2024 Earnings

8-K

Oct 1, 2024

0001144215-24-000074

ayi-202410010001144215false00011442152024-10-012024-10-01

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 1, 2024


ACUITY BRANDS, INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)


Delaware001-1658358-2632672 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)(Commission File Number)(IRS. Employer Identification Number)

1170 Peachtree Street, N.E., Suite 1200, Atlanta, Georgia 30309 (Address of principal executive offices) (404) 853-1400 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code) None (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: ☐    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 classTrading Symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered Common stock, $0.01 par value per shareAYINew York Stock Exchange

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. ☐

Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On October 1, 2024, Acuity Brands, Inc. (“we,” “our,” “us,” “the Company,” or similar references) issued a press release containing information about our results of operations for our fiscal quarter and year ended August 31, 2024. A copy of the press release is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K, which is incorporated herein by reference. The information contained in this paragraph, as well as Exhibit 99.1 referenced herein, shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, nor shall they be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d)Exhibits

99.1Press Release dated October 1, 2024.

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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. Date: October 1, 2024

ACUITY BRANDS, INC.

By: /s/ Karen J. Holcom Karen J. Holcom Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

3

2024
Q1

Q1 2024 Earnings

8-K

Jun 27, 2024

0001144215-24-000070

ayi-202406270001144215false00011442152024-06-272024-06-27

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): June 27, 2024


ACUITY BRANDS, INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)


Delaware001-1658358-2632672 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)(Commission File Number)(IRS. Employer Identification Number)

1170 Peachtree Street, N.E., Suite 1200, Atlanta, Georgia 30309 (Address of principal executive offices) (404) 853-1400 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code) None (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: ☐    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 classTrading Symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered Common stock, $0.01 par value per shareAYINew York Stock Exchange

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. ☐

Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On June 27, 2024, Acuity Brands, Inc. (“we,” “our,” “us,” “the Company,” or similar references) issued a press release containing information about our results of operations for our fiscal quarter ended May 31, 2024. A copy of the press release is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K, which is incorporated herein by reference. The information contained in this paragraph, as well as Exhibit 99.1 referenced herein, shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, nor shall they be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d)Exhibits

99.1Press Release dated June 27, 2024.

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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. Date: June 27, 2024

ACUITY BRANDS, INC.

By: /s/ Karen J. Holcom Karen J. Holcom Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

3

2024
Q1

Q1 2024 Earnings

8-K

Apr 3, 2024

0001144215-24-000046

ayi-202404030001144215false00011442152024-04-032024-04-03

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): April 3, 2024


ACUITY BRANDS, INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)


Delaware001-1658358-2632672 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)(Commission File Number)(IRS. Employer Identification Number)

1170 Peachtree Street, N.E., Suite 1200, Atlanta, Georgia 30309 (Address of principal executive offices) (404) 853-1400 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code) None (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: ☐    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 classTrading Symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered Common stock, $0.01 par value per shareAYINew York Stock Exchange

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. ☐

Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On April 3, 2024, Acuity Brands, Inc. (“we,” “our,” “us,” “the Company,” or similar references) issued a press release containing information about our results of operations for our fiscal quarter ended February 29, 2024. A copy of the press release is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K, which is incorporated herein by reference. The information contained in this paragraph, as well as Exhibit 99.1 referenced herein, shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, nor shall they be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d)Exhibits

99.1Press Release dated April 3, 2024.

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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. Date: April 3, 2024

ACUITY BRANDS, INC.

By: /s/ Karen J. Holcom Karen J. Holcom Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

3

2023
Q4

Q4 2023 Earnings

8-K

Jan 9, 2024

0001144215-24-000007

ayi-202401090001144215false00011442152024-01-092024-01-09

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): January 9, 2024


ACUITY BRANDS, INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)


Delaware001-1658358-2632672 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)(Commission File Number)(IRS. Employer Identification Number)

1170 Peachtree Street, N.E., Suite 1200, Atlanta, Georgia 30309 (Address of principal executive offices) (404) 853-1400 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code) None (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: ☐    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 classTrading Symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered Common stock, $0.01 par value per shareAYINew York Stock Exchange

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. ☐

Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On January 9, 2024, Acuity Brands, Inc. (“we,” “our,” “us,” “the Company,” or similar references) issued a press release containing information about our results of operations for our fiscal quarter ended November 30, 2023. A copy of the press release is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K, which is incorporated herein by reference. The information contained in this paragraph, as well as Exhibit 99.1 referenced herein, shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, nor shall they be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d)Exhibits

99.1Press Release dated January 9, 2024.

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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. Date: January 9, 2024

ACUITY BRANDS, INC.

By: /s/ Karen J. Holcom Karen J. Holcom Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

3

2023
Q3

Q3 2023 Earnings

8-K

Oct 4, 2023

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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 4, 2023


ACUITY BRANDS, INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)


Delaware001-1658358-2632672 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)(Commission File Number)(IRS. Employer Identification Number)

1170 Peachtree Street, N.E., Suite 1200, Atlanta, Georgia 30309 (Address of principal executive offices) (404) 853-1400 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code) None (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: ☐    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 classTrading Symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered Common stock, $0.01 par value per shareAYINew York Stock Exchange

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. ☐

Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On October 4, 2023, Acuity Brands, Inc. (“we,” “our,” “us,” “the Company,” or similar references) issued a press release containing information about our results of operations for our fiscal quarter and year ended August 31, 2023. A copy of the press release is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K, which is incorporated herein by reference. The information contained in this paragraph, as well as Exhibit 99.1 referenced herein, shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, nor shall they be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d)Exhibits

99.1Press Release dated October 4, 2023.

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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. Date: October 4, 2023

ACUITY BRANDS, INC.

By: /s/ Karen J. Holcom Karen J. Holcom Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

3

2023
Q1

Q1 2023 Earnings

8-K

Jun 29, 2023

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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): June 29, 2023


ACUITY BRANDS, INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)


Delaware001-1658358-2632672 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)(Commission File Number)(IRS. Employer Identification Number)

1170 Peachtree Street, N.E., Suite 1200, Atlanta, Georgia 30309 (Address of principal executive offices) (404) 853-1400 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code) None (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: ☐    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 classTrading Symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered Common stock, $0.01 par value per shareAYINew York Stock Exchange

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. ☐

Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On June 29, 2023, Acuity Brands, Inc. (“we,” “our,” “us,” “the Company,” or similar references) issued a press release containing information about our results of operations for our fiscal quarter ended May 31, 2023. A copy of the press release is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K, which is incorporated herein by reference. The information contained in this paragraph, as well as Exhibit 99.1 referenced herein, shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, nor shall they be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d)Exhibits

99.1Press Release dated June 29, 2023.

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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. Date: June 29, 2023

ACUITY BRANDS, INC.

By: /s/ Karen J. Holcom Karen J. Holcom Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

3

2023
Q1

Q1 2023 Earnings

8-K

Apr 4, 2023

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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): April 4, 2023


ACUITY BRANDS, INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)


Delaware001-1658358-2632672 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)(Commission File Number)(IRS. Employer Identification Number)

1170 Peachtree Street, N.E., Suite 1200, Atlanta, Georgia 30309-7676 (Address of principal executive offices) (404) 853-1400 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code) None (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: ☐    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 classTrading symbolName of each exchange on which registered Common stock, $0.01 par value per shareAYINew York Stock Exchange

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. ☐

Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On April 4, 2023, Acuity Brands, Inc. (“we,” “our,” “us,” “the Company,” or similar references) issued a press release containing information about our results of operations for our fiscal quarter ended February 28, 2023. A copy of the press release is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K, which is incorporated herein by reference. The information contained in this paragraph, as well as Exhibit 99.1 referenced herein, shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, nor shall they be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d)Exhibits

99.1Press Release dated April 4, 2023.

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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. Date: April 4, 2023

ACUITY BRANDS, INC.

By: /s/ Karen J. Holcom Karen J. Holcom Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

3

2022
Q4

Q4 2022 Earnings

8-K

Jan 9, 2023

0001144215-23-000011

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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): January 9, 2023


ACUITY BRANDS, INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)


Delaware001-1658358-2632672 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)(Commission File Number)(IRS. Employer Identification Number)

1170 Peachtree Street, N.E., Suite 1200, Atlanta, Georgia 30309-7676 (Address of principal executive offices) (404) 853-1400 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

(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: ☐    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 classTrading symbolName of each exchange on which registered Common stock, $0.01 par value per shareAYINew York Stock Exchange

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. ☐

Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On January 9, 2023, Acuity Brands, Inc. (“we,” “our,” “us,” “the Company,” or similar references) issued a press release containing information about our results of operations for our fiscal quarter ended November 30, 2022. A copy of the press release is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K, which is incorporated herein by reference. The information contained in this paragraph, as well as Exhibit 99.1 referenced herein, shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, nor shall they be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d)Exhibits

99.1Press Release dated January 9, 2023.

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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. Date: January 9, 2023

ACUITY BRANDS, INC.

By: /s/ Karen J. Holcom Karen J. Holcom Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

3

2022
Q3

Q3 2022 Earnings

8-K

Oct 4, 2022

0001144215-22-000091

ayi-202209290001144215false00011442152022-09-292022-09-29

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): September 29, 2022

Commission file number 001-16583.


ACUITY BRANDS, INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)


Delaware 58-2632672 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification Number)

1170 Peachtree Street, N.E., Suite 2300, Atlanta, Georgia 30309-7676 (Address of principal executive offices) (404) 853-1400 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code) None (Former Name or Former Address, if Changed Since Last Report) Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each classTrading symbolName of each exchange on which registered Common stock, $0.01 par value per shareAYINew York Stock Exchange

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: ☐    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)) 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. ☐

Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On October 4, 2022, Acuity Brands, Inc. (“we,” “our,” “us,” “the Company,” or similar references) issued a press release containing information about our results of operations for our fiscal quarter and year ended August 31, 2022. A copy of the press release is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K, which is incorporated herein by reference. The information contained in this paragraph, as well as Exhibit 99.1 referenced herein, shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, nor shall they be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. Item 5.02. Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers. Effective September 29, 2022, the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Acuity Brands, Inc. (the “Company”) increased the size of the Board from eleven to twelve members and elected Michael J. Bender to the Board. Mr. Bender, whose term will expire at the next annual meeting of stockholders, was also appointed to the Audit and Governance Committees. Mr. Bender, age 60, served as the President and Chief Executive Officer of Eyemart Express, LLC (“Eyemart”) from January 2018 to April 2022, having previously served as President of Eyemart from September 2017 to January 2018. He was the Chief Operating Officer of Global eCommerce of Walmart, Inc. from July 2014 to February 2017 following service in other executive-level positions, including Executive Vice President and President of West Business Unit from 2011 to 2014, Senior Vice President, Mountain Division from 2010 to 2011, and Vice President and General Manager of Southwest Region from 2009 to 2010. Mr. Bender held various senior level positions at Cardinal Health, Inc. from 2003 to 2007, including President and General Manager, Retail and Alternate Care. Prior to that he served as Vice President of Store Operations at L-Brands, Inc.-Victoria Secret Stores from 1999 to 2002, and in a variety of sales, finance, and operating roles at PepsiCo, Inc. from 1984 to 1999. Mr. Bender serves on the board of directors of Kohl's Corporation. There are no arrangements between Mr. Bender and any other person pursuant to which he was selected as a director, nor are there any transactions to which the Company is or was a participant and in which Mr. Bender has a material interest subject to disclosure under Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K. No family relationships exist between Mr. Bender and any of the Company's directors or executive officers. Mr. Bender will participate on a pro rata basis in

2022
Q1

Q1 2022 Earnings

8-K

Jun 30, 2022

0001144215-22-000071

ayi-202206290001144215false00011442152022-06-292022-06-29

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): June 29, 2022

Commission file number 001-16583.


ACUITY BRANDS, INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)


Delaware 58-2632672 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification Number)

1170 Peachtree Street, N.E., Suite 2300, Atlanta, Georgia 30309-7676 (Address of principal executive offices) (404) 853-1400 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code) None (Former Name or Former Address, if Changed Since Last Report) Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each classTrading symbolName of each exchange on which registered Common stock, $0.01 par value per shareAYINew York Stock Exchange

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: ☐    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)) 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. ☐

Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On June 30, 2022, Acuity Brands, Inc. (“we,” “our,” “us,” “the Company,” or similar references) issued a press release containing information about our results of operations for our fiscal quarter ended May 31, 2022. A copy of the press release is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K, which is incorporated herein by reference. The information contained in this paragraph, as well as Exhibit 99.1 referenced herein, shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, nor shall it be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. Item 5.02. Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers. On June 29, 2022, the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Acuity Brands, Inc. (the “Company”) increased the size of the Board from ten to eleven members and elected Marcia J. Avedon, Ph.D. to the Board with effect from June 29, 2022. Dr. Avedon, whose term will expire at the next annual meeting of stockholders, was also appointed to the Governance Committee and the Compensation and Management Development Committee. Dr. Avedon, age 60, is the founder and has served as the CEO of Avedon Advisory LLC since April 2022. She previously served as Executive Vice President, Chief Human Resources, Marketing and Communications Officer for Trane Technologies PLC from March 2020 to April 2022. Dr. Avedon served as Senior Vice President of Human Resources, Communications and Corporate Affairs for Ingersoll Rand from February 2007 to March 2020. Prior to that, she served as Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer and Vice President, Talent Management at Merck from January 2002 to December 2006 and at Honeywell International from 1995 to 2002. Early career positions in human resources were held at Anheuser-Busch Companies, Inc. and as a consultant with Booz, Allen & Hamilton, Inc. Dr. Avedon serves on the board of directors of Generac Power Systems. There are no arrangements between Dr. Avedon and any other person pursuant to which Dr. Avedon was selected as a director, nor are there any transactions to which the Company is or was a participant and in which Dr. Avedon has a material interest subject to disclosure under Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K. No family relationships exist between Dr. Avedon and any of the Company's directors or executive officers. Dr. Avedon will participate on a pro rata basis in the standard non-employee director compensation arrangements described under “Compensation of Directors” in the Company’s fiscal 2021 proxy state

2022
Q1

Q1 2022 Earnings

8-K

Apr 5, 2022

0001144215-22-000051

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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): April 5, 2022

Commission file number 001-16583.


ACUITY BRANDS, INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)


Delaware 58-2632672 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification Number)

1170 Peachtree Street, N.E., Suite 2300, Atlanta, Georgia 30309-7676 (Address of principal executive offices) (404) 853-1400 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code) None (Former Name or Former Address, if Changed Since Last Report) Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each classTrading symbolName of each exchange on which registered Common stock, $0.01 par value per shareAYINew York Stock Exchange

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: ☐    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)) 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. ☐

Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On April 5, 2022, Acuity Brands, Inc. (“we,” “our,” “us,” “the Company,” or similar references) issued a press release containing information about our results of operations for our fiscal quarter ended February 28, 2022. A copy of the press release is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K, which is incorporated herein by reference. The information contained in this paragraph, as well as Exhibit 99.1 referenced herein, shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, nor shall it be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d)Exhibits

99.1Press Release dated April 5, 2022.

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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 thereunto duly authorized. Date: April 5, 2022

ACUITY BRANDS, INC.

By: /s/ Karen J. Holcom Karen J. Holcom Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

3

2021
Q4

Q4 2021 Earnings

8-K

Jan 7, 2022

0001144215-22-000008

ayi-202201070001144215false00011442152022-01-072022-01-07

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): January 7, 2022

Commission file number 001-16583.


ACUITY BRANDS, INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)


Delaware 58-2632672 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification Number)

1170 Peachtree Street, N.E., Suite 2300, Atlanta, Georgia 30309-7676 (Address of principal executive offices) (404) 853-1400 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code) None (Former Name or Former Address, if Changed Since Last Report) Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each classTrading symbolName of each exchange on which registered Common stock, $0.01 par value per shareAYINew York Stock Exchange

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: ☐    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)) 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. ☐

Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On January 7, 2022, Acuity Brands, Inc. (“we,” “our,” “us,” “the Company,” or similar references) issued a press release containing information about our results of operations for our fiscal quarter ended November 30, 2021. A copy of the press release is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K, which is incorporated herein by reference. The information contained in this paragraph, as well as Exhibits 99.1 and 99.2 referenced herein, shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, nor shall it be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d)Exhibits

99.1Press Release dated January 7, 2022.

99.2Investor Presentation.

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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 thereunto duly authorized. Date: January 7, 2022

ACUITY BRANDS, INC.

By: /s/ Karen J. Holcom Karen J. Holcom Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

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2021
Q3

Q3 2021 Earnings

8-K

Oct 6, 2021

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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 6, 2021

Commission file number 001-16583.


ACUITY BRANDS, INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)


Delaware 58-2632672 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification Number)

1170 Peachtree Street, N.E., Suite 2300, Atlanta, Georgia 30309-7676 (Address of principal executive offices) (404) 853-1400 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code) None (Former Name or Former Address, if Changed Since Last Report) Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each classTrading symbolName of each exchange on which registered Common stock, $0.01 par value per shareAYINew York Stock Exchange

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: ☐    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)) 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. ☐

Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On October 6, 2021, Acuity Brands, Inc. (“we,” “our,” “us,” “the Company,” or similar references) issued a press release containing information about our results of operations for our fiscal fourth quarter and year ended August 31, 2021. A copy of the press release is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K, which is incorporated herein by reference. An investor presentation, which includes supplemental information relating to the Company's fourth quarter and fiscal year earnings, is furnished as Exhibit 99.2 to this Current Report on Form 8-K. The information contained in this paragraph, as well as Exhibits 99.1 and 99.2 referenced herein, shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, nor shall they be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d)Exhibits

99.1Press Release dated October 6, 2021.

99.2Investor Presentation.

104Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the inline XBRL document).

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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 thereunto duly authorized. Date: October 6, 2021

ACUITY BRANDS, INC.

By: /s/ Karen J. Holcom Karen J. Holcom Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

3

2021
Q2

Q2 2021 Earnings

8-K

Jul 1, 2021

0001144215-21-000068

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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): June 25, 2021

Commission file number 001-16583.


ACUITY BRANDS, INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)


Delaware 58-2632672 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification Number)

1170 Peachtree Street, N.E., Suite 2300, Atlanta, Georgia 30309-7676 (Address of principal executive offices) (404) 853-1400 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code) None (Former Name or Former Address, if Changed Since Last Report) Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each classTrading symbolName of each exchange on which registered Common stock, $0.01 par value per shareAYINew York Stock Exchange

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: ☐    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)) 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. ☐

Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On July 1, 2021, Acuity Brands, Inc. (“we,” “our,” “us,” “the Company,” or similar references) issued a press release containing information about our results of operations for our fiscal quarter ended May 31, 2021. A copy of the press release is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K, which is incorporated herein by reference. The information contained in this paragraph, as well as Exhibit 99.1 referenced herein, shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, nor shall it be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. Item 7.01. Regulation FD Disclosure. Segment Reporting During the third quarter of fiscal 2021, we completed a realignment of our operations and structure to better support our business strategy. As a result, beginning in the current quarter, we now report our financial results of operations in two reportable segments, Acuity Brands Lighting and Lighting Controls ("ABL") and Intelligent Spaces Group ("ISG"), consistent with how our chief operating decision maker currently evaluates operating results, assesses performance, and allocates resources within the Company. We are furnishing this Form 8-K under Regulation FD to provide a description of our new segments and to present summary financial information and historical data on a basis consistent with the new structure. These recast historical financial results are unaudited and may change in the course of quarterly reviews and the Company's annual audit. Beginning with the fiscal quarter ended May 31, 2021, our financial statements will reflect the new reporting structure with prior periods adjusted accordingly. For reference, segment information for our new reportable segments, ABL and ISG, as well as unallocated corporate charges for prior periods is presented below (in millions):

Fiscal 2020Fiscal 2021 First QuarterSecond QuarterThird QuarterFourth QuarterFirst QuarterSecond Quarter

ABL:

Net sales$798.0 $788.2 $741.6 $853.1 $753.6 $736.8 Operating profit109.6 95.8 98.6 121.8 98.4 102.0 Depreciation and amortization20.3 21.4 20.8 21.2 21.1 21.1

ISG:

Net sales$39.3 $39.1 $37.7 $40.9 $40.8 $43.3 Operating (loss) profit1.3 (3.4)(0.2)(1.6)(0.1)0.8 Depreciation and amortization3.6 4.0 4.4 4.3 3.6 3.7

Corporate: Operating loss$(27.3)$(11.0)$(15.4)$(14.3)$(12.6)$(11.8) Depreciation and amortization0.3 0.2 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.2

Eliminations: Net sales$(2.6)$(3.1)$(3.1)$(2.8)$(2.4)$(3.5)

Total: Net sales$834.7 $824.2 $776.2 $891.2 $792.0 $776.6 Operating profit83.6 81.4 83.0 105.9 85.7 91.0 Depreciation and amortization24.2 25.6 25.5 25.8 25.0 25.0

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Our AB

2020
Q4

Q4 2020 Earnings

8-K

Mar 31, 2021

0001144215-21-000043

ayi-202103250001144215false00011442152021-03-252021-03-25

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 25, 2021

Commission file number 001-16583.


ACUITY BRANDS, INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)


Delaware 58-2632672 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification Number)

1170 Peachtree Street, N.E., Suite 2300, Atlanta, Georgia 30309-7676 (Address of principal executive offices) (404) 853-1400 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code) None (Former Name or Former Address, if Changed Since Last Report) Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each classTrading symbolName of each exchange on which registered Common stock, $0.01 par value per shareAYINew York Stock Exchange

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: ☐    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)) 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. ☐

Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On March 31, 2021, Acuity Brands, Inc. (“we,” “our,” “us,” “the Company,” or similar references) issued a press release containing information about our results of operations for our fiscal quarter ended February 28, 2021. A copy of the press release is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K, which is incorporated herein by reference. The information contained in this paragraph, as well as Exhibit 99.1 referenced herein, 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. Item 8.01. Other Events. On March 25, 2021, the Board declared a quarterly dividend of $0.13 per share. A copy of the related press release is attached as Exhibit 99.2 to this Current Report on Form 8-K, which is incorporated herein by reference. Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d)Exhibits

99.1Press Release dated March 31, 2021. 99.2Press Release dated March 25, 2021. 104Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the inline XBRL document).

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 thereunto duly authorized. Date: March 31, 2021

ACUITY BRANDS, INC.

By: /s/ Karen J. Holcom Karen J. Holcom Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

EXHIBIT INDEX

99.1Press Release dated March 31, 2021. (Filed with the Commission as part of this Form 8-K). 99.2Press Release dated March 25, 2021. (Filed with the Commission as part of this Form 8-K). 104Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the inline XBRL document).(Filed with the Commission as part of this Form 8-K).

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