Value Line (VALU) Proxy Filing summary

Executive summary

• Annual Meeting scheduled for October 8, 2024, to be held virtually, with shareholders voting primarily on the election of directors.

• Shareholders of record as of August 13, 2024, are eligible to vote; 9,418,074 shares outstanding, each with one vote.

• Proxy materials are available online, and shareholders are encouraged to vote by proxy in advance.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Main agenda item is the election of six directors; no other specific proposals are listed.

• Shareholder proposals for the 2025 meeting must be submitted by May 1, 2025, following detailed procedural requirements.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• Board consists of six members, with a mix of executive and independent directors; three are independent under NASDAQ rules.

• Board combines CEO and Chairman roles, with key committees (Audit and Compensation) comprised entirely of independent directors.

• Directors attended 100% of meetings in fiscal 2024; board diversity includes one female and five male directors.

• No standing nominating committee; full board handles nominations, considering recommendations from shareholders and directors.