Sturm, Ruger & Company (RGR) Proxy Filing summary

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Election of directors at the 2026 annual meeting is a key agenda item, with recent board refreshment highlighted.

• Beretta Holding, a significant shareholder, has submitted a proxy proposal regarding board composition.

• The board emphasizes its fiduciary duty to act in the best interest of all shareholders and maintain company independence.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• Three new directors with operational, manufacturing, capital allocation, and governance expertise joined the board.

• The board now consists of nine directors, eight of whom are independent, with five joining within the past year.

• The refresh process aimed to strengthen oversight with senior executive leadership and complementary perspectives.

• Direct engagement with a broad cross-section of shareholders, including the largest, was part of the board refresh.

• The board asserts its composition aligns with the company’s long-term strategy and shareholder value maximization.

Risk oversight and compliance

• Forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties, with risk factors detailed in recent SEC filings.