Masimo board approves evaluation of separation of consumer business

Masimo announced that its Board of Directors has authorized management to evaluate a proposed separation of its consumer business. The Board and management will evaluate the proposed structure of the separation. Masimo expects that the separation will include its consumer audio and consumer health products, including the Stork baby monitor and the Freedom smart watch and band. Masimo will retain its professional healthcare and telehealth products. Masimo expects that this will improve the profitability of the healthcare business. Joe Kiani is expected to remain Chairman and CEO of Masimo and to be named Chairman of the newly created company. Masimo will seek to complete the separation as soon as feasible, subject to completion of due diligence, completion of definitive agreements, submission and clearance of filings with the SEC and the receipt of other applicable regulatory approvals. Masimo is also reaffirming its financial guidance for the first quarter and fiscal year 2024.