The second proposal was an advisory vote on the compensation of the company's named executive officers, which also received overwhelming approval with 44,750,029 votes in favor, 615,613 against, and 169,484 abstentions. This reflects the stockholders' confidence in the company's leadership and their compensation strategies.
Lastly, the stockholders ratified the appointment of Deloitte & Touche LLP as the independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026. This proposal was routine and did not encounter any broker non-votes, indicating a smooth approval process. The results of the meeting highlight the strong governance practices at Cabot Corporation and the alignment between the management and the stockholders' interests.