U.S. Board Director Support Soars to Record Levels as Investors Prioritize Financial Performance Over Diversity Mandates
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AI-PoweredUS investors have shown record support for company directors, with 94.2% re-election approval, indicating a shift in priorities from diversity mandates to financial performance.
Market impact analysis based on bullish sentiment with 82% confidence.
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NEW YORK, December 10, 2025--In the 2025 proxy season, U.S. companies saw support for director reelections reach a five-year high of 94.2%, according to the Investor Stewardship 2025 report published by Diligent Market Intelligence (DMI). This strong backing for incumbent directors signals a notable shift in investor sentiment, reflecting heightened confidence in corporate leadership amid strong market conditions and a recalibration of priorities for board composition.
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