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Acushnet (NYSE: GOLF) investors approve directors, say-on-pay and PwC for 2026

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Acushnet Holdings Corp. reported the results of its 2026 annual meeting of stockholders held on June 8, 2026. Stockholders elected all eight director nominees, each receiving more votes for than withheld, with support levels generally in the tens of millions of shares.

Stockholders also approved, in a non-binding advisory vote, executive compensation for fiscal year 2025, with 54,837,719 votes for, 180,940 against and 248,468 abstentions, alongside 1,644,550 broker non-votes. In addition, they ratified the appointment of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026.

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Item 5.07 Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders Governance
Results of a shareholder vote on proposals at an annual or special meeting.
Say-on-pay votes for 54,837,719 votes Non-binding advisory vote on 2025 executive compensation
Say-on-pay votes against 180,940 votes Non-binding advisory vote on 2025 executive compensation
Say-on-pay abstentions 248,468 votes Non-binding advisory vote on 2025 executive compensation
Broker non-votes on say-on-pay 1,644,550 votes Non-binding advisory vote on 2025 executive compensation
Auditor ratification votes for 56,349,519 votes Ratification of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP for 2026
Auditor ratification votes against 525,358 votes Ratification of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP for 2026
Auditor ratification abstentions 36,800 votes Ratification of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP for 2026
Example director vote 55,023,597 for / 243,530 withheld Election of director Leanne Cunningham
broker non-votes financial
"The voting results were as follows Votes For | Votes Against | Votes Abstained | Broker Non-Votes"
Broker non-votes occur when a brokerage firm is unable to vote on a shareholder’s behalf during a company election or decision because the shareholder has not given specific voting instructions, and the broker is not allowed or chooses not to vote on certain matters. They are important because they can affect the outcome of votes, especially when the results are close, by effectively reducing the total number of votes cast.
non-binding advisory vote financial
"Stockholders approved, in a non-binding advisory vote, the compensation of the Company’s named executive officers"
A non-binding advisory vote is a shareholder vote that expresses investors’ opinion on a proposal (such as executive pay, corporate policy, or governance practices) but does not legally force the company to act. Think of it like a customer survey: it signals whether owners approve or disapprove and can pressure boards and managers to change course, so investors watch the result as an indicator of governance risk and potential future shifts in company strategy or leadership.
independent registered public accounting firm financial
"Stockholders ratified the appointment of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as the independent registered public accounting firm"
An independent registered public accounting firm is an outside accounting company officially registered with the government regulator to examine and report on a public company's financial records and controls. Investors treat its reports like an impartial inspector’s certificate — they add credibility to financial statements, help spot errors or misleading claims, and reduce the risk that shareholders are relying on unchecked or biased numbers.
Annual Meeting of Stockholders financial
"On June 8, 2026, Acushnet Holdings Corp. held its 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders."
emerging growth company regulatory
"Emerging growth company"
An emerging growth company is a recently public or smaller public firm that qualifies for temporary, lighter regulatory and disclosure rules to reduce the cost and effort of being public. For investors, it means the company may provide less historical financial detail and face fewer reporting requirements than larger firms, so it can grow more quickly but also carries higher uncertainty—like buying a promising early-stage product with fewer user reviews.
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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549
 
Form
8-K
 
CURRENT REPORT
Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d)
of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
 
Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): June 8, 2026
 
Acushnet Holdings Corp.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
 
Delaware001-3793545-2644353
(State or Other Jurisdiction
of Incorporation)		(Commission
File Number)		(IRS Employer
Identification No.)

333 Bridge StreetFairhaven,Massachusetts02719
(Address of principal executive offices)(Zip Code)
 

(800) 225‑8500
(Registrant’s Telephone Number, Including Area Code)
 
Not Applicable
(Former Name or Former Address, if Changed Since Last Report)
 
Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:
 
☐    Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)
☐    Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)
☐    Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))
☐    Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))
 
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Exchange Act:
Title of each classTrading Symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock - $0.001 par value per shareGOLFNew York Stock Exchange
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).
 
Emerging growth company   ☐
 
If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act.   ☐


Item 5.07 Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders.
On June 8, 2026, Acushnet Holdings Corp. (the "Company") held its 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders. For more information on the following proposals submitted to stockholders, see the Company's definitive proxy statement dated April 17, 2026. Below are the final voting results.
Proposal No. 1 - Election of Directors
Stockholders elected the director nominees listed below to serve as members of the Company’s Board of Directors. The voting results for each nominee were as follows:
NameVotes ForVotes WithheldBroker Non-Votes
David Maher49,358,7205,908,4071,644,550
Yoon Soo (Gene) Yoon45,661,4839,605,6441,644,550
Leanne Cunningham55,023,597243,5301,644,550
Gregory Hewett53,979,7811,287,3461,644,550
Ho Yeon (Aaron) Lee48,868,1186,399,0091,644,550
Jan Singer52,982,5572,284,5701,644,550
Steven Tishman54,936,336330,7911,644,550
Keun Chang (Kevin) Yoon48,016,4597,250,6681,644,550

Proposal No. 2 - Non-Binding Vote to Approve Executive Compensation
Stockholders approved, in a non-binding advisory vote, the compensation of the Company’s named executive officers for fiscal year 2025. The voting results were as follows:
Votes ForVotes AgainstVotes AbstainedBroker Non-Votes
54,837,719180,940248,4681,644,550

Proposal No. 3 - Ratification of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
Stockholders ratified the appointment of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as the independent registered public accounting firm of the Company for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026. The voting results were as follows:
Votes ForVotes AgainstVotes AbstainedBroker Non-Votes
56,349,519525,35836,800n/a




SIGNATURES
 
    Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.
 
ACUSHNET HOLDINGS CORP.
By:/s/ Tessa Judge
Name:Tessa Judge
Title:Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary
 
Date: June 11, 2026


Source: View Original Filing on SEC EDGAR

FAQ

What did Acushnet Holdings Corp. (GOLF) stockholders decide at the 2026 annual meeting?

Stockholders elected all director nominees, approved executive compensation in an advisory vote, and ratified PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as auditor for 2026. These outcomes confirm the existing board, pay practices, and audit firm for the upcoming fiscal year.

Did Acushnet (GOLF) stockholders approve the executive compensation program?

Yes, stockholders approved executive compensation for fiscal year 2025 in a non-binding advisory vote. The tally was 54,837,719 votes for, 180,940 against, 248,468 abstentions, and 1,644,550 broker non-votes, indicating strong overall support for the pay program.

Which directors were elected to Acushnet’s board at the 2026 meeting?

Stockholders elected eight directors: David Maher, Yoon Soo (Gene) Yoon, Leanne Cunningham, Gregory Hewett, Ho Yeon (Aaron) Lee, Jan Singer, Steven Tishman and Keun Chang (Kevin) Yoon. Each nominee received more votes for than withheld, confirming their board positions.

Who is Acushnet’s independent registered public accounting firm for 2026?

Stockholders ratified PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as Acushnet’s independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026. The vote was 56,349,519 for, 525,358 against and 36,800 abstentions, with no broker non-votes reported on this proposal.

How strong was support for Acushnet’s say-on-pay proposal at the 2026 meeting?

Support was high, with 54,837,719 votes for and 180,940 against the advisory say-on-pay proposal, plus 248,468 abstentions and 1,644,550 broker non-votes. This margin suggests broad shareholder backing for the company’s named executive officer compensation in 2025.

What were the vote results for key Acushnet director nominees in 2026?

Director nominees received tens of millions of votes for. For example, Leanne Cunningham had 55,023,597 for and 243,530 withheld, while Steven Tishman had 54,936,336 for and 330,791 withheld. All eight nominees were elected with more votes for than withheld.

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