8-KShareholder Matters

HORTON D R INC /DE/ 8-K Report, Shareholder Vote Results (Jan 16, 2026)

Filed January 16, 2026For Securities:DHI

Summary

D.R. Horton, Inc. (DHI) has filed an 8-K report detailing the outcomes of its Annual Meeting of Stockholders held on January 15, 2026. The meeting covered three key proposals: the election of eight director nominees, an advisory vote on executive compensation, and the ratification of Ernst & Young LLP as the independent registered public accounting firm for fiscal year 2026. All proposals received overwhelming support from stockholders. The eight director nominees were elected by substantial margins, indicating strong confidence in the current board leadership. Similarly, the executive compensation plan was approved by an advisory vote, and the appointment of Ernst & Young LLP as the company's auditor for the upcoming fiscal year was overwhelmingly ratified. These results suggest a stable governance environment and continued shareholder alignment with management and audit oversight.

Key Highlights

  • 1All eight nominated directors were elected to hold office until the 2027 Annual Meeting.
  • 2The election of directors saw strong 'For' votes, with each nominee receiving over 239 million 'For' votes.
  • 3Stockholders approved the company's executive compensation through an advisory vote.
  • 4The advisory vote on executive compensation received a significant majority of 'For' votes (229,912,825).
  • 5Ernst & Young LLP was ratified as the independent registered public accounting firm for fiscal year 2026.
  • 6The ratification of the auditor appointment received near-unanimous support, with over 268 million 'For' votes.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main items voted on were the election of eight director nominees, an advisory vote to approve executive compensation, and the ratification of the appointment of Ernst & Young LLP as the independent registered public accounting firm for fiscal year 2026.

Yes, all eight director nominees were elected by the stockholders to hold office until the 2027 Annual Meeting. The voting results show substantial support for each nominee.

Stockholders approved the company's executive compensation through an advisory vote, with a significant majority voting in favor.

Yes, the appointment of Ernst & Young LLP as D.R. Horton's independent registered public accounting firm for fiscal year 2026 was overwhelmingly ratified by the stockholders.