World Acceptance Corp (WRLD) investors reelect board, approve pay

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

WORLD ACCEPTANCE CORP (WRLD) reported results of its Annual Meeting of Shareholders held on August 19, 2026. Of 4,660,413 shares outstanding and entitled to vote, 4,057,996 were represented, establishing a quorum.

Shareholders elected six directors — Ken R. Bramlett, Jr., Scott J. Vassalluzzo, Charles D. Way, Darrell E. Whitaker, Elizabeth R. Neuhoff, and Benjamin E. Robinson III — each receiving more votes cast for than withheld. Shareholders also approved, on an advisory (non-binding) basis, the executive compensation program, with 2,947,606 votes for and 708,462 against. In addition, shareholders ratified the appointment of RSM US LLP as independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2027, with 4,052,458 votes for and a minimal number against or abstaining.

8-K Event Classification

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

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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.

Key Figures

Shares outstanding entitled to vote: 4,660,413 shares Shares represented at meeting: 4,057,996 shares Say-on-pay votes for: 2,947,606 votes +4 more

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Shares outstanding entitled to vote 4,660,413 shares Outstanding and entitled to vote at the Annual Meeting

Shares represented at meeting 4,057,996 shares Shares present in person or by proxy, constituting a quorum

Say-on-pay votes for 2,947,606 votes Advisory approval of executive compensation

Say-on-pay votes against 708,462 votes Advisory vote on executive compensation

Auditor ratification votes for 4,052,458 votes Ratification of RSM US LLP for year ending March 31, 2027

Director votes for (Benjamin E. Robinson III) 3,653,187 votes Election as director; votes cast for

Broker non-votes (director elections) 379,011 votes Broker non-votes recorded on each director election proposal

Key Terms

Broker Non-Votes, advisory (non-biding) basis, independent registered public accounting firm, quorum

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Broker Non-Votes financial

"Votes Cast For | Votes 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.

advisory (non-biding) basis financial

"Approved, on an advisory (non-biding) basis, the executive compensation"

independent registered public accounting firm financial

"Ratified the appointment of RSM US 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.

quorum regulatory

"4,057,996 shares were represented at the Annual Meeting, which constituted a quorum"

A quorum is the minimum number of members needed to officially hold a meeting or make decisions. It ensures that decisions are made with enough participation to represent the group’s interests, much like a majority must be present for a vote to be valid. For investors, understanding quorum is important because it affects when and how important company or organization decisions can be legally made.

FAQ

What was the shareholder turnout at WORLD ACCEPTANCE CORP (WRLD)'s 2026 annual meeting?

Shareholder turnout was strong, with 4,057,996 shares represented out of 4,660,413 outstanding and entitled to vote. This level of participation established a quorum for conducting business at the annual meeting.

Were all director nominees elected at WRLD's August 19, 2026 annual meeting?

Yes, all six director nominees were elected, each receiving more votes cast for than withheld. For example, Benjamin E. Robinson III received 3,653,187 votes for and 25,798 votes withheld, with 379,011 broker non-votes.

How did shareholders of WRLD vote on executive compensation in 2026?

Shareholders approved executive compensation on an advisory basis, with 2,947,606 votes for, 708,462 against, and 22,917 abstentions. There were also 379,011 broker non-votes recorded on this advisory compensation proposal.

Which auditing firm did WRLD shareholders ratify for the year ending March 31, 2027?

Shareholders ratified RSM US LLP as the independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2027. The ratification received 4,052,458 votes for, 1,375 against, and 4,163 abstentions, with no broker non-votes.

How many WRLD shares were outstanding and entitled to vote at the 2026 annual meeting?

There were 4,660,413 shares of WORLD ACCEPTANCE CORP outstanding and entitled to vote at the annual meeting. Of these, 4,057,996 shares were present in person or by proxy, satisfying quorum requirements.

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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 (Date of earliest event reported): August 19, 2026

Commission File Number:  000-19599

WORLD ACCEPTANCE CORPORATION

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter.)

South Carolina						57-0425114
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)						(I.R.S. Employer Identification Number)

104 South Main Street, Suite 400
Greenville,			South Carolina			29601
(Address of principal executive offices)
(Zip Code)

(864)			298-9800
(registrant's telephone number, including area code)

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class			Trading Symbol			Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, no par value			WRLD			The NASDAQ Stock Market LLC
						(NASDAQ Global Select Market)

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 (see General Instruction A.2. below):

☐           Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

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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.

World Acceptance Corporation (the "Company") held its Annual Meeting of Shareholders (the "Annual Meeting") on August 19, 2026. Of the 4,660,413 shares outstanding and entitled to vote, 4,057,996 shares were represented at the Annual Meeting, which constituted a quorum. At the Annual Meeting, the Company's shareholders voted on the matters disclosed in the Company's Definitive Proxy Statement on Schedule 14A filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on July 22, 2026 (the "Proxy Statement"). The final voting results for each matter submitted to a vote of shareholders at the Annual Meeting are as follows:

Proposal 1 — Election of Directors

Elected the following six individuals to serve as members of the Company's Board of Directors until the next Annual Meeting of Shareholders and until their respective successors have been duly elected and qualified, or until their earlier death, resignation or removal:

						Votes Cast For						Votes Withheld						Broker Non-Votes
Ken R. Bramlett, Jr.						3,466,283						212,702						379,011
Scott J. Vassalluzzo						3,301,501						377,484						379,011
Charles D. Way						3,488,031						190,954						379,011
Darrell E. Whitaker						3,514,408						164,577						379,011
Elizabeth R. Neuhoff						3,642,549						36,436						379,011
Benjamin E. Robinson III						3,653,187						25,798						379,011

Proposal 2 — Advisory Vote on Executive Compensation

Approved, on an advisory (non-biding) basis, the executive compensation of the Company's named executive officers, as described in the Proxy Statement:

For						Against						Abstain						Broker Non-Votes
2,947,606						708,462						22,917						379,011

Proposal 3 — Ratification of Appointment of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

Ratified the appointment of RSM US LLP as the Company's independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2027:

For						Against						Abstain						Broker Non-Votes
4,052,458						1,375						4,163						—

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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.

			WORLD ACCEPTANCE CORPORATION
						By:   /s/ J. Tobin Turner
						J. Tobin Turner
						Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer
						Date:			August 19, 2026

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