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Spectrum Brands (NYSE: SPB) investors approve directors, KPMG and executive pay

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Spectrum Brands Holdings, Inc. reported the results of its 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders held on August 5, 2026. A total of 21,072,048 shares of common stock were present in person or by proxy, representing 91.63% of outstanding shares as of the June 12, 2026 record date.

Stockholders elected six directors for one-year terms, with approval percentages ranging from 95.97% to 99.70%. They also ratified KPMG LLP as independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, with 20,957,430 votes for and 99.46% approval. On an advisory basis, stockholders approved compensation of the named executive officers, receiving 18,972,911 votes for and 97.56% approval.

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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.
Shares represented at meeting 21,072,048 shares Common Stock present in person or by proxy at the 2026 Annual Meeting
Participation rate 91.63% Percentage of outstanding Common Stock represented as of June 12, 2026 record date
Auditor ratification votes for KPMG 20,957,430 votes Votes in favor of ratifying KPMG LLP for fiscal year ending September 30, 2026
Auditor ratification approval 99.46% Approval percentage for KPMG LLP as independent registered public accounting firm
Say-on-pay votes for 18,972,911 votes Votes in favor of advisory approval of named executive officer compensation
Say-on-pay approval 97.56% Approval percentage for advisory vote on executive compensation
Highest director approval 99.70% Approval percentage for director Leslie L. Campbell
Broker Non-Votes financial
"For, Against, Abstain, Broker Non-Votes, Approval Percentage"
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 financial
"ratified the appointment of KPMG 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.
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"stockholders approved, on an advisory basis, the compensation of the named executive officers"
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FAQ

What was the shareholder turnout at Spectrum Brands (SPB) 2026 Annual Meeting?
Turnout was high, with 21,072,048 shares of common stock represented, equal to 91.63% of outstanding shares as of June 12, 2026. This indicates broad stockholder participation in the 2026 Annual Meeting.

Which directors were elected at Spectrum Brands (SPB) 2026 Annual Meeting?
Stockholders elected Sherianne James, Leslie L. Campbell, Hugh R. Rovit, Gautam Patel, David M. Maura, and Terry L. Polistana to one-year terms. Each director received strong support, with approval percentages between 95.97% and 99.70%.

Did Spectrum Brands (SPB) stockholders ratify KPMG as auditor for 2026?
Yes. Stockholders ratified KPMG LLP as independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, with 20,957,430 votes for, 111,575 against, and a 99.46% approval rate.

How did Spectrum Brands (SPB) shareholders vote on executive compensation?
On an advisory basis, stockholders approved compensation of the named executive officers with 18,972,911 votes for, 406,009 against, 68,941 abstentions, and 1,624,187 broker non-votes, resulting in 97.56% approval.

What percentage of Spectrum Brands (SPB) shares supported director Leslie L. Campbell?
Director Leslie L. Campbell received 19,385,854 votes for, 58,714 against, and 3,293 abstentions, corresponding to a reported 99.70% approval percentage according to the company’s stated calculation methodology.

Were there broker non-votes at the Spectrum Brands (SPB) 2026 Annual Meeting?
Yes. For the director elections and the advisory vote on executive compensation, there were 1,624,187 broker non-votes reported, which are excluded from the company’s stated approval percentage calculations for those proposals.
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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): August 5, 2026
SPECTRUM BRANDS HOLDINGS, INC.
(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter)
Delaware001-4219
74-1339132
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)
3001 Deming Way
Middleton, Wisconsin 53562
(Address of principal executive offices)
(608) 275-3340
(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)
Not applicable
(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 Exchange Act:
Title of Each ClassTrading SymbolName of Exchange On Which Registered
Common Stock, $0.01 par valueSPBNew 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 (§232.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter). ☐
If an emerging growth company, indicate by checkmark 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.
Spectrum Brands Holdings, Inc. (the “Company”) held its 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders (the “Annual Meeting”) on August 5, 2026. A total of 21,072,048 shares of the Company’s common stock, par value $0.01 per share (the “Common Stock”), were present in person or represented by proxy at the Annual Meeting, representing 91.63% of the Company’s outstanding Common Stock as of June 12, 2026, the record date.
The Company is pleased to have had a significant percentage of its outstanding shares of Common Stock participate in the Annual Meeting and vote in favor of each proposal presented for consideration. The final results of the votes regarding each proposal are set forth below, including the approval percentage for each proposal calculated in accordance with the respective methodology described in the Company's proxy statement for the Annual Meeting:
Proposal 1. The Company’s stockholders elected each of the following persons as directors of the Company for a term of one year and until his or her successor is elected and qualified. The votes regarding this proposal were as follows:

Name

For

Against

Abstain
Broker Non-VotesApproval Percentage
Sherianne James18,029,389758,074660,3981,624,18795.97%
Leslie L. Campbell19,385,85458,7143,2931,624,18799.70%
Hugh R. Rovit 18,945,517493,2999,0451,624,18797.46%
Gautam Patel19,245,642198,5713,6481,624,18798.98%
David M. Maura19,025,749206,885215,2271,624,18798.92%
Terry L. Polistana18,774,714659,95713,1901,624,18796.60%

Proposal 2. The Company’s stockholders ratified the appointment of KPMG LLP as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026. The votes regarding this proposal were as follows:

For

Against

Abstain
Approval Percentage
20,957,430111,5753,04399.46%
Proposal 3. The Company’s stockholders approved, on an advisory basis, the compensation of the named executive officers of the Company. The votes regarding this proposal were as follows:

For

Against

Abstain
Broker Non-VotesApproval Percentage
18,972,911406,00968,9411,624,18797.56%
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Item 9.01  Financial Statements and Exhibits.
(a)  Not applicable.
(b)  Not applicable.
(c)  Not applicable.
(d)  Exhibits.
The following exhibits are being filed with this Current Report on Form 8-K.
Exhibit No.Description
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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: August 5, 2026
SPECTRUM BRANDS HOLDINGS, INC.
By:/s/ Ehsan Zargar
Name: Ehsan Zargar
Title: Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary
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