Independent
Tenure on this board
0.9 yrs
Also a director at
Illinois Tool Works Inc (ITW)Cdw Corp (CDW)Booking Holdings Inc (BKNG)
Meeting calendar
T · Annual meeting · Thursday, May 14, 2026
At&T Inc
10 nominees · 8 ballot items.
Election of Directors; Ratification of Ernst & Young LLP as auditors; Advisory approval of executive compensation; Approve amendment to Restated Certificate to provide officer exculpation; Approve 2026 Incentive Plan; Approve Stock Purchase and Deferral Plan; Stockholder proposal on shareholder right to act by written consent; Stockholder proposal to disclose EEO‑1 Report.
Market cap
$148.9B
1Y TSR
-18.1%
Board grade
C+
Record date
Mar 16, 2026
Filing
DEF 14A
Meeting concluded · May 14, 2026
Follow how the vote landed and what changed on At&T Inc’s board — director track records, governance grades, and ongoing monitoring — on the Boardroom Alpha platform.
Proposals
On the ballot8
- 1
Election of Directors
ManagementBoard: FORElection of ten nominated directors to serve one‑year terms.
- 2
Ratification of Ernst & Young LLP as independent auditors
ManagementBoard: FORRatify appointment of Ernst & Young LLP as independent auditors for 2026.
- 3
Advisory approval of executive compensation
ManagementBoard: FORNon‑binding advisory vote to approve the compensation of AT&T’s executive officers as disclosed in the proxy.
- 4
Approve amendment to Restated Certificate of Incorporation to provide for officer exculpation
ManagementBoard: FORApprove amendment to certificate to add officer exculpation to the extent permitted by Delaware law.
- 5
Approve 2026 Incentive Plan
ManagementBoard: FORApprove new 2026 Incentive Plan to replace 2018 plan, authorizing up to 130 million shares for equity and cash awards.
- 6
Approve Stock Purchase and Deferral Plan
ManagementBoard: FORApprove amended and restated SPDP to increase share reserve, modify matching, eliminate options, and make administrative changes.
- 7
Shareholder Right to Act by Written Consent
Shareholder — John CheveddenBoard: AGAINSTStockholder proposal by John Chevedden to allow shareholders to act by written consent with the minimum number of votes necessary to authorize action at a meeting, with no unnecessary ownership or holding-period restrictions.
- 8
EEO-1 Report Disclosure Policy
Shareholder — Comptroller of the City of New YorkBoard: AGAINSTComptroller of the City of New York requests AT&T adopt a policy to publicly disclose its consolidated EEO‑1 Report annually on its website and in proxy materials.
Director elections
Nominees on the ballot10
Independent
Tenure on this board
12.8 yrs
Also a director at
Ford Motor Co (F)
Independent
Tenure on this board
11.7 yrs
Also a director at
Metlife Inc (MET)Ford Motor Co (F)
Independent
Tenure on this board
15.8 yrs
Also a director at
Fluor Corp (FLR)
Independent
Tenure on this board
6.7 yrs
Independent
Tenure on this board
13.1 yrs
Also a director at
Plains All American Pipeline LP (PAA)Plains Gp Holdings LP (PAGP)
Independent
Tenure on this board
2.4 yrs
Also a director at
Walmart Inc (WMT)Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc (HLT)Starbucks Corp (SBUX)
Independent
Tenure on this board
5.1 yrs
Also a director at
Electronic Arts Inc (EA)Tanger Inc (SKT)
Independent
Tenure on this board
13.4 yrs
Also a director at
Zoetis Inc (ZTS)
Not independent
Tenure on this board
6.1 yrs
Ownership
Latest 13F quarterTop institutional holders10
| # | Owner | % of shares | Shares | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | VANGUARD CAPITAL MANAGEMENT LLC | 6.5% | 454,765,528 | $13.2B |
| 2 | STATE STREET CORP | 4.5% | 315,804,934 | $9.2B |
| 3 | BlackRock, Inc. | 3.1% | 215,608,835 | $6.3B |
| 4 | Newport Trust Company, LLC | 2.6% | 179,474,938 | $5.2B |
| 5 | GEODE CAPITAL MANAGEMENT, LLC | 2.2% | 152,313,032 | $4.4B |
| 6 | BlackRock, Inc. | 2.1% | 147,594,574 | $4.3B |
| 7 | VANGUARD PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT LLC | 1.9% | 133,554,764 | $3.9B |
| 8 | Capital World Investors | 1.6% | 109,243,734 | $3.2B |
| 9 | GQG Partners LLC | 1.2% | 81,353,084 | $2.4B |
| 10 | BANK OF AMERICA CORP /DE/ | 1.0% | 68,949,845 | $2.0B |
Peers
Nearest market capOther Communication Services sector meetings6
Upcoming shareholder meetings at At&T Inc’s closest sector peers — compare boards, ballots, and ownership across the cohort.
People IncPPLI
Annual meeting·Jul 16, 2026·$3.4B
Anterix IncATEX
Annual meeting·Aug 4, 2026·$2.1B
Fubotv IncFUBO
Annual meeting·Jul 28, 2026·$1.1B
Reservoir Media IncRSVR
Annual meeting·Aug 6, 2026·$672M
Boston Omaha CorpBOC
Annual meeting·Aug 21, 2026·$430M
Walt Disney CoDIS
Annual meeting·Mar 18, 2026·$168.7B
Reference
Frequently asked questions
- When is the At&T Inc 2026 annual meeting?
- At&T Inc (T) holds its 2026 annual shareholder meeting on Thursday, May 14, 2026.
- What is the record date for the At&T Inc 2026 meeting?
- The record date for the At&T Inc 2026 meeting is Monday, March 16, 2026. Shareholders of record on or before that date are eligible to vote.
- Who are the director nominees for At&T Inc's 2026 meeting?
- The board is presenting 10 director nominees at the At&T Inc 2026 meeting, listed with their independence status and background.
- What proposals will shareholders vote on at the At&T Inc 2026 meeting?
- Shareholders will vote on 8 proposals at the At&T Inc 2026 meeting, each tagged with who proposed it and the board's recommendation.
Disclaimer
The opinions and information contained herein have been obtained or derived from sources believed to be reliable, but Boardroom Alpha cannot guarantee its accuracy and completeness, and that of the opinions based thereon.
This report contains opinions and is provided for informational purposes only – it does not constitute investment, legal or tax advice. You should not rely solely upon the research herein for purposes of transacting securities or other investments, and you are encouraged to conduct your own research and due diligence, and to seek the advice of a qualified securities professional before you make any investment.
None of the information contained in this report constitutes, or is intended to constitute a recommendation by Boardroom Alpha of any particular security or trading strategy or a determination by Boardroom Alpha that any security or trading strategy is suitable for any specific person. To the extent any of the information contained herein may be deemed to be investment advice, such information is impersonal and not tailored to the investment needs of any specific person.
No representation or warranty, expressed or implied, is made on behalf of Boardroom Alpha as to the accuracy or completeness of the information contained herein. Boardroom Alpha does not accept any liability for any direct, indirect or consequential loss or damage suffered by any person as a result of relying on all or any part of this research and any liability is expressly disclaimed.