HSBC Holdings plc announced poll results from its 2026 AGM held on 8 May 2026, with all ordinary and special resolutions passing except shareholder-requisitioned resolutions 16 and 17.
Key takeaways
All resolutions 1-15 passed, including director elections, auditor re-appointment, and share issuance authorities.
Resolutions 16 and 17 (Midland Clawback Campaigns) failed with over 95% votes against.
Director elections showed strong support (91-99% for/against), with lowest for James Forese (91.94%) and Brendan Nelson (92.26%).
54.8-54.9% of issued share capital voted at AGM.
Changes to Board and Committee composition took effect post-AGM as announced on 6 May 2026.
Total issued ordinary shares: 17,183,563,842 as at 7 May 2026; no treasury shares.