NL Industries (NL) Proxy filing summary

Executive summary

• Annual meeting scheduled for May 14, 2026, at Dallas, Texas, with online voting available until May 13, 2026.

• Proxy materials and annual report are accessible online, with options for electronic or paper delivery.

• Shareholders are encouraged to review all proxy materials before voting.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Election of eight directors is up for vote, with board recommending approval of all nominees.

• Advisory vote on executive compensation is included.

• Proposal to approve a merger for reincorporation in Delaware and change of company name.

• Proposal to opt out of Delaware General Corporation Law Section 203.

• Approval sought for potential adjournment of the meeting to solicit more proxies if needed.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• Eight director nominees are listed for election at the annual meeting.

• Board recommends voting in favor of all director nominees.