gl-20260722 0000320335 false Chicago Stock Exchange, Inc. 0000320335 2026-07-22 2026-07-22 0000320335 us-gaap:CommonStockMember exch:XNYS 2026-07-22 2026-07-22 0000320335 us-gaap:CommonStockMember exch:XCHI 2026-07-22 2026-07-22 0000320335 us-gaap:SubordinatedDebtMember 2026-07-22 2026-07-22 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 22, 2026 GLOBE LIFE INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-08052 63-0780404 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File No.) (I.R.S. Employer ID No.) 7677 Henneman Way , McKinney , Texas 75070 (Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code) Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: ( 972 ) 569-4000 (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 class Trading Symbol(s) Name of each exchange on which registered Common Stock, $1.00 par value per share GL New York Stock Exchange Common Stock, $1.00 par value per share GL NYSE Texas, Inc. 4.250% Junior Subordinated Debentures GL PRD New 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 July 22, 2026, Globe Life Inc. issued a press release announcing its second quarter 2026 financial results. A copy of the press release is incorporated herein by reference and is provided as Exhibit 99.1. In accordance with General Instruction B.2 of Form 8-K, the information included or incorporated in this report (including Exhibit 99.1) shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the “Exchange Act”), nor shall such information be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933 or the Exchange Act, except as shall be set forth by specific reference in such filing. Item 9.01 Financial Statement and Exhibits. (a) Financial statements of businesses or funds acquired. Not applicable. (b) Pro forma financial information. Not applicable. (c) Shell company transactions. Not applicable (d) Exhibits. (99.1) Globe Life Inc. Q2 FY 2026 Press Release dated July 22, 2026 (104)  Cover 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 hereunto duly authorized. Date: July 22, 2026 GLOBE LIFE INC. /s/ Christopher T. Moore Christopher T. Moore Corporate Senior Vice President, Associate Counsel and Corporate Secretary

Globe Life Inc. announced its second quarter 2026 financial results on July 22, 2026, providing investors and stakeholders with key performance metrics and operational insights to assess the company's market position and financial health.

On July 22, 2026, Globe Life Inc. announced its financial results for the second quarter of 2026. The press release provides a comprehensive overview of the company's operational performance, including key financial metrics and comparisons to prior periods. Significant results include changes in revenue, net income, and earnings per share, reflecting the company's strategic initiatives during the quarter. This disclosure aims to inform shareholders and the market about the financial health of the company, providing transparency following the closing of the second quarter.

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