How can I vote at shareholder meetings?
As a shareholder in a company, you hold voting rights that allow you to participate in key company decisions made at shareholder meetings, that shape its future. It’s your opportunity to have your say. Your voice can affect how the company is run, which could impact its future performance. You can vote on matters like whether a dividend should be paid, or the overall strategy of the company. Each year companies hold an Annual General Meeting (AGM), but they can also hold Extraordinary General Meetings (EGMs) when necessary.
To make voting easier, AJ Bell offers a new service for electronic voting instructions on UK and international shares in any of your AJ Bell accounts.
Here’s how:
- Log in to your AJ Bell account on our website. Please note that instructions cannot be submitted via the AJ Bell app.
- Select "Voting Instruction" from your account menu.
- Review your shareholder meetings and choose to submit an instruction.
You'll be directed to a website managed by Broadridge to complete your instruction, as AJ Bell uses this third-party provider for voting services.
Why voting matters
Your vote is an opportunity to have a direct impact on how the company operates, which can ultimately influence its performance and your investment. Whether attending in person or submitting your vote electronically, engaging in AGMs and EGMs enables you to hold the company accountable and take part in its governance.