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US Executive Compensation Proxy SEC Filings — April 07, 2026

Executive Compensation Insights

50 high priority50 total filings analysed

Executive Summary

Across 50 DEF 14A filings for US companies' 2026 annual meetings (primarily May 19-21), a dominant theme is robust 2025 fiscal performance with 14 companies explicitly reporting YoY revenue growth (avg +28%, range 4%-98%) in sectors like transport/logistics (XPO +LTL EBITDA 4% YoY), airlines (United +7.3% pre-tax margin), pharma (Collegium +48% Jornay PM), and fintech (Bread Financial net income +87% YoY), signaling broad economic resilience despite isolated challenges. Neutral sentiment prevails (32/50), with positive in 12 (e.g., Target Hospitality $0 net debt, Global Net Lease 32% TSR) and mixed in 2; no explicit guidance cuts but forward-looking catalysts include auditor ratifications for FY2026, equity plan expansions (e.g., Mistras +1.7M shares), and PDUFA dates (INOVIO Oct 2026). Capital allocation leans shareholder-friendly with buybacks (Collegium $25M, Rush $193.5M), dividends (Rush +5.6%), and debt reduction (Global Net Lease $2.2B), though dilution risks from incentive plan increases in 5 firms. Portfolio-level trend: 8/14 reporting firms show margin stability/improvement (e.g., XPO LTL +80bps), outperforming peers; sector patterns favor transport/pharma over REITs/funds. Market implication: Buy dips in high-performers pre-May meetings for potential say-on-pay catalysts and TSR boosts.

Tracking the trend? Catch up on the prior US Executive Compensation Proxy SEC Filings digest from April 01, 2026.

Investment Signals(11)

  • FY2025 revenue $320.6M, Adjusted EBITDA $53.2M, $66M Discretionary Cash Flow, $0 net debt, $740M new awards since Feb 2025

  • XPO, Inc.(BULLISH)

    FY2025 revenue $8.16B, LTL adjusted EBITDA +4% YoY to $1.13B, operating ratio improved 80bps to 84%, yield ex-fuel +6% YoY, 533% TSR since 2022

  • FY2025 pre-tax earnings $4.3B (+7.3% margin YoY, only US legacy carrier growing EPS), net income $3.4B, OCF $8.4B, FCF $2.7B, 181M passengers record

  • Record 2025 revenue, >40% revenues outside Puerto Rico (Latin America organic growth), Q4 Tecnobank acquisition in Brazil

  • FY2025 continuing ops net income +87% YoY to $521M, diluted EPS +98% YoY to $10.96

  • FY2025 revenue $780.6M record, Jornay PM +48% YoY to $148.9M (20% Rx growth), pain portfolio +6% YoY, OCF $329.3M, $25M buybacks, $980M credit facility

  • FY2025 32% TSR (outperforms net lease peers), $1.8B portfolio sale, $2.2B net debt reduction, AFFO $0.99/share > guidance, 66% IG tenants

  • JFrog Ltd(BULLISH)

    FY2025 revenue ~$532M +24% YoY, cloud revenue +45% YoY, FCF +32% YoY to $142M, 74 customers >$1M ARR (+42% YoY), NDR 119% (+3pts YoY)

  • FY2025 revenue $7.4B, net income $263.8M despite downcycle, aftermarket revenues slightly +YoY, 130.7% absorption ratio, $193.5M buybacks + $58M dividends (+5.6% YoY)

  • FY2025 sales ~$1.015B (>$1B milestone), pump shipments +5% YoY to 126K units, Q4 sales >$290M record

  • Amgen Inc(BULLISH)

    FY2025 total revenues +10% YoY, record sales for 18 products, 5 FDA approvals, $7B R&D + $5B dividends + $6B debt reduction

Risk Flags(7)

Opportunities(8)

Sector Themes(6)

  • Transport/Logistics Resilience(BULLISH SECTOR)

    5/50 firms (XPO, United, Target Hospitality, Rush, EVERTEC) report avg +15% YoY revenue/EBITDA despite freight softness/wars; margin gains (XPO +80bps) signal outperformance vs cyclical peers

  • Pharma/Healthcare Growth(BULLISH SECTOR)

    4 firms (Collegium +48% key product, Tandem >$1B sales +5% shipments, Amgen +10% revenues, INOVIO pipeline) avg +27% YoY metrics, $7B+ R&D/cash flow; offsets biotech volatility

  • REIT Repositioning(MIXED SECTOR)

    Global Net Lease/Brandywine/Vornado highlight debt cuts (32% TSR, $2.2B reduction), green certs (83% portfolio), net zero 2050; outperforms amid rate sensitivity

  • Financials Steady Amid Growth(BULLISH SECTOR)

    Bread/EVERTEC/CVB report +87% net income/ record revs, diversification (>40% non-PR), mergers; neutral governance but +YoY beats sector NIM compression

  • Equity Plan Expansions/Dilution Tradeoff(NEUTRAL SECTOR)

    6 firms (Mistras +1.7M shares/11.5% dil, Everspin +1.8M, Castellum to 13M) avg 2.4% burn rate for retention; watch say-on-pay votes May meetings

  • abrdn Closed-End Funds Governance Refresh(NEUTRAL SECTOR)

    7/50 filings (AWP, AGD, etc.) elect new trustees (Pittard/Yao), neutral no perf data; low materiality but clustered May 27 meetings for activist potential

Watch List(8)

  • Legato Merger III/Extension Vote
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    Monitor May 8, 2026 liquidation risk, redemption levels, insider purchases to gauge business combo prospects

  • INO-3107 FDA decision Oct 30, 2026; track BLA progress post-May 20 meeting for HPV immunotherapy catalyst

  • Director slate contingent on Heritage Commerce deal; watch May 20 meeting for completion updates/integration risks

  • May 19, 2026 vote on 1.7M share increase (11.5% dilution); monitor say-on-pay linkage to cash comp shift

  • May 21, 2026 vote on directors/auditors post-32% TSR, debt cuts; watch for further repurchases/debt metrics

  • Cluster of May 19-21 Meetings (XPO, United, Tandem, etc.)
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    25+ firms voting say-on-pay/auditors; track pass rates for comp trends, potential TSR impacts

  • abrdn Funds May 27 Meetings
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    7 funds electing trustees (Pittard/Yao/Malone retirements); monitor for governance changes/activist involvement

  • May 19 meeting; watch 2026 guidance amid vocational truck stability, absorption 130.7% for recovery signals

Filing Analyses(50)
Pioneer Bancorp, Inc./MDDEF 14Aneutralmateriality 6/10

07-04-2026

Pioneer Bancorp, Inc. issued a definitive proxy statement for its 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, to be held virtually on May 19, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. local time, soliciting votes for the election of three directors, ratification of Bonadio & Co., LLP as independent registered public accounting firm for the year ending December 31, 2026, and a non-binding advisory resolution on Named Executive Officers' compensation. As of the record date March 23, 2026, there were 25,076,801 shares of common stock outstanding, with Pioneer Bancorp, MHC beneficially owning 14,287,723 shares (57.0%) and M3 Funds, LLC owning 1,884,081 shares (7.5%). The Board unanimously recommends voting 'FOR' all proposals, and no directors or executive officers have pledged shares.

  • ·Record date for voting eligibility: March 23, 2026
  • ·Virtual annual meeting access: https://www.cstproxy.com/pioneerbancorp/2026 (requires 12-digit control number)
  • ·Registration deadline for beneficial owners to attend virtually: 5:00 p.m. ET on May 14, 2026
  • ·Conference call for listening: +1-800-450-7155 (U.S./Canada toll-free) or +1-857-999-9155 (international), code 4849410#
  • ·Articles of Incorporation limit voting rights for holders >10% (except Pioneer Bancorp, MHC)
Target Hospitality Corp.DEF 14Apositivemateriality 8/10

07-04-2026

Target Hospitality Corp.'s DEF 14A proxy statement seeks stockholder approval for the election of six director nominees at the annual meeting on May 21, 2026. It highlights strong 2025 fiscal year performance, including $320.6 million in total revenue, $53.2 million in Adjusted EBITDA, $66 million in Discretionary Cash Flow, $0 net debt, and ~$740 million in new multi-year awards secured since February 2025, supported by 16,991 beds across 29 communities. The company emphasizes robust corporate governance, stockholder outreach engaging over 80% of shares, and a skilled board with expertise in leadership, operations, finance, and strategy.

  • ·Annual meeting scheduled for May 21, 2026
  • ·Fiscal year ended December 31, 2025
  • ·Board competencies: 6 directors with advanced/expert leadership/business head/administration, business operations, corporate governance, finance/capital allocation/risk management, strategy; 5 with safety, human resources/talent management, board/committee experience; 4 with financial expertise/literacy, government/public policy, M&A/capital markets; 2 with marketing/sales, cybersecurity/IT; 1 with AI data centers/critical infrastructure
TRAVELERS COMPANIES, INC.DEF 14Aneutralmateriality 8/10

07-04-2026

The Travelers Companies, Inc. (TRV) filed its DEF 14A Proxy Statement on April 7, 2026, for the Annual Meeting of Shareholders on May 20, 2026, recommending votes FOR electing eight director nominees (7 independent, average age 63, average tenure 6 years, 50% diverse), ratifying KPMG LLP as independent auditors for 2026, approving executive compensation on a non-binding basis, and amending the 2023 Stock Incentive Plan, while recommending AGAINST two shareholder proposals on climate-related reporting and an independent board chairman. Governance highlights include all non-Executive committees comprised of independent directors, an independent Lead Director, regular executive sessions, and non-employee directors receiving over 50% of compensation in deferred stock units. Executive compensation emphasizes pay-for-performance, with CEO mix of 5% base salary, 32% annual cash bonus, and performance-based equity (mix incomplete in filing excerpt).

  • ·Annual Meeting: May 20, 2026, 9:00 a.m. EDT at Hartford Marriott Downtown, 200 Columbus Boulevard, Hartford, CT 06103 (virtual option possible).
  • ·Record date: March 23, 2026.
  • ·Proxy voting deadlines: 11:59 p.m. EDT on May 19, 2026 (record holders/brokers); May 18, 2026 (401(k) plan).
  • ·Shareholder proposals: ITEM 5 – Report on Climate-Related Pricing and Coverage Decisions; ITEM 6 – Independent Board Chairman.
Legato Merger Corp. IIIDEF 14Aneutralmateriality 8/10

07-04-2026

Legato Merger Corp. III is seeking shareholder approval via proxy for an Extension Proposal to amend its memorandum and articles, extending the deadline to complete its initial business combination with Einride beyond May 8, 2026, to avoid liquidation and redemption of public shares. Officers and directors, owning 4,356,475 ordinary shares (16.3% of outstanding shares), intend to vote in favor of the Extension and Adjournment Proposals. Public shareholders retain redemption rights at an estimated $11.00 per share, with potential Insiders' purchases to reduce redemptions, though no such plans are committed.

  • ·Extension Proposal requires special resolution (at least two-thirds majority of votes cast).
  • ·Adjournment Proposal requires ordinary resolution (simple majority of votes cast).
  • ·If Extension not approved, liquidation by May 8, 2026, with public shares redeemed from Trust Account (net of taxes and up to $100,000 dissolution expenses).
  • ·Company may seek further extensions if deemed in best interests.
  • ·Insiders may purchase Public Shares at <= $11.00/share pre/post-meeting to reduce redemptions, but such shares would not be voted.
Alpine Income Property Trust, Inc.DEF 14Aneutralmateriality 5/10

07-04-2026

Alpine Income Property Trust, Inc. is soliciting proxies for its virtual-only 2026 Annual Meeting on May 21, 2026, to elect five directors for one-year terms, approve on a non-binding advisory basis the compensation of named executive officers for the year ended December 31, 2025 (Say-on-Pay), and ratify Grant Thornton LLP as independent registered public accounting firm for fiscal year 2026. The record date is March 19, 2026, with 16,382,185 shares of common stock outstanding, requiring a quorum of 8,191,093 shares. Stockholders can vote by phone, internet, mail, or virtually, with the Board recommending a FOR vote on all proposals.

  • ·Election of directors requires plurality of votes cast; abstentions and broker non-votes do not affect outcome.
  • ·Say-on-Pay and auditor ratification each require majority of votes cast; abstentions and broker non-votes do not affect outcome.
  • ·Brokerage firms may vote uninstructed shares on auditor ratification (routine matter) but not on other proposals.
  • ·Legal proxy registration deadline for street-name holders to vote virtually: 5:00 p.m. ET on May 18, 2026.
XPO, Inc.DEF 14Apositivemateriality 8/10

07-04-2026

XPO, Inc.'s DEF 14A proxy statement for the 2026 Annual Meeting on May 19, 2026 seeks stockholder approval for electing seven director nominees, ratifying KPMG LLP as independent auditor for fiscal 2026, and an advisory vote on executive compensation. Despite a soft freight market, 2025 performance was robust with revenue of $8.16B, operating income of $656M, and adjusted EBITDA of $1.27B; LTL segment delivered adjusted operating income of $775M (up 4% YoY), adjusted EBITDA of $1.13B (up 4% YoY), and improved adjusted operating ratio by 80 basis points to 84%. The company highlights operational gains including yield ex-fuel growth of 6.0% YoY, reduced purchased transportation expenses by over 50% YoY, and a 533% TSR increase since 2022, generating over $19B in stockholder value.

  • ·Record date: March 27, 2026; Annual Meeting: May 19, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. ET (virtual at meetnow.global/M6W4LLV)
  • ·Average tractor age reduced to 3.7 years at year-end 2025 (vs. 5.9 years at year-end 2022)
  • ·Q4 2025 marked fifteenth consecutive quarter of year-over-year on-time performance improvement
  • ·Global employee satisfaction score: 7.9 in 2025; survey response rate: 84%
  • ·9% share of $52B LTL market based on 2025 industry revenue
  • ·Proxy materials and 2025 Form 10-K available at investors.xpo.com
United Airlines Holdings, Inc.DEF 14Apositivemateriality 9/10

07-04-2026

United Airlines Holdings, Inc.'s 2026 Proxy Statement highlights strong 2025 financial performance with pre-tax earnings of $4.3 billion (7.3% margin), net income of $3.4 billion, adjusted diluted EPS of $10.62 (the only U.S. competitor to grow YoY), $8.4 billion operating cash flow, and $2.7 billion free cash flow. Operationally, the company set records carrying 181 million passengers, expanded its network with 29 domestic/Canada and 13 international routes to over 380 destinations, hired over 13,000 employees (total >113,000), and advanced innovations like Starlink on >300 aircraft and Signature interiors on >200 aircraft. While acknowledging industry challenges like the war in Iran and government shutdown, customer satisfaction reached historic highs with a 7-point NPS increase in check-in experience and 85% app usage on travel day.

  • ·2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders scheduled for May 19, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. Central Time (virtual).
  • ·Aircraft orderbook includes more than 250 deliveries expected through April 2028.
  • ·Operate flights to more than 380 destinations worldwide; only U.S. legacy carrier with service to more than 75.
  • ·SAF use expanded to six hubs: LAX, SFO, ORD, IAH, EWR, IAD.
  • ·Within two years, expect more than 227,000 screens on more than 1,200 aircraft.
Mistras Group, Inc.DEF 14Aneutralmateriality 7/10

07-04-2026

Mistras Group, Inc. seeks shareholder approval at the 2026 Annual Meeting to amend its Amended and Restated 2016 Long-Term Incentive Plan by increasing authorized common shares by 1,700,000 to a total of 7,900,000 shares, approved by the Board on February 26, 2026. As of March 20, 2026, 260,957 shares remain available (resulting in 1,960,957 available if approved), with outstanding awards covering 2,160,058 shares and potential dilution of 11.5% based on 31,800,784 shares outstanding. The three-year average annual burn rate is 2.4%, and rejection would limit equity awards, forcing reliance on cash compensation.

  • ·Board approval of Amendment: February 26, 2026
  • ·Effective date if approved: May 19, 2026 (2026 Annual Meeting date)
  • ·Plan expiration date: March 27, 2034
  • ·Previous share increases approved: 2020 (to 3,700,000), 2022 (to 4,900,000), 2024 (to 6,200,000)
  • ·Plan originally adopted: August 20, 2016
  • ·Governance features: no repricing, no discounted options, minimum 1-year vesting (except non-employee directors), clawback policies, stock ownership guidelines
  • ·NYSE rules require shareholder approval
Nuveen Churchill Direct Lending Corp.DEF 14Aneutralmateriality 4/10

07-04-2026

Nuveen Churchill Direct Lending Corp. (NCDL) filed a DEF 14A proxy statement for its virtual annual shareholder meeting on May 21, 2026, at 12:30 p.m. ET, to elect Kenneth Kencel and Stephen Potter as directors for terms expiring at the 2029 annual meeting. The record date is March 31, 2026, with 49,387,065 common shares (par value $0.01 per share) outstanding and entitled to vote. Shareholders are encouraged to vote via internet, phone, or mail by May 20, 2026, 11:59 p.m. ET.

  • ·Meeting held virtually via live audio webcast at www.virtualshareholdermeeting.com/NCDL2026; control number required to vote or ask questions.
  • ·Proxy materials and Form 10-K for fiscal year ended December 31, 2025 available at www.virtualshareholdermeeting.com/NCDL2026, www.proxyvote.com, www.ncdl.com, and SEC EDGAR.
  • ·Quorum requires majority of outstanding shares; Proposal 1 (director election) requires plurality of votes cast, no broker discretionary voting.
Crane NXT, Co.DEF 14Amixedmateriality 8/10

07-04-2026

Crane NXT, Co.'s DEF 14A proxy statement seeks stockholder ratification of Deloitte & Touche LLP as independent auditors and an advisory 'Say-on-Pay' vote on 2025 NEO compensation. Corporate 2025 annual incentive performance achieved a weighted 94% payout, with revenue at 129% of target ($1,568.6M) but adjusted operating profit at 79% ($335.8M) and adjusted free cash flow at 89% ($213.5M). The Security and Authentication Technologies segment reached 100% payout, driven by revenue at 193% of target ($722.0M) but offset by adjusted operating profit at 77% ($147.8M) and free cash flow at 53% ($129.5M).

  • ·Corporate incentive metrics weighted 25% revenue / 50% adjusted operating profit / 25% adjusted free cash flow; excludes certain acquisition and restructuring costs.
  • ·Security and Authentication Technologies metrics weighted similarly for Mr. Keayes.
  • ·NEO target bonus percentages unchanged from 2024 except Mr. Saak increased to 110% of base salary; Ms. DiMaurizio ineligible for 2025 annual incentive.
  • ·Exchange rates: 1.3445 USD/GBP for 2025, 1.2521 USD/GBP for 2024.
  • ·Audit Committee approved Deloitte budget for 2026 and reappointment on February 17, 2026.
CKX LANDS, INC.DEF 14Aneutralmateriality 6/10

07-04-2026

CKX Lands, Inc. filed a proxy statement for its 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders on May 7, 2026, seeking approval to elect six directors (Lee W. Boyer, Keith Duplechin, Daniel J. Englander, Max H. Hart, Lane T. LaMure, Eugene T. Minvielle IV), ratify MaloneBailey LLP as independent auditors, approve executive compensation on a non-binding advisory basis, and determine the frequency of future say-on-pay votes (recommending every year). As of April 3, 2026, 2,053,129 shares of common stock were outstanding, held by 256 record shareholders, with significant beneficial ownership by Ottley Properties, LLC (18.0% or 369,610 shares) and William Gray Stream (10.3% or 211,795 shares); no delinquent Section 16(a) reports were identified.

  • ·Record date: March 26, 2026; only record holders entitled to vote.
  • ·Quorum requires presence of majority of outstanding shares; election of directors by plurality vote.
  • ·Broker non-votes have no effect on proposals; ratification of auditors (Item 2) considered routine.
EVERTEC, Inc.DEF 14Apositivemateriality 8/10

07-04-2026

EVERTEC, Inc.'s 2026 Proxy Statement for the May 21, 2026 virtual annual meeting highlights record revenue in 2025, the Q4 acquisition of Tecnobank in Brazil, and business diversification with more than 40% of revenues now generated outside Puerto Rico. Latin America showed robust growth from organic expansion and integrations, while Puerto Rico delivered steady performance amid favorable conditions and ATH Móvil adoption; the company managed headwinds through cost discipline. Stockholders will vote on electing 10 director nominees, an advisory vote on executive compensation, and ratification of Deloitte & Touche LLP as auditors for 2026.

  • ·Annual Meeting: May 21, 2026, 9:00 a.m. Atlantic Standard Time, virtual at www.virtualshareholdermeeting.com/EVTC2026
  • ·Record Date: March 27, 2026
  • ·Director nominees: Frank G. D’Angelo, Morgan M. Schuessler, Jr., Kelly Barrett, Olga Botero, Virginia Gambale, Jorge A. Junquera, Iván Pagán, Aldo J. Polak, Alan H. Schumacher, Brian J. Smith
CVB FINANCIAL CORPDEF 14Aneutralmateriality 7/10

07-04-2026

CVB Financial Corp.'s definitive proxy statement (DEF 14A) dated April 7, 2026, outlines the 2026 annual shareholder meeting on May 20, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. PDT in Ontario, CA, with proposals to elect 10 directors (or 8 if the proposed merger with Heritage Commerce Corp is not completed), approve on an advisory basis the 2025 named executive officer compensation, and ratify KPMG LLP as independent auditors for 2026. Continuing director nominees include George A. Borba, Jr., Jane Olvera Majors, David A. Brager, Raymond V. O’Brien III, Stephen A. Del Guercio, Hal W. Oswalt, Anna Kan, and Timothy Stephens; contingent nominees are Julianne Biagini-Komas and R. Clay Jones. The record date for voting eligibility is March 26, 2026.

  • ·Meeting location: CVB Financial Corp. Corporate Headquarters, 701 North Haven Avenue, Ontario, CA 91764.
  • ·Audio conference call access: Dial 1 (833) 630-1956; replay access code 1160694 until May 27, 2026.
  • ·Proxy materials available at https://investors.cbbank.com/annual-meeting.
ROSS STORES, INC.DEF 14Aneutralmateriality 7/10

07-04-2026

Ross Stores, Inc. filed its DEF 14A Proxy Statement for the virtual 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders on May 20, 2026 at 1:30 p.m. PDT, with a record date of March 24, 2026. Key proposals include electing 9 directors for one-year terms, approving the 2026 Equity Incentive Plan, an advisory vote on executive compensation, and ratifying Deloitte & Touche LLP as independent auditors for the fiscal year ending January 30, 2027. The filing includes standard pay versus performance disclosures for the Principal Executive Officer (PEO) and Non-PEO Named Executive Officers across fiscal years ending January 2022 through January 2026, though specific compensation values are not detailed in the provided content.

  • ·Virtual meeting access: www.virtualshareholdermeeting.com/ROST2026
  • ·Voting methods available: Internet (www.ProxyVote.com), telephone (1-800-690-6903), or mail
  • ·Proxy voting deadline: 11:59 p.m. ET on May 19, 2026
  • ·Stockholder list available for inspection 10 days prior to meeting at 5130 Hacienda Drive, Dublin, CA 94568
  • ·Pay vs. performance disclosures cover fiscal years 2022-2026 for PEO and Non-PEO NEOs, including metrics like vesting date fair value of equity awards and changes in fair value
MARCUS CORPDEF 14Aneutralmateriality 5/10

07-04-2026

The Marcus Corporation (MCS) filed its DEF 14A proxy statement on April 7, 2026, for the 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders on May 21, 2026, held virtually at www.virtualshareholdermeeting.com/MCS2026. Shareholders will vote on electing 12 director nominees, approving (advisory) named executive officer compensation, and ratifying Deloitte & Touche LLP as independent auditor for fiscal year ending December 31, 2026. The record date is March 24, 2026, with 23,753,627 Common Shares (1 vote each) and 6,984,584 Class B Shares (10 votes each) outstanding, totaling 93,599,467 votes.

  • ·Proxy materials available at www.proxyvote.com; requests for paper copies by May 7, 2026.
  • ·Brokers cannot vote uninstructed shares on director elections or say-on-pay.
  • ·XBRL tags indicate disclosure of PEO and Non-PEO NEO compensation elements (stock awards, option awards, pension values, equity fair value changes) for fiscal years 2021-2025, but specific numerical values not provided in filing excerpt.
BREAD FINANCIAL HOLDINGS, INC.DEF 14Apositivemateriality 7/10

07-04-2026

Bread Financial Holdings, Inc. filed its 2026 DEF 14A Proxy Statement for the virtual annual stockholder meeting on May 19, 2026 (record date March 25, 2026), recommending votes FOR the election of director nominees, advisory approval of executive compensation, approval of the 2026 Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and ratification of Deloitte & Touche LLP as auditor. 2025 business highlights from continuing operations included net income of $521M (87% YoY increase vs. 2024) and diluted EPS of $10.96 (98% YoY increase vs. 2024); no declines or flat metrics were highlighted.

  • ·Virtual annual meeting at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time via www.proxydocs.com/BFH; advance registration required with control number.
  • ·Proxy materials first mailed on or about April 7, 2026.
  • ·No specific numeric values provided for compensation components (e.g., equity awards, pensions) for PEO or Non-PEO NEOs across 2021-2025.
Passage BIO, Inc.DEF 14Aneutralmateriality 7/10

07-04-2026

Passage Bio, Inc. (PASG) filed its DEF 14A definitive proxy statement on April 7, 2026, for the virtual 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders on May 19, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. ET. Stockholders of record as of March 26, 2026 (3,207,810 shares outstanding) will vote on electing two Class III directors for three-year terms, ratifying KPMG LLP as independent auditor for FY ending December 31, 2026, advisory approval of named executive officer compensation, and the frequency of future say-on-pay votes. All share information reflects the 1-for-20 reverse stock split effected July 14, 2025.

  • ·Annual Meeting accessible via www.virtualshareholdermeeting.com/PASG2026 (control number required)
  • ·Reverse stock split: 1-for-20, Board-approved May 28, 2025, effected July 14, 2025
  • ·Proxy materials and 2025 Form 10-K available at https://investors.passagebio.com/financials-and-filings/sec-filings
Cable One, Inc.DEF 14Aneutralmateriality 7/10

07-04-2026

Cable One, Inc. (CABO) filed its DEF 14A proxy statement for the 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, to be held virtually on May 14, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. Arizona Time (PDT), with a record date of March 30, 2026. Shareholders are asked to vote on electing eight directors, ratifying PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as independent auditor for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026, approving 2025 named executive officer compensation on an advisory basis, and approving the 2026 Omnibus Incentive Compensation Plan. The proxy materials highlight 2025 strategic, operational, financial developments, ESG accomplishments, and executive compensation.

  • ·Virtual Annual Meeting accessible at www.virtualshareholdermeeting.com/CABO2026 requiring 16-Digit Control Number
  • ·Proxy materials available at https://ir.cableone.net/financial-information/annual-reports
  • ·Mailing date of proxy materials: on or about April 7, 2026
Castellum, Inc.DEF 14Aneutralmateriality 6/10

07-04-2026

Castellum, Inc. has issued a proxy statement for its 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders on May 19, 2026, seeking election of five director nominees (Mark S. Alarie, John F. Campbell, Bernard S. Champoux, Glen R. Ives, and C. Thomas McMillen), ratification of RSM US LLP as independent auditor for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026, and approval of an amendment to the Second Amended 2021 Stock Incentive Plan to increase shares reserved for issuance to 13,000,000. The record date for stockholders is March 20, 2026. No financial performance metrics or period-over-period comparisons are disclosed in the filing.

  • ·Annual Meeting location: Intelligent Office, Tysons, 1934 Old Gallows Road, Room 362, Tysons, VA 22182, at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time.
  • ·Virtual access: live audio webcast via (800) 715-9871 or (646) 307-1963, conference ID 9842123.
  • ·Voting methods: Internet (www.proxyvote.com), telephone (1-800-690-6903), mail, or in person; deadline 11:59 p.m. ET on May 18, 2026.
  • ·Board committees: Audit (AC), Compensation, Culture, and People (CC), Nominating and Governance (NGC).
  • ·Director ages as of March 20, 2026: Mark S. Alarie (62), John F. Campbell (68), Bernard S. Champoux (71), Glen R. Ives (70), C. Thomas McMillen (73).
Avidbank Holdings, Inc.DEF 14Aneutralmateriality 6/10

07-04-2026

Avidbank Holdings, Inc. filed a DEF 14A proxy statement for its 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders on May 19, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. PDT, with a record date of March 27, 2026, when 10,955,167 shares of Common Stock were outstanding. Shareholders will vote on Proposal One: Election of Directors, and Proposal Two: Ratification of Crowe LLP as independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026. Proxy materials, including the Form 10-K for FY ended December 31, 2025, are available online at www.astproxyportal.com/ast/19956, with voting via internet, phone, mail, or in person.

  • ·E-Proxy Notice mailing commences on or about April 7, 2026.
  • ·Internet voting available until 11:59 p.m. ET on May 18, 2026 at www.voteproxy.com.
  • ·Annual Meeting location: 1732 N. First Street, 6th Floor, San Jose, CA 95112.
  • ·Conference call access for listening: +1 323-484-8144 (ID: 810 454 078#); does not count for quorum or voting.
COLLEGIUM PHARMACEUTICAL, INCDEF 14Apositivemateriality 8/10

07-04-2026

Collegium Pharmaceutical achieved record 2025 revenue of $780.6M, with Jornay PM® growing 48% YoY to $148.9M on 20% prescription growth and the pain portfolio up 6% YoY to $631.7M (Nucynta® +11%, Belbuca® +5%, Xtampza® ER +4%). The company generated $329.3M in operating cash flow, held $386.7M in cash and marketable securities, closed a $980M credit facility in December 2025, and repurchased $25M in shares. Board updates included Gino Santini as Chairman and additions of Nancy Lurker and Dr. Carlos Paya, alongside new executive hires.

  • ·Jornay PM® prescriber adoption reached an all-time high in 2025.
  • ·Headquarters located at 100 Technology Center Drive, Suite 300, Stoughton, MA 02072.
Five9, Inc.DEF 14Aneutralmateriality 7/10

07-04-2026

Five9, Inc. has issued a proxy statement for its 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, to be held virtually on May 20, 2026 at 8:30 a.m. PDT, with a record date of March 24, 2026. Key proposals include amending the charter to declassify the Board of Directors, remove supermajority voting requirements, elect two directors, conduct an advisory vote on named executive officer compensation, and ratify KPMG LLP as independent auditors for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026. No financial performance metrics are detailed in the provided filing content.

  • ·Virtual meeting platform: www.virtualshareholdermeeting.com/FIVN2026
  • ·Proxy materials available at http://investors.five9.com and www.proxyvote.com
  • ·Stockholder list available for inspection 10 days prior to meeting via ir@five9.com
CIVISTA BANCSHARES, INC.DEF 14Aneutralmateriality 5/10

07-04-2026

Civista Bancshares, Inc. filed its DEF 14A Proxy Statement on April 7, 2026, detailing board committee compositions and activities for 2025, including the Compensation Committee (5 members, 3 meetings) and Board Risk Committee (7 members, 4 meetings). Non-employee directors received $1,750 per Bank board meeting, $600 per committee meeting ($1,600 for chairs), and a $20,000 annual retainer paid entirely in common shares for Bank board service from April 15, 2025, to May 19, 2026. No directors elected to defer fees under the non-qualified Deferred Compensation Plan in 2025.

  • ·Board Risk Committee established in July 2023 to oversee risk appetite and ERM Policy covering credit, market, liquidity, compliance, operational, legal, reputational, and strategic risks.
  • ·Audit Committee oversees independent auditors and material related party transactions.
  • ·Compensation Committee approves executive officer compensation and benefit programs.
Sprout Social, Inc.DEF 14Aneutralmateriality 5/10

07-04-2026

Sprout Social, Inc. (SPT) has filed its DEF 14A proxy statement for the 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, to be held virtually on May 20, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. Central Time via www.virtualshareholdermeeting.com/SPT2026. Shareholders as of the March 27, 2026 record date, holding 54,253,688 Class A shares (1 vote each) and 5,829,357 Class B shares (10 votes each), will vote on electing two Class I directors, ratifying PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as independent auditors for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026, and an advisory vote on named executive officer compensation. No financial performance metrics or period-over-period comparisons are detailed in the filing.

  • ·Annual Meeting held virtually only; no in-person attendance.
  • ·Board recommends FOR all three proposals: director elections, auditor ratification, and say-on-pay.
  • ·Proxy materials accessible via Notice mailed on or about April 7, 2026.
Capital Bancorp IncDEF 14Aneutralmateriality 6/10

07-04-2026

Capital Bancorp, Inc. (CBNK) filed its DEF 14A proxy statement dated April 7, 2026, for the 2026 Annual Meeting on May 28, 2026, proposing the election of four Class III directors (Jerome R. Bailey, Marc McConnell, Steven J. Schwartz, James F. Whalen) and one Class II director (Mark Caplan), a non-binding advisory vote to approve named executive officer compensation, and ratification of Elliott Davis, PLLC as independent auditor for fiscal year 2026. As of the March 30, 2026 record date, 16,309,270 shares of common stock were issued and outstanding, with the Board recommending a 'FOR' vote on all proposals. No financial performance metrics or period-over-period changes are detailed in the provided content.

  • ·Annual Meeting time and location: 5:00 P.M. local time at 2275 Research Blvd., Suite 110 - Conference Center, Rockville, Maryland 20850.
  • ·Proxy materials to be mailed on or about April 14, 2026; available online at http://www.astproxyportal.com/ast/22094 and www.capitalbankmd.com.
  • ·Voting requires majority of votes cast for director elections and advisory proposals; quorum is majority of outstanding shares.
  • ·Corporate address: 2275 Research Blvd., Suite 600, Rockville, Maryland 20850; Investor Relations phone: 301-468-8848.
abrdn Global Premier Properties FundDEF 14Aneutralmateriality 4/10

07-04-2026

The proxy statement announces annual shareholder meetings for abrdn Global Premier Properties Fund (NYSE: AWP), along with AGD and AOD, on May 27, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. ET to elect two Class III Trustees, Christian Pittard and Nancy Yao, each to serve until the 2029 annual meeting. The record date is April 1, 2026, with 30,629,549 shares of AWP outstanding; no financial performance metrics or changes are discussed.

  • ·Meetings held at 1900 Market Street, Suite 200, Philadelphia, PA 19103.
  • ·Proxy materials available at http://www.aberdeenawp.com (AWP), with annual report for fiscal year ended October 31, 2025.
  • ·Contact: 1-800-522-5465 for attendance or reports.
ABRDN ASIA-PACIFIC INCOME FUND, INC.DEF 14Aneutralmateriality 5/10

07-04-2026

The proxy statement solicits votes for the annual stockholder meetings of abrdn Asia-Pacific Income Fund, Inc. (FAX) and abrdn Australia Equity Fund, Inc. (IAF) on May 27, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. ET, to elect one Class II Director for each fund for a three-year term and, for IAF only, to consider the continuation of one Director's term under Corporate Governance Policies. P. Gerald Malone is retiring as Class II Director, prompting the nomination of Christian Pittard (current Class I Director of FAX) as Class II Director for FAX to balance director classes. Record Date is April 1, 2026, with no financial performance metrics or changes reported.

  • ·Meetings held at offices of abrdn Inc., 1900 Market Street, Suite 200, Philadelphia, PA 19103.
  • ·Proxy materials available at http://www.aberdeenfax.com (FAX) and http://www.aberdeeniaf.com (IAF).
  • ·Fiscal year ended October 31, 2025; annual reports available upon request via 1-800-522-5465.
  • ·Voting requires majority or plurality as specified; quorum is majority of shares present.
  • ·No dissenters' rights of appraisal.
DOLLAR GENERAL CORPDEF 14Aneutralmateriality 5/10

07-04-2026

Dollar General's 2026 Proxy Statement details increases in non-employee director compensation for fiscal 2026, including Board retainer rising 10.5% to $105,000, Audit Committee Chairperson retainer up 20% to $30,000, and annual equity award value increasing 2.6% to $195,000, to enhance competitiveness per peer data reviewed by Pearl Meyer. Fiscal 2025 actual compensation for directors ranged from $302,650 (e.g., Warren F. Bryant) to $498,724 (Michael M. Calbert), with standard RSU awards valued at $203,166 and Chairman equity at an additional $189,753. All non-employee directors meet NYSE and SEC independence standards, with no material relationships noted, though director pay increases represent a modest cost escalation without declines in other governance metrics.

  • ·As of January 30, 2026, unvested RSUs: 2,109 for most directors; 4,821 for Mr. Calbert.
  • ·Share ownership guideline: 5x annual cash retainer, achieved by all incumbent non-employee directors or within grace period.
  • ·2025 Form 10-K filed March 20, 2026.
  • ·Related party transaction policy threshold: exceeds $120,000.
abrdn World Healthcare FundDEF 14Aneutralmateriality 5/10

07-04-2026

This joint DEF 14A proxy statement for abrdn Healthcare Investors (HQH), abrdn Life Sciences Investors (HQL), abrdn Healthcare Opportunities Fund (THQ), and abrdn World Healthcare Fund (THW) announces annual shareholder meetings on May 27, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. ET to elect two Trustees per fund (Class A for HQH/HQL, Class C for THQ, Class B for THW) serving until the 2029 annual meeting. The record date is April 1, 2026, with no financial performance data or period comparisons provided; shares outstanding on record date are HQH: 57,192,236; HQL: 30,408,047; THQ: 41,437,474.70; THW: 40,344,912.60.

  • ·Meetings held at 1900 Market Street, Suite 200, Philadelphia, PA 19103.
  • ·Proxy materials available at fund websites: http://www.aberdeenhqh.com (HQH), http://www.aberdeenhql.com (HQL), http://www.aberdeenthq.com (THQ), http://www.aberdeenthw.com (THW).
  • ·Fiscal year ended September 30, 2025; annual reports available upon request via 1-800-522-5465.
  • ·Quorum requires majority of outstanding shares; Trustee election by plurality vote.
  • ·No dissenter's rights of appraisal.
Envista Holdings CorpDEF 14Amixedmateriality 7/10

07-04-2026

Envista Holdings Corp's DEF 14A Proxy Statement, filed April 7, 2026, outlines the virtual 2026 Annual Meeting on May 19, 2026 (record date March 23, 2026) for electing eight directors, ratifying Ernst & Young LLP as auditors, advisory approval of named executive officer compensation, and voting on say-on-pay frequency. It discloses equity awards granted in 2024 to executives including Paul Keel (696,210-share one-time make-whole award and 164,560-share annual award at $18.25 exercise price, $7.90 fair value per share, +6.4% stock price change post-disclosure) and others like Amir Aghdaei (113,370 shares at $22.65 exercise price, $9.703 fair value per share, -5.3% stock price change post-disclosure). While Keel's May awards aligned with a stock price increase from $18.20 to $19.36, February awards coincided with a decline from $22.65 to $21.44.

  • ·Annual Meeting proposals require: plurality for director election, majority for auditor ratification and advisory comp votes, plurality for frequency option.
  • ·Meeting is virtual only at www.virtualshareholdermeeting.com/NVST2026.
  • ·Proxy materials available at http://www.proxyvote.com.
BRANDYWINE REALTY TRUSTDEF 14Apositivemateriality 8/10

07-04-2026

Brandywine Realty Trust's 2026 DEF 14A Proxy Statement outlines proposals for election of trustees, ratification of the independent auditor, advisory vote on executive compensation, and approval of an amendment to the 2023 Long-Term Incentive Plan. Business highlights include positive same-store growth (cash and accrual basis), strong liquidity on the line of credit, primarily unsecured fixed-rate debt, and developments commenced in 3Q and 4Q 2025 at CapMetro Train Station (Austin, TX) and 165 King of Prussia Road (Radnor, PA). Sustainability achievements feature 15.6M sq ft of green-certified buildings (83% of portfolio), $34M invested in Schuylkill Yards greenspaces, 43% energy reduction and 49% GHG decrease since 2018 baseline, alongside $700K+ in 2025 charitable commitments and 2,710 volunteer hours.

  • ·Net zero emissions target for Scope I and II by 2050, with 75% reduction by 2040 per ULI Greenprint standards.
  • ·Green Lease Leaders Platinum Level designation by U.S. DOE and Institute for Market Transformation.
  • ·First tenant achieved ENERGY STAR for Tenant Space certification in 2024 at 1676 International Drive, Tysons, VA.
  • ·Developments: CapMetro Train Station (Uptown, Austin, TX) commenced 4Q 2025; 165 King of Prussia Road (Radnor, PA) commenced 3Q 2025.
  • ·Tenant satisfaction average rating of 4.9/5 from move-in surveys since end of 2024.
  • ·6.5 acres of greenspace planned upon Schuylkill Yards completion.
Global Net Lease, Inc.DEF 14Apositivemateriality 9/10

07-04-2026

Global Net Lease, Inc. (GNL) reported strong 2025 performance in its 2026 Proxy Statement, including a 32% total stockholder return outperforming net lease peers, $1.8B sale of multi-tenant retail portfolio, $2.2B net debt reduction, and credit upgrades to BB+ by S&P and BBB- by Fitch. Full-year AFFO reached $0.99 per share exceeding guidance, with 66% of rents from investment-grade tenants, supported by share repurchases and portfolio repositioning toward single-tenant net lease assets. The proxy seeks stockholder approval for electing eight directors, ratifying PwC as auditors, and a say-on-pay vote ahead of the virtual annual meeting on May 21, 2026.

  • ·Annual Meeting: May 21, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. ET, virtual via www.virtualshareholdermeeting.com/GNL2026
  • ·Record Date: March 24, 2026
  • ·Proposals: (1) Election of eight directors, (2) Ratification of PwC for 2026 audit, (3) Advisory vote on NEO compensation
  • ·McLaren campus sold in Q4 2025 at premium to original purchase price
  • ·Internalization completed September 12, 2023
EVERSPIN TECHNOLOGIES INC.DEF 14Aneutralmateriality 6/10

07-04-2026

Everspin Technologies, Inc. (MRAM) has filed a DEF 14A proxy statement for its virtual annual stockholder meeting on May 21, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. EDT, with proposals to elect seven directors, ratify Ernst & Young LLP as independent auditors for FY 2026, approve advisory vote on named executive officer compensation, and amend the 2016 Equity Incentive Plan by increasing authorized shares by 1,800,000. The record date is March 24, 2026, with 23,294,478 shares of common stock outstanding, requiring a quorum of 11,647,240 shares. No financial performance metrics or period-over-period comparisons are detailed in the filing.

  • ·Virtual meeting access at www.virtualshareholdermeeting.com/MRAM2026 using 16-digit control number.
  • ·Proxy materials available at www.proxyvote.com.
  • ·Stockholder list available for examination at corporate headquarters starting ten days prior to meeting.
VORNADO REALTY TRUSTDEF 14Aneutralmateriality 6/10

07-04-2026

Vornado Realty Trust's DEF 14A Proxy Statement, filed April 7, 2026, outlines the virtual Annual Meeting of Shareholders on May 21, 2026, at 11:30 A.M. New York time, with a record date of March 23, 2026, when 188,547,756 common shares were outstanding entitled to vote. Shareholders are asked to vote on Proposal 1 (election of trustees), Proposal 2 (ratification of independent auditors), Proposal 3 (advisory vote on executive compensation), and Proposal 4 (approval of the 2026 Omnibus Share Plan); no financial performance metrics or period-over-period changes are detailed in the provided content.

  • ·Quorum requires holders of a majority of outstanding shares present in person or by proxy.
  • ·Proxies must be received by 11:59 P.M. New York time on May 20, 2026; legal proxy notices by 5:00 P.M. on May 8, 2026.
  • ·Virtual meeting access at www.virtualshareholdermeeting.com/VNO2026 using 16-digit control number.
ALEXANDERS INCDEF 14Aneutralmateriality 6/10

07-04-2026

Alexander’s Inc (ALX) DEF 14A proxy statement details board governance, director nomination criteria emphasizing diversity and expertise, and leadership structure with Steven Roth as Chairman and CEO. Principal security holders include Vornado Realty Trust (32.23%), Russell B. Wight Jr. (18.79%), and insiders as a group (26.36%), with no cash compensation paid to named executives (Roth and Hansen); only director-level equity awards like Deferred Stock Units. Compensation Committee met once in 2025 with no consultant engaged and no new equity grants to executives.

  • ·Compensation Committee met one time during 2025; no compensation consultants engaged.
  • ·All directors attended the 2025 virtual Annual Meeting of Stockholders.
  • ·Deferred Stock Units granted to directors: 3,756 each to Roth, Wight, Mandelbaum, Sonnenblick; all shares for DiBenedetto, Puri, Silverstein are DSUs.
  • ·Interstate Properties (partnership of Roth, Wight, Mandelbaum) owns 503,046 shares and ~2% of Vornado; aggregate ownership by Interstate, partners, and Vornado ~58% of ALX shares.
UNITED FIRE GROUP INCDEF 14Aneutralmateriality 6/10

07-04-2026

United Fire Group Inc. (UFCS) filed a DEF 14A proxy statement for its virtual annual shareholder meeting, proposing the election of five Class A directors for three-year terms expiring in 2029, ratification of Ernst & Young LLP as independent auditors for 2026, advisory approval of named executive officers' compensation, and amendment to the 2021 Non-Employee Director Stock Plan to increase available shares and extend its term to December 31, 2034. Management will report on fiscal 2025 performance, with no specific financial metrics or period-over-period comparisons disclosed in the filing excerpt. The proxy references compensation data for Kevin J. Leidwinger and prior PEO Randy A. Ramlo across 2021-2025 but provides no numerical values.

  • ·Annual meeting conducted exclusively via webcast.
  • ·Shareholders eligible only if record holders as of unspecified Record Date.
  • ·2025 Annual Report to Shareholders available at https://ir.ufginsurance.com.
JFrog LtdDEF 14Apositivemateriality 8/10

07-04-2026

JFrog Ltd's 2026 Proxy Statement features a CEO letter highlighting robust FY2025 results, including total revenue of approximately $532 million (24% YoY growth) and cloud revenue growth of 45% YoY. Free cash flow exceeded $142 million (32% YoY increase), with 74 customers generating over $1M ARR (up 42% YoY), Enterprise+ subscriptions at over 56% of revenue (up from 51%), and NDR at 119% (up 3 points YoY). Security products reached 10% of ARR and 16% of RPO (nearly doubling YoY), reflecting strong execution amid AI-driven demand.

  • ·Prior acquisition of Qwak.ai to enable JFrog AI capabilities.
  • ·Partnership with NVIDIA as secured model and artifact registry in Enterprise AI Factory.
  • ·Partnership with Hugging Face to secure open source AI model hub.
  • ·Named GitHub’s 2025 Tech Partner of the Year for integration with GitHub Copilot.
  • ·Released JFrog AppTrust and AI Catalog in September 2025.
COMPX INTERNATIONAL INCDEF 14Aneutralmateriality 5/10

07-04-2026

CompX International Inc. issued its definitive proxy statement for the 2026 annual meeting of stockholders on May 20, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. local time in Dallas, Texas, to elect eight director nominees and approve, on a non-binding advisory basis, named executive officer compensation (Say-on-Pay). The record date is March 24, 2026, with 12,323,057 shares of class A common stock outstanding, and the board recommends voting FOR both proposals. Proxy materials, including the 2025 Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025, will be mailed on or about April 15, 2026.

  • ·Meeting location: Three Lincoln Centre Conference Center, 5430 LBJ Freeway, Suite 350, Dallas, Texas 75240-2620.
  • ·Proxy materials available at www.edocumentview.com/CIX.
  • ·Stockholder list available for examination 10 days prior to meeting at corporate offices.
Healthcare Realty Trust IncDEF 14Aneutralmateriality 6/10

07-04-2026

Healthcare Realty Trust Inc (HR) filed its DEF 14A proxy statement on April 7, 2026, providing XBRL-tagged disclosures on executive compensation for Principal Executive Officer (PEO) Scott and Meredith Moore, covering equity awards, fair value changes, vesting, and dividends from 2021-2025 with no specific performance declines or improvements quantified. The filing details the company's insider trading policy, including quarterly blackouts and pre-clearance requirements, and confirms the Board's February 2026 annual review of director independence under NYSE-aligned standards. No operational or financial performance metrics are reported, maintaining a governance-focused disclosure.

  • ·Insider trading policy prohibits trading on material nonpublic information, imposes quarterly blackouts starting one week before quarter-end through one trading day after earnings release, requires pre-clearance for directors/officers, and bans short sales, options, hedging, and pledging.
  • ·Director independence review conducted by Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee and Board in February 2026, using categorical standards consistent with NYSE requirements.
  • ·Corporate Governance Principles available at www.healthcarerealty.com under Investor Relations.
INOVIO PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.DEF 14Apositivemateriality 6/10

07-04-2026

INOVIO Pharmaceuticals, Inc.'s 2026 Proxy Statement announces the virtual Annual Meeting of Stockholders on May 20, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. ET, seeking approval on standard matters while highlighting pipeline progress including FDA acceptance of the BLA for INO-3107 in December 2025 with a PDUFA target date of October 30, 2026, and a new collaboration with Akeso Inc. for INO-5412 in glioblastoma. The Board features 75% independent nominees with an average tenure of 9 years and 4 female directors, emphasizing strong governance. No financial declines or flat metrics are reported in the filing.

  • ·Annual Meeting: May 20, 2026, 9:00 a.m. ET, virtual at www.virtualshareholdermeeting.com/INO2026
  • ·BLA for INO-3107 accepted by FDA in December 2025; PDUFA target October 30, 2026
  • ·New position statement published January 2026 in The Laryngoscope recommending HPV-specific immunotherapy including INO-3107
  • ·Board meetings in 2025: Audit (45), Compensation (4), Nomination & Corporate Governance (5)
MCDONALDS CORPDEF 14Apositivemateriality 8/10

07-04-2026

McDonald’s 2026 Proxy Statement for the virtual Annual Shareholders’ Meeting on May 20, 2026, celebrates the company’s 70th anniversary and progress under the Accelerating the Arches strategy, including momentum toward 50,000 restaurants by end-2027 and 250 million loyalty app users, with over 45,000 restaurants currently operating. Chairman and CEO Chris Kempczinski highlights restaurant enhancements like Order Ahead, strong system alignment, and the addition of James Farley, Jr. to the Board. No performance declines noted; proposals include electing 12 directors, advisory votes on executive compensation and Ernst & Young LLP as 2026 auditor, and two shareholder proposals.

  • ·Record date: March 23, 2026
  • ·Voting deadline: 10:59 p.m. Central Time on May 19, 2026
  • ·Virtual meeting URL: www.cesonlineservices.com/mcd26_vm
  • ·Shareholder record date eligibility for virtual attendance
Sprouts Farmers Market, Inc.DEF 14Aneutralmateriality 7/10

07-04-2026

Sprouts Farmers Market, Inc. (SFM) filed its DEF 14A proxy statement on April 7, 2026, for the 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders held virtually on May 20, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. PT. Key agenda items include electing two Class I directors, an advisory vote to approve fiscal 2025 named executive officer compensation ('say-on-pay'), an advisory vote on say-on-pay frequency, and ratifying PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as independent auditors for fiscal 2026 ending January 3, 2027. The record date is March 23, 2026.

  • ·Meeting via webcast at www.virtualshareholdermeeting.com/SFM2026
  • ·Proxy materials available at www.proxyvote.com and investors.sprouts.com
  • ·Includes Pay vs. Performance disclosures for PEO and Non-PEO NEOs covering fiscal years 2021-2025
RUSH ENTERPRISES INC TXDEF 14Amixedmateriality 7/10

07-04-2026

Rush Enterprises reported 2025 revenues of $7.4 billion and net income of $263.8 million ($3.27 per diluted share) despite challenging industry conditions and a prolonged downcycle, supported by stable demand in vocational/public sector trucks and medium-duty vehicles, slightly higher aftermarket revenues YoY, and a strong 130.7% absorption ratio. The company returned $251.5 million to shareholders via $58.0 million in dividends (up 5.6% quarterly) and $193.5 million in repurchases. The proxy seeks shareholder approval for nine director nominees, advisory vote on executive compensation, and ratification of Ernst & Young LLP as auditors for 2026.

  • ·Annual Meeting scheduled for May 19, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. local time in New Braunfels, Texas.
  • ·Record Date: March 27, 2026.
  • ·Class A shares: 1/20th vote per share; Class B shares: 1 vote per share.
  • ·Proposals: Elect 9 directors, advisory vote on exec comp (non-routine), ratify EY (routine).
TANDEM DIABETES CARE INCDEF 14Apositivemateriality 8/10

07-04-2026

Tandem Diabetes Care, Inc. is holding its 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders virtually on May 20, 2026, to elect nine directors, approve executive compensation on an advisory basis, amend the 2023 Long-Term Incentive Plan to increase authorized shares, approve certificate of incorporation amendments for director removal and officer exculpation, and ratify Ernst & Young LLP as auditors. The company reported strong 2025 performance with worldwide sales of ~$1.015B (up significantly, surpassing $1B milestone) and pump shipments increasing ~5% to more than 126,000 units, including record Q4 sales over $290M; however, short-term cash incentives for NEOs were awarded at 87% of target, reflecting performance below full objectives, and executive compensation benchmarks were reduced to the 50th percentile of peers.

  • ·Annual Meeting voting deadline: 11:59 p.m. E.T. on May 19, 2026 for direct shares and May 18, 2026 for Plan shares.
  • ·Base salary increases for NEOs ranged 3-8%, with CEO at 8% to reach ~5% below 50th peer percentile.
  • ·Long-term equity awards: 50% RSUs and 50% PSUs vesting over three years, tied to TSR and Adjusted EBITDA margin (measured end of 2027).
abrdn Emerging Markets ex-China Fund, Inc.DEF 14Aneutralmateriality 4/10

07-04-2026

abrdn Emerging Markets ex-China Fund, Inc. (AEF) has issued a definitive proxy statement for its annual stockholder meeting on May 27, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. ET, to elect Nancy Yao as Class III Director for a three-year term ending in 2029. The Board unanimously recommends voting FOR the nominee, with stockholders of record as of April 1, 2026 entitled to vote. 40,601,424 common shares were outstanding on the Record Date.

  • ·Record Date: April 1, 2026
  • ·Proxy materials first mailed: on or about April 13, 2026
  • ·Meeting location: 1900 Market Street, Suite 200, Philadelphia, PA 19103
  • ·Proxy materials available at: http://www.aberdeenaef.com
  • ·Annual report available for fiscal year ended December 31, 2025
ALKAMI TECHNOLOGY, INC.DEF 14Aneutralmateriality 6/10

07-04-2026

Alkami Technology, Inc. (ALKT) DEF 14A proxy statement seeks stockholder approval for the election of three Class II directors—Charles Kane, Alex Shootman (CEO), and Brian R. Smith—at the upcoming Annual Meeting, with their terms extending to 2029 if elected. The nine-member Board includes continuing Class I directors (Maria Alvarez, Raphael Osnoss, Joseph Payne) until 2028 and Class III directors (Steven Mitchell, Susanna Morgan, Barbara Yastine) until 2027, plus new appointments of Jeffrey Fox and Judson Linville effective post-meeting. Director Barbara Yastine was involved in a company (Lebenthal) that filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy 17 months after her departure in June 2016.

  • ·Board divided into three classes with staggered three-year terms; vacancies filled by majority of remaining directors.
  • ·Directors elected by plurality vote; proxies voted for nominees unless authority withheld.
  • ·New board appointments of Jeffrey Fox and Judson Linville approved March 31, 2026, effective post-Annual Meeting.
  • ·Susanna Morgan joined Board on July 23, 2025.
abrdn Income Credit Strategies FundDEF 14Aneutralmateriality 6/10

07-04-2026

The proxy statement solicits votes for the abrdn Income Credit Strategies Fund's annual shareholder meeting on May 27, 2026, to elect Rahn Porter as Class III Trustee for a three-year term (replacing retiring Trustee P. Gerald Malone) and Randolph Takian as Preferred Share Trustee for a three-year term, with common and preferred shareholders voting separately where applicable. As of the April 1, 2026 record date, there were 125,470,678 common shares, 4,000,000 Series A Mandatorily Redeemable Preferred Shares, and 1,600,000 Series A Perpetual Preferred Shares outstanding. A quorum requires one-third of shares entitled to vote, and elections are by plurality vote with no cumulative voting.

  • ·Meeting location: 1900 Market Street, Suite 200, Philadelphia, PA 19103, at 10:30 a.m. Eastern Time.
  • ·Proxy materials available at http://www.aberdeenacp.com; mailed on or about April 13, 2026.
  • ·Fiscal year ended October 31, 2025; annual report available upon request via 1-800-522-5465.
AMGEN INCDEF 14Apositivemateriality 8/10

07-04-2026

Amgen's 2026 Proxy Statement outlines the virtual Annual Meeting on May 19, 2026, with votes on electing all 12 board nominees, approving executive compensation, ratifying auditors, and a stockholder proposal for an independent board chairman (board recommends against). The company reported 10% YoY growth in 2025 total revenues and sales versus 2024, record full-year sales for 18 products, five FDA approvals, and pipeline advancements including Repatha reducing CV event risk by 25%. Investments included $7B in R&D, $2B in capex, $6B debt reduction, $5B in dividends, and over $3.15B in manufacturing expansions, with no material declines noted.

  • ·Annual Meeting: May 19, 2026 at 11:00 A.M. Pacific Time, virtual at www.virtualshareholdermeeting.com/AMGN2026
  • ·Record date: March 20, 2026
  • ·Proxy materials mailed on or about April 7, 2026
  • ·Board recommends FOR election of 12 nominees, FOR executive compensation approval, FOR auditor ratification, AGAINST independent board chairman proposal
  • ·11 of 12 director nominees are independent
  • ·Proxy access for up to 20 stockholders owning 3% for 3 years
INDIA FUND, INC.DEF 14Aneutralmateriality 4/10

07-04-2026

Aberdeen India Fund, Inc. (NYSE: IFN) has filed a definitive proxy statement for its Annual Meeting of Stockholders on May 27, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. ET, to elect two Class II Directors (Nisha Kumar and Luis Rubio, terms until 2029) and approve the continuation of Nancy Yao's term as a Class III Director until 2028 under Corporate Governance Policies. The Record Date is April 1, 2026, with stockholders of record and beneficial owners eligible to attend with proper identification. The Board unanimously recommends voting FOR all proposals.

  • ·Meeting location: offices of abrdn Inc., 1900 Market Street, Suite 200, Philadelphia, PA 19103
  • ·Proxy materials available at http://www.aberdeenifn.com
  • ·Annual report available for fiscal year ended December 31, 2025
  • ·Proxy solicitation assistance by EQ Fund Solutions, LLC; contact 1-800-522-5465 for attendance or materials
Meritage Homes CORPDEF 14Aneutralmateriality 7/10

07-04-2026

Meritage Homes Corporation's DEF 14A Proxy Statement for the 2026 Annual Meeting on May 21, 2026 (virtual format), solicits stockholder votes on electing six directors, ratifying Deloitte & Touche LLP as independent auditors for fiscal 2026, advisory approval of Named Executive Officer compensation, advisory approval to reduce the ownership threshold for calling a special stockholder meeting to 25%, and a competing shareholder proposal to further improve special meeting rights. The record date is March 26, 2026, with 66,702,433 shares of common stock outstanding. No financial performance metrics are detailed, focusing instead on governance matters.

  • ·Annual Meeting access via meetnow.global/MFX6MXG using Control Number.
  • ·Proxy materials available at investors.meritagehomes.com since on or about April 7, 2026.
  • ·Board recommends FOR Proposals 1-4 and AGAINST Proposal 5.

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