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Shareholders of Carlyle Secured Lending (NASDAQ: CGBD) approve board, EY

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Carlyle Secured Lending, Inc. reported the results of its 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders. Shareholders elected Class I directors Linda Pace and William H. Wright II to three-year terms and ratified Ernst & Young LLP as independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026.

As of the April 7, 2026 record date, 70,125,943 common shares were outstanding and entitled to vote, with 41,339,639 shares present or represented, establishing a quorum. Linda Pace received 19,608,442 votes for and William H. Wright II received 14,713,660 votes for. EY’s ratification received 40,207,883 votes for, with 443,413 against and 688,343 abstentions.

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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.
Shares outstanding entitled to vote 70,125,943 shares Common stock as of April 7, 2026 record date
Shares present or represented 41,339,639 shares Shares at 2026 Annual Meeting constituting a quorum
Votes for Linda Pace 19,608,442 votes Election as Class I director at 2026 Annual Meeting
Votes for William H. Wright II 14,713,660 votes Election as Class I director at 2026 Annual Meeting
EY auditor ratification - for 40,207,883 votes Ratification of Ernst & Young LLP for fiscal year ending Dec 31, 2026
EY auditor ratification - against 443,413 votes Votes against ratifying EY for fiscal year ending Dec 31, 2026
EY auditor ratification - abstain 688,343 votes Abstentions on ratifying EY for fiscal year ending Dec 31, 2026
Annual Meeting of Stockholders financial
"held its 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders (the “Annual Meeting”)."
independent registered public accounting firm financial
"ratification of the selection of Ernst & Young LLP (“EY”) as the Company’s 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.
broker non-votes financial
"Nominees | For | Withhold | 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.
quorum financial
"41,339,639 shares of the common stock of the Company were present or represented at the Annual Meeting, constituting a quorum."
A quorum is the minimum number of members needed to officially hold a meeting or make decisions. It ensures that decisions are made with enough participation to represent the group’s interests, much like a majority must be present for a vote to be valid. For investors, understanding quorum is important because it affects when and how important company or organization decisions can be legally made.
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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, DC 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): June 9, 2026
Carlyle Secured Lending, Inc.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
Maryland 814-00995 80-0789789
(State or Other Jurisdiction
of Incorporation)		 (Commission
File Number)		 (IRS Employer
Identification No.)
One Vanderbilt Avenue, Suite 3400
New York,New York 10017
(Address of Principal Executive Offices) (Zip Code)
(212) 813-4900
(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 (see General Instruction A.2. below):
☐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 classTrading Symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered
Common StockCGBDThe Nasdaq Global Select Market
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.

On June 9, 2026, Carlyle Secured Lending, Inc. (the “Company”) held its 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders (the “Annual Meeting”). The following proposals were voted on at the Annual Meeting: (1) the election of each of Linda Pace and William H. Wright II, each to serve as a Class I director for a three-year term, in each case until their successor is duly elected and qualified or until their earlier death, resignation or removal, and (2) the ratification of the selection of Ernst & Young LLP (“EY”) as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026.

At the Annual Meeting, holders of the outstanding shares of the Company’s common stock voted upon the proposals to elect Ms. Pace and Mr. Wright, and to ratify the selection of EY as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026.

As of April 7, 2026, the record date for the Annual Meeting, there were 70,125,943 shares of common stock of the Company outstanding and entitled to vote. 41,339,639 shares of the common stock of the Company were present or represented at the Annual Meeting, constituting a quorum.
The final voting results for each of the proposals submitted to a vote of stockholders at the Annual Meeting are set forth below. Each proposal was approved by the requisite vote.
Proposal 1. The election of each of Linda Pace and William H. Wright II, each to serve as a Class I director for a three-year term, in each case until their successor is duly elected and qualified or their earlier death, resignation or removal:
NomineesForWithholdBroker Non-Votes
Linda Pace19,608,4421,551,75920,179,438
William H. Wright II14,713,6606,446,54120,179,438

Proposal 2. The ratification of the selection of EY as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026:
ForAgainstAbstainBroker Non-Votes
40,207,883443,413688,343—


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.
  CARLYLE SECURED LENDING, INC.
  (Registrant)
Dated: June 11, 2026 By: /s/ Joshua Lefkowitz
  Joshua Lefkowitz
  Secretary and Chief Compliance Officer


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FAQ

What did Carlyle Secured Lending (CGBD) shareholders approve at the 2026 Annual Meeting?

Shareholders approved the election of Linda Pace and William H. Wright II as Class I directors and ratified Ernst & Young LLP as independent registered public accounting firm. These approvals confirm the company’s board composition and external auditor for the 2026 fiscal year.

How many Carlyle Secured Lending (CGBD) shares were eligible to vote at the 2026 meeting?

As of the April 7, 2026 record date, 70,125,943 shares of common stock were outstanding and entitled to vote. This figure defines the maximum possible voting power for the 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders.

Was a quorum present at Carlyle Secured Lending’s 2026 Annual Meeting?

Yes, a quorum was present, with 41,339,639 shares of common stock present or represented. This level of participation met the company’s requirements to conduct official business and approve the proposals on the agenda.

How did Carlyle Secured Lending (CGBD) shareholders vote on director Linda Pace?

Director nominee Linda Pace received 19,608,442 votes for and 1,551,759 votes withheld, with 20,179,438 broker non-votes. These results were sufficient for her election as a Class I director for a three-year term.

What were the voting results for Carlyle Secured Lending’s auditor ratification in 2026?

Shareholders voted to ratify Ernst & Young LLP as independent registered public accounting firm with 40,207,883 votes for, 443,413 against, and 688,343 abstentions. There were no broker non-votes reported on this proposal.

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