World Acceptance (WRLD) Proxy Filing summary

Executive summary

• The annual meeting is scheduled for August 20, 2025, with shareholders voting on key proposals including director elections, executive compensation, a new stock incentive plan, and auditor ratification.

• The company reported strong financial results for fiscal 2025, including increased net income, significant capital return to shareholders, and effective cost control.

• Shareholders of record as of July 9, 2025, are eligible to vote, with each share entitled to one vote per proposal.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Proposals include electing seven directors, approving executive compensation (say-on-pay), adopting the 2025 Stock Incentive Plan, and ratifying RSM US LLP as auditor.

• The board recommends voting FOR all proposals.

• Shareholder proposals and nominations for the 2026 meeting must comply with advance notice and SEC rules.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• The board consists of seven nominees, with a majority being independent as per NASDAQ standards.

• Committees include Audit and Compliance, Compensation and Stock Option, and Nominating and Corporate Governance, all composed of independent directors.

• The board has a diversity policy and annual performance assessments, and separates the roles of CEO and Chairman.

• Directors are expected to attend at least 75% of meetings and the annual meeting.