Magna Announces 2026 Annual Meeting Results
Rhea-AI Summary
Magna (TSX: MG; NYSE: MGA) reported results from its May 4, 2026 annual meeting. 218,968,145 shares (79.21% outstanding) were represented. All 12 director nominees were elected with voting support ranging from 96.43% to 99.64%. Deloitte was reappointed auditor and the Say on Pay advisory vote passed with 89.66% support. The Board confirmed Robert F. MacLellan as Chair and announced several committee chair appointments effective immediately; Dr. Indira V. Samarasekera retired after 12 years.
Positive
- All 12 directors elected with >=96.43% support
- Deloitte reappointed as auditor with 98.57% support
- Say on Pay advisory vote approved with 89.66% support
- 218,968,145 shares represented (79.21% of outstanding)
- Board confirmed Robert F. MacLellan as Chair
Negative
- Say on Pay received comparatively lower 89.66% support
News Market Reaction – MGA
In the May 5 session, MGA gained 0.86%, reflecting a mild positive market reaction.
Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.
Key Figures
Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | 24h Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 01 | Earnings results | Positive | -4.5% | Strong Q1 2026 sales, margin and EPS growth with maintained guidance. |
| Apr 13 | Earnings webcast date | Neutral | -0.8% | Announcement of schedule and access details for Q1 2026 results webcast. |
| Apr 09 | Business divestiture | Positive | +0.8% | Agreements to sell Lighting and Rooftop Systems businesses without EPS outlook impact. |
| Mar 27 | Annual report filing | Neutral | -1.8% | Publication of 2025 Annual Report and confirmation of virtual annual meeting date. |
| Mar 24 | Product launch | Positive | +1.9% | Launch of DHD REX hybrid drive targeting range‑extended electric vehicles. |
24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.
Recent history shows one notable divergence where strong Q1 results were followed by a negative price reaction, while other operational and strategic updates saw modestly aligned moves.
Over the last few months, Magna has reported strong Q1 2026 results, announced divestitures of its Lighting and Rooftop Systems businesses, posted its 2025 Annual Report, and unveiled the DHD REX hybrid drive. The robust Q1 update on May 1, 2026 led to a -4.46% move, contrasting with modestly positive reactions to product and portfolio news. Today’s annual meeting voting results fit into this governance and disclosure cadence.
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AURORA, Ontario, May 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Magna International Inc. (TSX: MG; NYSE: MGA) today announced voting results from its 2026 annual meeting of shareholders held on May 4, 2026. A total of 218,968,145 Common Shares or
a. Election of Directors
| Nominee | Votes FOR | Nominee | Votes FOR | ||
| Mary S. Chan | Mary Lou Maher | ||||
| Hon. V. Peter Harder | William A. Ruh | ||||
| Jan R. Hauser | Peter Sklar | ||||
| Seetarama S. Kotagiri (CEO) | Matthew Tsien | ||||
| Jay K. Kunkel | Dr. Thomas Weber | ||||
| Robert F. MacLellan | Lisa S. Westlake | ||||
b. Other Items of Business
| Item | Votes FOR | |
| Reappointment of Deloitte | ||
| Say on Pay | ||
Based on the voting results, all 12 nominees were elected to the Board, Deloitte was reappointed as independent auditor, and the “Say on Pay” resolution was approved – in each case by a substantial majority. Detailed voting results are included as Appendix “A” to this press release.
Following the annual meeting, Magna’s Board confirmed:
- Robert F. MacLellan as Board Chair;
- Mary Lou Maher as Audit Committee Chair; and
- Hon. V. Peter Harder as Governance, Nominating and Sustainability Committee Chair.
Additionally, with the retirement of Dr. Indira V. Samarasekera from the Board after 12 years, the Board made the following Committee Chair appointments, effective immediately:
- William A. Ruh as Talent Oversight and Compensation Committee Chair; and
- Matthew Tsien as Technology Committee Chair.
INVESTOR CONTACT
Louis Tonelli, Vice-President, Investor Relations
louis.tonelli@magna.com │ 905.726.7035
MEDIA CONTACT
Tracy Fuerst, Vice-President, Corporate Communications & PR
tracy.fuerst@magna.com │ 248.761.7004
ABOUT MAGNA
Magna is one of the world’s largest automotive suppliers and a trusted partner to automakers in the industry’s most critical markets—North America, Europe, and China. With a global team and footprint spanning 28 countries, we bring unmatched scale, trusted reliability, and proven execution. Backed by nearly seven decades of experience, we combine deep manufacturing expertise with innovative vehicle system technologies to deliver performance, safety, and quality.
For further information about Magna (NYSE:MGA; TSX:MG), please visit www.magna.com or follow us on social.
Appendix “A”
VOTING RESULTS - 2026 ANNUAL MEETING OF SHAREHOLDERS
| Resolution | Votes For | Votes Withheld/Against | ||||
| # | % | # | % | |||
| Elect Mary S. Chan as Director | 209,236,245 | 2,965,784 | ||||
| Elect Hon. V. Peter Harder as Director | 205,688,562 | 6,513,465 | ||||
| Elect Jan R. Hauser as Director | 211,168,283 | 1,033,744 | ||||
| Elect Seetarama S. Kotagiri (CEO) as Director | 211,434,671 | 767,357 | ||||
| Elect Jay K. Kunkel as Director | 211,378,962 | 823,066 | ||||
| Elect Robert F. MacLellan as Director | 210,664,274 | 1,537,753 | ||||
| Elect Mary Lou Maher as Director | 211,399,399 | 802,630 | ||||
| Elect William A. Ruh as Director | 204,629,951 | 7,572,076 | ||||
| Elect Peter Sklar as Director | 211,428,877 | 773,151 | ||||
| Elect Matthew Tsien as Director | 208,555,817 | 3,646,211 | ||||
| Elect Dr. Thomas Weber as Director | 209,030,974 | 3,171,033 | ||||
| Elect Lisa S. Westlake as Director | 208,547,329 | 3,654,699 | ||||
| Re-Appointment of Deloitte LLP as Auditor | 215,827,447 | 3,140,698 | ||||
| Advisory Resolution on Executive Compensation | 190,258,324 | 21,943,700 | ||||
