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Stora Enso Oyj's Annual General Meeting Overview

On March 24, 2026, Stora Enso Oyj convened its Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Helsinki, Finland. The AGM addressed numerous key issues regarding the company's financials and management structure for the year.

Financial Highlights

The meeting approved the financial accounts and the Remuneration Report for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2025. Notably, the AGM granted the Board of Directors and the Chief Executive Officer discharge from liability for their management activities during the reporting period. This is a common procedure signifying that the shareholders have no objections to the actions taken by the directors in managing the company.

Dividend Distribution

One of the major resolutions was the approval of the profit allocation and dividend distribution. In line with the proposal from the Board of Directors, it was determined that shareholders would receive a dividend of EUR 0.25 per share for the year 2025. This payout will occur in two installments:
1. First installment: EUR 0.13 per share will be paid to shareholders registered by March 26, 2026, and is expected to be disbursed around April 8, 2026.
2. Second installment: EUR 0.12 per share will be allocated to shareholders registered by September 25, 2026, with payments expected around October 2, 2026.

Should any legal or regulatory issues impede the distribution of these dividends, the Board is tasked with establishing new payment dates promptly.

Board Composition Changes

The AGM also made important decisions concerning the Board of Directors. It was resolved that the Board will comprise eight members, with several key re-elections and the addition of new members:

• - The current members, including Håkan Buskhe, Helena Hedblom, and others, were re-elected.
• - Jouko Karvinen was appointed as a new member of the Board.

The assembly also elected Håkan Buskhe as the Chair and Jouko Karvinen as the Vice Chair of the Board, reinforcing leadership continuity and strategic direction.

Directors' Compensation

The annual compensation for members of the Board was kept at the previous year's level. The remuneration structure includes:

• - Chair: EUR 221,728
• - Vice Chair: EUR 125,186
• - Members: EUR 85,933

A significant portion of this compensation will be distributed in shares of Stora Enso, fostering a stronger alignment between the directors and shareholders' interests. In addition, the committee chairs will also receive compensation reflective of their responsibilities in various committees.

Auditors and Governance

The AGM voted to appoint PricewaterhouseCoopers Oy as the auditor until the next AGM. Additionally, the firm will also serve as the sustainability reporting assurer, underlining the company’s commitment to transparent and responsible governance practices.

Authorizations Granted to the Board

The AGM authorized the Board to proceed with the repurchase of up to 2 million R shares and the issuance of new shares. This move is intended to provide flexibility in managing share capital effectively, especially in relation to company incentives and remuneration schemes.

Conclusion

The decisions made during Stora Enso Oyj's AGM reflect a strong commitment to maintaining a transparent dividend policy, robust governance, and strategic shareholder engagement. As the company focuses on renewable materials and sustainable solutions, these resolutions provide a strong foundation for growth and success in the coming years.