CompX International (CIX) Proxy filing summary

Executive summary

• The 2026 annual meeting is scheduled for May 20, 2026, with voting on director elections and executive compensation proposals.

• NL holds 87.3% of outstanding shares and intends to vote in favor of all board proposals, ensuring quorum and passage.

• Proxy materials include the annual report and proxy statement, available online and by mail.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Shareholders will vote to elect eight directors and on a nonbinding advisory resolution to approve named executive officer compensation (Say-on-Pay).

• The board recommends voting FOR all director nominees and FOR the Say-on-Pay proposal.

• Shareholders may submit proposals for the 2027 meeting by December 15, 2026, following SEC and bylaw requirements.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• The board consists of eight members, with a mix of independent and affiliated directors.

• Two standing committees: Audit Committee and Management Development and Compensation Committee.

• Five directors are independent per NYSE American standards; the company is a controlled company and does not have an independent nominations committee.

• The board held four meetings and one written consent in 2025; all directors attended their respective meetings.

• Corporate governance documents, including the code of ethics and committee charters, are available online.