CBRE (CBRE) investors re-elect full board, ratify KPMG and reject special-meeting proposal
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Filing Sentiment
Form Type
8-K
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
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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8-K Event Classification
Item 5.07 — Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders
1 item
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
Director votes – Brandon B. Boze: 244,536,152 For; 8,506,500 Against; 282,148 Abstain
Director votes – Gunjan Soni: 252,946,389 For; 75,639 Against; 302,772 Abstain
Broker non-votes on director elections: 9,456,979 broker non-votes
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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
Key Terms
broker non-votes, independent registered public accounting firm, advisory approval, named executive officer compensation, +2 more
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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."
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.