Business Context and Reporting Period
The Eastern Company (EML) filed a Form 8-K on May 6, 2026, reporting the results of its 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders held on the same date. The company is incorporated in Connecticut and trades on the NASDAQ Global Market.
Key Financial Metrics
This filing is a current report regarding corporate governance events and does not contain financial statements. Consequently, data regarding revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, and liquidity are not provided in this document.
Material Changes
No material financial changes or operational updates are reported in this filing. The document solely details the voting outcomes of the Annual Meeting.
Guidance, Outlook, and Management Commentary
The filing contains no management commentary, forward-looking guidance, risk factors, or discussion of contingencies. It strictly reports the ratification of the independent auditor and the election of directors.
Shareholder Voting Results
- Proposal 1: Election of Directors
- Frederick D. DiSanto: 4,444,777 For; 140,984 Against.
- John W. Everets: 4,527,468 For; 58,293 Against.
- Chan Galbato: 4,556,213 For; 29,605 Against.
- James Mitarotonda: 4,272,743 For; 324,931 Against.
- Peggy B. Scott: 4,547,281 For; 60,520 Against.
- Ryan A. Schroeder: 4,062,299 For; 535,402 Against.
- Proposal 2: Advisory Vote on Executive Compensation
- 4,502,006 For; 101,751 Against.
- Proposal 3: Ratification of Auditors
- Fiondella, Milone & LaSaracina LLP was ratified with 5,419,010 For votes and 120,397 Against votes.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Verify the specific terms of the one-year directorships expiring in 2027.
- Review the full proxy statement for details on the executive compensation package approved in Proposal 2.
- Confirm the appointment of Fiondella, Milone & LaSaracina LLP as the independent auditor for the 2026 fiscal year.
- Note that this filing does not contain financial performance data; refer to the most recent 10-K or 10-Q for financial metrics.