Newell Brands (NWL) Proxy filing summary

Executive summary

• Annual meeting scheduled for May 7, 2026, at The Westin Atlanta Perimeter North, Atlanta, GA.

• Shareholders are invited to vote on key proposals, with online and in-person voting options available.

• Proxy materials and annual report are accessible online or by request before April 23, 2026.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Election of eight directors, with each nominee recommended by the board.

• Approval of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as independent auditor for fiscal year ending December 31, 2026.

• Advisory vote on named executive officer compensation (say-on-pay).

• Approval of the 2026 Incentive Plan.

• Provision to transact other business as may properly come before the meeting.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• Board recommends all director nominees for election.

• Director nominees include Bridget Ryan Berman, Patrick D. Campbell, James P. Keane, Gerardo I. Lopez, Christopher H. Peterson, Gary H. Pilnick, Stephanie P. Stahl, and Anthony Terry.