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argenx (NASDAQ: ARGX) sets 2026 AGM and plans Board change

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argenx SE is convening its Annual General Meeting of shareholders on May 6, 2026 at 13:00 CET at the Hilton Amsterdam Schiphol in the Netherlands. Shareholders and others with meeting rights are invited to attend in person or via proxy and e-voting.

The agenda includes discussion and adoption of the 2025 annual accounts, an advisory vote on the 2025 remuneration report, discharge of directors for 2025 duties, and authorization of the Board to issue shares and to limit or exclude pre-emptive rights. The company also proposes that Jim Daly retire as non-executive director and Chair of the Commercialization Committee effective May 6, 2026, with succession options under review. Meeting materials and convocation details are available on the argenx website and through the company on request.

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549

 

 

FORM 6-K

 

 

REPORT OF FOREIGN PRIVATE ISSUER

PURSUANT TO RULE 13a-16 OR 15d-16

UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

 

For the Month of March 2026

 

Commission File Number: 001-38097

 

 

ARGENX SE

(Translation of registrant’s name into English)

 

 

Laarderhoogtweg 25
1101 EB Amsterdam, the Netherlands

(Address of principal executive offices)

 

 

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant files or will file annual reports under cover of Form 20-F or Form 40-F.

 

Form 20-F  x     Form 40-F  ¨

 

Indicate by check mark if the registrant is submitting the Form 6-K in paper as permitted by Regulation S-T Rule 101(b)(1): ¨

 

Indicate by check mark if the registrant is submitting the Form 6-K in paper as permitted by Regulation S-T Rule 101(b)(7): ¨

 

 

 

 

 

 

EXPLANATORY NOTE

 

On March 20, 2026, argenx SE (the “Company”) issued a press release, a copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1 and is incorporated by reference herein.

 

The information contained in this Current Report on Form 6-K, including Exhibit 99.1, shall be deemed to be incorporated by reference into the Company’s Registration Statements on Forms S-8 (File Nos. 333-225375333-258253, 333-274721, and 333-292200), and to be part thereof from the date on which this Current Report on Form 6-K is filed, to the extent not superseded by documents or reports subsequently filed or furnished.

 

Exhibit   Description
     
99.1   Press Release March 20, 2026

 

 

 

 

SIGNATURES

 

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.

 

  ARGENX SE
     
Date: March 20, 2026 By: /s/ Hemamalini (Malini) Moorthy
    Name: Hemamalini (Malini) Moorthy
    Title: General Counsel

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Exhibit 99.1

 

argenx announces Annual General Meeting of Shareholders on May 6, 2026

 

March 20, 2026

 

Amsterdam, the Netherlandsargenx SE (Euronext & Nasdaq: ARGX), a global immunology company committed to improving the lives of people suffering from severe autoimmune diseases, today announced that the Annual General Meeting of shareholders will be held at 13:00 CET on Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at the Hilton Amsterdam Schiphol at Schiphol Boulevard 701, 1118 BN Schiphol, the Netherlands.


The shareholders and all other persons with meeting rights are invited to attend the Annual General Meeting of shareholders. The formal notice of convocation (including information on attending the meeting in person or by proxy, requirements for notification and registration for the meeting and regarding the e-voting system) is available on the argenx website www.argenx.com and on www.abnamro.com/evoting.

 

Agenda

 

In addition to recurrent items on the agenda, such as the discussion and adoption of the 2025 annual accounts, an advisory vote on the company’s 2025 remuneration report, the discharge of the directors for their duties performed in 2025 and the authorization of the Board of Directors to issue shares and to limit or exclude pre-emptive rights in relation thereto, the following changes to the Board of Directors are also proposed:

 

-Appointment of Karen Massey as executive director to the Board for a term of 4 years
-Appointment of Tim Van Hauwermeiren as non-executive director to the Board for a term of 4 years
-Re-appointment of Ana Céspedes as non-executive director to the Board of Directors for a term of 4 years
-Re-appointment of Camilla Sylvest as non-executive director to the Board of Directors for a term of 4 years
-Re-appointment of Pamela Klein as a non-executive director to the Board of Directors for a term of 2 years

 

Jim Daly to retire as non-executive director and Chair of the Commercialization Committee, effective May 6, 2026

 

Mr. Daly has served as a non-executive director since May 2018. The Board of Directors is currently examining the options for succession of Jim Daly as Chair of the Commercialization Committee.

 

“I would like to express my deep gratitude to Jim for his significant contributions during his tenure with argenx. His contributions as Chair of the Commercialization Committee have been instrumental in architecting our commercial operations and guiding us through multiple product launches, while supporting our entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to innovation.” commented Mr. Peter Verhaeghe.

 

 

 

 

The agenda for the meeting as well as all ancillary documents relevant for the meeting are available via the argenx website and are also available for inspection at the argenx offices. A free copy thereof may also be obtained by e-mailing legal@argenx.com. argenx would like to encourage shareholders to use the voting by (electronic) proxy option as referred to in the convocation.

 

About argenx 

 

argenx is a global immunology company committed to improving the lives of people suffering from severe autoimmune diseases. Partnering with leading academic researchers through its Immunology Innovation Program (IIP), argenx aims to translate immunology breakthroughs into a world-class portfolio of novel antibody-based medicines. argenx developed and is commercializing the first approved neonatal Fc receptor (FcRn) blocker and is evaluating its broad potential in multiple serious autoimmune diseases while advancing several earlier stage experimental medicines within its therapeutic franchises. For more information, visit www.argenx.com and follow us on LinkedInInstagramFacebook, and YouTube.

 

For further information, please contact:  

 

Media:

 

Ben Petok

bpetok@argenx.com

 

Investors:

 

Alexandra Roy  
aroy@argenx.com 

 

 

 

FAQ

When will argenx (ARGX) hold its 2026 Annual General Meeting of shareholders?

argenx will hold its 2026 Annual General Meeting on May 6, 2026 at 13:00 CET. The meeting takes place at the Hilton Amsterdam Schiphol in the Netherlands, and shareholders and other eligible participants are invited to attend or vote via proxy and e-voting.

What key agenda items are planned for argenx (ARGX) 2026 Annual General Meeting?

The agenda covers 2025 annual accounts, the 2025 remuneration report, director discharge, and share issuance authority. Shareholders will also consider authorization for the Board to limit or exclude pre-emptive rights and proposed changes to the composition of the Board of Directors.

What Board change is proposed at the argenx (ARGX) 2026 shareholder meeting?

Jim Daly is proposed to retire as non-executive director and Chair of the Commercialization Committee effective May 6, 2026. He has served since May 2018, and the Board is examining options for his succession as committee chair.

How can argenx (ARGX) shareholders vote at the 2026 Annual General Meeting?

argenx encourages shareholders to use voting by (electronic) proxy as described in the convocation. Detailed instructions for attending in person, registering, and using the e-voting system are available in the formal notice on the argenx and ABN AMRO e-voting websites.

Where can investors find documents for the argenx (ARGX) 2026 Annual General Meeting?

The agenda and all ancillary documents are available via the argenx website and at the company’s offices. Shareholders can also request a free copy by emailing the legal department at the address provided in the convocation materials.

What share-related authorizations are on the argenx (ARGX) 2026 AGM agenda?

Shareholders will be asked to authorize the Board of Directors to issue shares and to limit or exclude pre-emptive rights. These recurring resolutions give the Board flexibility to manage equity financing and corporate actions within the mandate approved by shareholders.

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