IBM stockholders approved the 2026 Long-Term Performance Plan, elected 13 directors, ratified the auditor, and approved say-on-pay at the April 28, 2026 Annual Meeting, with by-laws amended to reflect reduced board size.
Key takeaways
IBM 2026 Long-Term Performance Plan approved by stockholders on April 28, 2026, authorizing equity awards for employees and officers.
By-laws amended effective April 28, 2026, to decrease Board size to 13 directors following Frederick H. Waddell's term end.
All 13 director nominees elected with strong support, ranging from 82.8% to 97.9% FOR votes.
Auditor ratification passed with 94.0% FOR; say-on-pay approved at 94.2% FOR.
Stockholder proposals on stock ownership guidelines, written consent, AI bias, and discrimination reports failed overwhelmingly.