loanDepot (NYSE: LDI) investors back directors, auditor and say-on-pay

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

loanDepot, Inc. reported the results of its 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders held on June 4, 2026. Stockholders elected three Class II directors—Andrew Dodson, Steven Ozonian, and Pamela Patenaude—to three-year terms.

They also ratified Ernst & Young LLP as independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026. In addition, stockholders approved, on a non-binding, advisory basis, the compensation of the company’s named executive officers.

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 Andrew Dodson: 236,408,220 For; 13,203,691 Withheld; 54,689,960 broker non-votes Votes for Steven Ozonian: 241,227,416 For; 8,384,495 Withheld; 54,689,960 broker non-votes Votes for Pamela Patenaude: 234,590,107 For; 15,021,804 Withheld; 54,689,960 broker non-votes +2 more

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Votes for Andrew Dodson 236,408,220 For; 13,203,691 Withheld; 54,689,960 broker non-votes Election as Class II director at 2026 annual meeting

Votes for Steven Ozonian 241,227,416 For; 8,384,495 Withheld; 54,689,960 broker non-votes Election as Class II director at 2026 annual meeting

Votes for Pamela Patenaude 234,590,107 For; 15,021,804 Withheld; 54,689,960 broker non-votes Election as Class II director at 2026 annual meeting

Auditor ratification vote 297,662,063 For; 6,254,032 Against; 385,776 Abstain Ratification of Ernst & Young LLP for fiscal year ending December 31, 2026

Say-on-pay vote 238,963,889 For; 10,549,037 Against; 125,985 Abstain; 54,689,960 broker non-votes Advisory approval of named executive officer compensation

Key Terms

broker non-votes, independent registered public accounting firm, non-binding, advisory basis, named executive officers

4 terms

broker non-votes regulatory

"Director | For | Withheld | 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 regulatory

"Ratification of the appointment of Ernst & Young LLP 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.

non-binding, advisory basis regulatory

"Approval, on a non-binding, advisory basis, of the compensation of the Company’s named executive officers."

A non-binding, advisory basis means a recommendation or decision that carries no legal force and does not obligate the parties to act; it’s similar to a friendly suggestion rather than a signed promise. For investors, this matters because such guidance can influence market expectations and management plans but offers no guarantee of follow-through, so investors should treat it as informative input rather than a firm commitment.

named executive officers financial

"approval, on a non-binding, advisory basis, of the compensation of the Company’s named executive officers."

Named executive officers are the senior company leaders whose names, roles and compensation are singled out in required regulatory filings; this typically includes the chief executive, chief financial officer and the next highest‑paid senior officers. Investors treat this list like a team roster — it shows who makes key decisions, how they are paid and whether incentives align with shareholder interests, so changes or pay patterns can signal governance quality, risk or strategic shifts.

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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 (or date of earliest event reported): June 4, 2026

_____________________

loanDepot, Inc.

(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter)

_____________________

Delaware

001-40003

85-3948939

(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)

(Commission File Number)

(I.R.S. Employer Identification Number)

6561 Irvine Center Drive

Irvine, California 92618

(Address of Principal Executive Offices) (Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (888) 337-6888

_____________________

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, $0.001 Par Value

LDI

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.  o

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

The final results of voting on each of the matters submitted to a vote of security holders during the 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders of loanDepot, Inc. (the “Company”) held on June 4, 2026, are as follows:

1. Election of three Class II directors to serve for a term of three years.

Director						For															Withheld									Broker Non-Votes
Andrew Dodson						236,408,220															13,203,691									54,689,960
Steven Ozonian						241,227,416															8,384,495									54,689,960
Pamela Patenaude						234,590,107															15,021,804									54,689,960

2. Ratification of the appointment of Ernst & Young LLP as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026.

For									Against									Abstain						Broker Non-Votes
297,662,063									6,254,032									385,776						—

3. Approval, on a non-binding, advisory basis, of the compensation of the Company’s named executive officers.

For									Against									Abstain						Broker Non-Votes
238,963,889									10,549,037									125,985						54,689,960

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.

loanDepot, Inc.
By:			/s/ Joseph Grassi
Name: Joseph Grassi
Title: Chief Legal and Risk Officer

Date: June 5, 2026

FAQ

What did loanDepot (LDI) shareholders vote on at the 2026 annual meeting?

Shareholders voted on electing three Class II directors, ratifying Ernst & Young LLP as independent registered public accounting firm for 2026, and approving named executive officer compensation on a non-binding advisory basis. All three proposals received majority support based on the reported vote totals.

Which directors were elected at loanDepot’s 2026 annual meeting and for how long?

Stockholders elected Andrew Dodson, Steven Ozonian, and Pamela Patenaude as Class II directors to serve three-year terms. Each director received more votes “For” than “Withheld,” with additional broker non-votes reported, confirming their election to the board for the new term.

Did loanDepot (LDI) shareholders ratify Ernst & Young as the 2026 auditor?

Yes. Shareholders ratified Ernst & Young LLP as loanDepot’s independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026, with 297,662,063 votes For, 6,254,032 votes Against, and 385,776 Abstentions, and no broker non-votes reported for this item.

How did loanDepot shareholders vote on executive compensation in 2026?

Shareholders approved the compensation of loanDepot’s named executive officers on a non-binding, advisory basis. The proposal received 238,963,889 votes For, 10,549,037 votes Against, 125,985 Abstentions, and 54,689,960 broker non-votes, indicating majority support for the company’s executive pay program.

When was loanDepot’s 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders held?

The 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders for loanDepot, Inc. was held on June 4, 2026. The company later reported the final voting results for all three proposals, including director elections, auditor ratification, and the advisory vote on executive compensation, in its current report.

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