Shareholders Approve New Long-Term Incentive Plan Authorizing 4.8M Shares

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Shareholders approved the 2026 Long-Term Incentive Plan, authorizing the future issuance of up to 4.825 million shares for employee and director compensation, following the plan's proposal in March.

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• Long-Term Incentive Plan Approved

  Shareholders approved the 2026 Long-Term Incentive Plan at the Annual Meeting on May 5, 2026, which had been previously approved by the Board on March 11, 2026, subject to shareholder consent.

• Significant Share Authorization

  The approved plan authorizes the issuance of up to 4,825,000 shares of common stock for various awards, including full-value awards, stock options, and stock appreciation rights.

• Routine Shareholder Approvals

  In addition to the incentive plan, shareholders re-elected twelve directors, approved executive compensation on an advisory basis, and ratified PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as independent auditors for fiscal 2026.

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Shareholders have officially approved the 2026 Long-Term Incentive Plan, which authorizes the company to issue up to 4,825,000 shares for employee and director compensation. This approval, following the plan's proposal in the March 31, 2026 proxy statement, provides the framework for future equity awards. While crucial for talent retention and motivation, this represents a substantial potential for future dilution for existing shareholders.