Form 8-K · Current Report · Filed 2026-05-22
Waters Corporation Re-elects Board Members and Approves Key Proposals at Annual Meeting
At the annual meeting of stockholders held on May 21, 2026, Waters Corporation re-elected all nominated directors to its Board, ratified the selection of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as the independent registered public accounting firm, and approved a non-binding advisory resolution on executive compensation.
- Filer
- Waters Corporation WAT · NYSE
- Filed
- Accession
- 0001193125-26-236929
- CIK
- 0001000697
- Signal
- Medium impactHealthcare
- Source
- Official filing on sec.gov ↗
Details
The re-election of directors received overwhelming support, with over 92% of votes cast in favor for each director. The ratification of the audit firm and the advisory vote on executive compensation also received significant support, with over 85% and 76% of votes cast in favor, respectively.
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$340.99
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-0.7%
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+10.7%
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$377.31
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Within 45 days of this filing, WAT insiders reported 4 Form 4 transactions — net selling of $154K.
About Waters Corporation
Waters Corporation is a leading entity in the field of analytical instruments and software. It primarily focuses on providing laboratory solutions for a variety of sectors, including pharmaceuticals, healthcare, food and beverage, and chemical analysis. The company's offerings include high-performance liquid chromatography, mass spectrometry systems, and various supporting technologies used for advanced research in life sciences. Waters Corporation is pivotal in enhancing laboratory productivity, offering cutting-edge research tools that assist in drug development, quality control, and environmental testing. Operating globally, it serves a wide array of clients, including academic institutions, government agencies, and private industry players. With its commitment to innovation and precision, Waters Corporation plays a crucial role in advancing scientific and technological progress in multiple critical industries worldwide.
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