Analysis of 2026 proxy voting trends, governance reforms, shareholder activism and Vote No campaigns across the US, UK and Japan.

From remuneration revolts and failed redomestication votes to Japan’s peak proxy season, shareholders are using the AGM season to test boards on pay, governance rights, climate risk and strategic accountability.

From activist campaigns in the UK to boardroom battles in the US, this week’s proxy results show how concentrated ownership and shareholder pressure are continuing to shape AGM outcomes.

Several major shareholder resolutions are set to be held in the coming weeks, including numerous Canadian banks voting on remuneration requests.