From Quiver Quantitative: 2025-04-30 22:14:00

Institutional Shareholder Services is urging investors to reject Morgan Stanley’s proposal to add 50 million shares to its equity incentive plan, citing historic over-granting and incomplete disclosure. Similar pushbacks have targeted Goldman Sachs and BlackRock. ISS recommends rejecting the plan extension, which it deems excessive, and highlights concerns over shareholder dilution. Congressional hearings on proxy advisors may lead to regulatory reforms. Shareholder sentiment and future compensation governance will be influenced by the outcome of the upcoming vote at Morgan Stanley’s shareholder meeting.



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