LSB Industries Files Definitive Proxy, Details Auditor Change to PwC and Strong 2025 Executive Payouts

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LSB Industries filed its definitive proxy statement for the 2026 Annual Meeting, announcing the appointment of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as its new auditor and detailing robust executive compensation for 2025 driven by strong financial performance.

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• Auditor Change Announced

  PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP has been appointed as the independent registered public accounting firm for 2026, replacing Ernst & Young LLP after a competitive selection process. No disagreements or reportable events were noted with the outgoing auditor.

• Strong 2025 Executive Compensation Payouts

  Named Executive Officers (NEOs) received significant payouts for their 2025 Short-Term Incentive Plan, with the Adjusted EBITDA performance metric achieving a 200% payout, reflecting strong company financial performance.

• Board Nominations for Annual Meeting

  Three directors, Jonathan Z. Ackerman (appointed April 2, 2026), Diana M. Peninger, and Lynn F. White, are nominated for re-election to three-year terms expiring in 2029.

• Annual Shareholder Meeting Details

  The 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders will be held virtually on May 21, 2026, to vote on director elections, auditor ratification, and an advisory 'say-on-pay' proposal for executive compensation.

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This DEF 14A provides comprehensive details for LSB Industries' upcoming annual meeting, including key corporate governance matters. The company announced a change in its independent auditor from Ernst & Young LLP to PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP following a competitive selection process, a notable governance update. Executive compensation for 2025 reflects strong company performance, with Named Executive Officers achieving a 200% payout for the Adjusted EBITDA component of their Short-Term Incentive Plan, aligning with the company's reported return to profitability. Shareholders will vote on the re-election of three directors, including Jonathan Z. Ackerman, whose appointment was previously announced, and an advisory 'say-on-pay' proposal. The filing also updates beneficial ownership, confirming TLB-LSB, LLC's 21.3% stake after recent sales. Investors should review these details ahead of the May 21, 2026, annual meeting.