Alight Finalizes Proxy for Shareholder Vote on Reverse Stock Split to Avoid Delisting

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Alight, Inc. filed definitive additional proxy materials for its upcoming annual meeting, detailing proposals including a reverse stock split to prevent NYSE delisting, board declassification, and officer liability limitation.

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• Shareholder Meeting Scheduled

  The Annual Meeting of Stockholders is scheduled for June 10, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. Central Time, to be held virtually.

• Reverse Stock Split Proposal Detailed

  Shareholders will vote on an amendment to authorize the Board to effect a reverse stock split at ratios of 1-for-10, 1-for-20, 1-for-30, or 1-for-40, aimed at increasing the share price to meet NYSE listing requirements. This follows the preliminary proxy statement filed on April 16, 2026, which first announced the proposal.

• Board Declassification Proposed

  A proposal to amend the Company's Certificate of Incorporation to declassify the Board of Directors will be put to a vote.

• Officer Liability Limitation Proposed

  Shareholders will consider an amendment to eliminate certain officers' personal liability for monetary damages stemming from breaches of the duty of care, as permitted by Delaware law.

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This definitive additional proxy material sets the stage for a critical shareholder vote on a proposed reverse stock split, a necessary measure to address the company's share price falling below the NYSE's $1.00 minimum and avoid delisting. The filing specifies the potential ratios for the reverse split (1-for-10, 1-for-20, 1-for-30, or 1-for-40), providing concrete details following the preliminary announcement on April 16, 2026. While a reverse split is often viewed negatively as it doesn't improve underlying business fundamentals, it is crucial for maintaining exchange listing. Investors should monitor the outcome of the June 10, 2026, annual meeting, as the approval of this proposal is vital for the company's continued public trading on the NYSE. The other governance proposals, such as board declassification and limiting officer liability, are also significant changes to corporate structure.