8-KShareholder Matters

Cboe Global Markets, Inc. 8-K Report, Shareholder Vote Results (May 18, 2026)

Filed May 18, 2026For Securities:CBOE

Summary

Cboe Global Markets, Inc. (CBOE) filed an 8-K report on May 18, 2026, detailing the outcomes of its Annual Meeting of Stockholders held on May 14, 2026. The primary focus of this filing is the voting results on several key proposals. Investors can take comfort in the strong approval of Cboe's slate of directors, indicating continued confidence in the current leadership and governance. Additionally, the company received shareholder ratification for its independent registered public accounting firm, KPMG LLP, for the fiscal year 2026, reinforcing transparency and audit integrity. While executive compensation was approved on an advisory basis, the rejection of a shareholder proposal regarding the right to act by written consent suggests a preference among a significant portion of shareholders for the current governance structure. Overall, the meeting results reflect broad support for the company's strategic direction and operational oversight.

Key Highlights

  • 1All nominated directors were elected to the Board of Directors with substantial 'For' votes, indicating strong shareholder confidence in leadership.
  • 2The appointment of KPMG LLP as the independent registered public accounting firm for fiscal year 2026 was overwhelmingly ratified by shareholders.
  • 3The advisory resolution to approve executive compensation received a majority of 'For' votes, although with a notable number of 'Against' and abstaining votes.
  • 4A shareholder proposal seeking the right to act by written consent was rejected, with more shares voting against it than for it.
  • 5Broker non-votes were consistent across all proposals, suggesting a significant portion of shares were not voted by brokers who did not receive voting instructions.
  • 6The filing confirms that no other matters were presented for a vote at the Annual Meeting.

Frequently Asked Questions

The key outcomes include the election of all director nominees, the ratification of KPMG LLP as the independent auditor for fiscal year 2026, advisory approval of executive compensation, and the rejection of a shareholder proposal regarding the right to act by written consent.

All director nominees received a significant majority of votes cast 'For' their election, demonstrating strong shareholder support for the current Board of Directors.

Yes, the appointment of KPMG LLP as the independent registered public accounting firm for the 2026 fiscal year was ratified with an overwhelming majority of votes cast 'For' the proposal.

The shareholder proposal that would have given shareholders the right to act by written consent was rejected. More shares voted against the proposal than in favor of it.