Capital Southwest (CSWC) Proxy filing summary

Executive summary

• Annual Meeting scheduled for July 22, 2026, to be held virtually for shareholder participation.

• Shareholders are encouraged to review proxy materials and vote by July 21, 2026, for direct holdings or July 19, 2026, for plan shares.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Election of six directors to serve until the 2027 Annual Meeting or until successors are qualified.

• Advisory vote on executive compensation and on the frequency of such votes, with a recommendation for annual frequency.

• Proposal to amend the Articles of Incorporation to increase authorized common stock.

• Ratification of RSM US LLP as independent auditor for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2027.

• Approval to adjourn the meeting if more time is needed to solicit votes for the Charter Amendment.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• Six nominees listed for election to the board, including Christine S. Battist, David R. Brooks, Jack D. Furst, Ramona Rogers-Windsor, Michael S. Sarner, and William R. Thomas.