DICK'S Sporting Goods details 2026 vote results
DICK'S Sporting Goods, Inc. reports the results of its 2026 annual meeting of stockholders held on June 10, 2026.
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Form Type
8-K
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
DICK'S Sporting Goods, Inc. reports the results of its 2026 annual meeting of stockholders held on June 10, 2026. Stockholders elected all eleven director nominees to terms expiring in 2027.
They also approved, on a non-binding advisory basis, the compensation of named executive officers, with 280,925,384 votes for, 2,544,487 against and 130,026 abstentions. Stockholders ratified the appointment of Deloitte & Touche LLP as independent registered public accounting firm for fiscal 2026, with 286,986,978 votes for, 1,550,740 against and 83,368 abstentions.
A stockholder proposal requesting a report on the Company’s women’s rights related business risk and decision framework did not pass, receiving 166,344 votes for, 282,793,235 against and 640,318 abstentions.
8-K Event Classification
2 items: 5.07, 9.01
2 items
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.
Item 9.01
Financial Statements and Exhibits
Exhibits
Financial statements, pro forma financial information, or exhibit attachments filed with this report.
Key Figures
Say-on-pay votes: 280,925,384 for / 2,544,487 against
Auditor ratification votes: 286,986,978 for / 1,550,740 against
Women’s rights proposal votes: 166,344 for / 282,793,235 against
+2 more
5 metrics
Say-on-pay votes
280,925,384 for / 2,544,487 against
Non-binding advisory vote on executive compensation at 2026 annual meeting
Auditor ratification votes
286,986,978 for / 1,550,740 against
Ratification of Deloitte & Touche LLP for fiscal 2026
Women’s rights proposal votes
166,344 for / 282,793,235 against
Stockholder proposal on women’s rights related business risk report
Director vote example
282,592,577 for / 1,007,320 withheld
Election of director nominee Lauren R. Hobart
Broker non-votes (most items)
5,021,189 shares
Broker non-votes reported on director, pay and proposal items
Key Terms
broker non-vote, non-binding advisory basis, independent registered public accounting firm, stockholder proposal, +1 more
5 terms
broker non-vote financial
"Nominee | For | Withheld | Broker Non-Vote"
A broker non-vote happens when a brokerage firm holds shares in street name for a client but does not cast a ballot on a particular shareholder item because the broker lacks discretionary authority to vote that matter. Think of it like a person who owns a ticket but the ticket-holder refuses to vote on some issues; the share counts for ownership but not for that vote, which can affect whether proposals reach the required number of votes or a quorum.
non-binding advisory basis financial
"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.
independent registered public accounting firm financial
"independent registered public accounting firm for fiscal 2026"
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.
stockholder proposal financial
"Stockholder Proposal - Request for Report on Women's Rights"
Annual Meeting financial
"The 2026 annual meeting of stockholders (the “Annual Meeting”)"
A company's annual meeting is a yearly gathering where owners (shareholders) and the board review performance, ask questions, and vote on key matters like electing directors, approving auditor choices, and sometimes setting pay or dividend policies. For investors it matters because decisions made and votes cast can change who runs the company, influence strategy and payouts, and affect the value or direction of their investment—similar to a homeowners’ meeting where rules and leaders that shape your property’s value are decided.
FAQ
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What did DICK'S Sporting Goods (DKS) stockholders decide at the 2026 annual meeting?
Stockholders elected all eleven director nominees for terms expiring in 2027 and approved executive compensation on a non-binding basis. They also ratified Deloitte & Touche LLP as independent auditor for fiscal 2026 and voted down a stockholder proposal on women’s rights related business risk reporting.
How did DICK'S Sporting Goods (DKS) vote on executive compensation in 2026?
Stockholders approved the compensation of named executive officers on a non-binding advisory basis. The vote totals were 280,925,384 shares for, 2,544,487 against and 130,026 abstaining, with 5,021,189 broker non-votes, as disclosed in the 2026 annual meeting results.
Which auditors did DICK'S Sporting Goods (DKS) stockholders ratify for fiscal 2026?
Stockholders ratified Deloitte & Touche LLP as the independent registered public accounting firm for fiscal 2026. The ratification received 286,986,978 votes for, 1,550,740 against and 83,368 abstentions, with no broker non-votes reported for this proposal at the annual meeting.
How many director nominees were elected at DICK'S Sporting Goods (DKS) 2026 annual meeting?
Stockholders elected eleven director nominees to the board for terms expiring in 2027. Each nominee, including Lauren R. Hobart and Edward W. Stack, received more votes “for” than “withheld,” with additional broker non-votes reported, confirming their election under the company’s stated voting results.
Was there any change to DICK'S Sporting Goods (DKS) independent auditor for 2026?
No change was made to the independent auditor. Stockholders ratified Deloitte & Touche LLP as the independent registered public accounting firm for fiscal 2026, with 286,986,978 shares voting in favor and relatively few shares voting against or abstaining on this ratification item.
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