Bausch + Lomb (BLCO) investors approve board, pay and PwC auditor at 2026 meeting

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Bausch + Lomb Corporation reported the results of its Annual Meeting of Shareholders held on May 20, 2026. Shareholders elected ten directors, including Eduardo Alfonso and Brenton L. Saunders, with each nominee receiving over 331 million votes in favor and around 4.2 to 4.3 million votes against, plus 11.45 million broker non-votes.

Shareholders also approved, on a non-binding advisory basis, the compensation of the company’s named executive officers, with 328,089,056 votes for, 832,221 against, 6,896,414 abstentions and 11,452,072 broker non-votes. In addition, shareholders appointed PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as the company’s independent registered public accounting firm until the close of the 2027 annual meeting, with 343,283,263 votes for and 3,986,500 votes withheld.

8-K Event Classification

Item 5.07 — Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

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Item 5.07 Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders Governance

Results of a shareholder vote on proposals at an annual or special meeting.

Key Figures

Votes for director nominees: 331,573,622–331,575,559 votes Votes against director nominees: 4,242,132–4,340,966 votes Broker non-votes on director elections: 11,452,072 votes +5 more

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Votes for director nominees 331,573,622–331,575,559 votes For each director election at 2026 annual meeting

Votes against director nominees 4,242,132–4,340,966 votes Against each director election at 2026 annual meeting

Broker non-votes on director elections 11,452,072 votes For each director nominee at 2026 annual meeting

Say-on-pay votes for 328,089,056 votes Advisory approval of executive compensation

Say-on-pay votes against 832,221 votes Advisory approval of executive compensation

Say-on-pay abstentions 6,896,414 votes Advisory approval of executive compensation

Auditor appointment votes for 343,283,263 votes Appointment of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP

Auditor appointment votes withheld 3,986,500 votes Appointment of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP

Key Terms

Broker Non-Votes, non-binding advisory basis, named executive officers, independent registered public accounting firm, +1 more

5 terms

Broker Non-Votes financial

"Against | | | | Broker Non-Votes"

Broker non-votes occur when a brokerage firm is unable to vote on a shareholder’s behalf during a company election or decision because the shareholder has not given specific voting instructions, and the broker is not allowed or chooses not to vote on certain matters. They are important because they can affect the outcome of votes, especially when the results are close, by effectively reducing the total number of votes cast.

non-binding advisory basis financial

"The shareholders approved, on a non-binding advisory basis, the compensation"

A non-binding advisory basis is guidance or a recommendation offered for informational purposes that does not create legal obligations or guarantees; recipients can accept, modify, or ignore it without contractual consequences. Investors should treat it like a weather forecast for planning—useful for forming expectations and assessing risk, but not a firm promise—so they should verify assumptions, seek confirming information, and avoid relying on it as the sole basis for investment decisions.

named executive officers financial

"the compensation of the Company’s named executive officers as disclosed"

Named executive officers are the senior company leaders whose names, roles and compensation are singled out in required regulatory filings; this typically includes the chief executive, chief financial officer and the next highest‑paid senior officers. Investors treat this list like a team roster — it shows who makes key decisions, how they are paid and whether incentives align with shareholder interests, so changes or pay patterns can signal governance quality, risk or strategic shifts.

independent registered public accounting firm financial

"Appointment of the Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm."

An independent registered public accounting firm is an outside accounting company officially registered with the government regulator to examine and report on a public company's financial records and controls. Investors treat its reports like an impartial inspector’s certificate — they add credibility to financial statements, help spot errors or misleading claims, and reduce the risk that shareholders are relying on unchecked or biased numbers.

Annual Meeting of Shareholders financial

"At the Annual Meeting of Shareholders (the “Annual Meeting”) of Bausch + Lomb Corporation"

A yearly gathering where a company’s owners (shareholders) vote on key items like electing the board, approving executive pay, and ratifying auditors, and receive updates on performance and strategy. Think of it as an annual town hall for owners: it matters to investors because outcomes and disclosures can affect leadership, corporate direction, dividend and governance policies, and therefore the company’s risk and potential return.

Understanding 8-K Material Events →

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d)

of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

May 20, 2026

Date of Report (Date of the earliest event reported)

Bausch + Lomb Corporation

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Canada		001-41380		98-1613662
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)		(Commission File Number)		(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

520 Applewood Crescent

Vaughan, Ontario

Canada L4K 4B4

(Address of Principal Executive Offices)(Zip Code)

(905) 695-7700

(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

N/A

(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

☐ Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

☐ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class		Trading Symbol(s)		Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Shares, No Par Value		BLCO		New York Stock Exchange Toronto Stock Exchange

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 5.07. Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders.

At the Annual Meeting of Shareholders (the “Annual Meeting”) of Bausch + Lomb Corporation (the “Company”) held on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, the Company’s shareholders voted on the following proposals, each of which is described in detail in the Proxy Statement. The results of each matter voted upon are as follows:

Proposal: Election of Directors. The shareholders elected the following individuals to the Company’s Board of Directors, to serve until the close of the Company’s 2027 Annual Meeting of Shareholders, their successors are duly elected or appointed, or such director’s earlier resignation or removal:

		For				Against				Broker Non-Votes
Eduardo Alfonso			331,573,622				4,244,069				11,452,072
Nathalie Bernier			331,522,655				4,295,036				11,452,072
Steven H. Collis			331,575,559				4,242,132				11,452,072
Sarah B. Kavanagh			331,548,740				4,268,951				11,452,072
Karen L. Ling			331,533,402				4,284,289				11,452,072
John A. Paulson			331,537,843				4,279,848				11,452,072
Russel C. Robertson			331,561,696				4,255,995				11,452,072
Thomas W. Ross, Sr.			331,556,884				4,260,807				11,452,072
Brenton L. Saunders			331,476,725				4,340,966				11,452,072
Andrew C. von Eschenbach			331,499,049				4,318,642				11,452,072

Proposal: Advisory Vote on Executive Compensation. The shareholders approved, on a non-binding advisory basis, the compensation of the Company’s named executive officers as disclosed in the Compensation Discussion and Analysis section, executive compensation tables and accompanying narrative discussions contained in the Proxy Statement.

For		Against		Abstain		Broker Non-Votes
328,089,056		832,221		6,896,414		11,452,072

Proposal: Appointment of the Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm. The shareholders appointed PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as the auditor for the Company to hold office until the close of the 2027 Annual Meeting of Shareholders and authorized the Company’s Board of Directors to fix the auditor’s remuneration.

For		Withheld
343,283,263		3,986,500

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 hereunto duly authorized.

BAUSCH + LOMB CORPORATION
By:		/s/ A. Robert D. Bailey
Name:		A. Robert D. Bailey
Title:		Executive Vice President and Chief Legal Officer
Date:		May 20, 2026

FAQ

What did Bausch + Lomb (BLCO) shareholders decide at the 2026 annual meeting?

Shareholders elected ten directors, approved executive compensation on an advisory basis, and appointed PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as auditor until the 2027 annual meeting, with strong majority support across all proposals.

How did Bausch + Lomb (BLCO) shareholders vote on director elections in 2026?

All ten director nominees were elected, each receiving about 331.5 million votes for and roughly 4.2 to 4.3 million votes against, along with 11,452,072 broker non-votes recorded for each nominee.

Was Bausch + Lomb (BLCO) executive compensation approved by shareholders in 2026?

Yes. Shareholders approved the compensation of named executive officers on a non-binding advisory basis, with 328,089,056 votes for, 832,221 against, 6,896,414 abstentions and 11,452,072 broker non-votes at the 2026 annual meeting.

Which auditor did Bausch + Lomb (BLCO) shareholders appoint for 2027?

Shareholders appointed PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as the independent registered public accounting firm to serve until the close of the 2027 annual meeting, with 343,283,263 votes for and 3,986,500 votes withheld.

Is the Bausch + Lomb (BLCO) say-on-pay vote in 2026 binding on the company?

No. The say-on-pay vote is advisory and non-binding, but it provides feedback on executive compensation. In 2026, shareholders nonetheless supported the program by a wide margin, with over 328 million votes in favor.

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