Valeo Shareholders' Meeting 2026

Core Viewpoint - Valeo is set to hold its Combined Shareholders' Meeting on May 21, 2026, where key financial decisions, including the approval of financial statements and dividend allocation, will be discussed [2][3]. Financial Overview - The shareholders will be asked to approve the financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2025, and to allocate earnings, proposing a dividend of 0.44 euro per share [3]. - If approved, the ex-dividend date will be May 26, 2026, with a record date of May 27, 2026, and payment scheduled for May 28, 2026 [3]. Governance and Board Decisions - The Board of Directors will propose the renewal of terms for Gilles Michel, Bruno Bézard, and Bpifrance Participations, represented by Alexandre Ossola, as Directors for four years [9]. - Gilles Michel is expected to be reappointed as Chairman of the Board, contingent on his reappointment as Director, with discussions ongoing regarding future leadership beyond the 2027 Shareholders' Meeting [9]. - Fabienne Lecorvaisier will be appointed as a Director for four years, with her profile included in the Board's report [9]. Shareholders' Meeting Logistics - The notice of the meeting will be published in the Bulletin des Annonces Légales Obligatoires (BALO) and will include the detailed agenda and proposed resolutions [6]. - Preparatory documents will be available on Valeo's website starting April 1, 2026, and the meeting will be streamed live [7]. Company Profile - Valeo reported €20.9 billion in sales for 2025 and operates with approximately 100,000 employees across 29 countries, with 149 production plants and 59 R&D centers [12]. - The company focuses on innovative solutions for automotive and technology partners, emphasizing electrification, advanced driver assistance systems, and software-defined vehicles [10][11].