PDF Solutions investors back all 2026 meeting proposals
PDF Solutions, Inc. held its 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders on June 16, 2026.
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Form Type
8-K
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
PDF Solutions, Inc. held its 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders on June 16, 2026. Stockholders elected Class I directors Joseph R. Bronson and Ye Jane Li, each receiving over 29 million votes in favor, with additional broker non-votes recorded.
Stockholders also ratified BPM LLP as the independent registered public accounting firm for the year ending December 31, 2026. They approved the Eleventh Amended and Restated 2011 Stock Incentive Plan and the Third Amended and Restated 2021 Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and gave non-binding advisory approval of 2025 compensation for Named Executive Officers.
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
Votes for Bronson: 29,243,333 votes
Votes for Li: 29,883,557 votes
Auditor ratification for votes: 34,772,285 votes
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Votes for Bronson
29,243,333 votes
Election of Class I director Joseph R. Bronson
Votes for Li
29,883,557 votes
Election of Class I director Ye Jane Li
Auditor ratification for votes
34,772,285 votes
Ratification of BPM LLP as auditor for year ending December 31, 2026
Stock Incentive Plan for votes
26,149,277 votes
Approval of Eleventh Amended and Restated 2011 Stock Incentive Plan
ESPP for votes
31,015,479 votes
Approval of Third Amended and Restated 2021 Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Say-on-pay for votes
30,987,384 votes
Non-binding advisory approval of 2025 NEO compensation
Key Terms
broker non-votes, non-binding advisory vote, Stock Incentive Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, +1 more
5 terms
broker non-votes financial
"FOR | AGAINST | ABSTAIN | BROKER NON-VOTES 26,149,277 | 4,875,477 | 115,337 | 3,985,997"
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.
non-binding advisory vote financial
"Approval, by non-binding advisory vote, of the 2025 compensation awarded to Named Executive Officers"
A non-binding advisory vote is a shareholder vote that expresses investors’ opinion on a proposal (such as executive pay, corporate policy, or governance practices) but does not legally force the company to act. Think of it like a customer survey: it signals whether owners approve or disapprove and can pressure boards and managers to change course, so investors watch the result as an indicator of governance risk and potential future shifts in company strategy or leadership.
Stock Incentive Plan financial
"Approval of the Company’s Eleventh Amended and Restated 2011 Stock Incentive Plan"
A stock incentive plan is a company program that gives employees or directors pieces of ownership or the right to buy shares over time, similar to receiving a bonus paid in company stock instead of cash. Investors pay attention because these plans align staff incentives with long‑term company performance but can also dilute existing shareholders and affect reported profits when grants are expensed, so they influence both ownership percentages and financial results.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan financial
"Approval of the Company's Third Amended and Restated 2021 Employee Stock Purchase Plan"
An employee stock purchase plan is a company program that lets workers buy shares through small payroll deductions, often at a discount to the market price and after a set offering period. Think of it like a workplace savings plan that turns into ownership: it encourages employees to share in the company’s success and can create predictable buying or selling of stock that investors watch because it affects supply, demand and employee incentives.
Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm financial
"Ratification of the appointment of BPM LLP as the 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.
FAQ
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What did PDFS stockholders decide at the 2026 annual meeting?
PDF Solutions, Inc. stockholders approved all proposals at the 2026 annual meeting. They elected two Class I directors, ratified BPM LLP as auditor for 2026, approved updated equity and employee stock purchase plans, and supported 2025 executive compensation in a non-binding advisory vote.
Which directors were elected at the PDFS 2026 annual meeting?
Stockholders elected Joseph R. Bronson and Ye Jane Li as Class I directors of PDF Solutions, Inc. Bronson received 29,243,333 votes for, and Li received 29,883,557 votes for, with relatively small numbers of votes against or abstaining and broker non-votes reported.
Did PDF Solutions (PDFS) ratify its independent auditor for 2026?
Yes, PDF Solutions, Inc. stockholders ratified BPM LLP as the independent registered public accounting firm for the year ending December 31, 2026. The ratification received 34,772,285 votes for, 235,698 votes against, and 118,105 abstentions at the annual meeting.
What equity compensation plans did PDFS stockholders approve?
Stockholders approved the Eleventh Amended and Restated 2011 Stock Incentive Plan and the Third Amended and Restated 2021 Employee Stock Purchase Plan. The stock incentive plan drew 26,149,277 votes for, while the employee stock purchase plan received 31,015,479 votes for, plus broker non-votes on each proposal.
How did PDFS investors vote on 2025 executive compensation?
PDF Solutions, Inc. investors approved 2025 compensation for Named Executive Officers in a non-binding advisory vote. The proposal received 30,987,384 votes for, 102,523 votes against, and 50,184 abstentions, along with 3,985,997 broker non-votes recorded in the voting results.
Were there significant broker non-votes in the PDFS meeting results?
Yes, several proposals showed 3,985,997 broker non-votes in the PDF Solutions, Inc. meeting results. Broker non-votes appeared on director elections, the stock incentive plan, the employee stock purchase plan, and the advisory vote on executive compensation, reflecting shares not voted on these specific matters.
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