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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 29, 2026

STRYKER CORPORATION

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Michigan001-1314938-1239739 (State of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

1941 Stryker Way Portage,Michigan49002 (Address of principal executive offices)(Zip Code)

(269)385-2600 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

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, $.10 Par ValueSYKNew York Stock Exchange 2.125% Notes due 2027SYK27New York Stock Exchange 3.375% Notes due 2028SYK28New York Stock Exchange 0.750% Notes due 2029SYK29New York Stock Exchange 2.625% Notes due 2030SYK30New York Stock Exchange 1.000% Notes due 2031SYK31New York Stock Exchange 3.375% Notes due 2032SYK32New York Stock Exchange 3.625% Notes due 2036SYK36New 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 2.02RESULTS OF OPERATIONS AND FINANCIAL CONDITION

Stryker Corporation issued a press release on January 29, 2026 announcing its fourth quarter and full-year 2025 operating results and 2026 outlook. A copy of this press release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1.

The information furnished in this report, including Exhibit 99.1, shall not be deemed "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the "Exchange Act"), or incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

ITEM 9.01FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND EXHIBITS

(d)Exhibits

99.1Stryker reports 2025 operating results and 2026 outlook, press release dated January 29, 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.

STRYKER CORPORATION

(Registrant)

Date:January 29, 2026/s/ PRESTON W. WELLS Preston W. Wells Vice President, Chief Financial Officer

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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 30, 2025

STRYKER CORPORATION

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Michigan001-1314938-1239739 (State of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

1941 Stryker Way Portage,Michigan49002 (Address of principal executive offices)(Zip Code)

(269)385-2600 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

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, $.10 Par ValueSYKNew York Stock Exchange 2.125% Notes due 2027SYK27New York Stock Exchange 3.375% Notes due 2028SYK28New York Stock Exchange 0.750% Notes due 2029SYK29New York Stock Exchange 2.625% Notes due 2030SYK30New York Stock Exchange 1.000% Notes due 2031SYK31New York Stock Exchange 3.375% Notes due 2032SYK32New York Stock Exchange 3.625% Notes due 2036SYK36New 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 2.02RESULTS OF OPERATIONS AND FINANCIAL CONDITION

Stryker Corporation issued a press release on October 30, 2025 announcing its third quarter 2025 operating results. A copy of this press release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1.

The information furnished in this report, including Exhibit 99.1, shall not be deemed "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the "Exchange Act"), or incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

ITEM 9.01FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND EXHIBITS

(d)Exhibits

99.1Stryker reports third quarter 2025 operating results, press release dated October 30, 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.

STRYKER CORPORATION

(Registrant)

Date:October 30, 2025/s/ PRESTON W. WELLS Preston W. Wells Vice President, Chief Financial Officer

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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 31, 2025

STRYKER CORPORATION

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Michigan001-1314938-1239739 (State of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

1941 Stryker Way Portage,Michigan49002 (Address of principal executive offices)(Zip Code)

(269)385-2600 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

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, $.10 Par ValueSYKNew York Stock Exchange 2.125% Notes due 2027SYK27New York Stock Exchange 3.375% Notes due 2028SYK28New York Stock Exchange 0.750% Notes due 2029SYK29New York Stock Exchange 2.625% Notes due 2030SYK30New York Stock Exchange 1.000% Notes due 2031SYK31New York Stock Exchange 3.375% Notes due 2032SYK32New York Stock Exchange 3.625% Notes due 2036SYK36New 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 2.02RESULTS OF OPERATIONS AND FINANCIAL CONDITION

Stryker Corporation issued a press release on July 31, 2025 announcing its second quarter 2025 operating results. A copy of this press release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1.

The information furnished in this report, including Exhibit 99.1, shall not be deemed "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the "Exchange Act"), or incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

ITEM 9.01FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND EXHIBITS

(d)Exhibits

99.1Stryker reports second quarter 2025 operating results, press release dated July 31, 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.

STRYKER CORPORATION

(Registrant)

Date:July 31, 2025/s/ PRESTON W. WELLS Preston W. Wells Vice President, Chief Financial Officer

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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): May 1, 2025

STRYKER CORPORATION

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Michigan001-1314938-1239739 (State of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

1941 Stryker Way Portage,Michigan49002 (Address of principal executive offices)(Zip Code)

(269)385-2600 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

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, $.10 Par ValueSYKNew York Stock Exchange 2.125% Notes due 2027SYK27New York Stock Exchange 3.375% Notes due 2028SYK28New York Stock Exchange 0.750% Notes due 2029SYK29New York Stock Exchange 2.625% Notes due 2030SYK30New York Stock Exchange 1.000% Notes due 2031SYK31New York Stock Exchange 3.375% Notes due 2032SYK32New York Stock Exchange 3.625% Notes due 2036SYK36New 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 2.02RESULTS OF OPERATIONS AND FINANCIAL CONDITION

Stryker Corporation issued a press release on May 1, 2025 announcing its first quarter 2025 operating results. A copy of this press release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1.

The information furnished in this report, including Exhibit 99.1, shall not be deemed "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the "Exchange Act"), or incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

ITEM 9.01FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND EXHIBITS

(d)Exhibits

99.1Stryker reports first quarter 2025 operating results, press release dated May 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.

STRYKER CORPORATION

(Registrant)

Date:May 1, 2025/s/ PRESTON W. WELLS Preston W. Wells Vice President, Chief Financial Officer

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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 28, 2025

STRYKER CORPORATION

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Michigan001-1314938-1239739 (State of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

1941 Stryker Way Portage,Michigan49002 (Address of principal executive offices)(Zip Code)

(269)385-2600 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

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, $.10 Par ValueSYKNew York Stock Exchange 2.125% Notes due 2027SYK27New York Stock Exchange 3.375% Notes due 2028SYK28New York Stock Exchange 0.750% Notes due 2029SYK29New York Stock Exchange 2.625% Notes due 2030SYK30New York Stock Exchange 1.000% Notes due 2031SYK31New York Stock Exchange 3.375% Notes due 2032SYK32New York Stock Exchange 3.625% Notes due 2036SYK36New 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 2.02RESULTS OF OPERATIONS AND FINANCIAL CONDITION

Stryker Corporation issued a press release on January 28, 2025 announcing its fourth quarter and full-year 2024 operating results and 2025 outlook. A copy of this press release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1.

The information furnished in this report, including Exhibit 99.1, shall not be deemed "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the "Exchange Act"), or incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

ITEM 9.01FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND EXHIBITS

(d)Exhibits

99.1Stryker reports 2024 operating results and 2025 outlook, press release dated January 28, 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.

STRYKER CORPORATION

(Registrant)

Date:January 28, 2025/s/ GLENN S. BOEHNLEIN Glenn S. Boehnlein Vice President, Chief Financial Officer

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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 29, 2024

STRYKER CORPORATION

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Michigan001-1314938-1239739 (State of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

1941 Stryker Way Portage,Michigan49002 (Address of principal executive offices)(Zip Code)

(269)385-2600 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

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, $.10 Par ValueSYKNew York Stock Exchange 0.250% Notes due 2024SYK24ANew York Stock Exchange 2.125% Notes due 2027SYK27New York Stock Exchange 3.375% Notes due 2028SYK28New York Stock Exchange 0.750% Notes due 2029SYK29New York Stock Exchange 2.625% Notes due 2030SYK30New York Stock Exchange 1.000% Notes due 2031SYK31New York Stock Exchange 3.375% Notes due 2032SYK32New York Stock Exchange 3.625% Notes due 2036SYK36New 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 2.02RESULTS OF OPERATIONS AND FINANCIAL CONDITION

Stryker Corporation issued a press release on October 29, 2024 announcing its third quarter 2024 operating results. A copy of this press release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1.

The information furnished in this report, including Exhibit 99.1, shall not be deemed "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the "Exchange Act"), or incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

ITEM 9.01FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND EXHIBITS

(d)Exhibits

99.1Stryker reports third quarter 2024 operating results, press release dated October 29, 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.

STRYKER CORPORATION

(Registrant)

Date:October 29, 2024/s/ GLENN S. BOEHNLEIN Glenn S. Boehnlein Vice President, Chief Financial Officer

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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 30, 2024

STRYKER CORPORATION

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Michigan001-1314938-1239739 (State of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

1941 Stryker Way Portage,Michigan49002 (Address of principal executive offices)(Zip Code)

(269)385-2600 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

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, $.10 Par ValueSYKNew York Stock Exchange 0.250% Notes due 2024SYK24ANew York Stock Exchange 2.125% Notes due 2027SYK27New York Stock Exchange 3.375% Notes due 2028SYK28New York Stock Exchange 0.750% Notes due 2029SYK29New York Stock Exchange 2.625% Notes due 2030SYK30New York Stock Exchange 1.000% Notes due 2031SYK31New 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 2.02RESULTS OF OPERATIONS AND FINANCIAL CONDITION

Stryker Corporation issued a press release on July 30, 2024 announcing its second quarter 2024 operating results. A copy of this press release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1.

The information furnished in this report, including Exhibit 99.1, shall not be deemed "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the "Exchange Act"), or incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

ITEM 9.01FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND EXHIBITS

(d)Exhibits

99.1Stryker reports second quarter 2024 operating results, press release dated July 30, 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.

STRYKER CORPORATION

(Registrant)

Date:July 30, 2024/s/ GLENN S. BOEHNLEIN Glenn S. Boehnlein Vice President, Chief Financial Officer

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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 30, 2024

STRYKER CORPORATION

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Michigan001-1314938-1239739 (State of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

1941 Stryker Way Portage,Michigan49002 (Address of principal executive offices)(Zip Code)

(269)385-2600 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

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, $.10 Par ValueSYKNew York Stock Exchange 0.250% Notes due 2024SYK24ANew York Stock Exchange 2.125% Notes due 2027SYK27New York Stock Exchange 3.375% Notes due 2028SYK28New York Stock Exchange 0.750% Notes due 2029SYK29New York Stock Exchange 2.625% Notes due 2030SYK30New York Stock Exchange 1.000% Notes due 2031SYK31New 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 2.02RESULTS OF OPERATIONS AND FINANCIAL CONDITION

Stryker Corporation issued a press release on April 30, 2024 announcing its first quarter 2024 operating results. A copy of this press release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1.

The information furnished in this report, including Exhibit 99.1, shall not be deemed "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the "Exchange Act"), or incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

ITEM 9.01FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND EXHIBITS

(d)Exhibits

99.1Stryker reports first quarter 2024 operating results, press release dated April 30, 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.

STRYKER CORPORATION

(Registrant)

Date:April 30, 2024/s/ GLENN S. BOEHNLEIN Glenn S. Boehnlein Vice President, Chief Financial Officer

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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 30, 2024

STRYKER CORPORATION

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Michigan001-1314938-1239739 (State of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

1941 Stryker Way,Portage,Michigan49002 (Address of principal executive offices)(Zip Code)

(269)385-2600 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

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, $.10 Par ValueSYKNew York Stock Exchange 0.250% Notes due 2024SYK24ANew York Stock Exchange 2.125% Notes due 2027SYK27New York Stock Exchange 3.375% Notes due 2028SYK28New York Stock Exchange 0.750% Notes due 2029SYK29New York Stock Exchange 2.625% Notes due 2030SYK30New York Stock Exchange 1.000% Notes due 2031SYK31New 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 2.02RESULTS OF OPERATIONS AND FINANCIAL CONDITION

Stryker Corporation issued a press release on January 30, 2024 announcing its fourth quarter and full-year 2023 operating results and 2024 outlook. A copy of this press release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1.

ITEM 9.01FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND EXHIBITS

(d)Exhibits

99.1Stryker reports 2023 operating results and 2024 outlook, press release dated January 30, 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.

STRYKER CORPORATION

(Registrant)

Date:January 30, 2024/s/ GLENN S. BOEHNLEIN Glenn S. Boehnlein Vice President, Chief Financial Officer

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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): November 2, 2023

STRYKER CORPORATION

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Michigan001-1314938-1239739 (State of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

2825 Airview Boulevard,Kalamazoo,Michigan49002 (Address of principal executive offices)(Zip Code)

(269)385-2600 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

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, $.10 Par ValueSYKNew York Stock Exchange 1.125% Notes due 2023SYK23New York Stock Exchange 0.250% Notes due 2024SYK24ANew York Stock Exchange 2.125% Notes due 2027SYK27New York Stock Exchange 0.750% Notes due 2029SYK29New York Stock Exchange 2.625% Notes due 2030SYK30New York Stock Exchange 1.000% Notes due 2031SYK31New 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 2.02RESULTS OF OPERATIONS AND FINANCIAL CONDITION

Stryker Corporation issued a press release on November 2, 2023 announcing its third quarter 2023 operating results. A copy of this press release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1.

The information furnished in this report, including Exhibit 99.1, shall not be deemed "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the "Exchange Act"), or incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

ITEM 9.01FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND EXHIBITS

(d)Exhibits

99.1Stryker reports third quarter 2023 operating results, press release dated November 2, 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.

STRYKER CORPORATION

(Registrant)

Date:November 2, 2023/s/ GLENN S. BOEHNLEIN Glenn S. Boehnlein Vice President, Chief Financial Officer

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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): August 3, 2023

STRYKER CORPORATION

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Michigan001-1314938-1239739 (State of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

2825 Airview Boulevard,Kalamazoo,Michigan49002 (Address of principal executive offices)(Zip Code)

(269)385-2600 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

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, $.10 Par ValueSYKNew York Stock Exchange 1.125% Notes due 2023SYK23New York Stock Exchange 0.250% Notes due 2024SYK24ANew York Stock Exchange 2.125% Notes due 2027SYK27New York Stock Exchange 0.750% Notes due 2029SYK29New York Stock Exchange 2.625% Notes due 2030SYK30New York Stock Exchange 1.000% Notes due 2031SYK31New 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 2.02RESULTS OF OPERATIONS AND FINANCIAL CONDITION

Stryker Corporation issued a press release on August 3, 2023 announcing its second quarter 2023 operating results. A copy of this press release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1.

The information furnished in this report, including Exhibit 99.1, shall not be deemed "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the "Exchange Act"), or incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

ITEM 9.01FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND EXHIBITS

(d)Exhibits

99.1Stryker reports second quarter 2023 operating results, press release dated August 3, 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.

STRYKER CORPORATION

(Registrant)

Date:August 3, 2023/s/ GLENN S. BOEHNLEIN Glenn S. Boehnlein Vice President, Chief Financial Officer

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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): May 1, 2023

STRYKER CORPORATION

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Michigan001-1314938-1239739 (State of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

2825 Airview Boulevard,Kalamazoo,Michigan49002 (Address of principal executive offices)(Zip Code)

(269)385-2600 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

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, $.10 Par ValueSYKNew York Stock Exchange 1.125% Notes due 2023SYK23New York Stock Exchange 0.250% Notes due 2024SYK24ANew York Stock Exchange 2.125% Notes due 2027SYK27New York Stock Exchange 0.750% Notes due 2029SYK29New York Stock Exchange 2.625% Notes due 2030SYK30New York Stock Exchange 1.000% Notes due 2031SYK31New 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 2.02RESULTS OF OPERATIONS AND FINANCIAL CONDITION

Stryker Corporation issued a press release on May 1, 2023 announcing its first quarter 2023 operating results. A copy of this press release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1.

The information furnished in this report, including Exhibit 99.1, shall not be deemed "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the "Exchange Act"), or incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

ITEM 9.01FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND EXHIBITS

(d)Exhibits

99.1 Stryker reports first quarter 2023 operating results, press release dated May 1, 2023 104Cover Page Interactive Data File (the cover page XBRL tags are 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 hereunto duly authorized.

STRYKER CORPORATION

(Registrant)

Date:May 1, 2023/s/ GLENN S. BOEHNLEIN Glenn S. Boehnlein Vice President, Chief Financial Officer

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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 31, 2023

STRYKER CORPORATION

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Michigan001-1314938-1239739 (State of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

2825 Airview Boulevard,Kalamazoo,Michigan49002 (Address of principal executive offices)(Zip Code)

(269)385-2600 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

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, $.10 Par ValueSYKNew York Stock Exchange 1.125% Notes due 2023SYK23New York Stock Exchange 0.250% Notes due 2024SYK24ANew York Stock Exchange 2.125% Notes due 2027SYK27New York Stock Exchange 0.750% Notes due 2029SYK29New York Stock Exchange 2.625% Notes due 2030SYK30New York Stock Exchange 1.000% Notes due 2031SYK31New 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 2.02RESULTS OF OPERATIONS AND FINANCIAL CONDITION

Stryker Corporation issued a press release on January 31, 2023 announcing its fourth quarter and full-year 2022 operating results and 2023 outlook. A copy of this press release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1.

ITEM 9.01FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND EXHIBITS

(d)Exhibits

99.1 Stryker reports 2022 operating results and 2023 outlook, press release dated January 31, 2023 104Cover Page Interactive Data File (the cover page XBRL tags are 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 hereunto duly authorized.

STRYKER CORPORATION

(Registrant)

Date:January 31, 2023/s/ GLENN S. BOEHNLEIN Glenn S. Boehnlein Vice President, Chief Financial Officer

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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 31, 2022

STRYKER CORPORATION

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Michigan001-1314938-1239739 (State of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

2825 Airview Boulevard,Kalamazoo,Michigan49002 (Address of principal executive offices)(Zip Code)

(269)385-2600 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

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, $.10 Par ValueSYKNew York Stock Exchange 1.125% Notes due 2023SYK23New York Stock Exchange 0.250% Notes due 2024SYK24ANew York Stock Exchange 2.125% Notes due 2027SYK27New York Stock Exchange 0.750% Notes due 2029SYK29New York Stock Exchange 2.625% Notes due 2030SYK30New York Stock Exchange 1.000% Notes due 2031SYK31New 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 2.02RESULTS OF OPERATIONS AND FINANCIAL CONDITION

Stryker Corporation issued a press release on October 31, 2022 announcing its third quarter 2022 operating results. A copy of this press release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1.

ITEM 9.01FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND EXHIBITS

(d)Exhibits

99.1 Stryker reports third quarter 2022 operating results, press release dated October 31, 2022 104Cover Page Interactive Data File (the cover page XBRL tags are 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 hereunto duly authorized.

STRYKER CORPORATION

(Registrant)

Date:October 31, 2022/s/ GLENN S. BOEHNLEIN Glenn S. Boehnlein Vice President, Chief Financial Officer

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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 26, 2022

STRYKER CORPORATION

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Michigan001-1314938-1239739 (State of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

2825 Airview Boulevard,Kalamazoo,Michigan49002 (Address of principal executive offices)(Zip Code)

(269)385-2600 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

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, $.10 Par ValueSYKNew York Stock Exchange 1.125% Notes due 2023SYK23New York Stock Exchange 0.250% Notes due 2024SYK24ANew York Stock Exchange 2.125% Notes due 2027SYK27New York Stock Exchange 0.750% Notes due 2029SYK29New York Stock Exchange 2.625% Notes due 2030SYK30New York Stock Exchange 1.000% Notes due 2031SYK31New 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 2.02RESULTS OF OPERATIONS AND FINANCIAL CONDITION

Stryker Corporation issued a press release on July 26, 2022 announcing its second quarter 2022 operating results. A copy of this press release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1.

ITEM 9.01FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND EXHIBITS

(d)Exhibits

99.1 Stryker reports second quarter 2022 operating results, press release dated July 26, 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 hereunto duly authorized.

STRYKER CORPORATION

(Registrant)

Date:July 26, 2022/s/ GLENN S. BOEHNLEIN Glenn S. Boehnlein Vice President, Chief Financial Officer

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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 28, 2022

STRYKER CORPORATION

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Michigan001-1314938-1239739 (State of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

2825 Airview Boulevard,Kalamazoo,Michigan49002 (Address of principal executive offices)(Zip Code)

(269)385-2600 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

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, $.10 Par ValueSYKNew York Stock Exchange 1.125% Notes due 2023SYK23New York Stock Exchange 0.250% Notes due 2024SYK24ANew York Stock Exchange 2.125% Notes due 2027SYK27New York Stock Exchange 0.750% Notes due 2029SYK29New York Stock Exchange 2.625% Notes due 2030SYK30New York Stock Exchange 1.000% Notes due 2031SYK31New 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 2.02RESULTS OF OPERATIONS AND FINANCIAL CONDITION

Stryker Corporation issued a press release on April 28, 2022 announcing its first quarter 2022 operating results. A copy of this press release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1.

ITEM 9.01FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND EXHIBITS

(d)Exhibits

99.1 Stryker reports first quarter 2022 operating results, press release dated April 28, 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 hereunto duly authorized.

STRYKER CORPORATION

(Registrant)

Date:April 28, 2022/s/ GLENN S. BOEHNLEIN Glenn S. Boehnlein Vice President, Chief Financial Officer

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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 27, 2022

STRYKER CORPORATION

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Michigan001-1314938-1239739 (State of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

2825 Airview Boulevard,Kalamazoo,Michigan49002 (Address of principal executive offices)(Zip Code)

(269)385-2600 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

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, $.10 Par ValueSYKNew York Stock Exchange 1.125% Notes due 2023SYK23New York Stock Exchange 0.250% Notes due 2024SYK24ANew York Stock Exchange 2.125% Notes due 2027SYK27New York Stock Exchange 0.750% Notes due 2029SYK29New York Stock Exchange 2.625% Notes due 2030SYK30New York Stock Exchange 1.000% Notes due 2031SYK31New 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 2.02RESULTS OF OPERATIONS AND FINANCIAL CONDITION

Stryker Corporation issued a press release on January 27, 2022 announcing its fourth quarter and full-year 2021 operating results and 2022 outlook. A copy of this press release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1.

ITEM 9.01FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND EXHIBITS

(d)Exhibits

99.1 Stryker reports 2021 operating results and 2022 outlook, press release dated January 27, 2022 104Cover Page Interactive Data File (the cover page XBRL tags are 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 hereunto duly authorized.

STRYKER CORPORATION

(Registrant)

Date:January 27, 2022/s/ GLENN S. BOEHNLEIN Glenn S. Boehnlein Vice President, Chief Financial Officer

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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 28, 2021

STRYKER CORPORATION

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Michigan001-1314938-1239739 (State of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

2825 Airview Boulevard,Kalamazoo,Michigan49002 (Address of principal executive offices)(Zip Code)

(269)385-2600 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

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, $.10 Par ValueSYKNew York Stock Exchange 1.125% Notes due 2023SYK23New York Stock Exchange 0.250% Notes due 2024SYK24ANew York Stock Exchange 2.125% Notes due 2027SYK27New York Stock Exchange 0.750% Notes due 2029SYK29New York Stock Exchange 2.625% Notes due 2030SYK30New York Stock Exchange 1.000% Notes due 2031SYK31New 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 2.02RESULTS OF OPERATIONS AND FINANCIAL CONDITION

Stryker Corporation issued a press release on October 28, 2021 announcing its third quarter 2021 operating results. A copy of this press release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1.

ITEM 9.01FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND EXHIBITS

(d)Exhibits

99.1 Stryker reports third quarter 2021 operating results, press release dated October 28, 2021

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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.

STRYKER CORPORATION

(Registrant)

Date:October 28, 2021/s/ GLENN S. BOEHNLEIN Glenn S. Boehnlein Vice President, Chief Financial Officer

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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 27, 2021

STRYKER CORPORATION

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Michigan001-1314938-1239739 (State of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

2825 Airview Boulevard,Kalamazoo,Michigan49002 (Address of principal executive offices)(Zip Code)

(269)385-2600 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

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, $.10 Par ValueSYKNew York Stock Exchange 1.125% Notes due 2023SYK23New York Stock Exchange 0.250% Notes due 2024SYK24ANew York Stock Exchange 2.125% Notes due 2027SYK27New York Stock Exchange 0.750% Notes due 2029SYK29New York Stock Exchange 2.625% Notes due 2030SYK30New York Stock Exchange 1.000% Notes due 2031SYK31New 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 2.02RESULTS OF OPERATIONS AND FINANCIAL CONDITION

Stryker Corporation issued a press release on July 27, 2021 announcing its second quarter 2021 operating results. A copy of this press release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1.

ITEM 9.01FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND EXHIBITS

(d)Exhibits

99.1 Stryker reports second quarter 2021 operating results, press release dated July 27, 2021 104Cover Page Interactive Data File (the cover page XBRL tags are 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 hereunto duly authorized.

STRYKER CORPORATION

(Registrant)

Date:July 27, 2021/s/ GLENN S. BOEHNLEIN Glenn S. Boehnlein Vice President, Chief Financial Officer

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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 27, 2021

STRYKER CORPORATION

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Michigan001-1314938-1239739 (State of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

2825 Airview Boulevard,Kalamazoo,Michigan49002 (Address of principal executive offices)(Zip Code)

(269)385-2600 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

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, $.10 Par ValueSYKNew York Stock Exchange 1.125% Notes due 2023SYK23New York Stock Exchange 0.250% Notes due 2024SYK24ANew York Stock Exchange 2.125% Notes due 2027SYK27New York Stock Exchange 0.750% Notes due 2029SYK29New York Stock Exchange 2.625% Notes due 2030SYK30New York Stock Exchange 1.000% Notes due 2031SYK31New 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 2.02RESULTS OF OPERATIONS AND FINANCIAL CONDITION

Stryker Corporation issued a press release on April 27, 2021 announcing its first quarter 2021 operating results. A copy of this press release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1.

ITEM 9.01FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND EXHIBITS

(d)Exhibits

99.1 Stryker reports first quarter 2021 operating results, press release dated April 27, 2021 104Cover Page Interactive Data File (the cover page XBRL tags are 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 hereunto duly authorized.

STRYKER CORPORATION

(Registrant)

Date:April 27, 2021/s/ GLENN S. BOEHNLEIN Glenn S. Boehnlein Vice President, Chief Financial Officer