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Masimo board authorizes evaluation of consumer business separation; retains healthcare
MASIMO CORP
- Board authorized management to evaluate separation of consumer business (audio + health products: Stork, Freedom).
- Masimo will retain professional healthcare and telehealth products; expects improved profitability.
- Joe Kiani to remain Chairman and CEO of Masimo and become Chairman of the new company.
- Separation timing subject to due diligence, definitive agreements, SEC clearance, and regulatory approvals.
- Masimo reaffirms Q1 and fiscal 2024 financial guidance.