Marblegate Capital (OTCQX: MGTE) holders approve 2026 equity plan and board
Filing Impact
Filing Sentiment
Form Type
8-K
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Marblegate Capital Corporation reported results of its 2026 annual stockholder meeting held on June 11, 2026. Stockholders approved the Marblegate Capital Corporation 2026 Equity Incentive Plan, which authorizes 3,700,000 shares of common stock for awards such as options, stock appreciation rights, restricted stock, RSUs and performance awards, with an automatic annual increase of up to 3% of fully diluted shares from 2027 through 2030. Awards to non-employee directors are capped at $750,000 in grant-date value per year, rising to $1,000,000 in a director’s first year, and the plan runs for up to 10 years.
All five director nominees were elected to serve until the 2027 annual meeting. Stockholders also ratified Deloitte & Touche LLP as independent registered public accounting firm for the year ending December 31, 2026 and approved the potential adjournment/postponement of the meeting if additional proxies were needed. There were 73,914,402 shares outstanding as of the April 15, 2026 record date, and 69,848,939 shares (about 94.5%) were represented, establishing a strong quorum.
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8-K Event Classification
3 items: 5.02, 5.07, 9.01
3 items
Item 5.02
Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers
Governance
Key personnel changes including departures, elections, or appointments of directors and executive officers.
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, and exhibit attachments filed with this report.
Key Figures
Equity plan share reserve: 3,700,000 shares
Evergreen annual increase: 3% of fully diluted shares
Director award cap: $750,000 per year
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7 metrics
Equity plan share reserve
3,700,000 shares
Aggregate shares available under 2026 Equity Incentive Plan
Evergreen annual increase
3% of fully diluted shares
Automatic annual increase from 2027 through 2030
Director award cap
$750,000 per year
Annual grant-date value limit for non-employee directors
Initial year director cap
$1,000,000
Grant-date value limit in a director’s first fiscal year
Shares outstanding
73,914,402 shares
Common stock outstanding as of April 15, 2026 record date
Shares represented at meeting
69,848,939 shares
Shares present or represented at 2026 annual meeting (~94.5%)
Plan duration
10 years
No awards after 10th anniversary of 2026 Plan effective date
Key Terms
Equity Incentive Plan, stock appreciation rights, Evergreen Provision, independent registered public accounting firm, +1 more
5 terms
Equity Incentive Plan financial
"the Marblegate Capital Corporation 2026 Equity Incentive Plan (the “2026 Plan”)"
An equity incentive plan is a program that gives employees, executives or directors the right to receive company stock or options to buy stock as part of their pay. Think of it as offering slices of future company profit to motivate people to boost long‑term performance; for investors it matters because it can align employee goals with shareholder value but also increases the number of shares outstanding, which can dilute existing ownership.
stock appreciation rights financial
"authorizes the grant of stock options, stock appreciation rights, restricted stock awards"
Stock appreciation rights (SARs) are a form of employee compensation that give the holder the right to receive the increase in a company's stock price over a set baseline, paid in cash or shares, without having to buy the stock. For investors, SARs matter because they can create future cash outflows or share dilution and signal how a company rewards and motivates executives — similar to giving a bonus tied directly to how well the company’s stock performs.
Evergreen Provision financial
"equal to the lesser of (A) three percent (3%)... (the “Evergreen Provision”)"
An evergreen provision is a clause in a financing or contract that automatically renews or replenishes the arrangement unless one party actively cancels it, like a subscription that keeps renewing each term. For investors it matters because it creates predictable, ongoing access to funding or ongoing contractual obligations — helping liquidity and planning — but can also hide long-term commitments or dilution risks if not reviewed.
independent registered public accounting firm financial
"as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm for the year ending December 31, 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.
broker non-votes financial
"The results of the votes were as follows ... 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.
FAQ
What did Marblegate Capital (MGTE) stockholders approve at the 2026 annual meeting?
Stockholders approved the 2026 Equity Incentive Plan, re-elected five directors, ratified Deloitte & Touche LLP as auditor, and authorized potential adjournment or postponement of the meeting. These actions confirm board leadership, compensation structure, and the external auditor for 2026.
How large is Marblegate Capital’s 2026 Equity Incentive Plan?
The 2026 Equity Incentive Plan initially covers 3,700,000 shares of common stock. It also includes an automatic annual increase of up to 3% of fully diluted shares from 2027 through 2030, subject to board or compensation committee decisions each year.
Who is eligible to receive awards under Marblegate (MGTE) 2026 Equity Incentive Plan?
Employees, consultants and non-employee directors of Marblegate Capital Corporation and its subsidiaries are eligible. Awards can include stock options, stock appreciation rights, restricted stock, restricted stock units, performance awards, dividend equivalents, and other stock- or cash-based incentives.
What limits apply to non-employee director awards under MGTE’s 2026 Plan?
Awards to any non-employee director are capped at $750,000 in aggregate grant-date value per fiscal year, increasing to $1,000,000 in the fiscal year of that director’s initial service. These limits are designed to constrain overall equity and cash compensation per director.
How long will Marblegate’s 2026 Equity Incentive Plan remain in effect?
No awards may be granted under the 2026 Plan after the 10th anniversary of its effective date. Incentive stock options specifically cannot be granted after the 10th anniversary of the board’s adoption, aligning the plan with typical long-term compensation horizons.