Chimera Investment (CIM) Proxy filing summary

Executive summary

• The annual meeting will be held virtually on June 10, 2026, with shareholders able to vote and submit questions online.

• Shareholders will vote on electing three Class I directors, a non-binding advisory resolution on executive compensation, and ratification of Ernst & Young LLP as the independent auditor for 2026.

• The board recommends voting in favor of all proposals and nominees.

• Proxy materials are distributed primarily via electronic access to reduce costs, with hard copies available upon request.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Shareholders will elect three Class I directors to serve until 2029.

• A non-binding advisory vote on executive compensation (say-on-pay) will be held.

• Ratification of Ernst & Young LLP as the independent registered public accounting firm for 2026 is on the agenda.

• Shareholders may submit proposals for the 2027 annual meeting by December 24, 2026.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• The board is composed of three classes of directors with staggered terms; six of seven directors are independent.

• Board committees include audit, compensation, nominating and corporate governance, and risk, all comprised solely of independent directors.

• Annual board and committee self-evaluations are conducted to ensure effectiveness and alignment with company needs.

• Stock ownership guidelines require directors and executives to hold significant equity stakes.

• Policies prohibit hedging, pledging, and margin accounts for company securities.