Confluent (CFLT) Proxy Filing summary

Executive summary

• A special meeting of stockholders is scheduled for February 12, 2026, to vote on the proposed acquisition by IBM under the Merger Agreement dated December 7, 2025.

• The proxy statement and supplemental disclosures were provided to address stockholder concerns and pending litigation regarding the adequacy of merger-related disclosures.

• Forward-looking statements highlight uncertainties and risks related to regulatory approvals, stockholder approval, and potential impacts on business operations.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Stockholders are asked to consider and vote on the consummation of the merger with IBM at the special meeting.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• The board includes non-employee directors and key executives who may be deemed participants in the proxy solicitation.

• Information on directors’ and officers’ interests in the merger is available in the proxy statement.