Apple Inc. has revealed the schedule for its forthcoming annual shareholders meeting, which is set to take place virtually on February 24, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. PT. Shareholders on record as of January 2, 2026, will have the chance to attend the meeting, cast their votes, and raise questions.
A significant agenda item for the meeting will be the re-election of members of Apple’s board of directors. Traditionally, Apple has a policy indicating that board members are ineligible for re-election upon reaching the age of 75. However, this year, two board members, Ron Sugar (77) and Art Levinson (75), have exceeded this age threshold. In its proxy filing, Apple stated it would make an exception for both members, noting their valuable experience, expertise, and contributions to the board as justifications for their re-election.
The board underscored the significance of stability in leadership, particularly in light of ongoing conjecture surrounding CEO Tim Cook’s possible retirement. It is anticipated that Cook may shift to the chairman position once he retires, making Levinson’s ongoing chairmanship vital during this transition.
Besides the board elections, shareholders will also be invited to vote on various other proposals, including:
– Ratification of Ernst & Young LLP as Apple’s independent accounting firm.
– An advisory vote on executive compensation approval.
– Endorsement of a non-employee director stock plan.
Apple is also encouraging shareholders to vote against a proposition for a “China Entanglement Audit.” The company maintains that the requested report is unnecessary, as it already delivers comprehensive information regarding its international operations. Moreover, Apple argues that the proposal is excessively prescriptive and could impede its ability to effectively manage its business operations and strategies.
For additional information, shareholders can consult Apple’s comprehensive “Notice of 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders and Proxy Statement.”
