McDonald’s (MCD) Proxy Filing summary

Executive summary

• Annual shareholders' meeting scheduled for May 20, 2025, with virtual attendance and voting options available.

• Shareholders are encouraged to review proxy materials and vote in advance of the meeting.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Election of 11 directors to serve until the 2026 annual meeting, with board recommending all nominees.

• Advisory vote to approve executive compensation, recommended by the board.

• Advisory vote to ratify Ernst & Young LLP as independent auditor for 2025, recommended by the board.

• Advisory votes on reports related to advertising risks, climate transition plans, and DEI in executive compensation, with the board recommending against these proposals.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• Board recommends a slate of 11 director nominees, including both current and new members, for election.