Ross Stores (ROST) AGM 2026 summary
Event summary combining transcript, slides, and related documents.
AGM 2026 summary
22 May, 2026Opening remarks and agenda
Meeting called to order by the chairperson, with notice sent to stockholders on April 7, 2026.
Agenda included election of directors and three additional proposals as described in the proxy statement.
Inspector of Elections appointed to oversee voting.
Overview of voting outcomes
Quorum established with over 285 million shares represented out of 322 million outstanding.
Nine incumbent directors elected for one-year terms ending in 2027.
2026 Equity Incentive Plan approved.
Executive Compensation Program approved via advisory vote.
Deloitte & Touche LLP ratified as independent auditor for fiscal year ending January 30, 2027.
Final voting results to be filed with the SEC within four business days.
Q&A with stakeholders
Opportunity provided for shareholders to submit questions via the virtual portal.
No questions were submitted during the Q&A session.
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