Form 8-K Filing by Optimum Communications, Inc.

On March 12, 2026, Optimum Communications, Inc. approved the grant of deferred cash awards (DCAs) to key executives, including the CEO, CFO, General Counsel, and President of Consumer Services, as part of their 2026 long-term incentive program. The DCAs will vest over three years, with one-third vesting annually starting December 14, 2026. The CEO received a $5,000,000 award, the CFO $1,750,000, the General Counsel $1,500,000, and the President $1,125,000. These DCAs constitute 50% of the 2026 long-term incentive program, with the remainder expected as cash performance awards. Executive salaries and short-term incentive targets remain unchanged, but bonus performance will be assessed quarterly.