Entergy (NYSE: ETR) holders back board, auditor and pay in 2026 vote

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Entergy Corporation reported the results of its 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders. Investors elected all 12 director nominees to serve until the 2027 annual meeting, with each nominee receiving more votes for than against.

Shareholders also ratified Deloitte & Touche LLP as Entergy’s independent registered public accounting firm for 2026, with 401,414,208 votes for and 15,485,020 against. In a non-binding advisory vote, shareholders approved the company’s named executive officer compensation, with 372,126,342 votes for, 11,027,101 against, and 1,461,743 abstentions, alongside 32,638,334 broker non-votes.

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

Votes for auditor ratification: 401,414,208 votes Votes against auditor ratification: 15,485,020 votes Say-on-pay votes for: 372,126,342 votes +5 more

8 metrics

Votes for auditor ratification 401,414,208 votes Ratification of Deloitte & Touche LLP for 2026

Votes against auditor ratification 15,485,020 votes Ratification of Deloitte & Touche LLP for 2026

Say-on-pay votes for 372,126,342 votes Advisory vote on named executive officer compensation

Say-on-pay votes against 11,027,101 votes Advisory vote on named executive officer compensation

Broker non-votes on say-on-pay 32,638,334 votes Advisory vote on named executive officer compensation

Votes for Gina F. Adams 375,446,935 votes Election of director nominee Gina F. Adams

Votes for M. Elise Hyland 382,643,672 votes Election of director nominee M. Elise Hyland

Votes against Stuart L. Levenick 27,876,105 votes Election of director nominee Stuart L. Levenick

Key Terms

Annual Meeting of Shareholders, independent registered public accounting firm, advisory resolution, named executive officer compensation, +1 more

5 terms

Annual Meeting of Shareholders financial

"On May 8, 2026, Entergy Corporation held its 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders"

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.

independent registered public accounting firm financial

"ratified the selection of Deloitte & Touche LLP as the Company's independent registered public accounting firm for 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.

advisory resolution financial

"approved an advisory resolution to approve named executive officer compensation"

An advisory resolution is a non-binding vote by shareholders that expresses their opinion on a specific corporate matter, such as executive pay or a governance policy. It matters to investors because, like a public survey, it signals shareholder sentiment to the board and management; even though it does not force action, a strong vote for or against can prompt changes, affect company reputation, and influence future decisions that impact shareholder value.

named executive officer compensation financial

"approved an advisory resolution to approve named executive officer compensation"

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.

broker non-votes financial

"The table below sets forth the number of votes cast for and against, and the number of abstentions and 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.

Understanding 8-K Material Events →

05/12/2026 - 04:02 PM

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 8, 2026

Entergy Corporation

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware

1-11299

72-1229752

(State or other jurisdiction
of incorporation)

(Commission
File Number)

(IRS Employer
Identification No.)

639 Loyola Avenue, New Orleans, Louisiana

70113

(Address of principal executive offices)

(Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code

(504) 576-4000

(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 Class	Trading Symbol	Name of Each Exchange on Which Registered

Common Stock, $0.01 Par Value	ETR	New York Stock Exchange
Common Stock, $0.01 Par Value	ETR	NYSE Texas

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 May 8, 2026, Entergy Corporation (the “Company”) held its 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders (the “Annual Meeting”). At the Annual Meeting, the Company’s shareholders: 1) elected the 12 directors nominated by the Company’s Board of Directors to serve until the 2027 Annual Meeting of Shareholders and until their successors are elected and qualified; 2) ratified the selection of Deloitte & Touche LLP as the Company's independent registered public accounting firm for 2026; and 3) approved an advisory resolution to approve named executive officer compensation. The proposals are further described in the Company's definitive proxy statement on Schedule 14A filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on March 27, 2026.

The table below sets forth the number of votes cast for and against, and the number of abstentions and broker non-votes, for each matter voted upon by the Company's shareholders.

Proposal 1 – Election of Directors


Nominee	Voted For	Voted Against	Abstentions	Broker Non-Votes
Gina F. Adams	375,446,935	8,833,780	334,471	32,638,334
John H. Black	380,740,874	3,550,005	324,307	32,638,334
John R. Burbank	382,066,010	2,226,259	322,917	32,638,334
James F. Caldwell, Jr.	382,177,081	2,119,927	318,178	32,638,334
Kirkland H. Donald	380,243,043	4,056,979	315,164	32,638,334
Brian W. Ellis	374,541,673	9,751,888	321,625	32,638,334
Philip L. Frederickson	380,030,545	4,261,445	323,196	32,638,334
M. Elise Hyland	382,643,672	1,653,608	317,906	32,638,334
Stuart L. Levenick	355,853,636	27,876,105	885,445	32,638,334
Andrew S. Marsh	369,885,747	14,427,187	302,252	32,638,334
Karen A. Puckett	375,467,784	8,839,896	307,506	32,638,334
R. Lewis Ropp	380,849,932	3,416,548	348,706	32,638,334

Proposal 2 – Ratification of Deloitte & Touche as the Company’s Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm for 2026


Voted For	Voted Against	Abstentions
401,414,208	15,485,020	354,292

Proposal 3 – Advisory Vote on Named Executive Officer Compensation


Voted For	Voted Against	Abstentions	Broker Non-Votes
372,126,342	11,027,101	1,461,743	32,638,334

SIGNATURE

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.


			Entergy Corporation
			By: /s/ Daniel T. Falstad
			Daniel T. Falstad Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary


Dated: May 12, 2026

Source: View Original Filing on SEC EDGAR

FAQ

What did Entergy (ETR) shareholders decide at the 2026 annual meeting?

Entergy shareholders elected all 12 director nominees, ratified Deloitte & Touche LLP as the 2026 independent auditor, and approved an advisory resolution on named executive officer compensation, based on the voting results disclosed from the 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders.

How did Entergy (ETR) shareholders vote on director elections in 2026?

Shareholders elected 12 directors to serve until the 2027 annual meeting, with each nominee receiving more votes for than against. For example, Gina F. Adams received 375,446,935 votes for and 8,833,780 against, with additional abstentions and broker non-votes reported.

Was Deloitte & Touche LLP reappointed as Entergy (ETR)’s auditor for 2026?

Yes. Shareholders ratified Deloitte & Touche LLP as Entergy’s independent registered public accounting firm for 2026, with 401,414,208 votes for, 15,485,020 votes against, and 354,292 abstentions, indicating strong shareholder support for the company’s chosen external auditor.

How did Entergy (ETR) shareholders vote on executive compensation in 2026?

Shareholders approved an advisory resolution on named executive officer compensation, with 372,126,342 votes for, 11,027,101 votes against, and 1,461,743 abstentions. There were also 32,638,334 broker non-votes, reflecting shares not voted on this advisory pay proposal.

How many broker non-votes were recorded at Entergy (ETR)’s 2026 meeting?

For several proposals, including director elections and the advisory vote on compensation, Entergy reported 32,638,334 broker non-votes. Broker non-votes arise when brokers hold shares but do not receive voting instructions on non-routine matters from beneficial owners.

Which Entergy (ETR) director nominee received the highest vote support in 2026?

Among the listed nominees, M. Elise Hyland received 382,643,672 votes for, 1,653,608 votes against, and 317,906 abstentions. All 12 nominees were elected, each with more votes in favor than against, according to the disclosed voting table.

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