WisdomTree holders back board, pay and auditor
WisdomTree, Inc. reported the final voting results from its 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders.
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Form Type
8-K
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
WisdomTree, Inc. reported the final voting results from its 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders. Shareholders re‑elected nine directors, each receiving roughly 97%–100% support, with Frank Salerno and Jonathan Steinberg each backed by more than 99.8% of votes cast, excluding broker non‑votes.
On the April 23, 2026 record date, 152,437,434 common shares were outstanding, and 132,636,451 votes were represented at the meeting, equal to 87.01% of voting power, establishing a quorum. Stockholders also ratified Ernst & Young LLP as independent auditor for 2026 and approved the advisory vote on executive compensation with over 98% support.
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
Shares outstanding on record date: 152,437,434 shares
Votes represented at meeting: 132,636,451 votes
Voting power represented: 87.01%
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7 metrics
Shares outstanding on record date
152,437,434 shares
Common stock outstanding as of April 23, 2026 record date
Votes represented at meeting
132,636,451 votes
Votes present in person or by proxy; 2026 annual meeting
Voting power represented
87.01%
Percentage of voting power present at 2026 annual meeting
Support for auditor ratification
131,594,426 votes for (99.24%)
Ratification of Ernst & Young LLP for fiscal year ending December 31, 2026
Support for say-on-pay
123,515,009 votes for (98.66%)
Advisory vote on compensation of named executive officers
Votes for director Frank Salerno
125,170,548 votes for (99.95%)
Election as director until 2027 annual meeting
Votes for director Jonathan Steinberg
125,014,052 votes for (99.83%)
Election as director until 2027 annual meeting
Key Terms
quorum, broker non-votes, independent registered public accounting firm, advisory resolution, +1 more
5 terms
quorum financial
"representing an aggregate of 132,636,451 votes, or 87.01% of the voting power entitled to vote at the 2026 Annual Meeting as of the Record Date, constituting 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.
broker non-votes financial
"53,436 | | 23,930 | | 7,388,537 |"
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
"ratify the appointment of Ernst & Young LLP as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal 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.
advisory resolution financial
"The Company’s stockholders approved an advisory resolution on the compensation of the Company’s named executive officers."
An advisory resolution is a non-binding vote by shareholders that expresses their opinion on a specific corporate matter, such as executive pay or a governance policy. It matters to investors because, like a public survey, it signals shareholder sentiment to the board and management; even though it does not force action, a strong vote for or against can prompt changes, affect company reputation, and influence future decisions that impact shareholder value.
record date financial
"On April 23, 2026, the record date for the 2026 Annual Meeting (the “Record Date”), there were 152,437,434 shares of common stock outstanding."
The record date is the specific day when a company determines which shareholders are eligible to receive a dividend or participate in an upcoming vote. It’s like a cutoff date; if you own the stock on that day, you get the benefits or voting rights. This date matters because it decides who qualifies for certain company benefits.
FAQ
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What level of support did WisdomTree (WT) directors receive in the 2026 election?
Each director nominee received high support, generally from about 97% to nearly 100% of votes cast. For example, Frank Salerno received 125,170,548 votes for, or 99.95%, while Jonathan Steinberg received 125,014,052 votes for, or 99.83%, excluding broker non‑votes.
Was Ernst & Young LLP ratified as WisdomTree (WT) auditor for 2026?
Yes, shareholders ratified Ernst & Young LLP as the independent registered public accounting firm for 2026. The proposal received 131,594,426 votes for, or 99.24%, with 996,752 votes against and 45,273 abstentions, and no broker non‑votes recorded on this item.
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