Key Highlights

• 489,710,776 shares, representing 68.66% of outstanding common stock, were cast at the June 26 special meeting.

• Shareholders endorsed the merger agreement and advisory compensation proposals.

• The adjournment proposal was not voted on after quorum and approval thresholds were met.

The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES) convened a special meeting of stockholders on June 26, 2026 to address three critical proposals linked to its planned combination with Horizon Parent, L.P. Shareholders were asked to vote on the merger itself, an advisory resolution on compensation arrangements, and a procedural motion to adjourn if needed.

Merger Approval

At the meeting, stockholders approved the merger agreement initially executed on March 1, 2026. The vote authorizes Horizon Merger Sub, Inc. To complete its merger with AES, though the transaction remains subject to standard closing conditions and regulatory reviews.

Advisory Compensation Vote

Shareholders also supported an advisory resolution regarding compensation arrangements tied to the transaction. While the vote does not legally bind the company, it reflects investor sentiment on the proposed financial terms for leadership.

Adjournment Motion

A separate proposal sought authority to adjourn the meeting to gather additional proxies if necessary. Since a quorum was achieved and the merger proposal passed, the adjournment motion was not put to a vote.

Shareholder Participation

The special meeting recorded participation from holders of 489,710,776 shares, or 68.66% of AES’s outstanding common stock with a par value of $0.01 per share as of the May 5 record date. This turnout met the quorum requirement and provided clear support for the merger.

Regulatory Timeline

The transaction still depends on securing all required regulatory clearances. Recent developments removed a key antitrust review hurdle, allowing the companies to focus on remaining closing conditions.

Forward-Looking Statements

In its June 26, 2026 press release, AES noted that the vote results were final but cautioned that forward-looking statements carry risks. The company highlighted that delays in obtaining necessary approvals could affect the transaction timeline and committed to keeping investors informed as the process advances.

 

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