Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. Announces Results of 2026 Annual General Meeting of Shareholders

Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. (NYSE: FDP) held its virtual Annual General Meeting of Shareholders (“Annual Meeting”) on June 4, 2026. The meeting was highly attended, with approximately 94% of issued and outstanding Ordinary Shares (44,776,276 shares as of the April 13, 2026 record date) represented virtually or by proxy.

Key Highlights and Shareholder Resolutions

• Election of Directors:
  • Shareholders approved the election of two director nominees for a three-year term, expiring at the 2029 Annual General Meeting.
    
    Voting results for directors:
    • Michael J. Berthelot: 33,949,696 votes for, 9,251,545 against, 10,954 abstained, 1,564,081 broker non-votes
    • LEEVY: 36,934,077 votes for, 6,267,439 against, 10,680 abstained, 1,564,081 broker non-votes
• Ratification of Independent Auditor:
  • Shareholders ratified the appointment of Ernst & Young LLP as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm for the 2026 fiscal year.
    
    Voting results: 43,705,679 for, 1,057,380 against, 13,217 abstained
• Advisory Vote on Executive Compensation (“Say-on-Pay”):
  • Shareholders approved, on a non-binding, advisory basis, the compensation of the Company’s named executive officers for 2025.
    
    Voting results: 41,601,422 for, 1,580,590 against, 30,183 abstained, 1,564,081 broker non-votes
• Advisory Vote Approving the Third Amended and Restated Memorandum and Articles of Association:
  • Shareholders approved, on a non-binding, advisory basis, the Third Amended and Restated Memorandum and Articles of Association.
    
    Voting results: 44,684,417 for, 17,806 against, 74,054 abstained, no broker non-votes

Investor-Relevant Insights

• Strong Shareholder Participation: The 94% turnout reflects strong engagement and confidence in management.
• Board Stability and Continuity: The re-election of directors for three-year terms suggests ongoing stability in the Company’s governance, which is generally viewed favorably by investors.
• Independent Auditor Ratification: The overwhelming support for Ernst & Young LLP’s appointment signals continued trust in the integrity of the Company’s financial reporting and audit processes.
• Executive Compensation Support: The approval of executive compensation (Say-on-Pay) indicates that shareholders are satisfied with management’s performance and pay alignment.
• Governance Updates: Approval of the Third Amended and Restated Memorandum and Articles of Association may impact future governance, though the advisory (non-binding) nature means direct effects may be limited unless followed by concrete changes.

Potential Price-Sensitive Developments

• No Significant Surprises or Contest: All proposals received strong support, and there were no contentious items or unexpected board changes. This stability is unlikely to substantially move the share price in the short term.
• Continued Alignment with Shareholder Interests: The high approval rates across all items reflect good alignment between the board, management, and shareholders, which generally supports investor confidence.

Conclusion

The Annual Meeting resulted in the approval of all management proposals with strong shareholder support. There were no surprises or controversial outcomes. Investors can expect continued stability in governance and strategic direction, and there are no immediate changes expected that would be likely to materially impact the share price.

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