Hyster-Yale (HY) investors back directors, pay plan and EY auditor at 2026 meeting

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Hyster-Yale, Inc. reported the results of its Annual Meeting of Stockholders held on May 12, 2026. Stockholders elected fifteen directors, each receiving over 40 million votes for, with broker non-votes of 1,415,138 on each election.

Stockholders approved, on an advisory basis, the Company's named executive officer compensation with 43,107,958 votes for, 1,783,884 against, and 133,032 abstentions. They also approved an amendment and restatement of the Non-Employee Directors' Equity Compensation Plan with 44,269,192 votes for and 736,481 against.

In addition, stockholders confirmed Ernst & Young LLP as the independent registered public accounting firm for the current fiscal year, with 46,067,184 votes for, 336,844 against, and 35,984 abstentions.

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

Say-on-pay votes for: 43,107,958 votes Say-on-pay votes against: 1,783,884 votes Director equity plan votes for: 44,269,192 votes +4 more

7 metrics

Say-on-pay votes for 43,107,958 votes Advisory approval of named executive officer compensation

Say-on-pay votes against 1,783,884 votes Advisory approval of named executive officer compensation

Director equity plan votes for 44,269,192 votes Approval of amended Non-Employee Directors' Equity Compensation Plan

Auditor ratification votes for 46,067,184 votes Confirmation of Ernst & Young LLP as independent auditor

Auditor ratification votes against 336,844 votes Confirmation of Ernst & Young LLP as independent auditor

Broker non-votes on say-on-pay 1,415,138 votes Advisory vote on executive compensation

Example director votes for 44,807,405 votes Election of director Ann A. O'Hara

Key Terms

Annual Meeting of Stockholders, named executive officer compensation, Non-Employee Directors' Equity Compensation Plan, independent registered public accounting firm, +1 more

5 terms

Annual Meeting of Stockholders financial

"Hyster-Yale, Inc. held its Annual Meeting of Stockholders on May 12, 2026."

named executive officer compensation financial

"The stockholders approved, on an advisory basis, the Company's 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.

Non-Employee Directors' Equity Compensation Plan financial

"The stockholders approved the amendment and restatement of the Company's Non-Employee Directors' Equity Compensation Plan"

independent registered public accounting firm financial

"The stockholders confirmed the appointment of Ernst & Young LLP as the independent registered public accounting firm of the Company"

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

"Broker non-votes | 1,415,138"

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 →

05/14/2026 - 02:52 PM

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):		May 12, 2026

HYSTER-YALE, INC.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware	000-54799	31-1637659
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)	(Commission File Number)	(IRS Employer Identification No.)

5875 Landerbrook Drive, Suite 300
Cleveland	(440)
OH	449-9600	44124-4069
(Address of principal executive offices)	(Registrant's telephone number, including area code)	(Zip code)
	N/A
(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	HY	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. ☐

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

Hyster-Yale, Inc. (the "Company") held its Annual Meeting of Stockholders on May 12, 2026.

The stockholders elected the following fifteen nominees to the Board of Directors until the next annual meeting and until their successors are elected:


DIRECTOR	VOTES FOR	VOTES WITHHELD	BROKER NON-VOTES
Colleen R. Batcheler	42,764,920	2,259,954	1,415,138
James B. Bemowski	44,799,540	225,334	1,415,138
J.C. Butler, Jr.	41,487,445	3,537,429	1,415,138
Gary L. Collar	44,690,739	334,135	1,415,138
Carolyn Corvi	42,372,410	2,652,464	1,415,138
Edward T. Eliopoulos	44,658,299	366,575	1,415,138
John P. Jumper	42,363,369	2,661,505	1,415,138
Dennis W. LaBarre	40,434,621	4,590,253	1,415,138
Ann A. O'Hara	44,807,405	217,469	1,415,138
H. Vincent Poor	42,644,791	2,380,083	1,415,138
Rajiv K. Prasad	44,758,527	266,347	1,415,138
Alfred M. Rankin, Jr.	42,432,273	2,592,601	1,415,138
Claiborne R. Rankin	42,582,824	2,442,050	1,415,138
Britton T. Taplin	44,385,906	638,968	1,415,138
David B.H. Williams	42,607,215	2,417,659	1,415,138

The stockholders approved, on an advisory basis, the Company's named executive officer compensation:


For			43,107,958
Against			1,783,884
Abstain			133,032
Broker non-votes			1,415,138

The stockholders approved the amendment and restatement of the Company's Non-Employee Directors' Equity Compensation Plan:


For			44,269,192
Against			736,481
Abstain			19,201
Broker non-votes			1,415,138

The stockholders confirmed the appointment of Ernst & Young LLP as the independent registered public accounting firm of the Company for the current fiscal year:


For			46,067,184
Against			336,844
Abstain			35,984

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.



Date:	May 14, 2026		HYSTER-YALE, INC.

		By:	/s/ Suzanne Schulze Taylor
			Name: Suzanne Schulze Taylor
			Title: Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary

Source: View Original Filing on SEC EDGAR

FAQ

What did Hyster-Yale (HY) stockholders vote on at the May 2026 annual meeting?

Stockholders elected fifteen directors, held an advisory vote on named executive officer compensation, approved changes to the Non-Employee Directors' Equity Compensation Plan, and confirmed Ernst & Young LLP as independent auditor. Each proposal received strong support based on the reported vote totals.

Were Hyster-Yale (HY) directors re-elected at the 2026 annual meeting?

All fifteen director nominees were elected, each receiving more than 40 million votes for, with varying withheld votes and 1,415,138 broker non-votes per nominee. This outcome maintains the existing board structure for another term until the next annual meeting.

How did Hyster-Yale (HY) stockholders vote on executive compensation in 2026?

Stockholders approved the Company’s named executive officer compensation on an advisory basis, with 43,107,958 votes for, 1,783,884 against, and 133,032 abstentions. This indicates majority support for the current pay practices described in the compensation program.

What was decided about Hyster-Yale’s Non-Employee Directors' Equity Compensation Plan?

Stockholders approved the amendment and restatement of the Non-Employee Directors' Equity Compensation Plan, with 44,269,192 votes for, 736,481 against, and 19,201 abstentions. The approval allows the updated equity compensation framework for non-employee directors to take effect.

Which audit firm did Hyster-Yale (HY) stockholders confirm for the current fiscal year?

Stockholders confirmed Ernst & Young LLP as the independent registered public accounting firm, with 46,067,184 votes for, 336,844 against, and 35,984 abstentions. This ratification supports the continued engagement of Ernst & Young LLP as the Company’s external auditor.

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