of this report, including Exhibit 99.1 hereto, shall not be deemed to be “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section or Sections 11 and 12(a)(2) of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. The information and the accompanying exhibit shall not be deemed to be incorporated by reference into filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission made by the Company, except as shall be expressly s…

of this report, including Exhibit 99.1 hereto, shall not be deemed to be “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section or Sections 11 and 12(a)(2) of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. The information and the accompanying exhibit shall not be deemed to be incorporated by reference into filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission made by the Company, except as shall be expressly s…

of this report, including Exhibit 99.1 hereto, shall not be deemed to be “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section or Sections 11 and 12(a)(2) of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. The information and the accompanying exhibit shall not be deemed to be incorporated by reference into filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission made by the Company, except as shall be expressly s…

Changes in Registrant’s Certifying Accountant. After conducting a competitive process, on January 27, 2026, the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors (the “Audit Committee”) of Leslie’s, Inc. (the “Company”) approved the appointment of Grant Thornton LLP (“Grant Thornton”) as the new independent registered public accounting firm for the Company for the fiscal year ending October 3, 2026. In addition, on January 27, 2026, the Audit Committee approved the dismissal of Ernst & Young LLP (“EY…

Director — John Hartmann: The company appointed a new director with extensive retail leadership and turnaround experience.

Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On December 2, 2025 Leslie’s, Inc. (the “Company”) issued a press release announcing its financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended October 4, 2025 and furnished the press release on a Current Report on Form 8-K (the “Original Form 8-K”). This Current Report on Form 8-K/A amends the Original Form 8-K solely for the purpose of correcting an immaterial error with respect to the Company’s calculation of basic and diluted loss per…

Material Impairments The information set forth in

of this report, including Exhibit 99.1 hereto, shall not be deemed to be “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section or Sections 11 and 12(a)(2) of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. The information and the accompanying exhibit shall not be deemed to be incorporated by reference into filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission made by the Company, except as shall be expressly s…

Costs Associated With Exit or Disposal Activities On November 25, 2025 the Company approved a plan to streamline operations and improve long-term profitability (the "Plan"). As part of the Plan, the Company intends to close approximately 80-90 U.S. stores identified as underperforming. The Company expects the closures to be substantially completed by the end of first fiscal quarter of 2026. In connection with the Plan, the Company expects to incur total pre-tax charges of approximately $12.0…

Material Modification to Rights of Security Holders. To the extent required by

Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer — Jeff White: Jeff White was appointed as the Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer of Leslie's, Inc.

Interim Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer — Tony Iskander: Tony Iskander is stepping down from his position as Interim Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer for personal reasons.

of this report, including Exhibit 99.1 hereto, shall not be deemed to be “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section or Sections 11 and 12(a)(2) of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. The information and the accompanying exhibit shall not be deemed to be incorporated by reference into filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission made by the Company, except as shall be expressly s…

Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On July 28, 2025, Leslie’s, Inc. (the “Company”) issued a press release that included the announcement of certain estimated preliminary financial results for the Company’s fiscal third quarter ended June 28, 2025. A copy of the press release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this report. The estimated preliminary financial results are subject to the completion of the Company’s financial closing procedures and any adjustments that may result from th…

Chief Merchandising and Supply Chain Officer — Amy College: The company hired a new Chief Merchandising and Supply Chain Officer from an external source.

of this report, including Exhibit 99.1 hereto, shall not be deemed to be “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section or Sections 11 and 12(a)(2) of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. The information and the accompanying exhibit shall not be deemed to be incorporated by reference into filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission made by the Company, except as shall be expressly s…

Notice of Delisting or Failure to Satisfy a Continued Listing Rule or Standard; Transfer of Listing. On April 24, 2025, Leslie’s, Inc. (the “Company”) received notification (the “Notice”) from the Listing Qualifications Department of The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC (“Nasdaq”) indicating that the Company’s common stock is subject to potential delisting from The Nasdaq Global Select Market because, for a period of 30 consecutive business days, the bid price of the Company’s common stock has closed…

Chief Retail Operations and Talent Officer — Naomi Cramer: Naomi Cramer was promoted to a new role combining Chief People Officer and Chief Stores Officer duties.

of this report, including Exhibit 99.1 hereto, shall not be deemed to be “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section or Sections 11 and 12(a)(2) of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. The information and the accompanying exhibit shall not be deemed to be incorporated by reference into filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission made by the Company, except as shall be expressly s…

of this report, including Exhibit 99.1 hereto, shall not be deemed to be “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section or Sections 11 and 12(a)(2) of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. The information and the accompanying exhibit shall not be deemed to be incorporated by reference into filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission made by the Company, except as shall be expressly s…

Chief Executive Officer and Director — Jason McDonell: Jason McDonell was appointed as the new CEO and Director of Leslie's, Inc.

of this report, including Exhibit 99.1 hereto, shall not be deemed to be “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section or Sections 11 and 12(a)(2) of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. The information and the accompanying exhibit shall not be deemed to be incorporated by reference into filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission made by the Company, except as shall be expressly s…

Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On July 17, 2024, Leslie’s, Inc. (the “Company”) issued a press release that included the announcement of certain estimated preliminary financial results for the Company’s third quarter ended June 29, 2024 and updated its full year fiscal 2024 outlook. A copy of the press release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this report. The estimated preliminary financial results are subject to the completion of the Company’s financial closing procedures and…

Director — Lorna Nagler: The Board increased its size and elected Lorna Nagler as a new director, bringing significant retail expertise to the board.

Director — Eric Kufel: Mr. Kufel resigned to take on a new role as Chairman and CEO of JustFoodForDogs.