Valley National Bancorp (VLY) Proxy filing summary

Executive summary

• Annual Meeting scheduled for May 18, 2026, to be held virtually for shareholder participation.

• Shareholders are encouraged to review proxy materials and vote on key proposals by May 17, 2026.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Election of 11 directors is on the agenda, with all nominees recommended by the board.

• Advisory, non-binding vote on executive compensation for named executive officers.

• Ratification of KPMG LLP as the independent registered public accounting firm for fiscal year ending December 31, 2026.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• Eleven director nominees are listed for election, including Eyal Efrat, Peter V. Maio, and others.

• Board recommends voting in favor of all director nominees.