Ericsson's Annual General Meeting 2025: Key Details and Participation Guidelines
The Annual General Meeting (AGM) of shareholders for Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson, registered under number 556016-0680, is set to take place on
Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at
1 p.m. CET. The venue for this significant event will be the Company's premises located at
Open Box, Grönlandsgatan 8, Kista/Stockholm. The registration for attendees will commence at
12 p.m. CET. Shareholders who are unable to attend in person can still engage in the meeting by exercising their voting rights via postal voting prior to the AGM.
Meeting Language
The AGM will be conducted in
Swedish, with simultaneous translation available in
English for international shareholders.
How to Register and Participate
For shareholders wishing to attend in person (either directly or through a proxy), they must be listed in the share register prepared by
Euroclear Sweden AB by
March 17, 2025. Confirmation of participation is required no later than
March 19, 2025. This can be done through various means:
- - By phone: +46 (0)8 402 90 54 (available on weekdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. CET)
- - By mail addressed to: Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson, AGM, c/o Euroclear Sweden AB, Box 191, SE-101 23 Stockholm, Sweden
- - Via email at: [email protected]
- - On Ericsson's official website: www.ericsson.com
When notifying of participation, shareholders should include their name, date of birth or registration number, address, phone number, and the number of accompanying individuals, if any.
Proxy Participation: If a shareholder plans to be represented by a proxy, they must provide a written and dated power of attorney, signed by the shareholder. This applies similarly for legal entities, which must include a certificate of registration. Templates for power of attorney in Swedish and English are available online.
Postal Voting
Shareholders wishing to cast their vote by post must also be recorded in the share register and ensure that their postal voting form is returned to Euroclear Sweden AB by
March 19, 2025. A specific form designated for postal voting can be found on the Ericsson website. Importantly, any votes submitted via post should not include special instructions or conditions, or they will be rendered invalid.
Special Considerations for Nominee-Registered Shares
For shareholders whose shares are registered through a nominee, they must inform the nominee of their intention to participate by the indicated deadline and register the shares in their own name to ensure eligibility to vote at the AGM.
Safety and Data Privacy
Ericsson takes the processing of personal data seriously. For more information about how personal data will be handled in connection with the AGM, shareholders can refer to Euroclear Sweden AB's privacy policy. Any inquiries about personal data processing by Ericsson can be directed to the company's official email.
Proposed Agenda
Among the critical items on the agenda for the AGM are:
1. Election of the Chair for the AGM.
2. Preparation and approval of the voting list.
3. Approval of the agenda for the AGM.
4. Presentation of the annual and auditor's reports.
5. Adoption of the income statement and the balance sheet.
6. Resolution regarding the distribution of dividends (proposed at SEK 2.85 per share, payable in two installments).
7. Discussions about the number of Board members and their remuneration.
8. Election of Board members, including potential new appointments to ensure a diverse and competent leadership.
9. Further proposals regarding compensation programs for executives, aimed at aligning interests with long-term shareholder value, including the implementation of the
Long-Term Variable Compensation Program 2025 (LTV 2025).
Important Shareholder Rights
Shareholders are encouraged to review all documents related to the AGM, including the agenda and proposals, available on Ericsson's website as well as rights to request information on any AGM item.
As the AGM approaches, participants are reminded to stay informed about any additional announcements from the Board of Directors concerning the meeting. The Company aims to ensure transparency and accountability throughout the process, fostering a collaborative environment for all shareholders.
The upcoming AGM represents a pivotal opportunity for Ericsson's shareholders to engage in the company's governance and future direction, reflecting the collective interests and responsibilities of both the leadership and its investors.
In conclusion, as the date draws nearer, shareholders should prepare to participate actively in shaping the future of Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson. By attending either in person or via postal votes, they are playing a vital role in steering the company toward its strategic objectives.