Cohu Stockholders Approve 60 Million Share Increase, Boosting Potential Dilution

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Cohu's stockholders approved an amendment to increase authorized common stock by 60 million shares, from 90 million to 150 million, creating significant potential for future dilution.

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• Authorized Shares Increased

  Stockholders approved an amendment to increase the total authorized common stock from 90 million to 150 million shares, effective May 15, 2026.

• Significant Dilution Headroom

  With 47.17 million shares currently outstanding, this authorization means that if all 150 million authorized shares were issued, it would result in a potential dilution of approximately 218% for existing shareholders.

• Equity Incentive Plans Approved

  The 2026 Equity Incentive Plan and the Amended and Restated 1997 Employee Stock Purchase Plan were also approved, allowing for future share issuance for compensation.

• Bylaws Amended

  The Board approved amended bylaws, including an exclusive forum provision for certain corporate claims in Delaware courts.

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Cohu's stockholders have approved a significant increase in authorized common stock from 90 million to 150 million shares, adding 60 million shares to the company's potential issuance capacity. This authorization, while not an immediate sale, provides the company with substantial flexibility for future capital raises or equity compensation. If all 150 million authorized shares were issued, it would represent a potential dilution of approximately 218% to existing shareholders. This follows previous proxy filings that outlined the proposal.