World Acceptance Corp

1. 1

   Election of Directors

   ManagementBoard: FOR

   Elect six directors to hold office until the next annual meeting and until their successors are elected and qualified.

2. 2

   Approval, on an advisory (non-binding) basis, of the compensation of our Named Executive Officers (Say-on-Pay

   ManagementBoard: FOR

   Advisory vote to approve the compensation of the company's named executive officers as disclosed in the proxy statement.

   More detail

   This advisory proposal asks shareholders to approve, on a non-binding basis, the compensation of the company's named executive officers as disclosed in the proxy materials. Management is seeking shareholder approval to demonstrate shareholder support for its executive pay philosophy, which emphasizes alignment of executive incentives with long-term shareholder value through a mix of base salary and equity-based awards tied to EPS performance. The board recommends a FOR vote, noting strong prior shareholder support and that the Compensation Committee believes pay practices do not encourage excessive risk-taking; it further describes employment agreements, change-in-control severance protections, and equity awards. The non-binding nature means the company will consider shareholder feedback but is not legally required to implement any changes. The context includes recent leadership transitions (CEO resignation, interim CEO, designation of a principal executive officer) and substantial equity grants and severance arrangements; these issues may influence investor views on pay-for-performance alignment and governance. Shareholders should weigh the company's compensation metrics (EPS-focused performance awards and significant equity grants) against realized pay outcomes and recent corporate events when evaluating the merits of the say-on-pay vote.

3. 3

   Ratification of Appointment of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

   ManagementBoard: FOR

   Ratify RSM US LLP as the company's independent registered public accounting firm for fiscal year ending March 31, 2027.

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When is the World Acceptance Corp 2026 annual meeting?

World Acceptance Corp (WRLD) holds its 2026 annual shareholder meeting on Wednesday, August 19, 2026.

What is the record date for the World Acceptance Corp 2026 meeting?

The record date for the World Acceptance Corp 2026 meeting is Wednesday, July 8, 2026. Shareholders of record on or before that date are eligible to vote.

Who are the director nominees for World Acceptance Corp's 2026 meeting?

The board is presenting 6 director nominees at the World Acceptance Corp 2026 meeting, listed with their independence status and background.

What proposals will shareholders vote on at the World Acceptance Corp 2026 meeting?

Shareholders will vote on 3 proposals at the World Acceptance Corp 2026 meeting, each tagged with who proposed it and the board's recommendation.