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CBRE (CBRE) investors re-elect full board, ratify KPMG and reject special-meeting proposal

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CBRE Group, Inc. reported the results of its annual stockholder meeting held on May 21, 2026. Stockholders elected 10 directors to the board for terms lasting until the 2027 annual meeting or until successors are chosen. Each director election included 9,456,979 broker non-votes.

Stockholders approved the ratification of KPMG LLP as CBRE’s independent registered public accounting firm for 2026, with 255,196,778 votes in favor. They also gave advisory approval to named executive officer compensation for 2025, with 230,735,191 votes in favor. A stockholder proposal to allow stockholders to call special meetings was rejected.

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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.
Director votes – Brandon B. Boze 244,536,152 For; 8,506,500 Against; 282,148 Abstain Election of director at 2026 annual meeting
Director votes – Gunjan Soni 252,946,389 For; 75,639 Against; 302,772 Abstain Election of director at 2026 annual meeting
Broker non-votes on director elections 9,456,979 broker non-votes Each of 10 director elections
Auditor ratification votes 255,196,778 For; 7,357,550 Against; 227,451 Abstain Ratification of KPMG LLP for 2026
Say-on-pay votes 230,735,191 For; 21,828,542 Against; 761,067 Abstain Advisory vote on 2025 named executive officer compensation
Special meeting proposal votes 85,999,804 For; 166,814,496 Against; 510,500 Abstain Stockholder proposal on calling special meetings
Broker non-votes on proposals 3 and 4 9,456,979 broker non-votes Say-on-pay and special meeting proposal
broker non-votes financial
"For each director, there were 9,456,979 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.
independent registered public accounting firm financial
"The ratification of the appointment of KPMG LLP as our independent registered public accounting firm for 2026 was approved"
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.
advisory approval financial
"The advisory approval of named executive officer compensation for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025 was approved"
named executive officer compensation financial
"The advisory approval of named executive officer compensation for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025 was approved"
Pay and benefits disclosed for a company’s top executives identified in regulatory filings, including salary, bonuses, stock awards, option grants, pension contributions and other perks. Think of it as a public paycheck summary for senior managers that shows how they are rewarded and motivated. Investors use it to judge whether executive incentives align with shareholder interests, to assess potential costs and risks, and to evaluate corporate governance.
stockholder proposal financial
"The stockholder proposal regarding stockholders’ ability to call special stockholder meetings was rejected"
annual meeting of stockholders financial
"The Company held its annual meeting of stockholders (the “Annual Meeting”) on May 21, 2026."
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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

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 21, 2026

CBRE GROUP, INC.

(Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter)

Delaware

001-32205

94-3391143

(State or Other Jurisdiction

of Incorporation)

(Commission File Number)

(IRS Employer

Identification No.)

 

 

 

2121 North Pearl Street

Suite 300

Dallas, Texas

75201

(Address of Principal Executive Offices)

(Zip Code)

(214) 979-6100

(Registrant’s Telephone Number, Including Area Code)

Not Applicable

(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

Class A Common Stock, $0.01 par value per share

 

CBRE

 

New York 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.

 


 

This Current Report on Form 8-K is filed by CBRE Group, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the “Company”), in connection with the matters described herein.

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

(a) The Company held its annual meeting of stockholders (the “Annual Meeting”) on May 21, 2026.

(b) The voting results from the Annual Meeting were as follows:

1.
Each of the following 10 directors was elected to our Board of Directors, to serve until the next annual meeting of stockholders in 2027 or until their respective successors are elected and qualified. Each director received the number of votes set forth below. For each director, there were 9,456,979 broker non-votes.

Name

For

Against

Abstain

Brandon B. Boze

244,536,152

8,506,500

282,148

Vincent Clancy

251,791,855

1,251,764

281,181

Beth F. Cobert

251,747,921

1,160,247

416,632

Reginald H. Gilyard

242,969,905

10,077,931

276,964

Shira D. Goodman

252,290,865

760,175

273,760

Gerardo I. Lopez

247,117,700

5,787,940

419,160

Guy A. Metcalfe

252,120,082

930,639

274,079

Gunjan Soni

252,946,389

75,639

302,772

Robert E. Sulentic

236,814,806

13,888,933

2,621,061

Sanjiv Yajnik

242,965,654

9,768,331

590,815

 

2.
The ratification of the appointment of KPMG LLP as our independent registered public accounting firm for 2026 was approved by a vote of 255,196,778 shares in favor, 7,357,550 shares against, and 227,451 shares abstaining. There were no broker non-votes on this proposal.
3.
The advisory approval of named executive officer compensation for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025 was approved by a vote of 230,735,191 shares in favor, 21,828,542 shares against, and 761,067 shares abstaining. There were 9,456,979 broker non-votes on this proposal.
4.
The stockholder proposal regarding stockholders’ ability to call special stockholder meetings was rejected by a vote of 85,999,804 shares in favor, 166,814,496 shares against, and 510,500 shares abstaining. There were 9,456,979 broker non-votes on this proposal.

 


 

SIGNATURE

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

 

 

Date: May 22, 2026

CBRE GROUP, INC.

 

 

 

 

 

 

By:

/s/ EMMA E. GIAMARTINO

 

 

 

Emma E. Giamartino

 

 

 

Chief Financial Officer and Chief Investment Officer

 

 


FAQ

What did CBRE (CBRE) stockholders vote on at the May 21, 2026 annual meeting?

CBRE stockholders voted on electing 10 directors, ratifying KPMG LLP as auditor for 2026, approving 2025 named executive officer compensation on an advisory basis, and a stockholder proposal to allow stockholders to call special meetings, which was not approved.

Were CBRE (CBRE) directors re-elected at the 2026 annual meeting?

Yes. All 10 nominated directors were elected to CBRE’s board to serve until the 2027 annual meeting or until successors are elected and qualified. Each director election showed substantial support, alongside 9,456,979 broker non-votes recorded for every director on the ballot.

Did CBRE (CBRE) stockholders approve KPMG as the 2026 auditor?

Yes. Stockholders ratified KPMG LLP as CBRE’s independent registered public accounting firm for 2026 with 255,196,778 votes in favor, 7,357,550 votes against, and 227,451 abstentions. There were no broker non-votes recorded on this auditor ratification proposal.

How did CBRE (CBRE) stockholders vote on executive compensation for 2025?

Stockholders gave advisory approval to 2025 named executive officer compensation, with 230,735,191 votes in favor, 21,828,542 votes against, and 761,067 abstentions. There were 9,456,979 broker non-votes. This non-binding vote indicates overall stockholder support for the company’s pay practices.

What happened to the CBRE (CBRE) proposal on stockholders calling special meetings?

The stockholder proposal to allow stockholders to call special stockholder meetings was rejected. The vote was 85,999,804 shares in favor, 166,814,496 shares against, and 510,500 shares abstaining, with 9,456,979 broker non-votes recorded on this governance-related proposal.

Who signed the CBRE (CBRE) report detailing the 2026 annual meeting results?

The report summarizing the 2026 annual meeting voting results was signed on behalf of CBRE Group, Inc. by Emma E. Giamartino, who serves as the company’s Chief Financial Officer and Chief Investment Officer, reflecting her executive role in corporate financial reporting.

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