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AGM/EGMNov 6, 2026, 06:51 AM

Diageo PLC: All Resolutions Passed at Annual General Meeting

AI Summary

Diageo plc announced that all resolutions presented at its Annual General Meeting held on November 5, 2026, were passed. Key approvals included the report and accounts, the declaration of a final dividend, the appointment and re-appointment of directors, and the re-appointment of the auditor. The company also received shareholder approval for various authorities, including the allotment of shares and disapplication of pre-emption rights, with high percentages of votes in favor for most resolutions.

Key Highlights

  • All resolutions at Diageo plc's Annual General Meeting on November 5, 2026, were passed.
  • Report and accounts 2026 approved with 99.18% FOR votes.
  • Declaration of final dividend approved with 99.91% FOR votes.
  • Appointment of Sir Dave Lewis as director approved with 99.43% FOR votes.
  • Re-appointment of Auditor approved with 95.78% FOR votes.
  • Authority to allot shares approved with 93.16% FOR votes.
  • Additional disapplication of pre-emption rights approved with 90.80% FOR votes.