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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, DC 20549
FORM N-PX
ANNUAL REPORT OF PROXY VOTING RECORD OF REGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANY
Investment Company Act file number 811-04087
Manning & Napier Fund, Inc.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in charter)
290 Woodcliff Drive, Fairport, NY 14450
(Address of principal executive offices) (Zip code)
B. Reuben Auspitz, Manning & Napier Fund, Inc., 290 Woodcliff Drive, Fairport, NY 14450
(Name and address of agent for service)
Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (585) 325-6880
Date of fiscal year end: October 31
Date of reporting period: 7/1/08-6/30/09
Form N-PX is to be used by a registered management investment company, other than a small business investment company registered on Form N-5 (ss.ss. 239.24 and 274.5 of this chapter), to file reports with the Commission, not later than August 31 of each year, containing the registrant’s proxy voting record for the most recent twelve-month period ended June 30, pursuant to section 30 of the Investment Company Act of 1940 and rule 30b1-4 thereunder (17 CFR 270.30b1-4). The Commission may use the information provided on Form N-PX in its regulatory, disclosure review, inspection, and policymaking roles.
A registrant is required to disclose the information specified by Form N-PX, and the Commission will make this information public. A registrant is not required to respond to the collection of information contained in Form N-PX unless the Form displays a currently valid Office of Management and Budget (“OMB”) control number. Please direct comments concerning the accuracy of the information collection burden estimate and any suggestions for reducing the burden to the Secretary, Securities and Exchange Commission, 450 Fifth Street, NW, Washington, DC 20549-0609. The OMB has reviewed this collection of information under the clearance requirements of 44 U.S.C. ss. 3507.
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Manning & Napier Fund, Inc. Equity Series
PROXY VOTING RECORD
7/1/08-6/30/09
Investment Company Report
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SALESFORCE.COM, INC. |
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Security | | 79466L302 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | CRM | | Meeting Date | | 10-Jul-2008 |
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ISIN | | US79466L3024 | | Agenda | | 932916022 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 MARC BENIOFF | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 CRAIG CONWAY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 ALAN HASSENFELD | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JANUARY 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE COMPANY’S 2004 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN TO ELIMINATE THE ANNUAL AUTOMATIC SHARE REPLENISHMENT FROM SUCH PLAN AND INCREASE THE NUMBER OF SHARES AUTHORIZED FOR GRANT BY AN INCREMENTAL 7,500,000 SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE COMPANY’S 2004 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN TO ENABLE INCENTIVE COMPENSATION UNDER SUCH PLAN TO QUALIFY AS “PERFORMANCE BASED COMPENSATION” WITHIN THE MEANING OF INTERNAL REVENUE CODE SECTION 162(M). | | Management | | For | | For |
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THE E.W. SCRIPPS COMPANY |
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Security | | 811054204 | | Meeting Type | | Special |
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Ticker Symbol | | SSP | | Meeting Date | | 15-Jul-2008 |
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ISIN | | US8110542045 | | Agenda | | 932928611 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | TO APPROVE THE AMENDMENT TO THE COMPANY’S AMENDED AND RESTATED ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION TO EFFECT THE 1-FOR-3 REVERSE SHARE SPLIT AND CORRESPONDING REDUCTION IN STATED CAPITAL. | | Management | | For | | For |
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ELECTRONIC ARTS INC. |
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Security | | 285512109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ERTS | | Meeting Date | | 31-Jul-2008 |
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ISIN | | US2855121099 | | Agenda | | 932927594 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LEONARD S. COLEMAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GARY M. KUSIN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GREGORY B. MAFFEI | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: VIVEK PAUL | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LAWRENCE F. PROBST III | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN S. RICCITIELLO | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RICHARD A. SIMONSON | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LINDA J. SRERE | | Management | | For | | For |
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2 | | AMENDMENTS TO THE 2000 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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3 | | AMENDMENTS TO THE 2000 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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4 | | RATIFICATION OF APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS INDEPENDENT AUDITORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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MEDTRONIC, INC. |
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Security | | 585055106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | MDT | | Meeting Date | | 21-Aug-2008 |
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ISIN | | US5850551061 | | Agenda | | 932935488 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 VICTOR J. DZAU, M.D. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 WILLIAM A. HAWKINS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 SHIRLEY A. JACKSON, PHD | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 DENISE M. O’LEARY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 JEAN-PIERRE ROSSO | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 JACK W. SCHULER | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS MEDTRONIC’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO APPROVE THE MEDTRONIC, INC. 2008 STOCK AWARD AND INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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DELTA AIR LINES, INC. |
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Security | | 247361702 | | Meeting Type | | Special |
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Ticker Symbol | | DAL | | Meeting Date | | 25-Sep-2008 |
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ISIN | | US2473617023 | | Agenda | | 932945756 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | APPROVE THE ISSUANCE OF DELTA COMMON STOCK, IN THE MERGER CONTEMPLATED BY THE AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER, DATED AS OF APRIL 14, 2008, BY AND AMONG DELTA AIR LINES, INC., NAUTILUS MERGER CORPORATION AND NORTHWEST AIRLINES CORPORATION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE DELTA 2007 PERFORMANCE COMPENSATION PLAN TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF SHARES OF DELTA COMMON STOCK ISSUABLE UNDER THE PLAN BY A NUMBER OF SHARES EQUAL TO 15% OF DELTA’S OUTSTANDING EQUITY CAPITALIZATION, DETERMINED ON A FULLY-DILUTED BASIS AT THE CLOSING OF THE MERGER, ALL AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE PROXY STATEMENT. | | Management | | For | | For |
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FEDEX CORPORATION |
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Security | | 31428X106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | FDX | | Meeting Date | | 29-Sep-2008 |
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ISIN | | US31428X1063 | | Agenda | | 932946594 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JAMES L. BARKSDALE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: AUGUST A. BUSCH IV | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN A. EDWARDSON | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JUDITH L. ESTRIN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: J.R. HYDE, III | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: SHIRLEY A. JACKSON | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: STEVEN R. LORANGER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GARY W. LOVEMAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: FREDERICK W. SMITH | | Management | | For | | For |
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1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOSHUA I. SMITH | | Management | | For | | For |
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1K | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PAUL S. WALSH | | Management | | For | | For |
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1L | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PETER S. WILLMOTT | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT TO INCENTIVE STOCK PLAN TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF OPTION SHARES AND RESTRICTED SHARES ISSUABLE UNDER THE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | RATIFICATION OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING INDEPENDENT BOARD CHAIRMAN. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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05 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING SHAREHOLDER VOTE ON EXECUTIVE PAY. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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AUTOMATIC DATA PROCESSING, INC. |
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Security | | 053015103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ADP | | Meeting Date | | 11-Nov-2008 |
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ISIN | | US0530151036 | | Agenda | | 932958501 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 GREGORY D. BRENNEMAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 LESLIE A. BRUN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 GARY C. BUTLER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 LEON G. COOPERMAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 ERIC C. FAST | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 R. GLENN HUBBARD | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 JOHN P. JONES | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 FREDERIC V. MALEK | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 CHARLES H. NOSKI | | | | For | | For |
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| | 10 SHARON T. ROWLANDS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 11 GREGORY L. SUMME | | | | For | | For |
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| | 12 HENRY TAUB | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROVAL OF THE 2008 OMNIBUS AWARD PLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP | | Management | | For | | For |
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CISCO SYSTEMS, INC. |
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Security | | 17275R102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | CSCO | | Meeting Date | | 13-Nov-2008 |
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ISIN | | US17275R1023 | | Agenda | | 932954729 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CAROL A. BARTZ | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: M. MICHELE BURNS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MICHAEL D. CAPELLAS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LARRY R. CARTER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN T. CHAMBERS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: BRIAN L. HALLA | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DR. JOHN L. HENNESSY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RICHARD M. KOVACEVICH | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RODERICK C. MCGEARY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MICHAEL K. POWELL | | Management | | For | | For |
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1K | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: STEVEN M. WEST | | Management | | For | | For |
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1L | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JERRY YANG | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS CISCO’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JULY 25, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | PROPOSAL SUBMITTED BY A SHAREHOLDER TO AMEND THE COMPANY’S BYLAWS TO ESTABLISH A BOARD COMMITTEE ON HUMAN RIGHTS. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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04 | | PROPOSAL SUBMITTED BY SHAREHOLDERS REQUESTING THE BOARD TO PUBLISH A REPORT TO SHAREHOLDERS WITHIN SIX MONTHS PROVIDING A SUMMARIZED LISTING AND ASSESSMENT OF CONCRETE STEPS CISCO COULD REASONABLY TAKE TO REDUCE THE LIKELIHOOD THAT ITS BUSINESS PRACTICES MIGHT ENABLE OR ENCOURAGE THE VIOLATION OF HUMAN RIGHTS, AS SET FORTH IN THE PROXY STATEMENT. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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KLA-TENCOR CORPORATION |
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Security | | 482480100 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | KLAC | | Meeting Date | | 13-Nov-2008 |
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ISIN | | US4824801009 | | Agenda | | 932963982 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 ROBERT M. CALDERONI | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 JOHN T. DICKSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 KEVIN J. KENNEDY | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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MICROSOFT CORPORATION |
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Security | | 594918104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | MSFT | | Meeting Date | | 19-Nov-2008 |
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ISIN | | US5949181045 | | Agenda | | 932960013 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: STEVEN A. BALLMER | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JAMES I. CASH JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DINA DUBLON | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WILLIAM H. GATES III | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RAYMOND V. GILMARTIN | | Management | | For | | For |
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06 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: REED HASTINGS | | Management | | For | | For |
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07 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID F. MARQUARDT | | Management | | For | | For |
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08 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CHARLES H. NOSKI | | Management | | For | | For |
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09 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: HELMUT PANKE | | Management | | For | | For |
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10 | | APPROVAL OF MATERIAL TERMS OF PERFORMANCE CRITERIA UNDER THE EXECUTIVE OFFICER INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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11 | | APPROVAL OF AMENDMENTS TO THE 1999 STOCK OPTION PLAN FOR NON-EMPLOYEE DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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12 | | RATIFICATION OF THE SELECTION OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT AUDITOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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13 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL - ADOPTION OF POLICIES ON INTERNET CENSORSHIP. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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14 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL - ESTABLISHMENT OF BOARD COMMITTEE ON HUMAN RIGHTS. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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15 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL - DISCLOSURE OF CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTIONS. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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THE PNC FINANCIAL SERVICES GROUP, INC. |
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Security | | 693475105 | | Meeting Type | | Special |
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Ticker Symbol | | PNC | | Meeting Date | | 23-Dec-2008 |
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ISIN | | US6934751057 | | Agenda | | 932981257 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | A PROPOSAL TO APPROVE THE ISSUANCE OF SHARES OF PNC COMMON STOCK AS CONTEMPLATED BY THE AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER, DATED AS OF OCTOBER 24, 2008, BY AND BETWEEN THE PNC FINANCIAL SERVICES GROUP, INC. AND NATIONAL CITY CORPORATION, AS SUCH AGREEMENT MAY BE AMENDED FROM TIME TO TIME. | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | A PROPOSAL TO APPROVE THE ADJOURNMENT OF THE SPECIAL MEETING OF SHAREHOLDERS, IF NECESSARY OR APPROPRIATE, TO SOLICIT ADDITIONAL PROXIES, IN THE EVENT THAT THERE ARE NOT SUFFICIENT VOTES AT THE TIME OF THE SPECIAL MEETING OF SHAREHOLDERS TO APPROVE THE FOREGOING PROPOSAL. | | Management | | For | | For |
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MONSANTO COMPANY |
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Security | | 61166W101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | MON | | Meeting Date | | 14-Jan-2009 |
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ISIN | | US61166W1018 | | Agenda | | 932980534 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JANICE L. FIELDS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: HUGH GRANT | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: C. STEVEN MCMILLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT J. STEVENS | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE 2009 FISCAL YEAR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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BECTON, DICKINSON AND COMPANY |
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Security | | 075887109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | BDX | | Meeting Date | | 03-Feb-2009 |
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ISIN | | US0758871091 | | Agenda | | 932987007 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 C.M. FRASER-LIGGETT | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 E.J. LUDWIG | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 W.J. OVERLOCK, JR. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 B.L. SCOTT | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF SELECTION OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | AMENDMENT TO BD’S RESTATED CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | AMENDMENT TO THE 2004 EMPLOYEE AND DIRECTOR EQUITY-BASED COMPENSATION PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | APPROVAL OF MATERIAL TERMS OF PERFORMANCE GOALS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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06 | | SPECIAL SHAREHOLDER MEETINGS. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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07 | | CUMULATIVE VOTING. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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WEATHERFORD INTERNATIONAL LTD. |
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Security | | G95089101 | | Meeting Type | | Special |
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Ticker Symbol | | WFT | | Meeting Date | | 17-Feb-2009 |
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ISIN | | BMG950891017 | | Agenda | | 932993389 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | APPROVAL OF THE SCHEME OF ARRANGEMENT ATTACHED TO THE ACCOMPANYING PROXY STATEMENT AS ANNEX B. | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROVAL OF THE MOTION TO ADJOURN THE MEETING TO A LATER DATE TO SOLICIT ADDITIONAL PROXIES IF THERE ARE INSUFFICIENT VOTES AT THE TIME OF THE MEETING TO APPROVE THE SCHEME OF ARRANGEMENT. | | Management | | For | | For |
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INTERNATIONAL GAME TECHNOLOGY |
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Security | | 459902102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | IGT | | Meeting Date | | 03-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | US4599021023 | | Agenda | | 932992161 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 ROBERT A. BITTMAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 RICHARD R. BURT | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 PATTI S. HART | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 ROBERT A. MATHEWSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 THOMAS J. MATTHEWS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6�� ROBERT MILLER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 FREDERICK B. RENTSCHLER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 DAVID E. ROBERSON | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROVAL OF THE AMENDMENTS TO THE INTERNATIONAL GAME TECHNOLOGY 2002 STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS IGT’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | ELECTION OF PHILIP G. SATRE TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. “AN “AGAINST” VOTE ON ITEM 4 WILL BE TREATED AS A WITHHOLD VOTE WITH RESPECT TO PHILIP G. SATRE.” | | Management | | For | | For |
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THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY |
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Security | | 254687106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | DIS | | Meeting Date | | 10-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | US2546871060 | | Agenda | | 932990559 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: SUSAN E. ARNOLD | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN E. BRYSON | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN S. CHEN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JUDITH L. ESTRIN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT A. IGER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: STEVEN P. JOBS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: FRED H. LANGHAMMER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: AYLWIN B. LEWIS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MONICA C. LOZANO | | Management | | For | | For |
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1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT W. MATSCHULLAT | | Management | | For | | For |
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1K | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN E. PEPPER, JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1L | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ORIN C. SMITH | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS THE COMPANY’S REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | TO APPROVE THE AMENDMENT TO THE AMENDED AND RESTATED 2005 STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | TO APPROVE THE TERMS OF THE AMENDED AND RESTATED 2002 EXECUTIVE PERFORMANCE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
05 | | TO APPROVE THE SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL RELATING TO POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS REPORTING. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
| | | | |
06 | | TO APPROVE THE SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL RELATING TO DEATH BENEFIT PAYMENTS. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
| | | | |
07 | | TO APPROVE THE SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL RELATING TO SHAREHOLDER ADVISORY VOTE ON EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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CARNIVAL CORPORATION |
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Security | | 143658300 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | CCL | | Meeting Date | | 15-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | PA1436583006 | | Agenda | | 933004448 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 MICKY ARISON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 A. RICHARD G. CAPEN, JR | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 ROBERT H. DICKINSON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 ARNOLD W. DONALD | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 5 PIER LUIGI FOSCHI | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 6 HOWARD S. FRANK | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 7 RICHARD J. GLASIER | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 8 MODESTO A. MAIDIQUE | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 9 SIR JOHN PARKER | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 10 PETER G. RATCLIFFE | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 11 STUART SUBOTNICK | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 12 LAURA WEIL | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 13 RANDALL J. WEISENBURGER | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 14 UZI ZUCKER | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | TO RE-APPOINT PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS INDEPENDENT AUDITORS FOR CARNIVAL PLC. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | TO AUTHORIZE THE AUDIT COMMITTEE OF CARNIVAL PLC TO AGREE TO THE REMUNERATION OF THE INDEPENDENT AUDITORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | TO RECEIVE THE UK ACCOUNTS AND REPORTS OF THE DIRECTORS AND AUDITORS OF CARNIVAL PLC FOR THE FINANCIAL YEAR ENDED NOVEMBER 30, 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
05 | | TO APPROVE THE DIRECTORS’ REMUNERATION REPORT OF CARNIVAL PLC FOR THE FINANCIAL YEAR ENDED NOVEMBER 30, 2008. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
06 | | TO INCREASE THE AMOUNT OF THE AUTHORIZED BUT UNISSUED SHARE CAPITAL OF CARNIVAL PLC. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
07 | | TO ADOPT THE AMENDED AND RESTATED ARTICLES OF ASSOCIATION OF CARNIVAL PLC. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
08 | | TO APPROVE CERTAIN AMENDMENTS TO THE ARTICLES OF ASSOCIATION OF CARNIVAL PLC, TO TAKE EFFECT FROM OCTOBER 1, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
09 | | TO APPROVE THE GIVING OF AUTHORITY FOR THE ALLOTMENT OF NEW SHARES BY CARNIVAL PLC. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
10 | | TO APPROVE THE DISAPPLICATION OF PRE-EMPTION RIGHTS IN RELATION TO THE ALLOTMENT OF NEW SHARES BY CARNIVAL PLC. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
11 | | TO APPROVE A GENERAL AUTHORITY FOR CARNIVAL PLC TO BUY BACK CARNIVAL PLC ORDINARY SHARES IN THE OPEN MARKET. | | Management | | For | | For |
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WEYERHAEUSER COMPANY |
| | | |
Security | | 962166104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | WY | | Meeting Date | | 16-Apr-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US9621661043 | | Agenda | | 933010186 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DEBRA A. CAFARO | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: NICOLE W. PIASECKI | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MARK A. EMMERT | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DANIEL S. FULTON | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WAYNE W. MURDY | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL ON THE CHAIRMAN POSITION | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
| | | | |
03 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL TO ADOPT SIMPLE MAJORITY VOTE | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
| | | | |
04 | | APPROVAL, ON AN ADVISORY BASIS, OF THE APPOINTMENT OF AUDITORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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JOHNSON & JOHNSON |
| | | |
Security | | 478160104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | JNJ | | Meeting Date | | 23-Apr-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US4781601046 | | Agenda | | 933008523 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MARY SUE COLEMAN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JAMES G. CULLEN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MICHAEL M.E. JOHNS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ARNOLD G. LANGBO | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: SUSAN L. LINDQUIST | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LEO F. MULLIN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WILLIAM D. PEREZ | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CHARLES PRINCE | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID SATCHER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WILLIAM C. WELDON | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | ADVISORY VOTE ON EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION POLICIES AND DISCLOSURE | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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BAKER HUGHES INCORPORATED |
| | | |
Security | | 057224107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | BHI | | Meeting Date | | 23-Apr-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US0572241075 | | Agenda | | 933010491 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 LARRY D. BRADY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 CLARENCE P. CAZALOT, JR | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 CHAD C. DEATON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 EDWARD P. DJEREJIAN | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 5 ANTHONY G. FERNANDES | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 6 CLAIRE W. GARGALLI | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 7 PIERRE H. JUNGELS | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 8 JAMES A. LASH | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 9 J. LARRY NICHOLS | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 10 H. JOHN RILEY, JR. | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 11 CHARLES L. WATSON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | | | |
03 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE THE AMENDMENT TO THE BAKER HUGHES INCORPORATED EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL NO. 1 REGARDING CALLING SPECIAL SHAREOWNERS MEETINGS. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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AMERICAN EXPRESS COMPANY |
| | | |
Security | | 025816109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | AXP | | Meeting Date | | 27-Apr-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US0258161092 | | Agenda | | 933007595 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: D.F. AKERSON | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: C. BARSHEFSKY | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: U.M. BURNS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: K.I. CHENAULT | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: P. CHERNIN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: J. LESCHLY | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: R.C. LEVIN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: R.A. MCGINN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: E.D. MILLER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: S.S REINEMUND | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1K | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: R.D. WALTER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1L | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: R.A. WILLIAMS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | ADVISORY (NON-BINDING) VOTE APPROVING EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL RELATING TO CUMULATIVE VOTING FOR DIRECTORS. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
| | | | |
05 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL RELATING TO THE CALLING OF SPECIAL SHAREHOLDER MEETINGS. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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PACCAR INC |
| | | |
Security | | 693718108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | PCAR | | Meeting Date | | 28-Apr-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US6937181088 | | Agenda | | 933009359 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 MARK C. PIGOTT | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 WILLIAM G. REED, JR. | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 WARREN R. STALEY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 CHARLES R. WILLIAMSON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING THE ANNUAL ELECTION OF ALL DIRECTORS | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
| | | | |
03 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING A DIRECTOR VOTE THRESHOLD | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
| | | | | | |
FORTUNE BRANDS, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 349631101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | FO | | Meeting Date | | 28-Apr-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US3496311016 | | Agenda | | 933010871 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 BRUCE A. CARBONARI | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 ANN F. HACKETT | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 DAVID M. THOMAS | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 RONALD V. WATERS, III | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | | | |
03 | | APPROVAL OF AMENDMENTS TO THE COMPANY’S RESTATED CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION TO PROVIDE FOR THE ANNUAL ELECTION OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | IF PRESENTED, A SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL ENTITLED “ADOPT SIMPLE MAJORITY VOTE”. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
| | | | | | |
PERKINELMER, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 714046109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | PKI | | Meeting Date | | 28-Apr-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US7140461093 | | Agenda | | 933017407 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT F. FRIEL | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: NICHOLAS A. LOPARDO | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ALEXIS P. MICHAS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JAMES C. MULLEN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DR. VICKI L. SATO | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GABRIEL SCHMERGEL | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: KENTON J. SICCHITANO | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PATRICK J. SULLIVAN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: G. ROBERT TOD | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS PERKINELMER’S INDEPENDENT AUDITORS FOR THE CURRENT FISCAL YEAR. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | TO APPROVE THE PERKINELMER, INC. 2009 INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
J.B. HUNT TRANSPORT SERVICES, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 445658107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | JBHT | | Meeting Date | | 30-Apr-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US4456581077 | | Agenda | | 933017445 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 SHARILYN S. GASAWAY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 COLEMAN H. PETERSON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 JAMES L. ROBO | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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ALLERGAN, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 018490102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | AGN | | Meeting Date | | 30-Apr-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US0184901025 | | Agenda | | 933026812 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: HERBERT W. BOYER, PH.D. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT A. INGRAM | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID E.I. PYOTT | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RUSSELL T. RAY | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | TO APPROVE A STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING ADDITIONAL ANIMAL TESTING DISCLOSURE. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
| | | | | | |
EMC CORPORATION |
| | | |
Security | | 268648102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | EMC | | Meeting Date | | 06-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US2686481027 | | Agenda | | 933017748 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MICHAEL W. BROWN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RANDOLPH L. COWEN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | | | |
1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MICHAEL J. CRONIN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GAIL DEEGAN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN R. EGAN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: W. PAUL FITZGERALD | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: EDMUND F. KELLY | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WINDLE B. PRIEM | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PAUL SAGAN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID N. STROHM | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1K | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOSEPH M. TUCCI | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | TO RATIFY SELECTION BY AUDIT COMMITTEE OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS EMC’S INDEPENDENT AUDITORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO EMC’S EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN TO INCREASE SHARES AVAILABLE BY 30 MILLION. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO EMC’S BYLAWS TO REDUCE THE PERCENTAGE OF SHARES REQUIRED FOR SHAREHOLDERS TO CALL A SPECIAL MEETING. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
05 | | TO ACT UPON A SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL RELATING TO AN ADVISORY VOTE ON EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
| | | | | | |
UNITED PARCEL SERVICE, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 911312106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | UPS | | Meeting Date | | 07-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US9113121068 | | Agenda | | 933014007 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 F. DUANE ACKERMAN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 MICHAEL J. BURNS | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 D. SCOTT DAVIS | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 STUART E. EIZENSTAT | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 5 MICHAEL L. ESKEW | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 6 WILLIAM R. JOHNSON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 7 ANN M. LIVERMORE | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 8 RUDY MARKHAM | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 9 JOHN W. THOMPSON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 10 CAROL B. TOME | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS UPS’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | APPROVAL OF THE UNITED PARCEL SERVICE, INC. 2009 OMNIBUS INCENTIVE COMPENSATION PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
GOOGLE INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 38259P508 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | GOOG | | Meeting Date | | 07-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US38259P5089 | | Agenda | | 933017178 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 ERIC SCHMIDT | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 SERGEY BRIN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 LARRY PAGE | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 L. JOHN DOERR | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 5 JOHN L. HENNESSY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 6 ARTHUR D. LEVINSON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 7 ANN MATHER | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 8 PAUL S. OTELLINI | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 9 K. RAM SHRIRAM | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 10 SHIRLEY M. TILGHMAN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | | | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS GOOGLE’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO GOOGLE’S 2004 STOCK PLAN TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF AUTHORIZED SHARES OF CLASS A COMMON STOCK ISSUABLE UNDER THE PLAN BY 8,500,000. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
04 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING POLITICAL CONTRIBUTION DISCLOSURE. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
05 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING INTERNET CENSORSHIP. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
| | | | |
06 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING HEALTH CARE REFORM. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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HEARTLAND EXPRESS, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 422347104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | HTLD | | Meeting Date | | 07-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US4223471040 | | Agenda | | 933035342 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 R. GERDIN | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 2 M. GERDIN | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 3 R. JACOBSON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 B. ALLEN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 5 L. CROUSE | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 6 J. PRATT | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS THE REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM OF THE CORPORATION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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WEATHERFORD INTERNATIONAL LTD |
| | | |
Security | | H27013103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | WFT | | Meeting Date | | 07-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | CH0038838394 | | Agenda | | 933056182 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: BERNARD J. DUROC-DANNER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID J. BUTTERS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: NICHOLAS F. BRADY | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WILLIAM E. MACAULAY | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT B. MILLARD | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT K. MOSES, JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT A. RAYNE | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009 AND RATIFICATION OF THE ELECTION OF ERNST & YOUNG AG, ZURICH AS STATUTORY AUDITOR FOR YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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3M COMPANY |
| | | |
Security | | 88579Y101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | MMM | | Meeting Date | | 12-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US88579Y1010 | | Agenda | | 933025985 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LINDA G. ALVARADO | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GEORGE W. BUCKLEY | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: VANCE D. COFFMAN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MICHAEL L. ESKEW | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: W. JAMES FARRELL | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: HERBERT L. HENKEL | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: EDWARD M. LIDDY | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT S. MORRISON | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: AULANA L. PETERS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | | | |
1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT J. ULRICH | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS 3M’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL ON SPECIAL MEETINGS. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
| | | | |
04 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL ON THE VESTING OF STOCK OPTIONS AND AWARDS. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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MILLIPORE CORPORATION |
| | | |
Security | | 601073109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | MIL | | Meeting Date | | 12-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US6010731098 | | Agenda | | 933029919 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 ROLF A. CLASSON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 MARK HOFFMAN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 JOHN F. RENO | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 KAREN E. WELKE | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS MILLIPORE’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE YEAR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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COMCAST CORPORATION |
| | | |
Security | | 20030N101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | CMCSA | | Meeting Date | | 13-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US20030N1019 | | Agenda | | 933019552 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 S. DECKER ANSTROM | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 2 KENNETH J. BACON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 SHELDON M. BONOVITZ | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 EDWARD D. BREEN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 5 JULIAN A. BRODSKY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 6 JOSEPH J. COLLINS | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 7 J. MICHAEL COOK | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 8 GERALD L. HASSELL | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 9 JEFFREY A. HONICKMAN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 10 BRIAN L. ROBERTS | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 11 RALPH J. ROBERTS | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 12 DR. JUDITH RODIN | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 13 MICHAEL I. SOVERN | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF INDEPENDENT AUDITORS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | APPROVAL OF OUR 2002 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN, AS AMENDED AND RESTATED | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | APPROVAL OF OUR 2002 RESTRICTED STOCK PLAN, AS AMENDED AND RESTATED | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
05 | | APPROVAL OF OUR 2003 STOCK OPTION PLAN, AS AMENDED AND RESTATED | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
06 | | IDENTIFY ALL EXECUTIVE OFFICERS WHO EARN IN EXCESS OF $500,000 | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
| | | | |
07 | | OBTAIN SHAREHOLDER APPROVAL OF CERTAIN FUTURE DEATH BENEFIT ARRANGEMENTS | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
| | | | |
08 | | ADOPT AN ANNUAL VOTE ON EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
| | | | |
09 | | ADOPT A RECAPITALIZATION PLAN | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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ECLIPSYS CORP |
| | | |
Security | | 278856109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | ECLP | | Meeting Date | | 13-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US2788561098 | | Agenda | | 933029907 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 JOHN T. CASEY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 JAY B. PIEPER | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | TO RATIFY THE SELECTION OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE CURRENT FISCAL YEAR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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KOHL’S CORPORATION |
| | | |
Security | | 500255104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | KSS | | Meeting Date | | 14-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US5002551043 | | Agenda | | 933019538 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PETER BONEPARTH | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: STEVEN A. BURD | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN F. HERMA | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DALE E. JONES | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WILLIAM S. KELLOGG | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: KEVIN MANSELL | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: R. LAWRENCE MONTGOMERY | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: FRANK V. SICA | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PETER M. SOMMERHAUSER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: STEPHANIE A. STREETER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1K | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: STEPHEN E. WATSON | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFY APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING THE AMENDMENT OF THE COMPANY’S ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
| | | | | | |
THE CHARLES SCHWAB CORPORATION |
| | | |
Security | | 808513105 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | SCHW | | Meeting Date | | 14-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US8085131055 | | Agenda | | 933022636 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: NANCY H. BECHTLE | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WALTER W. BETTINGER II | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: C. PRESTON BUTCHER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING DEATH BENEFITS | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING CORPORATE EXECUTIVE BONUS PLAN | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
| | | | | | |
QUEST DIAGNOSTICS INCORPORATED |
| | | |
Security | | 74834L100 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | DGX | | Meeting Date | | 14-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US74834L1008 | | Agenda | | 933066676 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JENNE K. BRITELL, PH.D. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GAIL R. WILENSKY, PH.D. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN B. ZIEGLER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | TO APPROVE AMENDMENTS TO THE EMPLOYEE LONG- TERM INCENTIVE PLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | TO APPROVE AMENDMENTS TO THE LONG-TERM INCENTIVE PLAN FOR NON-EMPLOYEE DIRECTORS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
NORDSTROM, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 655664100 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | JWN | | Meeting Date | | 19-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US6556641008 | | Agenda | | 933040521 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PHYLLIS J. CAMPBELL | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ENRIQUE HERNANDEZ, JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT G. MILLER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: BLAKE W. NORDSTROM | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ERIK B. NORDSTROM | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PETER E. NORDSTROM | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PHILIP G. SATRE | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT D. WALTER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ALISON A. WINTER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | APPROVAL OF EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT BONUS PLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
THERMO FISHER SCIENTIFIC INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 883556102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | TMO | | Meeting Date | | 20-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US8835561023 | | Agenda | | 933042400 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 JUDY C. LEWENT | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 PETER J. MANNING | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 JIM P. MANZI | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 ELAINE S. ULLIAN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE AUDIT COMMITTEE’S SELECTION OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT AUDITORS FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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SOUTHWEST AIRLINES CO. |
| | | |
Security | | 844741108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | LUV | | Meeting Date | | 20-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US8447411088 | | Agenda | | 933057588 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 DAVID W. BIEGLER | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 2 C. WEBB CROCKETT | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 3 WILLIAM H. CUNNINGHAM | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 4 JOHN G. DENISON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 5 TRAVIS C. JOHNSON | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 6 GARY C. KELLY | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 7 NANCY B. LOEFFLER | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 8 JOHN T. MONTFORD | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 9 DANIEL D. VILLANUEVA | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | APPROVAL OF THE SOUTHWEST AIRLINES CO. AMENDED AND RESTATED 1991 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | RATIFICATION OF THE SELECTION OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT AUDITORS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | REINCORPORATION IN A SHAREHOLDER-FRIENDLY STATE. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
| | | | |
05 | | ADOPTION OF PRINCIPLES FOR HEALTH CARE REFORM. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
| | | | | | |
KNIGHT TRANSPORTATION, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 499064103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | KNX | | Meeting Date | | 21-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US4990641031 | | Agenda | | 933045266 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 GARY J. KNIGHT | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 G.D. MADDEN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 KATHRYN L. MUNRO | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE AND RATIFY THE KNIGHT TRANSPORTATION, INC. EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | APPROVE & RATIFY AN AMENDMENT & RESTATEMENT OF 2003 STOCK OPTION PLAN (“2003 STOCK OPTION PLAN”), (I) RENAMES PLAN THE KNIGHT TRANSPORTATION, INC. AMENDED AND RESTATED 2003 STOCK OPTION AND EQUITY COMPENSATION PLAN,” (II) PROVIDES ADDITIONAL TERMS AND ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES APPLICABLE TO RESTRICTED STOCK GRANTS, & (III) AUTHORIZES THE ISSUANCE OF STOCK APPRECIATION RIGHTS. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE AND RATIFY A ONE-TIME STOCK OPTION EXCHANGE PROGRAM FOR EMPLOYEES, ALONG WITH AN ACCOMPANYING AMENDMENT TO THE 2003 STOCK OPTION PLAN TO PERMIT SUCH EXCHANGE. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
05 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR FISCAL 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
SEI INVESTMENTS COMPANY |
| | | |
Security | | 784117103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | SEIC | | Meeting Date | | 21-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US7841171033 | | Agenda | | 933049391 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 CARMEN V. ROMEO | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 2 RICHARD B. LIEB | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS SEI INVESTMENTS COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
DEAN FOODS COMPANY |
| | | |
Security | | 242370104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | DF | | Meeting Date | | 21-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US2423701042 | | Agenda | | 933053706 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 JANET HILL | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 HECTOR M. NEVARES | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | PROPOSAL TO AMEND THE DEAN FOODS COMPANY 2007 STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS INDEPENDENT AUDITOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
GENZYME CORPORATION |
| | | |
Security | | 372917104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | GENZ | | Meeting Date | | 21-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US3729171047 | | Agenda | | 933056132 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | RE-ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DOUGLAS A. BERTHIAUME | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | RE-ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GAIL K. BOUDREAUX | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | RE-ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT J. CARPENTER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1D | | RE-ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CHARLES L. COONEY | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1E | | RE-ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: VICTOR J. DZAU | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1F | | RE-ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: SENATOR CONNIE MACK III | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1G | | RE-ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RICHARD F. SYRON | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1H | | RE-ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: HENRI A. TERMEER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | A PROPOSAL TO AMEND THE 2004 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF SHARES OF COMMON STOCK AVAILABLE FOR ISSUANCE UNDER THE PLAN BY 2,500,000 SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | A PROPOSAL TO APPROVE THE 2009 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | A PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE AUDIT COMMITTEE’S SELECTION OF INDEPENDENT AUDITORS FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
CERNER CORPORATION |
| | | |
Security | | 156782104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | CERN | | Meeting Date | | 22-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US1567821046 | | Agenda | | 933059405 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 CLIFFORD W. ILLIG | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 WILLIAM B. NEAVES, PH.D | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS THE INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM OF CERNER CORPORATION FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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THE HOME DEPOT, INC. |
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Security | | 437076102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | HD | | Meeting Date | | 28-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US4370761029 | | Agenda | | 933042866 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: F. DUANE ACKERMAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID H. BATCHELDER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: FRANCIS S. BLAKE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ARI BOUSBIB | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GREGORY D. BRENNEMAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ALBERT P. CAREY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ARMANDO CODINA | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: BONNIE G. HILL | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: KAREN L. KATEN | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS THE INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM OF THE COMPANY FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JANUARY 31, 2010. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO AMEND THE SIXTH ARTICLE OF THE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION TO ALLOW HOLDERS OF AT LEAST 25% OF SHARES OF THE COMPANY’S OUTSTANDING COMMON STOCK TO CALL A SPECIAL MEETING OF SHAREHOLDERS. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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04 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING CUMULATIVE VOTING. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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05 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING SPECIAL SHAREHOLDER MEETINGS. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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06 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING EMPLOYMENT DIVERSITY REPORT. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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07 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING EXECUTIVE OFFICER COMPENSATION. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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08 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING ENERGY USAGE. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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JUNIPER NETWORKS, INC. |
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Security | | 48203R104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | JNPR | | Meeting Date | | 28-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US48203R1041 | | Agenda | | 933053833 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 SCOTT KRIENS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 STRATTON SCLAVOS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 WILLIAM R. STENSRUD | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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02 | | APPROVAL OF: (I) THE PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE JUNIPER NETWORKS, INC. 2006 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN (THE “2006 PLAN”), AND (II) THE MATERIAL TERMS OF THE 2006 PLAN FOR PURPOSES OF COMPLYING WITH INTERNAL REVENUE CODE SECTION 162(M). | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | RATIFICATION OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP, AN INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM, AS AUDITORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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LOWE’S COMPANIES, INC. |
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Security | | 548661107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | LOW | | Meeting Date | | 29-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US5486611073 | | Agenda | | 933047359 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 PETER C. BROWNING | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 MARSHALL O. LARSEN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 STEPHEN F. PAGE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 O. TEMPLE SLOAN, JR. | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO APPROVE AMENDMENTS TO THE COMPANY’S 2006 LONG TERM INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | TO APPROVE AMENDMENTS TO LOWE’S ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION ELIMINATING ALL REMAINING SUPERMAJORITY VOTE REQUIREMENTS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING REINCORPORATING IN NORTH DAKOTA. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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06 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING HEALTH CARE REFORM PRINCIPLES. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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07 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING SEPARATING THE ROLES OF CHAIRMAN AND CEO. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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DICK’S SPORTING GOODS, INC. |
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Security | | 253393102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | DKS | | Meeting Date | | 03-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | US2533931026 | | Agenda | | 933058186 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 WILLIAM J. COLOMBO | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 DAVID I. FUENTE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 LARRY D. STONE | | | | For | | For |
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2 | | RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTRED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. | | Management | | For | | For |
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AUTODESK, INC. |
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Security | | 052769106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ADSK | | Meeting Date | | 11-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | US0527691069 | | Agenda | | 933075548 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CARL BASS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CRAWFORD W. BEVERIDGE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: J. HALLAM DAWSON | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PER-KRISTIAN HALVORSEN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: SEAN M. MALONEY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ELIZABETH A. NELSON | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CHARLES J. ROBEL | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: STEVEN M. WEST | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS AUTODESK’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JANUARY 31, 2010. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE THE 2010 OUTSIDE DIRECTORS’ STOCK PLAN. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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SALESFORCE.COM, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 79466L302 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | CRM | | Meeting Date | | 11-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | US79466L3024 | | Agenda | | 933082682 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 CRAIG RAMSEY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 SANFORD ROBERTSON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 MAYNARD WEBB | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JANUARY 31, 2010. | | Management | | For | | For |
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INVERNESS MEDICAL INNOVATIONS, INC. |
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Security | | 46126P106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | IMA | | Meeting Date | | 18-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | US46126P1066 | | Agenda | | 933082024 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 CAROL R. GOLDBERG | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 JAMES ROOSEVELT, JR. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 RON ZWANZIGER | | | | For | | For |
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2 | | APPROVAL OF AN INCREASE TO THE NUMBER OF SHARES OF COMMON STOCK AVAILABLE FOR ISSUANCE UNDER THE INVERNESS MEDICAL INNOVATIONS, INC. 2001 STOCK OPTION AND INCENTIVE PLAN BY 1,000,000, FROM 11,074,081 TO 12,074,081. | | Management | | For | | For |
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3 | | APPROVAL OF AN INCREASE TO THE NUMBER OF SHARES OF COMMON STOCK AVAILABLE FOR ISSUANCE UNDER THE INVERNESS MEDICAL INNOVATIONS, INC. 2001 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN BY 1,000,000, FROM 1,000,000 TO 2,000,000. | | Management | | For | | For |
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4 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF BDO SEIDMAN, LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS FOR OUR FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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MACQUARIE GROUP LIMITED |
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Security | | Q57085104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 23-Jul-2008 |
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ISIN | | AU000000MQG1 | | Agenda | | 701647197 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Receive the financial report, the Directors’ report and the Auditor’s report of Macquarie for the YE 31 MAR 2008 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2. | | Adopt the remuneration report of Macquarie for the YE 31 MAR 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Re-elect Dr. H.M. Nugent as a voting Director of Macquarie | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Elect Dr. J.R. Niland as a voting Director of Macquarie effective on the conclusion of this meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Elect Mr. P.M. Kirby as a voting Director effective on the conclusion of this meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Approve the participation in the Macquarie group Employee Share Option Plan [Plan] as to maximum of 243,900 options, by Mr. NW Moore, Managing Director or, if Mr. Moore so elects, a controlled Company, as specified and acquisition accordingly by Mr. NW Moore or his controlled Company of options up to the stated maximum and, in consequence of exercise of those options, of ordinary shares of Macquarie, all in accordance with the terms of the plan and on the basis, as specified | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Approve to issue of up to 6,000,000 Macquarie convertible preference securities by Macquarie capital loans Management Limited [ABN 18 077 595 012] [Issuer] as the responsible entity of the Macquarie CPS Trust, on the terms and conditions, as specified | | Management | | For | | For |
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CARREFOUR SA, PARIS |
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Security | | F13923119 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 28-Jul-2008 |
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ISIN | | FR0000120172 | | Agenda | | 701628870 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries,-on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global-Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN MIX MEETING. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Ratify the appointment of Mr. Bernard Arnault as a Member of the Supervisory Board, to replace Mr. Robert Halley, for the remainder of Mr. Robert Halley’s term of office | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.2 | | Approve to decides that the Company, instead of being ruled by an Executive Committee and a Supervisory Board, shall be ruled by a Board of Director and a General Manager, it notes that the present resolution cancels the terms of office of the Members of the Executive Committee and of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.3 | | Approve to cancel the drawing from a distributable profit of the required sum to be paid to the shareholders, as first dividend, i.e a 6 % interest on the amount released and not refunded their shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.4 | | Approve to overhaul the Articles of the Bylaws in order to adapt them to the legal provisions in force | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.5 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and approve to transfer to the Board of Directors the authorization previously granted to the Executive Committee by the extraordinary shareholders’ meetings of 15 APR 2008 [Resolutions 12, 13, 14] and 30 APR 2007 [Resolution 10] | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.6 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and approve to transfer to the Board of Directors the authorization previously granted to the Executive Committee by the ordinary shareholders’ meeting of 15 APR 2008 in its Resolution 11 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.7 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint Mr. Rene Abate as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.8 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint Mr. Bernard Arnault as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.9 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint Mr. Sebastien Bazin as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.10 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint Mr. Nicolas Bazire as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.11 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint Mr. Jean Laurent Bonnafe as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.12 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint Mr. Thierry Breton as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.13 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, appoint Mr. Rene Brillet as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.14 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint Mr. Charles Edelstenne as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.15 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint Mr. Jean Martin Folz as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.16 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint Mr. Jose Luis Leal Maldonado as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.17 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint Mr. Amauryde Seze as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.18 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint Mrs. Anne Claire Taittinger as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.19 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint the Members of the Board of Directors for a 3 year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.20 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and approve to award total annual fees of EUR 900,000.00 to the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.21 | | Grants full powers to the bearer of an original, a copy or extract of the minutes of this meeting to carry out all filings, publications and other formalities prescribed By-Law | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO CHANGE IN MEETING DATE AND RECORD DATE. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO CHANGE IN SECOND CALL DATE. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
UBISOFT ENTERTAINMENT, MONTREUIL
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Security | | F9396N106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 22-Sep-2008 |
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ISIN | | FR0000054470 | | Agenda | | 701684804 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A MIX MEETING. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Receive the reports of the Board of Directors and the Auditors, approve the Company’s financial statements for the YE on 31 MAR 2008; as presented earnings for the FY EUR 75,212,163 accordingly, grant permanent discharge to the Directors for the performance of their duties during the said FY | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Approve the recommendations of the Board of Directors and resolves that the income for FY be appropriated as follows: earnings for the FY: EUR 75,212,163.38 legal reserves EUR 12,823.40, other reserves: EUR 75,199,399.98 in accordance with the regulations in force, the shareholders meeting recalls that no dividend was paid for the previous 3 FY | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Receive the reports of the Board of Directors and the Auditors, approve the consolidated financial statements for the said FY | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Receive the special report of the Auditors on agreements governed by Article L.225.40 of the French Commercial Code and approve the Agreements, referred to therein | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to buy back the Company’s shares on the open market, subject to the conditions specified: maximum purchase price: EUR 120.00, maximum number of shares to be acquired: 10% of the share capital, maximum funds invested in the share buybacks: EUR 555,578,304.00; [Authority expires at the end of 18-month period]; the shareholders meeting delegates all powers to the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities this authorization supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders by the meeting 04 JUL 2007 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.6 | | Grant full powers to the bearer of an original, a copy or extract of the minutes of this meeting to carry out all filings, publications and other formalities prescribed by Law | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.7 | | Grant authority to the Board of Directors to reduce the share capital on one or more occasions and its sole discretion, by canceling all or part of the shares held by the Company in connection with a stock repurchase plan up to a maximum of 10% of the share capital over a 24 month period, [Authority expires at the end of 18 month period] the shareholders meeting delegates all powers to the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities, the share holders meeting delegates to the Board of Directors all powers to charge the share issuance costs against the related premiums this authorization supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders by the meeting 04 JUL 2007 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.8 | | Authorize the Board of Directors the necessary powers to increase the capital, on 1 or more occasions in France or abroad, by a maximum nominal amount of EUR 2,000,000.00 by issuance, with preferred subscription rights maintained, of shares and or account securities this amount shall count against the overall value of EUR 4,000,000.00 set forth in resolution number 16 the maximum nominal amount of debt securities which may be issued shall not exceed EUR 400,000,000.00 this amount is common to issued under the delegation of present shareholders meeting [Authority expires at the end of 26 month period]; this delegation of powers supersedes any and all earlier delegation to the same effect the shareholders meeting delegates all powers to the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities, the shareholders’ meeting delegates to the Board of Directors, all powers to charge the share issuance costs against the related premiums | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.9 | | Authorize the Board of Directors the necessary powers to increase the capital, on 1 or more occasions in France or abroad, by a maximum nominal amount of EUR 2,000,000.00 by issuance, with preferred subscription rights maintained, of shares and or securities the maximum nominal amount of debt securities which may be issued shall not exceed EUR 400,000,000.00 this amount is common to all securities which may be issued under the delegation of present shareholders meeting [Authority expires at the end of 26 month period]; this delegation of powers supersedes any and all earlier delegation to the same effect the shareholders meeting delegates all powers to the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities, the shareholders’ meeting delegates to the Board of Directors, all powers to charge the share issuance costs against the related premiums | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.10 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital, on 1 or more occasions at its sole discretion, in favor of employees and corporate officers of the Company and related Companies who are Members of a Company Savings Plan; [Authority expires at the end of 26 month period] and for a nominal amount that shall not exceed 0.2% of the share capital; this amount shall count against the overall value set forth in resolution number 16 the shareholders meeting decides to cancel the shareholders preferential subscription rights the shareholders meeting Delegates all powers to the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities, the shareholders’ meeting delegates to the Board of Directors all powers to charge the share issuance costs against the related premiums and deduct from the premiums the amounts necessary to raise the legal reserves to one tenth of the new capital after each increase, this delegation powers supersedes any and all earlier Delegations to the same effect | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.11 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to proceed in 1 or more issue, with the issuance of warrants giving right to subscribe to shares the amount of shares which may be subscribed or purchased by the beneficiaries of warrants shall not exceed 3.4 % of the share capital party contact narrative the nominal amount of the share capital increase to be carried out under this delegation shall count against the overall value set forth in resolution number 16 the shareholders meeting resolves to waive the preferential subscription rights of the share holders to the warrants giving right to subscribe to shares the shareholders meeting delegates all powers to the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities to charge the share issuance costs against the related premiums and deduct from the premiums the amount necessary to raise the legal reserves to one tenth of the new capital after each increase this authorization granted to shareholders meeting of 04 JUL 2007 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.12 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to grant for free, on 1 or more occasions existing or future shares, in favour of the employees and corporate officers of the Company and related Companies they may not represent more than 1% of the share capital [Authority expires at the end of 38 month period] and for a nominal amount of share capital increase to be carried out under this delegation shall count against the overall value of EUR 4,000,000.00 set forth in resolution number 16 the share holders meeting decides to cancel the shareholders preferential subscription rights the shareholders meeting Delegates all powers to the Board of Directors all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities this authorization supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders meeting of 04 JUL 2007 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.13 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital, on 1 or more occasions, at its sole discretion, in favour of the employees and corporate officers of the Company [Authority expires at the end of 18 month period] and for a nominal amount that shall not exceed 0.4 % of the share capital this amount shall count against the overall value of EUR 4,000,000.00 set forth in resolution number 16 the shareholders meeting decides to cancel the shareholders preferential subscription rights the shareholders meeting Delegates all powers to the Board of Directors all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities this delegation supersedes any and all earlier delegation to the same effect | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.14 | | Authorize the Board of Directors the necessary powers to increase the capital, on 1 or more occasions in France or abroad, by a maximum nominal amount of EUR 2,000,000.00 by issuance of shares and or securities; [Authority expires at the end of 18 month period]; this amount shall count against the overall value set forth in resolution number 16 the shareholder meeting decides to cancel the shareholders preferential subscription rights; the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities the shareholders meetings delegates to the Board of Directors, all powers to chare the share issuance costs against the related premiums this supersedes any and all earlier delegation to the same effect | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.15 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital, up to 10% of the share capital, by way of issuing the shares or securities giving access to the capital, in consideration for the contributions in kind granted to the Company and comprised of capital securities or securities giving access to share capital, this amount shall count against the overall values set forth in resolution number 16 [Authority expires at the end of the 26 months] approve to cancel the shareholders’ preferential subscription rights, authorize the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities, this delegation of powers supersedes any and all earlier delegations to the same effect | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.16 | | Approve the maximal nominal amount of the capital increases ton be carried out under the delegations of authority number 8,9,10,11,12,13,14 and 15 shall not exceed EUR 4,000,000.00 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.17 | | Receive the report of the Board of Directors, the shareholders meeting decides that the various delegations given by the resolutions N 8 to 15 at the present meeting shall be used in whole or in part in accordance with the legal provisions in force, during periods when cash or stock tender offers are in effect for the Company’s share for an 18 month period, starting from the date of the present meeting, authorize the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.18 | | Approve to divide by 2 nominal value of the shares from EUR 0.155 to EUR 0.0775 the shareholders’ and authorize the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all formalities; amend the Article No 4 of the By laws | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.19 | | Grant full powers to the Bearer of an original, a copy or extract of the minutes of this meeting to carry out all filings, publications and other formalities prescribed By Law | | Management | | For | | For |
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MISYS PLC |
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Security | | G61572148 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 30-Sep-2008 |
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ISIN | | GB0003857850 | | Agenda | | 701687139 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Receive the 2008 Directors report the financial statements and the auditors report | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the remuneration report | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Declare a final dividend of 4.95p per ordinary share | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Re-elect Mr. Al-Noor Ramji as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Re-appoint the Auditors and authorize the Directors to set their remuneration | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Authorize the Directors to allot relevant securities generally | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.7 | | Authorize the Directors to allot securities for cash within specified limits | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.8 | | Grant authority to purchase of own shares in the market | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Grant authority to the making of EU political donations | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.10 | | Adopt new Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
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11. | | Approve to establish the Misys Omnibus Share Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
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12. | | Grant authority to offer plans similar to the Misys Omnibus Share Plan in overseas territories | | Management | | For | | For |
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13. | | Approve to establish the Misys Share Incentive Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
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14. | | Grant authority to offer plans similar to the Misys Share Incentive Plan in overseas territories | | Management | | For | | For |
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MISYS PLC |
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Security | | G61572148 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 06-Oct-2008 |
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ISIN | | GB0003857850 | | Agenda | | 701698930 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO CHANGE IN MEETING DATE. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve the merger of the Company’s subsidiary Misys Healthcare and Patriot Merger Company, LLC, a subsidiary of Allscripts, approve the purchase by the Company or its Designee of either 18,857,152 or 18,957,152 shares of newly issued Allscripts common stock | | Management | | For | | For |
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UNILEVER PLC |
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Security | | 904767704 | | Meeting Type | | Special |
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Ticker Symbol | | UL | | Meeting Date | | 28-Oct-2008 |
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ISIN | | US9047677045 | | Agenda | | 932963172 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | TO ELECT MR P POLMAN AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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SONIC HEALTHCARE LIMITED |
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Security | | Q8563C107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 20-Nov-2008 |
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ISIN | | AU000000SHL7 | | Agenda | | 701737530 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | To receive and consider the financial report of the Company, the Directors’ re-port and the Auditor’s report for the FYE 30 JUN 2008 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Re-elect Mr. Peter Campbell as a Director of the Company, who retires in accordance with Article 71 of the Company’s Constitution | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Re-elect Mr. Lou Panaccio as a Director of the Company, who retires in accordance with Article 71 of the Company’s Constitution | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Re-elect Mr. Chris Wilks as a Director of the Company, who retires in accordance with Article 71 of the Company’s Constitution | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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4. | | Adopt the remuneration report for the FYE 30 JUN 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Approve, for the purposes of ASX Listing Rule 7.4 to the issue by the Company on 10 OCT of 4,939,366 ordinary shares to the underwriter of the Dividend Reinvestment Plan of the Company [DRP] in relation to the 2008 final dividend of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Approve, for the purposes of ASX Listing Rule 7.2 and all other purposes, the issue of options, and shares following the valid exercise of such options, under and in accordance with the terms of the Sonic Healthcare Limited Employee Option Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Approve, for the purposes of ASX Listing Rule 10.14 and all other purposes, the issue to, and the acquisition by Dr. Colin Goldschmidt of 1,750,000 options under the Sonic Health Care Limited Employee Option Plan and subsequently up to 1,750,000 ordinary shares in the Company following the valid exercise of any such options subject to the terms and conditions as specified | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Approve, for the purposes of ASX Listing Rule 10.14 and all other purposes, the issue to, and the acquisition by Mr. Chris Wilks of 875,000 options under the Sonic Health Care Limited Employee Option Plan and subsequently up to 875,000 ordinary shares in the Company following the valid exercise of any such options subject to the terms and conditions as specified | | Management | | For | | For |
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MISYS PLC |
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Security | | G61572148 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 09-Dec-2008 |
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ISIN | | GB0003857850 | | Agenda | | 701772609 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Approve, the proposed amendment [the Proposed Amendment] to the Allscripts Healthcare Solutions, Inc., the amended and restated 1993 Stock Incentive Plan [the 1993 Plan] to increase the maximum number of shares of common stock of Allscripts-Misys Healthcare Solutions, Inc., [Allscripts-Misys Shares] that may be issued pursuant to grants made under the 1993 Plan by 10,000,000 Allscripts-Misys Shares, taking the total number of Allscripts-Misys Shares that can be issued pursuant to the 1993 Plan to 21,593,489 plus shares attributable to awards that were forfeited or cancelled under the predecessor plans and as specified relating to the Proposed Amendment issued by the Company on 20 NOV 2008, and all documents which the Board of Directors of the Company or any duly authorized Committee thereof may determine are required or are expedient to give effect to the Proposed Amendment; authorize the Company and/or Allscripts-Misys Healthcare Solutions, Inc., to enter into any such documents and that the Board of Directors of the Company or any duly authorized Committee thereof to make such modifications, variations, waivers and extensions of any of the terms or conditions of the Proposed Amendment and of any such documents [provided such modifications, variations, waivers or extensions are not of a material nature] as, in their absolute discretion, they think necessary or desirable and to do all such things as, in their absolute discretion, may be necessary or desirable to complete and give effect to, or otherwise in connection with, the Proposed Amendment and any matters incidental thereto | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO RECEIPT OF CONSERVATIVE CUT-OFF. IF-YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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HUTCHISON TELECOMMUNICATIONS INTL LTD |
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Security | | G46714104 | | Meeting Type | | Ordinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 11-Dec-2008 |
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ISIN | | KYG467141043 | | Agenda | | 701774754 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT SHAREHOLDERS ARE ALLOWED TO VOTE “FOR” OR “AGAINST” FOR RESOLUTION NUMBER 1. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN EGM. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve and ratify the facility agreement dated 25 NOV 2008 [the Facility Agreement] entered into between Hutchison Telecommunications Finance Company Limited as lender, the Company as principal borrower and Hutchison Facility Agents Limited as facility agent and security trustee in relation to the Facility [as defined in the circular to Shareholders dated 25 NOV 2008 [the Circular]], as specified [including the Cap [as such term is defined in the Circular]], the entering into of the Facility Agreement by the Company and the transactions contemplated by or incidental to the Facility Agreement; and authorize the Directors of the Company, acting together, individually or by Committee, to do all such acts on behalf of the Company as they may consider necessary, desirable or expedient for the purpose of, or in connection with, the implementation and completion of the Facility Agreement and the transactions contemplated by or incidental to the Facility Agreement | | Management | | For | | For |
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AMDOCS LIMITED |
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Security | | G02602103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | DOX | | Meeting Date | | 22-Jan-2009 |
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ISIN | | GB0022569080 | | Agenda | | 932983631 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 BRUCE K. ANDERSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 ADRIAN GARDNER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 CHARLES E. FOSTER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 JAMES S. KAHAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 ZOHAR ZISAPEL | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 DOV BAHARAV | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 JULIAN A. BRODSKY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 ELI GELMAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 NEHEMIA LEMELBAUM | | | | For | | For |
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| | 10 JOHN T. MCLENNAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 11 ROBERT A. MINICUCCI | | | | For | | For |
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| | 12 SIMON OLSWANG | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROVAL OF SPECIAL RESOLUTION AMENDING AND RESTATING THE MEMORANDUM OF INCORPORATION AND ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION AS DESCRIBED IN THE ACCOMPANYING PROXY STATEMENT. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVAL OF CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | RATIFICATION AND APPROVAL OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AND AUTHORIZATION OF AUDIT COMMITTEE OF BOARD TO FIX REMUNERATION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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SIEMENS AG, MUENCHEN |
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Security | | D69671218 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 27-Jan-2009 |
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ISIN | | DE0007236101 | | Agenda | | 701785567 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | AS A CONDITION OF VOTING, GERMAN MARKET REGULATIONS REQUIRE THAT YOU DISCLOSE WHETHER YOU HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST IN THIS COMPANY. SHOULD EITHER BE THE CASE, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE SO THAT WE MAY LODGE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS ACCORDINGLY. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST, SUBMIT YOUR VOTE AS NORMAL. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THESE SHARES MAY BE BLOCKED DEPENDING ON SOME SUBCUSTODIANS’ PROCESSING IN THE MARKET. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE TO OBTAIN BLOCKING INFORMATION FOR YOUR ACCOUNTS. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Presentation of the report of the Supervisory Board, the corporate governance and compensation report, and the compliance report for the 2007/2008 FY | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2. | | Presentation of the Company and group financial statements and annual reports for the 2007/2008 FY with the report pursuant to Sections 289(4) and 315(4) of the German Commercial Code | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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3. | | Resolution on the appropriation of the distributable profit of EUR 1,462,725,473.60 as follows: Payment of a dividend of EUR 1.60 per entitled share Ex-dividend and payable date: 28 JAN 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.1. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Rudi Lamprecht [Postponement] | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.2. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Juergen Radomski [Postponement] | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.3. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Uriel J. Sharef [Postponement] | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.4. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Klaus Wucherer [Postponement] | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.5. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Peter Loescher | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.6. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Wolfgang Dehen | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.7. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Heinrich Hiesinger | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.8. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Joe Kaeser | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.9. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Eduardo Montes | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.10. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Jim Reid-Anderson | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.11. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Erich R. Reinhardt | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.12. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Hermann Requardt | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.13. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Siegfried Russwurm | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.14. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Peter Y. Solmssen | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.1. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Gerhard Cromme | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.2. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Ralf Heckmann | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.3. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Josef Ackermann | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.4. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Lothar Adler | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.5. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Jean-Louis Beffa | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.6. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Gerhard Bieletzki | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.7. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Gerd von Brandenstein | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.8. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. John David Coombe | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.9. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Hildegard Cornudet | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.10. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Michael Diekmann | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.11. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Hans Michael Gaul | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.12. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Birgit Grube | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.13. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Peter Gruss | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.14. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Bettina Haller | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.15. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Heinz Hawreliuk | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.16. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Berthold Huber | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.17. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Harald Kern | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.18. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Walter Kroell | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.19. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Nicola Leibinger-Kammueller | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.20. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Michael Mirow | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.21. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Werner Moenius | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.22. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Roland Motzigemba | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.23. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Thomas Rackow | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.24. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Hakan Samuelsson | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.25. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Dieter Scheitor | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.26. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Albrecht Schmidt | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.27. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Henning Schulte-Noelle | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.28. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Rainer Sieg | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.29. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Peter von Siemens | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.30. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Jerry I. Speyer | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.31. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Birgit Steinborn | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.32. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Iain Vallance of Tummel | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Appointment of auditors for the 2008/2009 FY: Ernst + Young AG, Stuttgart | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Authorization to acquire own shares, the Company shall be authorized to acquire own shares of up to 10% of its share capital, at prices neither more than 10% above nor more than 20% below the market price, between 01 MAR 2009, and 26 JUL 2010, the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized to retire the shares, to use the shares within the scope of the Company’s stock option plans, to issue the shares to employees and executives of the Company, and to use the shares to fulfill conversion or option rights | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Authorization to use derivatives for the acquisition of own shares Supplementary to item 7, the Company shall be authorized to use call and put options for the purpose of acquiring own shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Resolution on the creation of authorized capital, and the corresponding amendments to the Articles of Association, the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized, with the consent of the Supervisory Board, to increase the share capital by up to EUR 520,800,000 through the issue of up to 173,600,000 new registered shares against cash payment, on or before 26 JAN 2014, shareholders shall be granted subscription rights, except for the issue of shares against payment in kind, for residual amounts, for the granting of subscription rights to bondholders, and for the issue of shares at a price not materially below their market price | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Resolution on the authorization to issue convertible or warrant bonds, the creation of new contingent capital, and the corresponding amendments to the Articles of Association, the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized to issue bonds of up to EUR 15,000,000,000, conferring a convertible or option right for up to 200,000,000 new shares, on or before 26 JAN 2014, shareholders shall be granted subscription rights, except for the issue of bonds at a price not materially below their theoretical market value, for residual amounts, and for the granting of subscription rights to holders of previously issued convertible or option rights, the Company’s share capital shall be increased accordingly by up to EUR 600,000,000 through the issue of new registered shares, insofar as convertible or option rights are exercised | | Management | | For | | For |
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11. | | Resolution on the revision of the Supervisory Board remuneration, and the corresponding amendments to the Articles of Association, the members of the Supervisory Board shall receive a fixed annual remuneration of EUR 50,000, plus a variable remuneration of EUR 150 per EUR 0.01 of the earnings per share in excess of EUR 1, plus a further variable remuneration of EUR 250 per EUR 0.01 by which the three-year average earnings per share exceed EUR 2, the Chairman shall receive three times, and the Deputy Chairman one and a half times, the amounts Committee members shall be granted further remuneration, all members shall receive an attendance fee of EUR 1,000 per meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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12. | | Amendment to the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | COUNTER PROPOSALS HAVE BEEN RECEIVED FOR THIS MEETING. A LINK TO THE COUNTER PROPOSAL INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE IN THE MATERIAL URL SECTION OF THE APPLICATION. IF YOU WISH TO ACT ON THESE ITEMS, YOU WILL NEED TO REQUEST A MEETING ATTEND AND VOTE YOUR SHARES AT THE COMPANYS MEETING. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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FINANCIERE MARC DE LACHARRIERE (FIMALAC), PARIS |
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Security | | F3534D120 | | Meeting Type | | Ordinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 10-Feb-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000037947 | | Agenda | | 701799491 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A MIX MEETING. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve to accept the consolidated financial statements and statutory reports | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Approve the financial statements and statutory reports | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve the Auditor’s special report regarding related party transactions | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Approve the allocation of income and dividends of EUR 1.50 per Share | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Re-elect Mr. Bernard Pierre as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.6 | | Appoint Pierre Mercadal as an Alternate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.7 | | Approve the remuneration of the Directors in the aggregate amount of EUR 320,000 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.8 | | Grant authority for the repurchase of up to 10% of issued share capital | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.9 | | Grant authority for the issuance of equity or equity-linked securities with preemptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 230 million | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.10 | | Grant authority for the issuance of equity or equity-linked securities without preemptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 150 million | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.11 | | Grant authority for the capital increase of up to EUR 100 million for future exchange offers | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.12 | | Grant authority for the capital increase of up to 10% of issued capital for future acquisitions | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.13 | | Approve to set global limit for capital increase to result from issuance requests without preemptive rights under items 10 to 12 at EUR 150 million | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.14 | | Approve to set global limit for capital increase to result from issuance requests with and without preemptive rights under items 9 to 12 at EUR 230 million | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.15 | | Grant authority for the capitalization of reserves of up to EUR 300 million for bonus issue or increase in par value | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.16 | | Approve the Employee Stock Purchase Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.17 | | Approve the reduction in share capital via cancellation of repurchased shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.18 | | Grant authority for the filing of required documents/other formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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CLUB MEDITERRANEE |
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Security | | F18690101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 20-Feb-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000121568 | | Agenda | | 701800268 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A MIX MEETING. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve, the reports of the Board of Directors, of the Chairman of the Board of Directors on the conditions for the preparation and the organization of the work of the Board and on the internal audit procedures and the Auditors, the Company’s financial statements for the YE on 31 OCT 2008, as presented, accordingly, Grant discharge to the Board of Directors for the performance of its duties during the said FY | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Receive the reports of the Board of Directors, of the Chairman of the Board of Directors on the conditions for the preparation and the organization of the work of the Board and on the internal audit procedures and the Auditors, approve the consolidated financial statements for the said FY, in the form presented to the meeting, showing net profit group share of EUR 1,000,000.00 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve to resolves to record the loss for the year of EUR 1,230,475.00 as a deficit in retained earnings, following this appropriation, the retained earnings account will show a new debit balance of EUR 297,476,281.00, as required Bylaw, it is reminded that, for the last 3 financial years, the dividends paid, were as follows: number of shares remunerated: 19,358,005.00 for FY 2004 2005, number of shares remunerated: 19,358,005.00 for FY 2005 2006, number of shares remunerated: 19,370,705.00 for FY 2006 2007 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Receive the special report of the Auditors on Agreements Governed by Articles L. 225-38 ET SEQ. of the French Commercial Code, approve the agreements entered into or which were carried out during the FY | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.5 | | Receive the special report of the Auditors on commitments governed by Article L. 225-42-1 of the French Commercial Code, approve the commitment related to Mr. Henri Giscard D’estaing | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.6 | | Receive the special report of the Auditors on commitments governed by Article L. 225-42-1 of the French Commercial Code, approve the commitment related to Mr. Michel Wolfovski | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.7 | | Approve to award total annual fees of EUR 305,000.00 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.8 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to trade in the Company’s shares on the stock market, subject to the conditions described below: maximum purchase price: EUR 70.00, maximum number of shares to be acquired: 10% of the number of shares comprising the share capital, i.e. 19,377,905 shares, maximum funds invested in the share buybacks: EUR 135,645,370.00 on the basis of the 19,377,905 shares existing on 31 OCT 2008, [Authority is given for an 18 month period], it supersedes the one granted by the shareholders’ meeting of 11 MAR 2008 in its resolution number 15, to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.9 | | Grants full powers to the bearer of an original, a copy or extract of the minutes of this meeting to carry out all filings, publications and other formalities prescribed by Law | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.10 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase on one or more occasions, at its sole discretion, in France or abroad, the share capital to a maximum nominal amount of EUR 50,000,000.00, by issuance, with the shareholders’ preferred subscription rights maintained, of shares or various securities, the nominal amount of debt securities issued shall not exceed EUR 300,000,000.00, [Authority is given for a 26 month period], it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization given by the shareholders’ meeting of 08 MAR 2007 in resolution nr 17, to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.11 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase on one or more occasions, at its sole discretion, in France or abroad, the share capital to a maximum nominal amount of EUR 20,000,000.00, by issuance, with cancellation of the shareholders’ preferred subscription rights, of shares or various securities, the nominal amount of debt securities issued shall not exceed EUR 300,000,000.00, [Authority is given for a 26 month period], it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization given by the shareholders’ meeting of 08 MAR 2007 in resolution nr 18, to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.12 | | Authorize the Board of Directors and within the limit of 10% of the Company’s share capital per year, to set the issue price of the shares or other various securities to be issued, in accordance with the terms and conditions determined by the shareholders meeting this delegation of power supersedes the fraction unused of the one given by the shareholders’ meeting of 08 MAR 2007 in resolution nr 19; [Authority is given for a 26 month period] | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.13 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to issue Company’s equity securities or securities giving access to the Company’s share capital, in consideration for securities tendered in a public exchange offer initiated by the Company concerning the shares of another Company, the maximal nominal amount of capital increases to be carried out under this delegation of authority shall not exceed EUR 20,000,000.00, [Authority is given for a 26 month period], it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization given by the shareholders’ meeting of 08 MAR 2007 in resolution nr 21, to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.14 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital, up to 10% of the share capital, by way of issuing shares or various securities, in consideration for the contributions in kind granted to the Company and comprised of capital securities or securities giving access to share capital, [Authority is given for a 26 month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization given by the shareholders’ meeting of 08 MAR 2007 in resolution nr 22, to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.15 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to grant, in one or more transaction, to the Employees and Corporate Officers of the Group’s Companies, options giving the right either to subscribe for new shares in the Company to be issued thought a share capital increase, or to purchase existing shares purchased by the Company, it being provided that the options shall not give rights to a total number of shares, which shall exceed the legal limits and the overall ceiling referred to in the resolution nr 19, [Authority is given for a 26 month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization given by the shareholders’ meeting of 08 MAR 2007 in resolution nr 23, to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.16 | | Approve, that the Board of Directors may decide, to increase the number of securities to be issued in the event of a capital increase with or without preferential subscription right of shareholder, at the same price of shareholder, at the same price as the initial issue, within 30 days of the closing of the subscription period and up to a maximum of 15% of the initial issue [Authority is given for a 26 month period] | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.17 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to grant, on one or more occasions, existing or future shares, in favor of the Employees or the Corporate Officers of the Company, they may not represent more than 1% of the share capital, [Authority is given for a 26 month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization given by the shareholders’ meeting of 08 MAR 2007 in resolution nr 25, to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.18 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital, on one or more occasions, at its sole discretion, in favor of the Employees and the Corporate Officers of the Company who are Members of the Company saving Plan, [Authority is given for a 26 month period] and for nominal amount that shall not exceed EUR 5,000,000.00, it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization given by the shareholders’ meeting of 08 MAR 2007 in resolution nr 26, to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.19 | | Approve the overall nominal amount pertaining to the capital increase to be carried out by issuing shares, equity securities or other various securities with the use of the delegation given by resolutions number 10, 11, 12, 13, 15, 16, 17 and 18 shall not exceed EUR 75,000,000.00 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.20 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to reduce the share capital, on one or more occasions, by canceling all or part of the shares held by the Company in connection with a stock repurchase plan, up to a maximum of 10% of the share capital over a 24 month period, [Authority if given for an 18 month period], to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.21 | | Grant full powers to the bearer of an original, a copy or extract of the minutes of this meeting to carry out all filings, publications and other formalities prescribed by Law | | Management | | For | | For |
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ALADDIN KNOWLEDGE SYSTEMS LTD. |
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Security | | M0392N101 | | Meeting Type | | Special |
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Ticker Symbol | | ALDN | | Meeting Date | | 20-Feb-2009 |
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ISIN | | IL0010824030 | | Agenda | | 932995509 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | TO ADOPT AND APPROVE THE AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER, DATED AS OF JANUARY 11, 2009, BY AND AMONG MAGIC LAMP CORP., JASMINE MERGER CORP LTD. AND ALADDIN, APPROVE THE MERGER CONTEMPLATED THEREBY AND APPROVE ALL OTHER TRANSACTIONS CONTEMPLATED BY THE AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER. | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO APPROVE THE ARTICLES AMENDMENT AND CORRESPONDING AMENDMENTS TO THE INDEMNIFICATION AGREEMENTS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO APPROVE THE D&O INSURANCE RENEWAL AND THE PURCHASE OF THE RUN-OFF INSURANCE. | | Management | | For | | For |
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NOVARTIS AG |
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Security | | 66987V109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | NVS | | Meeting Date | | 24-Feb-2009 |
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ISIN | | US66987V1098 | | Agenda | | 932996905 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | APPROVAL OF THE ANNUAL REPORT, FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND GROUP CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE BUSINESS YEAR 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | DISCHARGE FROM LIABILITY OF THE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROPRIATION OF AVAILABLE EARNINGS OF NOVARTIS AG AS PER BALANCE SHEET AND DECLARATION OF DIVIDEND | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | REDUCTION OF SHARE CAPITAL | | Management | | For | | For |
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5A | | AMENDMENTS TO THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION - INTRODUCTION OF A CONSULTATIVE VOTE ON THE REMUNERATION REPORT | | Management | | For | | Against |
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5B | | AMENDMENTS TO THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION - PURPOSE | | Management | | For | | For |
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5C | | AMENDMENTS TO THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION - AUDITORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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6BA | | RE-ELECTION OF PROF. SRIKANT M. DATAR PH.D. FOR A THREE-YEAR TERM | | Management | | For | | For |
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6BB | | RE-ELECTION OF ANDREAS VON PLANTA PH.D. FOR A THREE-YEAR TERM | | Management | | For | | For |
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6BC | | RE-ELECTION OF DR.-ING. WENDELIN WIEDEKING FOR A THREE-YEAR TERM | | Management | | For | | For |
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6BD | | RE-ELECTION OF PROF. ROLF M. ZINKERNAGEL M.D. FOR A THREE-YEAR TERM | | Management | | For | | For |
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6C | | ELECTION OF PROF. WILLIAM BRODY, M.D., PH.D. FOR A THREE-YEAR TERM | | Management | | For | | For |
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07 | | APPOINTMENT OF THE AUDITOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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08 | | ADDITIONAL AND/OR COUNTER-PROPOSALS PRESENTED AT THE MEETING | | Management | | For | | For |
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CARLSBERG AS |
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Security | | K36628137 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 12-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | DK0010181759 | | Agenda | | 701826185 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | IMPORTANT MARKET PROCESSING REQUIREMENT: A BENEFICIAL OWNER SIGNED POWER OF ATTORNEY (POA) IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO LODGE AND EXECUTE YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MARKET. ABSENCE OF A POA, MAY CAUSE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS TO BE REJECTED. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Receive the report on the activities of the Company in the past year | | Management | | Abstain | | Against |
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2. | | Approve the audited annual report and grant discharge to the Board of Directors and the Executive Board from their obligations | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approve the distribution of the profit for the year, including declaration of the dividends | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Authorize the Board of Directors of Carlsberg A/S, with reference to Section 48 of the Danish Public Companies Act, to acquire treasury shares at a nominal value of up to 10% of the nominal share capital at the price quoted on the Copenhagen Stock Exchange at the time of acquisition with a deviation of up to 10%; [Authority expires at the end of next AGM] | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.A | | Authorize the Board of Directors, in the Articles 9[1], Articles 13[1], Articles 13[4], to increase the share capital of the Company by total up to DKK 10,000,000 B-shares to be offered to the employees of the Company; approve, to issue convertible bonds to a maximum amount of DKK 639,000,000, and to raise loans by up to a maximum amount of DKK 200,000,000 against bonds or other instruments of debt with a right to interest, the size of which is entirely or partly related to the dividend paid by the Company as specified | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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5.B | | Amend the Articles 11[3] of the Articles of Association as specified | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Approve, pursuant to the Article 27[3-4] of the Articles of Association, Managing Director Mr. Jens Bigum retires from the Board of Directors and according to the Article 27[3] of the Articles of Association, Professor, D. Pharm. Povl Krogsgaard-Larsen and Professor, D. Econ, Niels Kaergard and Henning B. Dyremose who will retire from the Board of Directors by rotation, Henning Dyremose stands down; re-elect Povl Krogsgaard-Larsen and Niels Kaergard and Richard Burrows and Kees van der Graaf be elected as new members of the Board of Directors | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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7. | | Appoint the KPMG Statsautoriseret Revisionspartnerselskab as state-authorized Public accountant to audit the accounts for the current year | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Authorize the Board of Directors to carry out any such changes and amendments in the material approved, in the Articles of Association and in other relations which the Danish Commerce and Companies Agency may require in order to register the material approved at the AGM | | Management | | For | | For |
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TYCO INTERNATIONAL LTD |
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Security | | G9143X208 | | Meeting Type | | Special |
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Ticker Symbol | | TYC | | Meeting Date | | 12-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | BMG9143X2082 | | Agenda | | 932994418 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | TO CONSIDER AND APPROVE A RESOLUTION TO APPROVE TYCO INTERNATIONAL LTD.’S DISCONTINUANCE FROM BERMUDA AS PROVIDED IN SECTION 132G OF THE COMPANIES ACT 1981 OF BERMUDA AND THE COMPANY’S CHANGE OF DOMICILE TO SCHAFFHAUSEN, SWITZERLAND. | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO CONSIDER AND APPROVE A RESOLUTION THAT WILL HAVE THE EFFECT OF INCREASING OUR REGISTERED SHARE CAPITAL. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO CONSIDER AND APPROVE THE NAME OF TYCO INTERNATIONAL LTD. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | TO CONSIDER AND APPROVE THE CHANGE OF THE CORPORATE PURPOSE OF TYCO INTERNATIONAL LTD. | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | TO CONSIDER AND APPROVE TYCO INTERNATIONAL LTD.’S PROPOSED SWISS ARTICLES OF ASSOCIATION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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06 | | TO CONFIRM SWISS LAW AS THE AUTHORITATIVE LEGISLATION GOVERNING TYCO INTERNATIONAL LTD. | | Management | | For | | For |
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07 | | TO CONFIRM THE PRINCIPAL PLACE OF BUSINESS OF TYCO INTERNATIONAL LTD. AS SCHAFFHAUSEN, SWITZERLAND. | | Management | | For | | For |
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08 | | TO APPOINT PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS AG, ZURICH AS SPECIAL AUDITOR UNTIL TYCO INTERNATIONAL LTD.’S NEXT ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING. | | Management | | For | | For |
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09 | | TO ELECT DELOITTE AG AS OUR STATUTORY AUDITORS FOR A TERM OF ONE YEAR UNTIL TYCO INTERNATIONAL LTD.’S NEXT ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING. | | Management | | For | | For |
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10 | | TO APPROVE THE PAYMENT OF A DIVIDEND THROUGH A REDUCTION OF REGISTERED CAPITAL. | | Management | | For | | For |
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11 | | TO APPROVE THE MOTION TO ADJOURN THE MEETING TO A LATER DATE TO SOLICIT ADDITIONAL PROXIES IF THERE ARE INSUFFICIENT VOTES AT THE TIME OF THE MEETING TO APPROVE THE CHANGE OF DOMICILE. | | Management | | For | | For |
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SK TELECOM CO., LTD. |
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Security | | 78440P108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | SKM | | Meeting Date | | 13-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | US78440P1084 | | Agenda | | 933001620 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | APPROVAL OF FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE 25TH FISCAL YEAR (FROM JANUARY 1, 2008 TO DECEMBER 31, 2008) AS SET FORTH IN ITEM 1 OF THE COMPANY’S AGENDA ENCLOSED HEREWITH. | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROVAL OF CEILING AMOUNT OF THE REMUNERATION FOR DIRECTORS* PROPOSED CEILING AMOUNT OF THE REMUNERATION FOR DIRECTORS IS KRW 12 BILLION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | AMENDMENT TO COMPANY REGULATION ON EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION AS SET FORTH IN ITEM 2 OF THE COMPANY’S AGENDA ENCLOSED HEREWITH. | | Management | | For | | For |
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4A1 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MR. CHEY, JAE WON | | Management | | Abstain | | Against |
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4A2 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MR. JUNG, MAN WON | | Management | | For | | For |
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4B | | ELECTION OF INDEPENDENT NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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4C | | ELECTION OF A MEMBER OF THE AUDIT COMMITTEE. | | Management | | For | | For |
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COVIDIEN LTD. |
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Security | | G2552X108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | COV | | Meeting Date | | 18-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | BMG2552X1083 | | Agenda | | 932993377 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CRAIG ARNOLD | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT H. BRUST | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN M. CONNORS, JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CHRISTOPHER J. COUGHLIN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: TIMOTHY M. DONAHUE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: KATHY J. HERBERT | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RANDALL J. HOGAN, III | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RICHARD J. MEELIA | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DENNIS H. REILLEY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: TADATAKA YAMADA | | Management | | For | | For |
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1K | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOSEPH A. ZACCAGNINO | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROVE AMENDED AND RESTATED 2007 STOCK AND INCENTIVE PLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPOINTMENT OF INDEPENDENT AUDITORS AND AUTHORIZATION OF THE AUDIT COMMITTEE TO SET THE AUDITORS’ REMUNERATION | | Management | | For | | For |
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STRAUMANN HLDG AG |
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Security | | H8300N119 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 20-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | CH0012280076 | | Agenda | | 701820311 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | THE PRACTICE OF SHARE BLOCKING VARIES WIDELY IN THIS MARKET. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE TO OBTAIN BLOCKING INFORMATION FOR YOUR ACCOUNTS. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS THE PART II OF THE MEETING NOTICE SENT UNDER MEETING-522507, INCLUDING THE AGENDA. TO VOTE IN THE UPCOMING MEETING, YOUR NAME MUST BE NOTIFIED TO THE COMPANY REGISTRAR AS BENEFICIAL OWNER BEFORE THE RE-REGISTRATION DEADLINE. PLEASE NOTE THAT THOSE INSTRUCTIONS THAT ARE SUBMITTED AFTER THE CUTOFF DATE WILL BE PROCESSED ON A BEST EFFORT BASIS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve the presentation of the 2008 business report and the reports of the Auditors | | Management | | Abstain | | Against |
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2. | | Approve the 2008 annual report [including the compensation report], the 2008 annual financial statements and the 2008 consolidated financial statements | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approve the appropriation of available earnings | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Grant discharge of the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Amend the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Elect the Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Appoint the Auditors for the year 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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NATURA COSMETICOS SA, SAO PAULO |
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Security | | P7088C106 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 23-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | BRNATUACNOR6 | | Agenda | | 701820638 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT VOTES IN FAVOR ‘AND’ AGAINST IN THE SAME AGENDA ITEM ARE NOT ALLOWED. ONLY VOTES IN FAVOR AND/OR ABSTAIN OR AGAINST AND/OR ABSTAIN ARE ALLOWED. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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A. | | Ratify the amendment of the wording of Article 5 of the Companys Corporate Bylaws relating to the Share Capital and the quantity of Company Shares that are subscribed for and paid in, arising from the exercise of the option to buy or subscribe for common shares issued by the Company, during the year 2008, by the Managers and Employees of the Company, as well as the Managers and Employees of the Companys directly and indirectly controlled Companies, participants in the addenda to the plans for the granting of options to purchase or subscribe for common shares issued by the Company relating to the 2004 calendar year | | Management | | For | | For |
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B. | | Approve to consider the new wording of the program for the granting of options to purchase or subscribe to common shares issued by the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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NATURA COSMETICOS SA, SAO PAULO |
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Security | | P7088C106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 23-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | BRNATUACNOR6 | | Agenda | | 701820640 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | IMPORTANT MARKET PROCESSING REQUIREMENT: A BENEFICIAL OWNER SIGNED POWER OF ATTORNEY (POA) IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO LODGE AND EXECUTE YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MARKET. ABSENCE OF A POA, MAY CAUSE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS TO BE REJECTED. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT VOTES IN FAVOR ‘AND’ AGAINST IN THE SAME AGENDA ITEM ARE NOT ALLOWED. ONLY VOTES IN FAVOR AND/OR ABSTAIN OR AGAINST AND/OR ABSTAIN ARE ALLOWED. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Receive the administrators accounts, to examine, discuss and vote on the administrations report the financial statements and the accounting statements accompanied by the Independent Auditors report regarding the FYE 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the proposal for the capital budget for the year 2009 the allocation of the net profit from FYE 31 DEC 2008 and to ratify the early distributions of dividends and interim interest on net equity | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Elect the Members of the Company’s Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Approve to set the aggregate remuneration of the Managers of the Company to be paid before the AGM in which shareholders of the Company vote concerning the financial statements for the FYE 31 DEC 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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ASML HOLDING NV |
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Security | | N07059178 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 26-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | NL0006034001 | | Agenda | | 701822846 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN AMENDMENT TO MEETING ID 525667 DUE TO ADDITION OF RESOLUTIONS. ALL VOTES RECEIVED ON THE PREVIOUS MEETING WILL BE DISREGARDED AND YOU WILL NEED TO REINSTRUCT ON THIS MEETING NOTICE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO CHANGE IN STATUS OF BLOCKING INDICATOR. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Opening | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2. | | Overview of the Company’s business and financial situation | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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3. | | Approve to discuss the Annual Report 2008 and adopt the financial statements for the FY 2008, as prepared in accordance with Dutch law | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Grant discharge the Members of the Board of Management from liability for their responsibilities in the FY 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Grant discharge the Members of the Supervisory Board from liability for their responsibilities in the FY 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Clarification of the reserves and dividend policy | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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7. | | Adopt a dividend of EUR 0.20 per ordinary share of EUR 0.09 | | Management | | For | | For |
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8.A | | Approve, subject to the approval of the Supervisory Board, the number of performance stock for the Board of Management and authorize the Board of Management to issue the performance stock | | Management | | For | | For |
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8.B | | Approve, subject to the approval of the Supervisory Board, the maximum number of 50,000 sign-on stock and authorize the Board of Management to issue the sign-on stock | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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9.A | | Approve, subject to the approval of the Supervisory Board, the number of performance stock options available for the Board of Management and authorize the Board of Management to issue the performance stock options | | Management | | For | | For |
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9.B | | Approve, subject to the approval of the Supervisory Board, the maximum number of 50,000 sign-on stock options, and authorize the Board of Management to issue the sign-on stock options | | Management | | For | | For |
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9.C | | Approve, subject to the approval of the Supervisory Board, the number of stock options, respectively shares, available for ASML employees, other than Members of the Board of Management, and authorize the Board of Management to issue the stock options or shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Composition of the Board of Management | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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11.A | | Re-appoint Ms. H.C.J. van den Burg as a Member of the Supervisory Board, effective 26 MAR 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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11.B | | Re-appoint Mr. O. Bilous as a Member of the Supervisory Board, effective 26 MAR 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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11.C | | Re-appoint Mr. J.W.B. Westerburgen as a Member of the Supervisory Board, effective 26 MAR 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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11.D | | Appoint Ms. P.F.M. van der Meer Mohr as a Member of the Supervisory Board, effective 26 MAR 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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11.E | | Appoint Mr. W. Ziebart as a Member of the Supervisory Board, effective 26 MAR 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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12.A | | Authorize the Board of Management, for a period of 18 months from 26 MAR 2009, to issue shares or rights to subscribe for shares in the capital of the Company, subject to the approval of the Supervisory Board, limited to 5% of the issued share capital at the time of the authorization | | Management | | For | | For |
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12.B | | Authorize the Board of Management, for a period of 18 months from 26 MAR 2009, to restrict or exclude the pre-emption rights accruing to shareholders in connection with the issue of shares or rights to subscribe for shares as described under 12.A., subject to approval of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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12.C | | Authorize the Board of Management, for a period of 18 months from 26 MAR 2009, to issue shares or rights to subscribe for shares in the capital of the Company, subject to the approval of the Supervisory Board, for an additional 5% of the issued share capital at the time of the authorization, which 5% can only be used in connection with or on the occasion of mergers and/or acquisitions | | Management | | For | | For |
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12.D | | Authorize the Board of Management, for a period of 18 months from 26 MAR 2009, to restrict or exclude the pre-emption rights accruing to shareholders in connection with the issue of shares or rights to subscribe for shares as described under 12.C., subject to approval of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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13. | | Authorize the Board of Management, for a period of 18 months from 26 MAR 2009, to acquire subject to the approval of the Supervisory Board such a number of ordinary shares in the Company’s share capital as permitted within the limits of the Law and the Articles of Association of the Company, taking into account the possibility to cancel the re-purchased shares, for valuable consideration, on Euronext Amsterdam by NYSE Euronext [“Euronext Amsterdam”] or the NASDAQ Stock Market LLC [“NASDAQ”], or otherwise, at a price between, on the one hand, an amount equal to the nominal value of the shares and, on the other hand, an amount equal to 110% of the market price of these shares on Euronext Amsterdam or NASDAQ; the market price being the average of the highest price on each of the five days of trading prior to the date of acquisition, as shown in the Official Price List of Euronext Amsterdam or as reported on NASDAQ | | Management | | For | | For |
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14. | | Approve to cancel ordinary shares in the share capital of the Company repurchased or to be repurchased by the Company; the number of ordinary shares that will be cancelled shall be determined by the Board of Management, but shall not exceed 10% of the issued share capital of the Company as of 26 MAR 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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15. | | Approve to cancel additional ordinary shares in the share capital of the Company to be repurchased by the Company following the cancellation of the ordinary shares under Resolution 14; the number of ordinary shares that will be cancelled shall be determined by the Board of Management, but shall not exceed 10% of the issued share capital of the Company as of 26 MAR 2009, reduced with the number of ordinary shares cancelled pursuant to Resolution 14 | | Management | | For | | For |
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16. | | Any other business | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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17. | | Closing | | Non-Voting | | | | |
NOBEL BIOCARE
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Security | | H5783Q130 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 06-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | CH0037851646 | | Agenda | | 701848016 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | THE PRACTICE OF SHARE BLOCKING VARIES WIDELY IN THIS MARKET. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE TO OBTAIN BLOCKING INFORMATION FOR YOUR ACCOUNTS. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THE NOTICE FOR THIS MEETING WAS RECEIVED AFTER THE REGISTRATION DEADLINE. IF YOUR SHARES WERE REGISTERED PRIOR TO THE DEADLINE OF [BOOK CLOSING/REGISTRATION DEADLINE DATE], YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS MEETING. HOWEVER, VOTING INSTRUCTIONS FOR SHARES THAT WERE NOT REGISTERED PRIOR TO THE REGISTRATION DEADLINE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN AMENDMENT TO MEETING ID 543481 DUE ADDITION OF RESOLUTIONS. ALL VOTES RECEIVED ON THE PREVIOUS MEETING WILL BE DISREGARDED AND YOU WILL NEED TO REINSTRUCT ON THIS MEETING NOTICE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve to propose the Board of Directors, annual report and consolidated financial statements for 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the statutory financial statements of Nobel Biocare Holding Ltd for 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approve the appropriate available earnings/dividends for 2008 as specified | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Grant discharge to the Members of the Board of Directors for their services in the business year 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.1 | | Re-elect Mr. Stig Eriksson by way of separate election for a 1 year term of office until the next AGM | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.2 | | Re-elect Mr. Antoine Firmenich by way of separate election for a 1 year term of office until the next AGM | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.3 | | Re-elect Mr. Edgar Fluri by way of separate election for a 1 year term of office until the next AGM | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.4 | | Re-elect Mr. Robert lilja by way of separate election for a 1 year term of office until the next AGM | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.5 | | Re-elect Mrs. Jane Royston by way of separate election for a 1 year term of office until the next AGM | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.6 | | Re-elect Mr. Rolf Soiron by way of separate election for a 1 year term of office until the next AGM | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.7 | | Re-elect Mr. Rolf Watter by way of separate election for a 1 year term of office until the next AGM | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.8 | | Re-elect Mr. Ernst Zaengerle by way of separate election for a 1 year term of office until the next AGM | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Re-elect KPMG AG Zurich as Auditor of the business year 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Authorize the Board of Directors to issue a total maximum of 25,000,000 new shares of follows; authorized share capital, so that the Board of Directors is authorized to increase the share capital until 06 APR 2011 by an amount up to CHF 10,000,000 by issuing up to 25,000,000 fully paid-up registered shares with a nominal value of CHF 0.40 each and; conditional share capital in the amount of up to CHF 10,000,000 by issuing up to 25,000,000 fully paid-up registered shares with a nominal value of CHF 0.40 all according to the conditions of the proposed new Articles 3b and 3c of the Articles of Incorporation as specified | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Approve the cancellation of 532,000 shares with a par value of CHF 0.40 each acquired in 2008 with in the scope of the repurchase program according to the resolution of the Annual General Meeting of 27 MAR 2008, and the corresponding reduction of the share capital from CHF 49,726,612 by CHF 212,800 to CHF 49,513,812 using the amount resulting from the reduction to dissolve the corresponding reserve for treasury shares; to declare, as a result of the audit report prepared in accordance with article 732 paragraph 2 of the swiss code of obligations that the claims by the creditors are fully covered notwithstanding the above reduction of the share capital; and; to amend article 3 paragraph 1 of the articles of incorporation as follows | | Management | | For | | For |
TNT N V
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Security | | N86672107 | | Meeting Type | | Ordinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 08-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | NL0000009066 | | Agenda | | 701838368 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT BLOCKING HAS BEEN REMOVED. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Opening and announcements | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2. | | Presentation by Mr. M.P. Bakker, Chief Executive Officer | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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3. | | Annual report 2008 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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4. | | Discussion of the Corporate Governance Chapter in the annual report 2008, Chapter 10 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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5. | | Remuneration of the Board of Management | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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6. | | Adopt the 2008 financial statements | | Management | | For | | For |
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7.A | | Discussion of the reserves and dividend guidelines 2009 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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7.B | | Approve to determine the distribution of dividend | | Management | | For | | For |
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7.C | | Approve the distribution out of the reserves | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Grant discharge from liability of the Members of the Board of Management | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Grant discharge from liability of the Members of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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10.A | | Announcement of vacancies in the Supervisory Board | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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10.B | | Opportunity for the general meeting of shareholders to make recommendations for the re-appointment of Members of the Supervisory Board | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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10.C | | Announcement by the Supervisory Board of the persons nominated for re-appointment | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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10.D | | Amendments to the profile of the Supervisory Board | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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11. | | Re-appoint Mr. S. Levy as a Member of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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12. | | Appoint Ms. P.M. Altenburg as a Member of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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13. | | Announcement of vacancies in the Supervisory Board expected as per the close of the AGM of shareholders in 2010 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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14. | | Announcement of the intention of the Supervisory Board to re-appoint Mr. H.M.-Koorstra as a Member of the Board of Management | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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15. | | Authorize the Board of Management to issue ordinary shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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16. | | Authorize the Board of Management to limit or exclude the pre- emptive right to issue ordinary shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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17. | | Authorize the Board of Management to have the Company acquire its own shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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18. | | Approve to reduce the issued share capital by cancellation of own shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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19. | | Questions | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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20. | | Close | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN AGM. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO CHANGE IN BLOCKING CONDITIONS. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
LONZA GROUP AG
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Security | | H50524133 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 08-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | CH0013841017 | | Agenda | | 701860935 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | THE PRACTICE OF SHARE BLOCKING VARIES WIDELY IN THIS MARKET. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE TO OBTAIN BLOCKING INFORMATION FOR YOUR ACCOUNTS. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THE NOTICE FOR THIS MEETING WAS RECEIVED AFTER THE REGISTRATION DEADLINE. IF YOUR SHARES WERE REGISTERED PRIOR TO THE DEADLINE OF [BOOK CLOSING/REGISTRATION DEADLINE DATE], YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS MEETING. HOWEVER, VOTING INSTRUCTIONS FOR SHARES THAT WERE NOT REGISTERED PRIOR TO THE REGISTRATION DEADLINE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve the consolidated financial statements of Lonza group for 2008 and report of the Group Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the annual activity report and financial statements for 2008 and report of the Statutory Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approve the appropriation of available earnings and payment of a dividend of CHF 1.75 per share on the share capital eligible for dividend of CHF 47,786,300 | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Ratify the acts of the Members of the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Amend the Articles 4 of the Articles of Association as specified | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.1 | | Re-elect Mr. Dame Julia Higgins to the Board of Directors for a 1 year term | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.2 | | Re-elect Mr. Patrick Aebischer to the Board of Directors for a 1 year term | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.3 | | Re-elect Mr. Gerhard Mayr to the Board of Directors for a 1 year term | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.4 | | Re-elect Mr. Rolf Soiron to the Board of Directors for a 1 year term | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.5 | | Re-elect Sir Richard Sykes to the Board of Directors for a 1 year term | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.6 | | Re-elect Mr. Peter Wilden to the Board of Directors for a 1 year term | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.7 | | Elect Mr. Frits Van Dijk to the Board of Directors for a 1 year term | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Re-elect KPMG Ltd, Zurich as the Statutory Auditors and also to act as Group Auditors for the FY 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
L’OREAL S.A., PARIS
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Security | | F58149133 | | Meeting Type | | Ordinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 16-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000120321 | | Agenda | | 701843016 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN MIX MEETING. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Receive the reports of the Board of Directors and the Auditors and approve the Company’s financial statements for the YE in 2008, as presented, showing net profits of EUR 1,552,103,144.44, against EUR 2,822,429,471.46 for the YE in 2007 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Receive the reports of the Board of Directors and the Auditors and approve the consolidated financial statements for the FYE in 2008, in the form presented to the meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve the recommendations of the Board of Directors and resolves that the in come for the FY be appropriated as follows: legal reserve: Nil dividends: EUR 861,761,102.40 the balance to the other reserves account: EUR 690,342,041.74 the share holders will receive a net dividend of EUR 1.44 per share, and will entitle to the 40% deduction provided by the French Tax Code; this dividend will be paid on 24 APR 2009; the amount of distributable profits corresponding to shares held by the Company shall be allocated to the ordinary reserve account, as required by Law, it is reminded that, for the last 3 financial years, the dividends paid, were as follows: EUR 1.00 for FY 2005 EUR 1.18 for FY 2006 EUR 1.38 for FY 2007 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Approve the special report of the Auditors on agreements governed by Article L. 225-40 of the French Commercial Code, takes note that there was no new agreement or commitment during the FYE 31 DEC 2008 and takes note of the information concerning the agreements entered into and commitments taken for the last fiscal years | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Approve the subject to the approval of the Resolution number 15, the shareholders’ meeting renews the appointment of Mr. Werner Bauer as a Director for a 3-year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.6 | | Approve to renew the appointment of Mrs. Francoise Bett Encourt Meyers as a Director for a 4- year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.7 | | Approve the renew the appointment of Mr. Peter Brabeck- Letmathe as a Director for a 4-year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.8 | | Approve to subject to the adoption of the Resolution number 15, to renew the appointment of Mr. Jean-Pierre Meyers as a Director for a 3-year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.9 | | Approve to renew the appointment of Mr. Louis Schweitzer as a Director for a 4-year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.10 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to trade in the Company’s shares on the stock market, subject to the conditions specified below: maximum purchase price: EUR 130.00, maximum number of shares to be acquired: 10% of the number of shares comprising the Company capital, i.e. 59,844,521 shares, maximum funds invested in the share buybacks: EUR 7,800,000,000.00; [Authority is given for an 18-month period]; grant delegates all powers to the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.11 | | Authorize the Board of Directors in order to increase the share capital, in 1 or more occasions, up to a maximum nominal amount of EUR 55,310,958.00 by way of issuing, with preferred subscription rights maintained, ordinary shares in the company, by way of capitalizing reserves, profits, premiums or other means, provided that such capitalization is allowed by Law and under the by Laws, to be carried out through the issue of bonus shares or the raise of the par value of the existing shares; [Authority expires for a 26-month period] it supersedes any and all earlier delegations to the same effect | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.12 | | Authorize the Board of Directors all powers to grant, in 1 or more transactions, to the Employees or Corporate Officers of the Company and related companies, options giving the right either to subscribe for new shares in the Company to be issued through a share capital increase, or to purchase existing shares purchased by the Company, it being provided that the options shall not give rights to a total number of shares, which shall exceed 2% of the share capital; [Authority expires for a 26-month period]; the options granted to the Corporate Officers shall not represent more than 10% of the total allocations carried out by the Board of Directors during this period of 26 months; grant delegates all powers to the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; this delegation of powers supersedes the fraction unused of any and all earlier delegations to the same effect | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.13 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to grant, for free, on 1 or more occasions, existing or future shares, in favour of the Employees of the Company and related Companies; they may not represent more than 0.20% of the share capital; [Authority expires for a 26- month period]; grant delegates all powers to the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.14 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital, on 1 or more occasions, at its sole discretion, by way of issuing shares in favour of Employees, or former Employees, of the Company or related Companies, who are Members of a Company Savings Plan; [Authority expires for a 26-month period] and for a nominal amount that shall not exceed EUR 1,196,890.42 by issuing 5,984,452 new shares; the shareholders’ meeting decides to cancel the shareholders’ preferential subscription rights in favour of beneficiaries mentioned above; grant delegates all powers to the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.15 | | Amend Article 8 indent 2 of the Bylaws, regarding the duration of the term of office of the Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.16 | | Amend Article 15a-3 of the Bylaws | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.17 | | Grant authority for filing of required documents/other formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO CHANGE IN RECORD DATE. IF YOU HAVE-ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
TELEVISION FRANCAISE 1 SA TF1, BOULOGNE BILLANCOUR
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Security | | F91255103 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 17-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000054900 | | Agenda | | 701867698 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative-to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Receive the reports of the Board of Directors, the Chairman of the Board of Directors and the Auditors, approves the Company’s financial statements for the YE in 2008, as presented; accordingly, the shareholders’ meeting gives permanent discharge to the Directors for the performance of their duties during the said FY | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Receive the reports of the Board of Directors and the Auditors, approves the consolidated financial statements for the said FY, in the form presented to the meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Receive the special report of the auditors on agreements governed by Article L.225-38 of the French Commercial Code, approves said report and the agreements referred to therein | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.4 | | Approve the noticed available earnings of EUR 244,339,483.77, taking into ac count the net income of EUR 138,921,498.49 and the retained earnings of EUR 105,417,985.28, approves the recommendations of the Board of Directors and resolves that the income for the FY be appropriated as follows: dividends in cash: EUR 100,302,931.24 allocation of the balance to the retained earnings: EUR 144,036,552.53; the shareholders will receive a net dividend of EUR 0.47 per share of a par value of EUR 0.20, and will entitle to the 40% deduction provided by the French Tax Code; this dividend will be paid on 27 ARP 2009; in the event that the Company holds so me of its own shares: the dividend on such shares shall be allocated to the retained earnings account; as required by Law, it is reminded that, for the last 3 financial years, the dividends paid, were as follows: EUR 0.65 for FY 2005, entitled to the 40% deduction provided by the French Tax Code, EUR 0.85 for FY 2006, entitled to the 40% deduction provided by the French Tax Code, EUR 0.85 for FY 2007, entitled to the 40% deduction provided by the French Tax Code | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Ratify the co-optation of Mr. Gilles Pelisson as a Director, to replace Claude Cohen who resigned, for the remainder of Claude Cohen’s term of office, i.e. until the shareholders’ meeting called to approve the financial statements for the FY 2008 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.6 | | Approve to renew the appoint Mr. Patricia Barbizet as a Director for a 2-year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.7 | | Approve to renew the appoint Mr. Martin Bouygues as a Director for a 2-year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.8 | | Approve to renew the appoint Mr. Olivier Bouygues as a Director for a 2-year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.9 | | Approve to renew the appoint Mr. Patrick Le Lay as a Director for a 2-year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.10 | | Approve to renew the appoint Mr. Nonce Paolini as a Director for a 2-year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.11 | | Approve to renew the appoint Mr. Gilles Pelisson as a Director for a 2-year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.12 | | Approve to renew the appoint Mr. Haim Saban as a Director for a 2-year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.13 | | Approve to renew the appoint the Company Bouygues as a Director for a 2-year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.14 | | Re-appoint the Societe Francaise De participation ET DE Gestion SFPG as a Director for a 2-year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.15 | | Authorizes the Board of Directors to buy back the Company’s shares on the open market, subject to the conditions described below: maximum purchase price: EUR 25.00, minimum sale price EUR 15.00, maximum number of shares to be acquired: 10% of the share capital, maximum funds invested in the share buybacks: EUR 533,000,000.00; authorization is given for an 18 month period it supersedes the amounts unused of any and all earlier authorizations to the same effect | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.16 | | Authorizes the Board of Directors to reduce the share capital, on 1 or more occasions, by cancelling all or part of the shares held by the Company in connection with various authorizations of shares purchase granted by the ordinary shareholders’ meeting, in particular Resolution 15, up to a maximum of 10% of the share capital over a 24 month period; this authorization is given for an 18-month period it supersedes the amounts unused of any and all earlier authorization to the same effect | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.17 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase on one or more occasions, in France or abroad, the share capital by issuance, with the shareholders’ preferred subscription rights maintained, of ordinary shares of the Company and any kind of securities giving access to shares of the Company; the maximal nominal amount of capital increases to be carried out under this delegation of authority shall not exceed EUR 15,000,000.00; this overall ceiling of capital increase is common to Resolutions 19, 20, 22 and 23 and the total nominal amount of the capital increases carried out accordingly with these resolutions shall count against this overall ceiling; the nominal amount of debt securities issued shall not exceed EUR 900,000,000.00; this amount is common to the debt securities issued accordingly with Resolution 19, is autonomous and distinct from the amount of the debt securities issued accordingly with Resolution 24 and from the amount of the debt securities which would be decided by the Board of Directors in accordance with Article L.228-40 of the French Commercial Code; this delegation is given for a 26-month period it supersedes the amounts unused of any and all earlier delegations to the same effect | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.18 | | Authorize the Board of Directors in order to increase the share capital, in 1 or more occasions, by a maximum nominal amount of EUR 400,000,000.00, by way of capitalizing reserves, profits, premiums or other sums, provided that such capitalization is allowed by Law under the by Laws, by issuing bonus shares by raising the par value of existing shares, or by a combination of these methods; this delegation is given for a 26-month period it supersedes the amounts unused of any and all earlier delegations to the same effect | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.19 | | Approve to delegates all powers to the Board of Directors to increase on 1 or more occasions, in France or abroad, the share capital by issuance, with waiver of shareholders’ pre-emptive rights, of ordinary shares of the Company and any kind of securities giving access to shares of the Company; the maximal nominal amount of capital increases to be carried out under this delegation of authority shall not exceed EUR 15,000,000.00; this amount shall count against the overall ceiling set forth in Resolution 17; the nominal amount of debt securities issued shall not exceed EUR 900,000,000.00; this amount the ceiling set forth in Resolution 17; this delegation is given for a 26-month period it supersedes the amounts unused of any and all earlier delegations to the same effect | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.20 | | Approve that, the Board of Directors may decide, for each 1 of the issue decide accordingly with Resolution 17 and 19, to increase the number of securities to be issued in the event of a capital increase with or without preferential subscription right to shareholders, at the same price as the initial issue, within 30 days of the closing of the subscription period and up to a maximum of 15% of the initial issue; this delegation is given for a 26-month period it supersedes the amounts unused of any and all earlier delegations to the same effect | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.21 | | Authorize the Board of Directors, for the issue decided accordingly with Resolution 19, within the limit of 10% of the Company’s share capital, over a 12-month period, to set the issue price of the ordinary shares or securities to be issued, in accordance with the terms and condition determined by the shareholders’ meeting; this authorization is given for a 26-month period it supersedes the amounts unused of any and all earlier delegations to the same effect | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.22 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital, up to 10% of the share capital, by way of issuing ordinary shares of the Company or securities giving access to the capital, in consideration for the contributions in kind granted to the Company and comprised of capital securities or securities giving access to share capital; this delegation is given for a 26-month period it supersedes the amounts unused of any and all earlier delegations to the same effect | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.23 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to issue accordingly with Resolution 19, Company’s ordinary shares or securities giving access to the Company’s existing or future ordinary shares, in consideration for securities tendered in a public exchange offer initiated in France or abroad, by the Company concerning the shares of quoted Company; the amount of capital increase carried out by virtue of the present resolution shall count against the overall ceiling set forth in Resolution 17; this delegation is given for a 26-month period it supersedes the amounts unused of any and all earlier delegations to the same effect | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.24 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase on 1 or more occasions, at its sole discretion, in France or abroad, the share capital up to a maximum nominal amount of EUR 900,000,000.00, by issuance of any securities giving right to the allocation of debt securities; this delegation is given for a 26-month period it supersedes the amounts unused of any and all earlier delegations to the same effect | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.25 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase on 1 or more occasions, at its sole discretion, in favour of employees of corporate officers of the Company and related Companies, who are members of a Company Savings Plan; this delegation is given for a 26-month period and for an amount that shall not exceed 10% of the Company’s capital; the ceiling of the present delegation is autonomous and distinct and the amount of such capital increase shall neither count against the overall ceiling set forth in Resolutions 17, 18, nor the ceiling of the Resolution 15 of the shareholders’ meeting of 17 APR 2008; this delegation supersedes the fraction unused of any and all earlier delegations to the same effect; the shareholders’ meeting decides to cancel the shareholders’ preferential subscription rights in favour of the beneficiaries mentioned above | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.26 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to grant, in 1 or more transactions, to employees, corporate officers of the Company and related Companies or groups of economic interest, options giving the right either to subscribe for new shares in the Company to be issued through a share capital increase, or to purchase existing shares purchased by the Company, it being provided that the options shall not give rights to subscribe or to purchase to a number of shares, which shall exceed the legal limits; the shareholders’ meeting decides to cancel the shareholders’ preferential subscription rights in favour of the beneficiaries mentioned above; this delegation is given for a 26 month period it supersedes the fraction unused of any and all earlier delegations to the same effect | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.27 | | Amend the Article 7 of the Bylaws: Class paying up rights to fractions of shares, to comply with provisions governed by Article 36 of the Law 86-1067, dated 30 SEP 1986 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.28 | | Amend the Article 28 of the Bylaws: Lawsuit, related to the Lawsuits between the shareholders and the Company and, or its Directors | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.29 | | Authorize the bearer of an original, a copy or extract of the minutes of the meeting to carry out all filings, publications and other formalities prescribed by Law | | Management | | For | | For |
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WILLIS GROUP HOLDINGS LIMITED |
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Security | | G96655108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | WSH | | Meeting Date | | 22-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | BMG966551084 | | Agenda | | 933007963 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WILLIAM W. BRADLEY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOSEPH A. CALIFANO JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ANNA C. CATALANO | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: SIR ROY GARDNER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: SIR JEREMY HANLEY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBYN S. KRAVIT | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JEFFREY B. LANE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WENDY E. LANE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JAMES F. MCCANN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOSEPH J. PLUMERI | | Management | | For | | For |
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1K | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DOUGLAS B. ROBERTS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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2 | | TO REAPPOINT DELOITTE LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT AUDITOR UNTIL THE CLOSE OF THE NEXT ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING AND TO AUTHORIZE THE AUDIT COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO FIX THE INDEPENDENT AUDITORS’ REMUNERATION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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NESTLE SA, CHAM UND VEVEY |
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Security | | H57312649 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 23-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | CH0038863350 | | Agenda | | 701860909 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | THE PRACTICE OF SHARE BLOCKING VARIES WIDELY IN THIS MARKET. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE TO OBTAIN BLOCKING INFORMATION FOR YOUR ACCOUNTS. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS THE PART II OF THE MEETING NOTICE SENT UNDER MEETING 525807, INCLUDING THE AGENDA. TO BE ELIGIBLE TO VOTE AT THE UPCOMING MEETING, YOUR SHARES MUST BE RE-REGISTERED FOR THIS MEETING. IN ADDITION, YOUR NAME MAYBE PROVIDED TO THE COMPANY REGISTRAR AS BENEFICIAL OWNER. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR GLOBAL CUSTODIAN OR YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR TO FIND OUT WHETHER YOUR SHARES HAVE BEEN RE-REGISTERED FOR THIS MEETING. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1.1 | | Receive the 2008 annual report, financial statements of Nestle SA and consolidated financial statements of the Nestle Group, reports of the statutory Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
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1.2 | | Receive the 2008 compensation report | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve to release the Members of the Board of Directors and the Management | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approve the appropriation of profits resulting from the balance sheet of Nestle S.A. and Dividends of CHF 1.40 per share | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.1.1 | | Re-elect Mr. Daniel Borel to the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.1.2 | | Re-elect Mrs. Carolina Mueller Mohl to the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.2 | | Elect KPMG S.A., Geneva branch as the Statutory Auditor for a term of 1 year | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Approve to cancel 180,000,000 repurchased under the Share Buy-back Programme launched on 24 AUG 2007 and reduce the share capital by CHF 18,000,000 | | Management | | For | | For |
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HEINEKEN N V |
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Security | | N39427211 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 23-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | NL0000009165 | | Agenda | | 701901781 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN AMENDMENT TO MEETING ID 540564 DUE TO DELETION OF RESOLUTIONS ALL VOTES RECEIVED ON THE PREVIOUS MEETING WILL BE DISREGARDED AND YOU WILL NEED TO REINSTRUCT ON THIS MEETING NOTICE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT BLOCKING CONDITIONS FOR VOTING AT THIS GENERAL MEETING ARE RELAXED AS THERE IS A REGISTRATION DEADLINE / RECORD DATE ASSOCIATED WITH THIS MEETING. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | Opening | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1.A | | Adopt the financial statements for the FY 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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1.B | | Approve the decision on the appropriation of the balance of the income statement in accordance with Article 12 paragraph 7 of the Company’s Articles of Association and the distribution of retained earnings | | Management | | For | | For |
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1.C | | Grant discharge to the Members of the Executive Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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1.D | | Grant discharge to the Members of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Amend the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.A | | Approve the extension and amendment of the authorization of the Executive Board to acquire own shares under which the maximum number of shares that may be acquired will remain limited to 10% of the issued share capital of the Company | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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3.B | | Authorize the Executive Board to issue [rights to] shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.C | | Authorize the Executive Board to restrict or exclude shareholders’ pre-emptive rights | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.A | | Re-appoint Mr. M. Das as a Member of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.B | | Re-appoint Mr. J. M. Hessels as a Member of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.C | | Appoint Mr. Ch. Navarre as a Member of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | Closing | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO CHANGE IN NUMBERING. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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NOKIA CORPORATION |
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Security | | 654902204 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | NOK | | Meeting Date | | 23-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US6549022043 | | Agenda | | 933002088 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
07 | | ADOPTION OF THE ANNUAL ACCOUNTS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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08 | | RESOLUTION ON THE USE OF THE PROFIT SHOWN ON THE BALANCE SHEET AND THE PAYMENT OF DIVIDEND. | | Management | | For | | For |
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09 | | RESOLUTION ON THE DISCHARGE OF THE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND THE PRESIDENT FROM LIABILITY. | | Management | | For | | For |
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10 | | RESOLUTION ON THE REMUNERATION OF THE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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11 | | RESOLUTION ON THE NUMBER OF MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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12 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 GEORG EHRNROOTH | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 LALITA D. GUPTE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 BENGT HOLMSTROM | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 HENNING KAGERMANN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 OLLI-PEKKA KALLASVUO | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 PER KARLSSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 JORMA OLLILA | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 MARJORIE SCARDINO | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 RISTO SIILASMAA | | | | For | | For |
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| | 10 KEIJO SUILA | | | | For | | For |
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| | 11 ISABEL MAREY-SEMPER | | | | For | | For |
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13 | | RESOLUTION ON THE REMUNERATION OF THE AUDITOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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14 | | ELECTION OF AUDITOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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15 | | AUTHORIZING THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO RESOLVE TO REPURCHASE THE COMPANY’S OWN SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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17 | | MARK THE “FOR” BOX IF YOU WISH TO INSTRUCT THE DEPOSITARY TO GIVE A PROXY TO LEENA SIIRALA OR ESA NIINIMAKI, BOTH LEGAL COUNSELS OF NOKIA CORPORATION, TO VOTE, IN THEIR DISCRETION, ON YOUR BEHALF ONLY UPON ITEM 17. | | Management | | Abstain | | |
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HUTCHISON TELECOMMUNICATIONS INTL LTD |
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Security | | G46714104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 27-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | KYG467141043 | | Agenda | | 701860199 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT SHAREHOLDERS ARE ALLOWED TO VOTE ‘IN FAVOR’ OR AGAINST” FOR ALL RESOLUTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Receive the audited financial statements and the reports of the Directors and the Auditors for the YE 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.A | | Re-elect Mr. FOK Kin-ning, Canning as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.B | | Re-elect Mr. LUI Dennis Pok Man as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.C | | Re-elect Mr. Christopher John FOLL as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.D | | Re-elect Mr. KWAN Kai Cheong as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.E | | Authorize the Board of Directors to fix the Directors’ remuneration | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Re-appoint PricewaterhouseCoopers as the Auditors of the Company and authorize the Board of Directors to fix its remuneration | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.a | | Authorize the Board of Directors of the Company [the Directors], subject to this resolution, to allot, issue and otherwise deal with new shares of the Company [the Shares] and to allot, issue or grant securities convertible into shares, or options, warrants or similar rights to subscribe for any shares or such convertible securities, and to make or grant offers, agreements, options and warrants during and after the relevant period, not exceeding 20% of the aggregate nominal amount of the share capital of the Company in issue at the date of passing this resolution, otherwise than pursuant to the shares issued as a result of a rights issue, the exercise of the subscription or conversion rights attaching to any warrants or any securities convertible into shares or the exercise of the subscription rights under any option scheme or similar arrangement for the time being adopted for the grant or issue to persons such as Officers and/or employees of the Company and/or any of its subsidiaries of Shares or rights to acquire shares or any scrip dividend providing for the allotment of shares in lieu of the whole or part of a dividend on shares in accordance with the Articles of Association of the Company; [Authority expires the earlier of the conclusion of the next AGM of the Company or the expiration of the period within which the next AGM of the Company is required by the Articles of Association of the Company or any applicable Law of the Cayman Islands to be held] | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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4.b | | Authorize the Directors of the Company to purchase or repurchase on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited [the Stock Exchange], or any other stock exchange on which the securities of the Company are or may be listed and recognized by the Securities and Futures Commission of Hong Kong and the Stock Exchange for this purpose, shares including any form of depositary shares representing the right to receive such shares issued by the Company and to repurchase such securities, subject to and in accordance with all applicable laws and the requirements of the Rules Governing the Listing of Securities on the Stock Exchange or of any other stock exchange as amended from time to time during the relevant period, not exceeding 10% of the aggregate nominal amount of the share capital of the Company in issue at the date of this resolution; [Authority expires the earlier of the conclusion of the next AGM of the Company or the expiration of the period within which the next AGM of the Company is required by the Articles of Association of the Company or any applicable Law of the Cayman Islands to be held] | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.c | | Authorize the Directors, subject to the passing of Resolutions 4.A and 4.B, to add the aggregate nominal amount of the share capital of the Company which may be purchased or repurchased by the Company pursuant by Resolution 4.B, to the aggregate nominal amount of the share capital of the Company that may be allotted or issued or agreed conditionally or unconditionally to be allotted or issued by the Directors pursuant to Resolution 4.A, provided that such shares does not exceed 10% of the aggregate nominal amount of the share capital of the Company in issue at the date of this resolution | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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5. | | Approve, with effect from the conclusion of the meeting at which this resolution is passed, the proposed amendments to the 2004 Partner Share Option Plan of Partner Communications Company Limited as specified, subject to such modifications of the relevant amendments to the 2004 Partner Share Option Plan as the Directors of the Company may consider necessary, taking into account the requirements of the relevant regulatory authorities, including without limitation, The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited and authorize the Directors to do all such acts and things as may be necessary to carry out such amendments and [if any] modifications into effect | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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CARREFOUR SA, PARIS |
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Security | | F13923119 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 28-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000120172 | | Agenda | | 701849979 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve the financial statements and discharge Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Approve to accept the consolidated financial statements and statutory reports | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve the transaction with Mr. Jose Luis Duran regarding severance payments | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Approve the transaction with Mr. Lars Olofsson regarding severance payments | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Approve the treatment of losses and dividends of EUR 1.08 per share | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.6 | | Elect Mr. Lars Olofsson as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.7 | | Re-elect Mr. Rene Abate as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.8 | | Re-elect Mr. Nicolas Bazire as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.9 | | Re-elect Mr. Jean Martin Folz as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.10 | | Re-appoint Deloitte and Associes as the Auditor and Beas as Alternate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.11 | | Re-appoint KPMG as the Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.12 | | Ratify Mr. Bernard Perod as the Alternate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.13 | | Grant authority for the repurchase of up to 10% of issued capital | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.14 | | Approve the reduction in share capital via cancellation of repurchased shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.15 | | Grant authority for the issuance of equity or equity linked securities with preemptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 500 million | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.16 | | Grant authority for the issuance of equity or equity linked securities without preemptive rights up to an aggregate nominal amount of EUR 350 million | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.17 | | Authorize the Board to increase capital in the event of additional demand related to delegation submitted to shareholder vote above | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.18 | | Grant authority for the capitalization of reserves of up to EUR 500 million for bonus issue or increase in par value | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.19 | | Grant authority for the issued capital up to 3% for use in Stock Option Plan | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.20 | | Grant authority for the issued capital up to 0.2% for use in restricted Stock Plan | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.21 | | Approve Employee Stock Purchase Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.22 | | Approve Employee Stock Purchase Plan for international employees | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | Receive the reports of the Board of Directors and reports of the Statutory Auditors | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | Conventions referred to in Articles L.225-38 and L.225-42-1 of the Commercial Code | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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DIAGNOSTICOS DA AMER S A |
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Security | | P3589C109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 28-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | BRDASAACNOR1 | | Agenda | | 701900397 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
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A. | | Approve the Directors Accounts, to examine, discuss and the Company’s consolidated financial statements for the FYE 31 DEC 2008, the administration reporting that in light of the results from the FY the distribution of dividends is not being proposed | | Management | | For | | For |
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B. | | Elect the Members of the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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C. | | Approve to consider the proposal of the administration aiming at the instatement of the Finance Committee on a non permanent basis to operate during the 2009 FY, approval of the draft internal regulation and election of its full and alternate Members | | Management | | For | | For |
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D. | | Approve to set the total annual remuneration for the Members of the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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DIAGNOSTICOS DA AMER S A |
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Security | | P3589C109 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 28-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | BRDASAACNOR1 | | Agenda | | 701900400 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
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A. | | Amend the Corporate Bylaws with amendment of Articles 3, 20 inclusion of item XXX, 21 and 25 of the Corporate Bylaws, aiming respectively at the adaptation of the Corporate purpose, the inclusion of a matter in the list of powers of the Board of Directors as well as the adaptation of the positions and authorities of the Executive Committee | | Management | | For | | For |
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ALLIANZ SE, MUENCHEN |
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Security | | D03080112 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 29-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | DE0008404005 | | Agenda | | 701857015 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THESE SHARES MAY BE BLOCKED DEPENDING ON SOME SUBCUSTODIANS’ PROCESSING IN THE MARKET. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE TO OBTAIN BLOCKING INFORMATION FOR YOUR ACCOUNTS. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Presentation of the approved Annual Financial Statements and the approved Consolidated Financial Statements as of and for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2008, and of the Management Reports for Allianz SE and for the Group, the Explanatory Report on the information pursuant to paragraph 289 (4), paragraph 31-5 (4) of the German Commercial Code (Handelsgesetzbuch) as well as the Report of the Supervisory Board for the fiscal year 2008 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2. | | Appropriation of net earnings | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approval of the actions of the members of the Management Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Approval of the actions of the members of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | By election to the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Authorization to acquire treasury shares for trading purposes | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Authorization to acquire and utilize treasury shares for other purposes | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Authorization to use derivatives in connection with the acquisition of treasury shares pursuant to Paragraph 71 (1) no. 8 of the German Stock Corporation Act (Aktiengesetz) | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Amendment to the Statutes in accordance with Paragraph 67 German Stock Corporation Act (Aktiengesetz) | | Management | | For | | For |
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10.A | | Other amendments to the Statutes: Cancellation of provisions regarding the first Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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10.B | | Other amendments to the Statutes: Anticipatory resolutions on the planned Law on the Implementation of the Shareholder Rights Directive (Gesetz zur Umsetzung der Aktionaersrechterichtlinie) | | Management | | For | | For |
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11. | | Approval of control and profit transfer agreement between Allianz SE and Allianz Shared Infrastructure Services SE | | Management | | For | | For |
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COMPAGNIE GENERALE DE GEOPHYSIQUE - VERITAS, MASSY |
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Security | | F2349S108 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 29-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000120164 | | Agenda | | 701904357 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | “French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative” | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN AMENDMENT TO MEETING ID 547246 DUE TO ADDITION OF RESOLUTIONS. ALL VOTES RECEIVED ON THE PREVIOUS MEETING WILL BE DISREGARDED AND YOU WILL NEED TO REINSTRUCT ON THIS MEETING NOTICE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve the Company’s financial statements for the YE in 2008, as presented, showing a loss of EUR 100,564,482.76 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Approve to record the loss for the year of EUR 100,564,482.76 as a deficit in retained earnings; following this appropriation, the retained earnings account will show a new debit balance of EUR 103,041,697.06; accordance with the regulations in force, the shareholders’ meeting recalls that no dividend was paid for the previous 3 FY | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve the consolidated financial statements for the said FY, in the form presented to the meeting, a net consolidated income of EUR 340,000,000.00 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Approve to renew the appointment of Mr. Yves Lesage as a Director for a 4 year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.5 | | Appoint Mr. Anders Farestveit as a Director for a 4 year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.6 | | Approve to award total annual fees of EUR 640,000.00 to the Directors | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.7 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to trade in the Company’s shares on the stock market, subject to the conditions described below: maximum purchase price: EUR 40.00, maximum number of shares to be acquired: 10% of the share capital, IE 14,976,235 shares, maximum funds invested in the share buybacks: EUR 599,049,400; [Authority is given for a 18 month period]; the number of shares acquired by the Company with a view to the retention or their subsequent delivery in payment or exchange as part of a merger, divestment or capital contribution cannot exceed 5% of its capital, to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities, this authorization supersedes the amounts unused of the authorization granted by the shareholder’s meeting of 29 APR 2008 in its Resolution 7 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.8 | | Approve, the special report of the Auditors on agreements governed by Article L.225.38 of the French Commercial Code, the said report and the agreements referred to therein | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.9 | | Approve, in accordance with the Articles L.225-38 and L.25-42-1 of the French Commercial Code, the regulated agreement between the Company and Mr. Robert Brunck, the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Company as mentioned in said report and regarding: the special breach indemnity to be paid when Mr. Robert Brunch’s contract of employment is broken, in the frame of a constraint departure linked to a modification of control or strategy; the total amount of the special breach indemnity can not exceed the limit of 200% of the reference’s annual remuneration; the possibility to exercise forward the options giving right to subscribe shares held by Mr. Robert Brunck, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Company when his contract of employment is broken in the frame of a constraint departure | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.10 | | Approve, in accordance with the Articles L.225-38 and L.25-42-1 of the French Commercial Code, the regulated agreement between the Company and Mr. Thierry Le Roux, Executive Vice President of the Company as mentioned in said report and regarding: the special breach indemnity to be paid when Mr. Thierry Le Roux’s contract of employment is broken, in the frame of a constraint departure linked to a modification of control or strategy; the total amount of the special breach indemnity can not exceed the limit of 200% of the reference’s annual remuneration; the possibility to exercise forward the options giving right to subscribe shares held by Mr. Thierry Le Roux, Executive Vice President when his contract of employment is broken in the frame of a constraint departure | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.11 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the capital, on 1 or more occasions, in France or abroad, by issuance, with preferred subscription rights maintained, of shares or any securities giving access to the share capital; [Authority is granted for a 26-period]; the global nominal amount of the capital increases to be carried out under this delegation of authority shall not exceed EUR 30,000,000,.00 I.E. 75,000,000 ordinary new shares; the nominal amount of debt securities issued shall not exceed EUR 600,000,000.00; to charge the share issuance costs against the related premiums and deduct from the premiums the amounts necessary to raise the legal reserve to one tenth of the new capital after each increase; this authorization on supersedes the authorization granted by the shareholders’ meeting of 24 APR 2008 in its Resolution 11 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.12 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the capital, on 1 or more occasions, in France or abroad, by a maximum nominal amount of EUR 9,000,000.00 I.E. 22,500,000 shares by issuance, without preferred subscription right, of shares or securities giving access to the share capital; these securities may be issued in consideration for securities tendered in a public exchange offer initiated the Company; this amount of capital increase to be carried out shall count against the overall value set forth in Resolution 11; [Authority is granted for a 26-month period]; to charge the share issuance costs against the related premiums and deduct from the premiums the amounts necessary to raise the legal reserve to one tenth of the new capital after each increase; this authorization on supersedes the authorization granted by the shareholders’ meeting of 29 APR 2008 in its Resolution 12 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.13 | | Authorize the Board of Directors, for each of the issues decided in the Resolution 12, when the preferential subscription right is cancelled, to set the issue price up to a limit of 10% of the amount of capita increase shall count against the ceiling set forth in Resolution 12 and the overall value set forth in Resolution 11; [Authority is given for a 26-month period]; this delegation supersedes this authorization granted by the shareholder’s meeting of 29 APR 2008 in its Resolution 13 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.14 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the number of securities to be issued for each of the issues decided in Resolution 11 and 12, at the same price as the initial issue, within 30 days of the closing of the subscription period and up to a maximum of 15% of the initial issue; [Authority is granted for a 26- month period]; this delegation supersedes authorization granted by the shareholder’s meeting of 29 APR 2008 in its Resolution 14 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.15 | | Authorize the Board of Directors in order to increase the share capital, in 1 or more occasions, by a maximum nominal amount of EUR 10,000,000.00 by way of capitalizing reserves, profits, premiums, by issuing bonus shares or raising the par value of existing shares; this amount shall count against the overall value set forth in Resolution 11; [Authority is given for a 26-month period]; this delegation supersedes the authorization granted by the shareholder’s meeting of 29 APR 2008 in its Resolution 15 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.16 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital, up to 10% of the share capital, in consideration for the contributions in kind granted to the Company and comprised of capital securities giving access to share capital; the amount to capital increases which may be carried out shall count forth in Resolution 12; [Authority is granted for a 26-month period]; and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; this delegation supersedes the authorization granted by the shareholder’s meeting of 29 APR 2008 in its Resolution 16 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.17 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital, on 1 or more occasions, at its sole discretion, in favor of employees’ Company of the French or Foreign Companies and related Companies who are Members of a Company savings Plan; [Authority is given for a 26-month period] and for a nominal amount that shall not exceed EUR 2,500,000.00 this amount shall count against the overall value set forth in Resolution 11; and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities, this authorization supersedes the authorization granted by the shareholder’s meeting of 29 APR 2008 in its Resolution 17 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.18 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to reduce the share capital, one 1 or more occasions, by canceling all or part of the shares held by the Company in connection with a Stock Repurchase Plan, up to a maximum of 10% of the share capital over a 24-month period; [Authority is given for a 18-month period]; and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; this authorization supersedes the authorization granted by the shareholder’s meeting of 29 APR 2008 in its Resolution 20 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.19 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to issue, on 1 or more occasions, in France or abroad, up to maximum amount of EUR 600,000,000.00, securities given right to the allocation of debt securities; this amount shall count against the overall value set forth in Resolution 11; [Authority is granted for a 26-month period]; this authorization supersedes the authorization granted by the shareholder’s meeting of 29 APR 2008 in its Resolution 22 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.20 | | Grant full powers to the bearer of an original, a copy or extract of the minutes of this meeting to carry out all filings, publications and other formalities prescribed By Law | | Management | | For | | For |
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A. | | Approve the resolutions on the allocation of free shares and stock options for the Employees and Corporate Managers will have a validity of 1 year | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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B. | | Approve to distribute more precise information in regards to shares and stock options proposed for the allocation to employees and some corporate managers, as well as for the total amount allocated to specific beneficiaries | | Management | | For | | For |
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NORBORD INC. |
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Security | | 65548P106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual and Special Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | NBDFF | | Meeting Date | | 29-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | CA65548P1062 | | Agenda | | 933022080 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 JACK L. COCKWELL | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 2 DIAN N. COHEN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 PIERRE DUPUIS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 GORDON E. FORWARD | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 DOMINIC GAMMIERO | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 6 ROBERT J. HARDING | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 7 NEVILLE W. KIRCHMANN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 MARGOT E. NORTHEY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 J. BARRIE SHINETON | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | THE APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS AUDITORS OF THE CORPORATION AND AUTHORIZING THE DIRECTORS TO FIX THEIR REMUNERATION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | AN ORDINARY RESOLUTION APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE NORBORD INC. STOCK OPTION PLAN TO INCREASE THE MAXIMUM NUMBER OF COMMON SHARES THAT MAY BE ISSUED THEREUNDER FROM 10 MILLION TO 20 MILLION. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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04 | | A SPECIAL RESOLUTION APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CORPORATION’S RESTATED ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION TO CONSOLIDATE ITS ISSUED AND OUTSTANDING COMMON SHARES ON THE BASIS OF ONE POST-CONSOLIDATED COMMON SHARE FOR EACH 10 PRE-CONSOLIDATED COMMON SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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EMBRAER-EMPRESA BRASILEIRA |
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Security | | 29081M102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ERJ | | Meeting Date | | 29-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US29081M1027 | | Agenda | | 933050596 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | EXAMINE, DISCUSS AND VOTE FOR THE APPROVAL OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS PRESENTED BY THE MANAGEMENT IN CONNECTION WITH THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED IN DECEMBER 31, 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | ALLOCATION OF NET PROFITS RECORDED IN THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | ELECTION OF THE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS FOR THE PERIOD OF 2009/2011 AND THE NOMINATION OF ITS CHAIRMAN AND VICE CHAIRMAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | ELECTION OF THE MEMBERS OF THE FISCAL BOARD FOR THE PERIOD OF 2009/2010 AND DESIGNATION OF ITS CHAIRMAN, VICE CHAIRMAN AND FINANCIAL EXPERT | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | SETTING OF THE ANNUAL AMOUNT FOR DISTRIBUTION AMONG THE MANAGEMENT (EXECUTIVE OFFICERS, DIRECTORS AND MEMBERS OF THE COMMITTEES OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS) OF THE COMPANY | | Management | | For | | For |
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06 | | SET THE COMPENSATION OF THE MEMBERS OF THE FISCAL BOARD | | Management | | For | | For |
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GRUPO TELEVISA, S.A.B. |
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Security | | 40049J206 | | Meeting Type | | Special |
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Ticker Symbol | | TV | | Meeting Date | | 30-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US40049J2069 | | Agenda | | 933059366 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
I | | APPOINTMENT OR RATIFICATION, AS THE CASE MAY BE, OF THE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO BE APPOINTED AT THIS MEETING PURSUANT TO ARTICLES TWENTY SIXTH, TWENTY SEVENTH AND OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES OF THE CORPORATE BY-LAWS. | | Management | | For | | |
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II | | APPOINTMENT OF DELEGATES TO CARRY OUT AND FORMALIZE THE RESOLUTIONS ADOPTED AT THIS MEETING. | | Management | | For | | |
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GRUPO TELEVISA, S.A.B. |
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Security | | 40049J206 | | Meeting Type | | Special |
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Ticker Symbol | | TV | | Meeting Date | | 30-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US40049J2069 | | Agenda | | 933061373 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
S1 | | APPOINTMENT OR RATIFICATION, AS THE CASE MAY BE, OF THE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO BE APPOINTED AT THIS MEETING. | | Management | | | | |
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S2 | | APPOINTMENT OF DELEGATES TO CARRY OUT AND FORMALIZE THE RESOLUTIONS ADOPTED AT THIS MEETING. | | Management | | | | |
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O1 | | PRESENTATION AND, IN ITS CASE, APPROVAL OF THE REPORTS REFERRED TO IN ARTICLE 28, PARAGRAPH IV OF THE SECURITIES MARKET LAW. | | Management | | | | |
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O2 | | PRESENTATION OF THE REPORT REGARDING CERTAIN FISCAL OBLIGATIONS OF COMPANY, ALL AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE PROXY STATEMENT. | | Management | | | | |
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O3 | | RESOLUTION REGARDING THE ALLOCATION OF FINAL RESULTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED ON DECEMBER 31, 2008. | | Management | | | | |
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O4 | | RESOLUTION (I) AMOUNT MAY BE ALLOCATED TO REPURCHASE SHARES PURSUANT TO ARTICLE 56, (II) PRESENTATION OF REPORT ON POLICIES. | | Management | | | | |
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O5 | | APPOINTMENT OR RATIFICATION, OF THE MEMBERS THAT SHALL CONFORM BOARD, SECRETARY, ALTERNATIVE SECRETARIES AND OFFICERS. | | Management | | | | |
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O6 | | APPOINTMENT OR RATIFICATION, AS THE CASE MAY BE, OF MEMBERS THAT SHALL CONFORM THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE. | | Management | | | | |
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O7 | | APPOINTMENT OR RATIFICATION, AS THE CASE MAY BE, OF THE CHAIRMAN OF THE AUDIT COMMITTEE AND OF THE CHAIRMAN OF THE COMMITTEE. | | Management | | | | |
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O8 | | COMPENSATION TO MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS, OF EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE, ALL AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE PROXY STATEMENT. | | Management | | | | |
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O9 | | APPOINTMENT OF DELEGATES WHO WILL CARRY OUT AND FORMALIZE THE RESOLUTIONS ADOPTED AT THIS MEETING. | | Management | | | | |
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E1 | | RESOLUTION REGARDING THE CANCELLATION OF SHARES AND THE RESULTING DECREASE OF THE CAPITAL STOCK. | | Management | | | | |
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E2 | | APPOINTMENT OF DELEGATES WHO WILL CARRY OUT AND FORMALIZE THE RESOLUTIONS ADOPTED AT THIS MEETING. | | Management | | | | |
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ABB LTD |
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Security | | 000375204 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ABB | | Meeting Date | | 05-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US0003752047 | | Agenda | | 933058059 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
2A | | APPROVAL OF THE ANNUAL REPORT, THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS, AND THE ANNUAL FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
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2B | | CONSULATIVE VOTE ON THE 2008 REMUNERATION REPORT. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | DISCHARGE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND THE PERSONS ENTRUSTED WITH MANAGEMENT. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | APPROPRIATION OF AVAILABLE EARNINGS AND RELEASE OF LEGAL RESERVES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | RENEWAL OF AUTHORIZED SHARE CAPITAL. | | Management | | For | | For |
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06 | | CAPITAL REDUCTION THROUGH NOMINAL VALUE REPAYMENT. | | Management | | For | | For |
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07 | | AMENDMENT TO THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION RELATED TO THE CAPITAL REDUCTION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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8A | | ELECTIONS TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTOR: HUBERTUS VON GRUNBERG, GERMAN, RE-ELECT AS DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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8B | | ELECTIONS TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTOR: ROGER AGNELLI, BRAZILIAN, RE-ELECT AS DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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8C | | ELECTIONS TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTOR: LOUIS R. HUGHES, AMERICAN, RE-ELECT AS DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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8D | | ELECTIONS TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTOR: HANS ULRICH MARKI, SWISS, RE-ELECT AS DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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8E | | ELECTIONS TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTOR: MICHEL DE ROSEN, FRENCH, RE-ELECT AS DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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8F | | ELECTIONS TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTOR: MICHAEL TRESCHOW, SWEDISH, RE-ELECT AS DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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8G | | ELECTIONS TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTOR: BERND W. VOSS, GERMAN, RE-ELECT AS DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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8H | | ELECTIONS TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTOR: JACOB WALLENBERG, SWEDISH, RE-ELECT AS DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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09 | | ELECTION OF THE AUDITORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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ADIDAS AG |
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Security | | D0066B102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 07-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | DE0005003404 | | Agenda | | 701853132 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | AS A CONDITION OF VOTING, GERMAN MARKET REGULATIONS REQUIRE THAT YOU DISCLOSE-WHETHER YOU HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST IN THIS COMPANY. SHOULD EITHER BE THE CASE, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE SO THAT WE MAY LODGE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS ACCORDINGLY. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST, SUBMIT YOUR VOTE AS NORMAL. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THE TRUE RECORD DATE FOR THIS MEETING IS 16 APR 2009, WHEREAS-THE MEETING HAS BEEN SETUP USING THE ACTUAL RECORD DATE - 1 BUSINESS DAY. THIS IS DONE TO ENSURE THAT ALL POSITIONS REPORTED ARE IN CONCURRENCE WITH THE GERMAN LAW. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Presentation of the financial statements and annual report for the 2008 FY with the report of the Supervisory Board, the Group financial statements and Group annual report, and the report pursuant to Sections 289(4) and 315(4) of the German Commercial Code | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2. | | Resolution on the appropriation of the distribution profit of EUR 237,409,047.08 as follows: payment of a dividend of EUR 0.50 per no-par share EUR 140,651,291.08 shall be carried forward Ex-dividend and payable date: 08 MAY 20 09 | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Ratification of the acts of the Board of Managing Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Ratification of the acts of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.1. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Dr. Stefan Jentzsch | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.2. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Mr. Igor Landau | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.3. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Mr. Willi Schwerdtle | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.4. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Mr. Christian Tourres | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.5. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Mr. Herbert Kauffmann | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.6. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Mr. Alexander Popow | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Amendment to Section 21(2) of the Articles of Association in accordance with the implementation of the Shareholders Rights Act (ARUG) in respect of proxy-voting instructions being issued in writing or via fax | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Amendments to Section 22 of the Articles of Association in respect of the Chairman of the shareholders meeting shall be authorized to limit share holder questions and remarks to a reasonable amount of time | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Resolution on the creation of new authorized capital and the corresponding amendment to the Articles of association, the existing authorization to increase the share capital by up to EUR 64,062,500 shall be revoked, the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized, with the consent of the Supervisory Board, to increase the share capital by up to EUR 50,000,000 through the issue of new shares against cash payment, during a period of 5 years [authorized capital 2009/I], shareholders subscription rights may be excluded for residual amounts | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Resolution on the creation of new authorized capital and the corresponding amendment to the Articles of Association, the existing authorization to increase the share capital by up to EUR 12,000,000 shall be revoked, the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized, with the consent of the Supervisory Board, to increase the share capital by up to EUR 25,000,000 through the issue of new shares against payment in kind, during a period of 3 years [authorized capital 200 9/II], the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized to decide upon the exclusion of shareholders subscription rights | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Renewal of the authorization to acquire own shares the Company shall be authorized to acquire own shares of up to 10% of its share capital, through the stock exchange at a price not differing more than 10% from the market price of the shares or by way of public repurchase offer at a price neither more than 10% above, nor more than 20% below, the market price of the shares, on or before 06 NOV 2010, the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized to offer the shares on the stock exchange or to all shareholders, to dispose of the shares in a manner other than the stock exchange or rights offering if the shares are sold at a price not materially below their market price, to use the shares in connection with mergers or the acquisition of tangible or intangible assets, to use the shares for satisfying option and conversion rights or within the scope of the Company’s stock option plan, and to ret ire the shares, furthermore, the Company shall also be authorized to use the shares for remuneration purposes | | Management | | For | | For |
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11. | | Authorization to acquire own shares by using derivatives in connection with item 10, the Company shall also be authorized to acquire own shares by using derivatives at a price neither more than 10% above, nor more than 20% below, the market price of the shares, the authorization shall be limited to up to 5% of the share capital | | Management | | For | | For |
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12. | | Appointment of the Auditors, audit of the financial statements for the 2009 FY: KPMG AG, Frankfurt, review of the interim financial statements for the first half of the 2009 FY: KPMG AG, Frankfurt | | Management | | For | | For |
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CALFRAC WELL SERVICES LTD. |
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Security | | 129584108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | CFWFF | | Meeting Date | | 12-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | CA1295841086 | | Agenda | | 933038944 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 FERNANDO AGUILAR | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 JAMES S. BLAIR | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 GREGORY S. FLETCHER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 MARTIN A. LAMBERT | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 RONALD P. MATHISON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 DOUGLAS R. RAMSAY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 R. T. (TIM) SWINTON | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO APPOINT PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS AUDITORS AT A REMUNERATION TO BE FIXED BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. DIRECTORS AND MANAGEMENT RECOMMEND SHAREHOLDERS VOTE FOR THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP. | | Management | | For | | For |
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UNILEVER PLC | | | | | | |
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Security | | 904767704 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | UL | | Meeting Date | | 13-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US9047677045 | | Agenda | | 933030417 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
A1 | | TO RECEIVE AND CONSIDER THE ACCOUNTS AND BALANCE SHEET FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2008, TOGETHER WITH THE DIRECTORS’ REPORT AND THE AUDITORS’ REPORT. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A2 | | TO CONSIDER AND, IF THOUGHT FIT, APPROVE THE DIRECTORS’ REMUNERATION REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2008 INCLUDED WITHIN THE ANNUAL REPORT AND ACCOUNTS 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A3 | | TO DECLARE A DIVIDEND ON THE ORDINARY SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A4 | | TO RE-ELECT MR J A LAWRENCE AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A5 | | TO RE-ELECT MR P G J M POLMAN AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A6 | | TO RE-ELECT THE RT HON THE LORD BRITTAN OF SPENNITHORNE QC, DL AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A7 | | TO RE-ELECT PROFESSOR W DIK AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A8 | | TO RE-ELECT MR C E GOLDEN AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A9 | | TO RE-ELECT DR B E GROTE AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A10 | | TO RE-ELECT MR N MURTHY AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A11 | | TO RE-ELECT MS H NYASULU AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A12 | | TO RE-ELECT MR K J STORM AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A13 | | TO RE-ELECT MR M TRESCHOW AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A14 | | TO RE-ELECT MR J VAN DER VEER AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A15 | | TO ELECT PROFESSOR L O FRESCO AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A16 | | TO ELECT MS A M FUDGE AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A17 | | TO ELECT MR P WALSH AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A18 | | TO RE-APPOINT PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS AUDITORS OF THE COMPANY, TO HOLD OFFICE UNTIL THE CONCLUSION OF THE NEXT GENERAL MEETING AT WHICH ACCOUNTS ARE LAID BEFORE THE MEMBERS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A19 | | TO AUTHORISE THE DIRECTORS TO FIX THE REMUNERATION OF THE AUDITORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A20 | | TO CONSIDER AND, IF THOUGHT FIT, TO PASS AN ORDINARY RESOLUTION, AS SET FORTH ON THE COMPANY NOTICE. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A21 | | TO CONSIDER AND, IF THOUGHT FIT, TO PASS A SPECIAL RESOLUTION, AS SET FORTH ON THE COMPANY NOTICE. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A22 | | TO CONSIDER AND, IF THOUGHT FIT, TO PASS A SPECIAL RESOLUTION, AS SET FORTH ON THE COMPANY NOTICE. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A23 | | TO CONSIDER AND, IF THOUGHT FIT, TO PASS AN ORDINARY RESOLUTION, AS SET FORTH ON THE COMPANY NOTICE. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A24 | | TO CONSIDER AND, IF THOUGHT FIT, TO PASS A SPECIAL RESOLUTION, AS SET FORTH ON THE COMPANY NOTICE. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A25 | | TO CONSIDER AND, IF THOUGHT FIT, TO PASS AN ORDINARY RESOLUTION, AS SET FORTH ON THE COMPANY NOTICE. | | Management | | For | | For |
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026 | | TO CONSIDER AND, IF THOUGHT FIT, TO PASS AN ORDINARY RESOLUTION, AS SET FORTH ON THE COMPANY NOTICE. | | Management | | For | | For |
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TRICAN WELL SERVICE LTD. |
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Security | | 895945103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | TOLWF | | Meeting Date | | 13-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | CA8959451037 | | Agenda | | 933039504 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | TO SET THE NUMBER OF DIRECTORS OF THE COMPANY AT EIGHT (8). | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 KENNETH M. BAGAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 DONALD R. LUFT | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 GARY R. BUGEAUD | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 DOUGLAS F. ROBINSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 MURRAY L. COBBE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 KEVIN L. NUGENT | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 G. ALLEN BROOKS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 GARY L. WARREN | | | | For | | For |
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03 | | THE APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP, CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS, AS AUDITORS OF THE COMPANY FOR THE ENSUING YEAR AND THE AUTHORIZATION OF THE DIRECTORS TO FIX THEIR REMUNERATION AS SUCH. | | Management | | For | | For |
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CADBURY PLC |
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Security | | G1843B107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 14-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | GB00B2PF6M70 | | Agenda | | 701877423 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Receive the 2008 financial statements and the Directors’ and Auditors’ reports | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Declare and approve the final dividend | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approve the Directors’ remuneration Report | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Re-elect Mr. Roger Carr as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Re-elect Mr. Todd Stitzer as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Elect Mr. Baroness Hogg as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Elect Mr. Colin Day as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Elect Mr. Andrew Bonfield as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Re-appoint Deloitte LLP as the Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Authorize the Directors to set the Auditors’ fees | | Management | | For | | For |
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11. | | Authorize the Directors to make political donations and to incur political expenditure | | Management | | For | | For |
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12. | | Authorize the Directors to allot further shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.13 | | Approve to disapply pre-emption rights | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.14 | | Authorize the Company to purchase its own shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.15 | | Grant authority for the convening of general meetings at 14 days’ notice | | Management | | For | | For |
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SOCIETE GENERALE, PARIS |
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Security | | F43638141 | | Meeting Type | | Ordinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 19-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000130809 | | Agenda | | 701848852 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative-to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A MIX MEETING. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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0.1 | | Approve the Company’s financial statements for the YE 31 DEC 2008, as presented, showing losses of EUR 2,963,598,323.26 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Approve to record the loss for the year as a deficit in retained earnings, following this appropriation, the retained earnings account of EUR 6,363 ,246,855.22 will show a new balance of EUR 3,399,648,531.96, global dividends deducted from the retained earnings account: EUR 696,872,692. 80 the shareholders will receive a net dividend of EUR 1.20 per share of a par value of EUR 1.25, and will entitle to the 40% deduction provided by the French Tax Code, this dividend will be paid on 09 JUN 2009, as required by Law, it is reminded that, for the last 3 FY, the dividends paid, were as: EUR 4.50 for FY 2005 EUR 5.20 for FY 2006 EUR 0.90 for FY 2007 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve the dividend payment will to be carried out in new shares as per the conditions: reinvestment period will be effective from 27 MAY 2009 to 10 JUN 2009, after the shareholders will receive the dividend payment in cash, the new shares will be created with dividend rights as of 01 JAN 2009, and authorize the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Approve the consolidated financial Statements and statutory reports of the Board of Directors and the Auditors for 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Receive the Special Auditors’ report on agreements governed by the Article L.225-38 of the French Code | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.6 | | Receive the Special Auditors’ report on retirement commitments in favor of Mr. Daniel Bouton, Mr. Phileppe Citerene and Mr. Didier LIX by the Article L.225-42-1 of the French Code | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.7 | | Receive the Special Auditors’ report on retirement commitments in favour of Mr. Severin Cabannes and Mr. Frederic Oudea by the Article L.225-42-1 of the French Code | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.8 | | Receive the Special Auditors’ report on retirement indemnity commitments in favor of Mr. Frederic Oudea by the Article L.225- 42-1 of the French Code | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.9 | | Renew the appointment of Mr. Jean Azema as a Director for a 4 year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.10 | | Renew the appointment of Mrs. Elisabeth Lulin as a Director for a 4 year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.11 | | Ratify the Co-optation of Mr. Robert Castaigne as a Director, to replace Mr. Elie Cohen, resigning, for the remaining time of Mr. Elie Cohen’s term of office, until the shareholders’ meeting called in 2010 and to approve the financial statements for the FY | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.12 | | Appoint Mr. Jean-Bernard Levy as a director for a 4-year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.13 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to trade by all means, in the Company’s shares on the stock market, subject to the conditions: maximum purchase price: EUR 105.00, maximum number of shares to be acquired: 58,072,724, i.e. 10% of the share capital, maximum funds invested in the share buybacks: EUR 6,097,636,020.00; [Authority expires after 18-month period], this authorization supersedes the unspent remaining period of the authorization granted by the shareholders’ meeting of 27 MAY 27 2008 in its Resolution 9, the shareholders’ meeting delegates all powers to the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.14 | | Approve to add Article 20 granting powers to the Bylaws | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.15 | | Authorize the Board of Directors, under approval of resolution 16, to increase the share capital up to a maximum nominal amount of EUR 241,900,000,00, that is 33.3% of the share capital, by issuance of preference shares without voting right and preferred subscribed rights for any cash capital increase; [Authority expires after 14 month period] | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.16 | | Approve to introduce preference shares within the bylaws subject to approval of Resolution 16, consequently, a new class of shares known as B shares will be created composed with preference shares without voting right and preferential subscription right for any cash capital increase; the share capital will be divided into 2 Classes of shares A shares, corresponding to all ordinary shares, and B shares accordingly, and authorize the Board of Directors to amend the Articles of the Bylaws | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.17 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital, on one or more occasions, and its sole discretion, by issuing shares or securities giving access to the share capital in favor of employees of the Company and its subsidiaries who are Members of a Company savings plan; [Authority expires after 14 month period]; and for a nominal amount that shall not exceed 1.75% of the share capital, the Global amount of capital increase carried out under this present Resolution shall count against the ones specified in 10 and 11 Resolutions of the combined shareholders’ meeting held on 27 MAY 2008, and approve to cancel the shareholders preferential subscription rights in favor of Members of the said savings plan, this authorization supersedes unspent remaining period of the authorization granted by shareholders’ meeting of 27 MAY 2008, in its Resolution 14, expect what concerns the completion of the share capital increases reserved for Members of a Company savings plan which has been set by the Board of Directors during its meeting of 17 FEB 2009, and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.18 | | Approve to increase the ceiling of capital increase with the shareholder’s preferential subscription right maintained set forth in the Resolution 10 granted by the shareholders meeting held on 27 MAY 2008; the global amount of share capital increase originally set at EUR 220,000,000.00 will increase to EUR 360,000,000.00 i.e., 30.2% to 49.6% of the share capital; [Authority expires after 26 month period] | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.19 | | Grant full powers to the bearer of an original, a copy or extract of the minutes of this meeting to carry out all filings, publications and other formalities prescribed by law | | Management | | For | | For |
SAP AG
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Security | | 803054204 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | SAP | | Meeting Date | | 19-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US8030542042 | | Agenda | | 933056889 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
02 | | RESOLUTION ON THE APPROPRIATION OF THE RETAINED EARNINGS OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2008 | | Management | | For | | |
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03 | | RESOLUTION ON THE FORMAL APPROVAL OF THE ACTS OF THE EXECUTIVE BOARD IN THE FISCAL YEAR 2008 | | Management | | For | | |
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04 | | RESOLUTION ON THE FORMAL APPROVAL OF THE ACTS OF THE SUPERVISORY BOARD IN THE FISCAL YEAR 2008 | | Management | | For | | |
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05 | | APPOINTMENT OF THE AUDITOR OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND GROUP FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2009 | | Management | | For | | |
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06 | | RESOLUTION ON AUTHORIZATION TO ACQUIRE AND USE TREASURY SHARES PURSUANT TO SECTION 71 (1) NO. 8 OF GERMAN STOCK CORPORATION ACT (AKTIENGESETZ; AKTG), WITH POSSIBLE EXCLUSION OF SHAREHOLDERS’ SUBSCRIPTION RIGHTS & POTENTIAL RIGHTS TO OFFER SHARES | | Management | | For | | |
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07 | | RESOLUTION ON THE AMENDMENT OF SECTION 19 OF THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION TO REFLECT THE GERMAN ACT IMPLEMENTING THE SHAREHOLDERS’ RIGHTS DIRECTIVE (GESETZ ZUR UMSETZUNG DER AKTIONARSRICHTLINIE; ARUG) | | Management | | For | | |
NEXANS, PARIS
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Security | | F65277109 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 26-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000044448 | | Agenda | | 701922103 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary,-please contact your representative. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve the unconsolidated accounts for the FYE on 31 DEC 2008; Management report; grant discharge to the Board Members | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Approve the consolidated accounts for the FYE on 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve the distribution of profits and determine the dividend | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Approve the agreements referred to in Article L.225-38 of the Commercial Code | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Approve the regulated commitments made in favor of Frederic Vincent as Chairman-General Manager | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.6 | | Approve the attendance allowances to the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.7 | | Ratify the transfer of the headquarters | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.8 | | Appoint temporary and permanent Statutory Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.9 | | Authorize the Board of Directors in order to operate on the Company’s shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.10 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to reduce the share capital by cancellation of treasury shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.11 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital, by issuing common shares with maintenance of preferential subscription rights | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.12 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital by issuing without preferential subscription rights-securities representing claims access to the Company’s capital, subjected to a common ceiling of EUR 4 million into nominal with the 13th resolution | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.13 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to issue shares, securities or securities giving access to capital in case of a public offer exchange initiated by the Company on its own securities or securities of another Company, subjected to a common ceiling of EUR 4 million into nominal with the 12th resolution | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.14 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to decide on the increase of the number of securities to be issued in case of capital increase with or without preferential subscription rights within the limits set in the ceiling of 11th, 12th and 13th resolutions | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.15 | | Approve the possibility to issue common shares or securities giving access to capital, limited to 5% of the share capital in compensation of contributions in kind relating to equity securities or securities giving access to capital | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.16 | | Approve the delegation of competence to the Board of Directors to decide a capital increase by incorporation of premiums, reserves or benefits | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.17 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to decide on the increase of the share capital by issuing shares or securities giving access to capital reserved for Savings Plans’ Members with cancellation of preferential subscription rights to these remaining within the limits of EUR 400,000 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.18 | | Authorize the Board of Directors in order to grant options to subscribe or purchase shares in the limit of EUR 400,000 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.19 | | Grant powers for formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
GAMESA CORPORACION TECHNOLOGICA S A
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Security | | E54667113 | | Meeting Type | | Ordinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 28-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | ES0143416115 | | Agenda | | 701921656 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE EVENT THE MEETING DOES NOT REACH QUORUM, THERE WILL BE A SECOND CALL ON 29 MAY 2009. CONSEQUENTLY, YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS WILL REMAIN VALID FOR ALL CALLS UNLESS THE AGENDA IS AMENDED. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve the individual and consolidated annual accounts of the exercise 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the application of the result and the distribution of the dividend | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approve the management report of the company and consolidated group | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Approve the management of the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Ratify the Board Member of Iberdrola with the Calification of dominical External Member | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Ratify the appointment of Mr. Carles Fernandez-Lerga with Calification of other External Board Members | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Re-elect the Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Authorize the Board of Directors for the derivated acquisition of own shares until max of 5% leaving without effect the previous agreements approved in the OGM of 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Approve the Incentive Plan to long-term through the deliver of shares of the Company included in the strategic plan 2009-2011, delegation of the faculties for the execution of this retribution system | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Approve the delegation of the faculties for the execution of the agreements in the OGM | | Management | | For | | For |
COVIDIEN LTD.
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Security | | G2552X108 | | Meeting Type | | Special |
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Ticker Symbol | | COV | | Meeting Date | | 28-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | BMG2552X1083 | | Agenda | | 933074851 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | APPROVAL OF THE SCHEME OF ARRANGEMENT ATTACHED TO THE ACCOMPANYING PROXY STATEMENT AS ANNEX A. | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | IF THE SCHEME OF ARRANGEMENT IS APPROVED, AND IN CONNECTION WITH SCHEME OF ARRANGEMENT AND REORGANIZATION, APPROVAL OF CREATION OF DISTRIBUTABLE RESERVES OF COVIDIEN PLC (THROUGH REDUCTION OF SHARE PREMIUM ACCOUNT OF COVIDIEN PLC) THAT WAS PREVIOUSLY APPROVED BY COVIDIEN LTD. AND OTHER CURRENT SHAREHOLDERS OF COVIDIEN PLC (AS DESCRIBED IN THE ACCOMPANYING PROXY STATEMENT). | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVAL OF THE MOTION TO ADJOURN THE MEETING TO A LATER DATE TO SOLICIT ADDITIONAL PROXIES IF THERE ARE INSUFFICIENT PROXIES TO APPROVE THE SCHEME OF ARRANGEMENT AT THE TIME OF THE MEETING. | | Management | | For | | For |
ALCATEL-LUCENT
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Security | | 013904305 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ALU | | Meeting Date | | 29-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US0139043055 | | Agenda | | 933069278 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
O1 | | APPROVAL OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O2 | | APPROVAL OF THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O3 | | RESULTS FOR FISCAL YEAR - APPROPRIATION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O4 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF PHILIPPE CAMUS AS MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O5 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF BEN VERWAAYEN AS MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O6 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF STUART E. EIZENSTAT AS MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O7 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF LOUIS R. HUGHES AS MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O8 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF JEAN C. MONTY AS MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O9 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF OLIVIER PIOU AS MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O10 | | RENEWAL OF THE TERM OF OFFICE OF SYLVIA JAY AS MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O11 | | RENEWAL OF THE TERM OF OFFICE OF JEAN-CYRIL SPINETTA AS MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O12 | | APPROVAL OF REGULATED AGREEMENT WHICH REMAINED IN FORCE DURING THE FISCAL YEAR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O13 | | APPROVAL OF THE COMMITMENTS IN FAVOR OF THE CHAIRMAN, ENTERED INTO ACCORDING TO ARTICLE L. 225- 42-1 OF THE FRENCH COMMERCIAL CODE WITH RESPECT TO THE ALLOCATION OF RESTRICTED STOCK UNITS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O14 | | APPROVAL OF THE COMMITMENTS IN FAVOR OF THE CEO, ENTERED INTO ACCORDING TO ARTICLE L. 225-42-1 OF THE FRENCH COMMERCIAL CODE WITH RESPECT TO THE ALLOCATION OF RESTRICTED STOCK UNITS AND STOCK OPTIONS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O15 | | APPROVAL OF THE COMMITMENTS IN FAVOR OF THE CEO, ENTERED INTO ACCORDING TO ARTICLE L. 225-42-1 OF THE FRENCH COMMERCIAL CODE WITH RESPECT TO THE PENSION BENEFITS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O16 | | AUTHORIZATION TO BE GIVEN TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO ALLOW THE COMPANY TO PURCHASE AND SELL ITS OWN SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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E17 | | AUTHORIZATION TO BE GIVEN TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO REDUCE THE SHARE CAPITAL OF THE COMPANY BY CANCELLATION OF THE TREASURY SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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E18 | | DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY TO BE GIVEN TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO PROCEED WITH THE ISSUE WITHOUT CANCELLATION OF PREFERENTIAL SUBSCRIPTION RIGHTS OF ORDINARY SHARES AND OF SECURITIES CONFERRING AN IMMEDIATE OR FUTURE RIGHT TO THE SHARE CAPITAL OF THE COMPANY OR OF ITS AFFILIATES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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E19 | | DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY TO BE GIVEN TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO PROCEED WITH THE ISSUE WITH CANCELLATION OF PREFERENTIAL SUBSCRIPTION RIGHTS, OF (I) ORDINARY SHARES AND ANY SECURITIES CONFERRING AN IMMEDIATE OR FUTURE RIGHT TO THE SHARE CAPITAL OF THE COMPANY OR OF ITS AFFILIATES, OR OF (II) COMPANY ORDINARY SHARES WHICH CONFERS A RIGHT TO THE ISSUANCE OF SECURITIES TO BE ISSUED BY SUBSIDIARIES, INCLUDING FOR THE PURPOSES OF REMUNERATING SECURITIES THAT ARE TENDERED IN CONNECTION WITH AN EXCHANGE OFFER. | | Management | | For | | For |
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E20 | | DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY TO BE GIVEN TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO CARRY OUT A SHARE CAPITAL INCREASE TO REMUNERATE CONTRIBUTIONS IN KIND OF CAPITAL STOCK OR MARKETABLE SECURITIES GIVING ACCESS TO THE CAPITAL OF THIRD-PARTY COMPANIES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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E21 | | AGGREGATE LIMIT TO THE AMOUNT OF ISSUANCES CARRIED OUT BY VIRTUE OF THE 18TH, 19TH, AND 20TH RESOLUTIONS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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E22 | | DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY TO BE GIVEN TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO INCREASE THE SHARE CAPITAL OF THE COMPANY BY INCORPORATION OF RESERVES, PROFITS OR PREMIUMS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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E23 | | DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY TO BE GIVEN TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO DECIDE ON THE DISPOSAL OR INCREASE OF SHARE CAPITAL BY THE ISSUANCE OF SHARES RESERVED TO THE PARTICIPANTS IN A COMPANY SAVINGS PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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E24 | | POWERS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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E25 | | AMENDMENTS OR NEW RESOLUTIONS PROPOSED AT THE MEETING. (IF YOU CAST YOUR VOTE IN FAVOR OF RESOLUTION 25, YOU ARE GIVING DISCRETION TO THE CHAIRMAN OF THE MEETING TO VOTE FOR OR AGAINST ANY AMENDMENTS OR NEW RESOLUTIONS THAT MAY BE PROPOSED). | | Management | | For | | For |
TOKYO ELECTRON LIMITED
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Security | | J86957115 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 19-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | JP3571400005 | | Agenda | | 701974683 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | Please reference meeting materials. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Amend Articles to: Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the other Updated Laws and Regulations | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.1 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.2 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.3 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.4 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.5 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.6 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.7 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.8 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.9 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.10 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.11 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.12 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.13 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.1 | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.2 | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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4. | | Approve Payment of Bonuses to Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
SANTEN PHARMACEUTICAL CO., LTD.
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Security | | J68467109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 24-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | JP3336000009 | | Agenda | | 701982488 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | Please reference meeting materials. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve Appropriation of Retained Earnings | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Amend Articles to: Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the Other Updated Laws and Regulations | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.1 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.2 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.3 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.4 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.5 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.6 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.7 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Approve Provision of Retirement Allowance for Retiring Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Approve Issuance of Share Acquisition Rights as Stock Options for the Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Approve Issuance of Share Acquisition Rights as Stock Options for the Corporate Officers | | Management | | For | | For |
SQUARE ENIX HOLDINGS CO., LTD.
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Security | | J7659R109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 24-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | JP3164630000 | | Agenda | | 701982692 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | Please reference meeting materials. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve Appropriation of Retained Earnings | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2. | | Amend Articles to: Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the Other Updated Laws and Regulations | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.1 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.2 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.3 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.4 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.5 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
QIAGEN N.V.
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Security | | N72482107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | QGEN | | Meeting Date | | 24-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | NL0000240000 | | Agenda | | 933098825 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | PROPOSAL TO ADOPT THE ANNUAL ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2008 (“FISCAL YEAR 2008”). | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO APPROVE THE PERFORMANCE OF THE MANAGING BOARD DURING FISCAL YEAR 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO APPROVE PERFORMANCE OF THE SUPERVISORY BOARD DURING FISCAL YEAR 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
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4A | | ELECTION OF SUPERVISORY DIRECTOR: PROF. DR. DETLEV RIESNER | | Management | | For | | For |
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4B | | ELECTION OF SUPERVISORY DIRECTOR: DR. WERNER BRANDT | | Management | | For | | For |
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4C | | ELECTION OF SUPERVISORY DIRECTOR: DR. METIN COLPAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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4D | | ELECTION OF SUPERVISORY DIRECTOR: MR. ERIK HORNNAESS | | Management | | For | | For |
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4E | | ELECTION OF SUPERVISORY DIRECTOR: PROF. DR. MANFRED KAROBATH | | Management | | For | | For |
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4F | | ELECTION OF SUPERVISORY DIRECTOR: MR. HEINO VON PRONDZYNSKI | | Management | | For | | For |
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5A | | ELECTION OF MANAGING DIRECTOR: MR. PEER SCHATZ | | Management | | For | | For |
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5B | | ELECTION OF MANAGING DIRECTOR: MR. ROLAND SACKERS | | Management | | For | | For |
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5C | | ELECTION OF MANAGING DIRECTOR: DR. JOACHIM SCHORR | | Management | | For | | For |
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5D | | ELECTION OF MANAGING DIRECTOR: MR. BERND UDER | | Management | | For | | For |
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06 | | PROPOSAL TO REAPPOINT ERNST & YOUNG ACCOUNTANTS AS AUDITORS OF THE COMPANY FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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07 | | TO AUTHORIZE THE MANAGING BOARD, UNTIL DECEMBER 24, 2010, TO ACQUIRE SHARES IN THE COMPANY’S OWN SHARE CAPITAL. | | Management | | For | | For |
SUZUKI MOTOR CORPORATION
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Security | | J78529138 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 26-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | JP3397200001 | | Agenda | | 701977413 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | Please reference meeting materials. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve Appropriation of Retained Earnings | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2. | | Amend Articles to: Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the other Updated Laws and Regulations | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.1 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.2 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.3 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.4 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.5 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.6 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.7 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.8 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.9 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.10 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.11 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Approve Payment of Bonuses to Corporate Officers | | Management | | For | | For |
SANKYO CO., LTD.
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Security | | J67844100 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 26-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | JP3326410002 | | Agenda | | 702005352 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | Approve Appropriation of Profits | | Management | | For | | For |
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2 | | Amend Articles to: Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the other Updated Laws and Regulations | | Management | | For | | For |
BML, INC.
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Security | | J0447V102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 26-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | JP3799700004 | | Agenda | | 702009235 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | Approve Appropriation of Profits | | Management | | For | | For |
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2 | | Amend Articles to: Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the other Updated Laws and Regulations, Allow Board to Make Rules Governing Exercise of Shareholders’ Rights, Adopt Reduction of Liability System for Outside Auditors | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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3.1 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.2 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.3 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.4 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.5 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.6 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.7 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.8 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.9 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.10 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.11 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.1 | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.2 | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.3 | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
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5 | | Appoint a Substitute Corporate Auditor | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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6 | | Special Payment for Deceased Chairperson | | Management | | For | | For |
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SALESFORCE.COM, INC.
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Security | | 79466L302 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | CRM | | Meeting Date | | 10-Jul-2008 |
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ISIN | | US79466L3024 | | Agenda | | 932916022 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 MARC BENIOFF | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 CRAIG CONWAY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 ALAN HASSENFELD | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JANUARY 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE COMPANY’S 2004 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN TO ELIMINATE THE ANNUAL AUTOMATIC SHARE REPLENISHMENT FROM SUCH PLAN AND INCREASE THE NUMBER OF SHARES AUTHORIZED FOR GRANT BY AN INCREMENTAL 7,500,000 SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE COMPANY’S 2004 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN TO ENABLE INCENTIVE COMPENSATION UNDER SUCH PLAN TO QUALIFY AS “PERFORMANCE BASED COMPENSATION” WITHIN THE MEANING OF INTERNAL REVENUE CODE SECTION 162(M). | | Management | | For | | For |
THE E.W. SCRIPPS COMPANY
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Security | | 811054204 | | Meeting Type | | Special |
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Ticker Symbol | | SSP | | Meeting Date | | 15-Jul-2008 |
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ISIN | | US8110542045 | | Agenda | | 932928611 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | TO APPROVE THE AMENDMENT TO THE COMPANY’S AMENDED AND RESTATED ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION TO EFFECT THE 1-FOR-3 REVERSE SHARE SPLIT AND CORRESPONDING REDUCTION IN STATED CAPITAL. | | Management | | For | | For |
ALSIUS CORPORATION
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Security | | 021211107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ALUS | | Meeting Date | | 16-Jul-2008 |
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ISIN | | US0212111076 | | Agenda | | 932925665 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 PAUL A. BROOKE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 JACK W. LASERSOHN | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE, LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
THE GREAT ATLANTIC & PACIFIC TEA CO INC.
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Security | | 390064103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | GAP | | Meeting Date | | 17-Jul-2008 |
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ISIN | | US3900641032 | | Agenda | | 932928039 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 J.D. BARLINE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 J.J. BOECKEL | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 B. GAUNT | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 A. GULDIN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 C.W.E. HAUB | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 D. KOURKOUMELIS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 E. LEWIS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 G. MAYS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 M.B. TART-BEZER | | | | For | | For |
CIA SANEAMENTO MINAS GERAIS SA
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Security | | P28269101 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 21-Jul-2008 |
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ISIN | | BRCSMGACNOR5 | | Agenda | | 701655980 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | IMPORTANT MARKET PROCESSING REQUIREMENT: A BENEFICIAL OWNER SIGNED POWER OF ATTORNEY (POA) IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO LODGE AND EXECUTE YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MARKET. ABSENCE OF A POA, MAY CAUSE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS TO BE REJECTED. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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I. | | Elect a Member of the Board of Directors and a Member of the Finance Committee of the Company, by appointment of the majority shareholder | | Management | | For | | For |
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II. | | Approve the donation, in return, of the real property in reference to the land where the elevated reservoir of 15 cubic meters was located, with 140 square meters, located at Rua Oito, no street number, Bairro Jardim Nova Espera NCA, in Areado, state of Minas Gerias, since the same was originally donated to Copasa MG by said municipality, in accordance with the recommendation of the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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III. | | Approve the donation, in return, of real properties in reference to the pieces of land on which were located the water towers for treated water and the points at which water was drawn from the Streams Manoel Jose, with 1655 square meters, Jose Junq Ueira with 72 square meters, and Campestre, with 492 square meters, situated in Campestre, State of Minas Gerais, since the same were originally donated to Copasa MG by said municipality, in accordance with the recommendation of the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
MACQUARIE GROUP LIMITED
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Security | | Q57085104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 23-Jul-2008 |
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ISIN | | AU000000MQG1 | | Agenda | | 701647197 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Receive the financial report, the Directors’ report and the Auditor’s report-of Macquarie for the YE 31 MAR 2008 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2. | | Adopt the remuneration report of Macquarie for the YE 31 MAR 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Re-elect Dr. H.M. Nugent as a voting Director of Macquarie | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Elect Dr. J.R. Niland as a voting Director of Macquarie effective on the conclusion of this meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5. | | Elect Mr. P.M. Kirby as a voting Director effective on the conclusion of this meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Approve the participation in the Macquarie group Employee Share Option Plan [Plan] as to maximum of 243,900 options, by Mr. NW Moore, Managing Director or, if Mr. Moore so elects, a controlled Company, as specified and acquisition accordingly by Mr. NW Moore or his controlled Company of options up to the stated maximum and, in consequence of exercise of those options, of ordinary shares of Macquarie, all in accordance with the terms of the plan and on the basis, as specified | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Approve to issue of up to 6,000,000 Macquarie convertible preference securities by Macquarie capital loans Management Limited [ABN 18 077 595 012] [Issuer] as the responsible entity of the Macquarie CPS Trust, on the terms and conditions, as specified | | Management | | For | | For |
CARREFOUR SA, PARIS
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Security | | F13923119 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 28-Jul-2008 |
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ISIN | | FR0000120172 | | Agenda | | 701628870 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN MIX MEETING. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Ratify the appointment of Mr. Bernard Arnault as a Member of the Supervisory Board, to replace Mr. Robert Halley, for the remainder of Mr. Robert Halley’s term of office | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.2 | | Approve to decides that the Company, instead of being ruled by an Executive Committee and a Supervisory Board, shall be ruled by a Board of Director and a General Manager, it notes that the present resolution cancels the terms of office of the Members of the Executive Committee and of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.3 | | Approve to cancel the drawing from a distributable profit of the required sum to be paid to the shareholders, as first dividend, i.e a 6% interest on the amount released and not refunded their shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.4 | | Approve to overhaul the Articles of the Bylaws in order to adapt them to the legal provisions in force | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.5 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and approve to transfer to the Board of Directors the authorization previously granted to the Executive Committee by the extraordinary shareholders’ meetings of 15 APR 2008 [Resolutions 12, 13, 14] and 30 APR 2007 [Resolution 10] | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.6 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and approve to transfer to the Board of Directors the authorization previously granted to the Executive Committee by the ordinary shareholders’ meeting of 15 APR 2008 in its Resolution 11 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
O.7 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint Mr. Rene Abate as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.8 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint Mr. Bernard Arnault as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.9 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint Mr. Sebastien Bazin as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.10 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint Mr. Nicolas Bazire as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.11 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint Mr. Jean Laurent Bonnafe as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.12 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint Mr. Thierry Breton as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.13 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, appoint Mr. Rene Brillet as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.14 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint Mr. Charles Edelstenne as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.15 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint Mr. Jean Martin Folz as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.16 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint Mr. Jose Luis Leal Maldonado as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.17 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint Mr. Amauryde Seze as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.18 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint Mrs. Anne Claire Taittinger as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.19 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint the Members of the Board of Directors for a 3 year period | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.20 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and approve to award total annual fees of EUR 900,000.00 to the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.21 | | Grants full powers to the bearer of an original, a copy or extract of the minutes of this meeting to carry out all filings, publications and other formalities prescribed By-Law | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO CHANGE IN MEETING DATE AND RECORD DATE. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO CHANGE IN SECOND CALL DATE. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
NATIONAL GRID PLC, LONDON
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Security | | G6375K151 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 28-Jul-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | GB00B08SNH34 | | Agenda | | 701644569 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Receive the annual reports and accounts | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2. | | Declare a final dividend of 21.3 pence per ordinary share | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3. | | Re-elect Mr. Bob Catell as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4. | | Re-elect Mr. Tom King as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5. | | Re-elect Mr. Philip Aiken as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
6. | | Re-elect Mr. John Allan as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
7. | | Re-appoint PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as the Auditor of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
8. | | Authorize the Directors to set the Auditors’ remuneration | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
9. | | Approve the Directors’ remuneration report | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
10. | | Authorize the Directors to issue of equity or equity linked securities with pre-emptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of GBP 94,936,979 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
S.11 | | Grant authority for the issue of equity or equity linked securities without pre-emptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of GBP 14,240,547 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
S.12 | | Authorize the Company to purchase 249,936,128 ordinary shares for Market Purchase | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
S.13 | | Adopt the new Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO RECEIPT OF AMOUNT IN RESOLUTIONS 10, 11 AND 12. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
COMPANHIA DE SANEAMENTO BASICO DO ESTADO DE SAO PA
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Security | | P8228H104 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 28-Jul-2008 |
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ISIN | | BRSBSPACNOR5 | | Agenda | | 701652047 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | IMPORTANT MARKET PROCESSING REQUIREMENT: A BENEFICIAL OWNER SIGNED POWER OF ATTORNEY (POA) IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO LODGE AND EXECUTE YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MARKET. ABSENCE OF A POA, MAY CAUSE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS TO BE REJECTED. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Amend the Corporate Bylaws that will amend and renumber the Chapters and the Articles in the following manner: Chapter I Articles 1 and 2, Chapter II Articles 3 and 4, Chapter III Article 5, Chapter IV Article 6, Chapter V Articles 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13 and 14, Chapter VI Articles 15, 16, 17, 18 and 19, Chapter VII Articles 20, 21 and 22, Chapter VIII Articles 23, 24, 25, 26 and 27, Chapter IX Articles 28 and 29, Chapter X, Articles 30, Chapter XI Article 31, Chapter XII Articles 32, 33, 34, 35, 36 and 37, Chapter XIII Article 38, Chapter XIV Articles 39, 40, 41, 42 and 43, Chapter XV Article 44 and Chapter XVI Articles 45 and 46 | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Elect a Member of the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
SUEDZUCKER AG, MANNHEIM
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Security | | D82781101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 29-Jul-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | DE0007297004 | | Agenda | | 701614009 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | AS A CONDITION OF VOTING, GERMAN MARKET REGULATIONS REQUIRE THAT YOU DISCLOSE WHETHER YOU HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST IN THIS COMPANY. SHOULD EITHER BE THE CASE, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE SO THAT WE MAY LODGE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS ACCORDINGLY. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST, SUBMIT YOUR VOTE AS NORMAL. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THE TRUE RECORD DATE FOR THIS MEETING IS 08 JUL 2008, WHEREAS THE MEETING HAS BEEN SETUP USING THE ACTUAL RECORD DATE 1 BUSINESS DAY. THIS IS DONE TO ENSURE THAT ALL POSITIONS REPORTED ARE IN CONCURRENCE WITH THE GERMAN LAW. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Presentation of the financial statements and annual report for the 2007/2008 FY with the report of the Supervisory Board, the Group financial statements and annual report | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2. | | Resolution on the appropriation of the distributable profit of EUR 75,747,118.06 as follows: payment of a dividend of EUR 0.40 per share EUR 5,674.86 shall be carried forward ex-dividend and payable date: 30 JUL 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Ratification of the acts of the Board of Managing Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Ratification of the acts of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Appointment of the Auditors for the 2008/2009 FY: PricewaterhouseCoopers Ag, Frankfurt | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Authorization to issue profit sharing certificates or bonds, the creation of contingent capital II, and the corresponding amendments to the Article of Association the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized, with the consent of the Supervisory Board, to issue profit sharing certificates or bonds of up to EUR 400,000,000, conferring a conversion or option right for new shares of the Company, on or before 28 JUL 2013, shareholders shall be granted subscription rights, except for residual amounts, and insofar as the profit sharing certificates or bonds are issued at a price not materially below their theoretical market value, as well as for the granting of subscription rights to holders of previously granted option or conversion rights. the share capital shall be increased by up to EUR 15,000,000 through the issue of up to 15,000,000 new bearer shares, insofar as conversion or option rights are exercised | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Authorization to acquire own shares the Company shall be authorized to acquire own shares of up to 10% of its share capital, at prices not deviating more than 10% from the market price, on or before 23 JAN 2010, the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized to dispose of the shares in a manner other than the stock exchange or a rights offering if the shares a resold at a price not materially below their market price, to use the shares for acquisition purposes or for the fulfillment conversion or option rights, and to retire the shares | | Management | | For | | For |
ELECTRONIC ARTS INC.
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Security | | 285512109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | ERTS | | Meeting Date | | 31-Jul-2008 |
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ISIN | | US2855121099 | | Agenda | | 932927594 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LEONARD S. COLEMAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GARY M. KUSIN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GREGORY B. MAFFEI | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: VIVEK PAUL | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LAWRENCE F. PROBST III | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN S. RICCITIELLO | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RICHARD A. SIMONSON | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LINDA J. SRERE | | Management | | For | | For |
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2 | | AMENDMENTS TO THE 2000 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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3 | | AMENDMENTS TO THE 2000 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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4 | | RATIFICATION OF APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS INDEPENDENT AUDITORS | | Management | | For | | For |
THQ INC.
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Security | | 872443403 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | THQI | | Meeting Date | | 31-Jul-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US8724434035 | | Agenda | | 932930274 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 BRIAN J. FARRELL | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 LAWRENCE BURSTEIN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 HENRY T. DENERO | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 BRIAN P. DOUGHERTY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 JEFFREY W. GRIFFITHS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 GARY E. RIESCHEL | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 JAMES L. WHIMS | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE THQ INC. 2006 LONG-TERM INCENTIVE PLAN: TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF SHARES THAT WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR ISSUANCE BY 5.5 MILLION SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE THQ INC. EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN: TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF SHARES OF COMMON STOCK RESERVED FOR ISSUANCE BY 500,000. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | RATIFICATION OF THE INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM: TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE COMPANY’S FISCAL YEAR ENDING MARCH 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
MEDTRONIC, INC.
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Security | | 585055106 | �� | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | MDT | | Meeting Date | | 21-Aug-2008 |
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ISIN | | US5850551061 | | Agenda | | 932935488 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 VICTOR J. DZAU, M.D. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 WILLIAM A. HAWKINS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 SHIRLEY A. JACKSON, PHD | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 DENISE M. O’LEARY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 JEAN-PIERRE ROSSO | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 JACK W. SCHULER | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS MEDTRONIC’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO APPROVE THE MEDTRONIC, INC. 2008 STOCK AWARD AND INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
SAMSUNG SDI CO LTD
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Security | | Y74866107 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 04-Sep-2008 |
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ISIN | | KR7006400006 | | Agenda | | 701669662 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT ABSTAIN IS NOT A VALID VOTING OPTION FOR THIS MEETING | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve the spin-off | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THE ISSUING COMPANY WILL OWN 100 % OF SHARES OF THE NEWLY ESTABLISHED COMPANY RESULTED AFTER THIS SPIN-OFF. THIS SPIN-OFF DOES NOT AFFECT ON YOUR HOLDINGS. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO ADDITION OF COMMENT. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
MICRUS ENDOVASCULAR CORPORATION
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Security | | 59518V102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | MEND | | Meeting Date | | 16-Sep-2008 |
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ISIN | | US59518V1026 | | Agenda | | 932941734 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 L. NELSON HOPKINS, M.D. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 FRANCIS J. SHAMMO | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING MARCH 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
UBISOFT ENTERTAINMENT, MONTREUIL
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Security | | F9396N106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 22-Sep-2008 |
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ISIN | | FR0000054470 | | Agenda | | 701684804 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A MIX MEETING. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Receive the reports of the Board of Directors and the Auditors, approve the Company’s financial statements for the YE on 31 MAR 2008; as presented earnings for the FY EUR 75,212,163 accordingly, grant permanent discharge to the Directors for the performance of their duties during the said FY | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Approve the recommendations of the Board of Directors and resolves that the income for FY be appropriated as follows: earnings for the FY: EUR 75,212,163.38 legal reserves EUR 12,823.40, other reserves: EUR 75,199,399.98 in accordance with the regulations in force, the shareholders meeting recalls that no dividend was paid for the previous 3 FY | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Receive the reports of the Board of Directors and the Auditors, approve the consolidated financial statements for the said FY | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Receive the special report of the Auditors on agreements governed by Article L.225.40 of the French Commercial Code and approve the Agreements, referred to therein | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to buy back the Company’s shares on the open market, subject to the conditions specified: maximum purchase price: EUR 120.00, maximum number of shares to be acquired: 10% of the share capital, maximum funds invested in the share buybacks: EUR 555,578,304.00; [Authority expires at the end of 18-month period]; the shareholders meeting delegates all powers to the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities this authorization supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders by the meeting 04 JUL 2007 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.6 | | Grant full powers to the bearer of an original, a copy or extract of the minutes of this meeting to carry out all filings, publications and other formalities prescribed by Law | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.7 | | Grant authority to the Board of Directors to reduce the share capital on one or more occasions and its sole discretion, by canceling all or part of the shares held by the Company in connection with a stock repurchase plan up to a maximum of 10% of the share capital over a 24 month period, [Authority expires at the end of 18-month period] the shareholders meeting delegates all powers to the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities, the share holders meeting delegates to the Board of Directors all powers to charge the share issuance costs against the related premiums this authorization supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders by the meeting 04 JUL 2007 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.8 | | Authorize the Board of Directors the necessary powers to increase the capital, on 1 or more occasions in France or abroad, by a maximum nominal amount of EUR 2,000,000.00 by issuance, with preferred subscription rights maintained, of shares and or account securities this amount shall count against the overall value of EUR 4,000,000.00 set forth in resolution number 16 the maximum nominal amount of debt securities which may be issued shall not exceed EUR 400,000,000.00 this amount is common to issued under the delegation of present shareholders meeting [Authority expires at the end of 26 month period]; this delegation of powers supersedes any and all earlier delegation to the same effect the shareholders meeting delegates all powers to the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities, the shareholders’ meeting delegates to the Board of Directors, all powers to charge the share issuance costs against the related premiums | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.9 | | Authorize the Board of Directors the necessary powers to increase the capital, on 1 or more occasions in France or abroad, by a maximum nominal amount of EUR 2,000,000.00 by issuance, with preferred subscription rights maintained, of shares and or securities the maximum nominal amount of debt securities which may be issued shall not exceed EUR 400,000,000.00 this amount is common to all securities which may be issued under the delegation of present shareholders meeting [Authority expires at the end of 26 month period]; this delegation of powers supersedes any and all earlier delegation to the same effect the shareholders meeting delegates all powers to the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities, the shareholders’ meeting delegates to the Board of Directors, all powers to charge the share issuance costs against the related premiums | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.10 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital, on 1 or more occasions at its sole discretion, in favor of employees and corporate officers of the Company and related Companies who are Members of a Company Savings Plan; [Authority expires at the end of 26-month period] and for a nominal amount that shall not exceed 0.2% of the share capital; this amount shall count against the overall value set forth in resolution number 16 the shareholders meeting decides to cancel the shareholders preferential subscription rights the shareholders meeting Delegates all powers to the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities, the shareholders’ meeting delegates to the Board of Directors all powers to charge the share issuance costs against the related premiums and deduct from the premiums the amounts necessary to raise the legal reserves to one tenth of the new capital after each increase, this delegation powers supersedes any and all earlier Delegations to the same effect | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.11 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to proceed in 1 or more issue, with the issuance of warrants giving right to subscribe to shares the amount of shares which may be subscribed or purchased by the beneficiaries of warrants shall not exceed 3.4% of the share capital party contact narrative the nominal amount of the share capital increase to be carried out under this delegation shall count against the overall value set forth in resolution number 16 the shareholders meeting resolves to waive the preferential subscription rights of the share holders to the warrants giving right to subscribe to shares the shareholders meeting delegates all powers to the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities to charge the share issuance costs against the related premiums and deduct from the premiums the amount necessary to raise the legal reserves to one tenth of the new capital after each increase this authorization granted to shareholders meeting of 04 JUL 2007 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.12 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to grant for free, on 1 or more occasions existing or future shares, in favour of the employees and corporate officers of the Company and related Companies they may not represent more than 1% of the share capital [Authority expires at the end of 38-month period] and for a nominal amount of share capital increase to be carried out under this delegation shall count against the overall value of EUR 4,000,000.00 set forth in resolution number 16 the share holders meeting decides to cancel the shareholders preferential subscription rights the shareholders meeting Delegates all powers to the Board of Directors all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities this authorization supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders meeting of 04 JUL 2007 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.13 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital, on 1 or more occasions, at its sole discretion, in favour of the employees and corporate officers of the Company [Authority expires at the end of 18-month period] and for a nominal amount that shall not exceed 0.4% of the share capital this amount shall count against the overall value of EUR 4,000,000.00 set forth in resolution number 16 the shareholders meeting decides to cancel the shareholders preferential subscription rights the shareholders meeting Delegates all powers to the Board of Directors all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities this delegation supersedes any and all earlier delegation to the same effect | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.14 | | Authorize the Board of Directors the necessary powers to increase the capital, on 1 or more occasions in France or abroad, by a maximum nominal amount of EUR 2,000,000.00 by issuance of shares and or securities; [Authority expires at the end of 18 month period]; this amount shall count against the overall value set forth in resolution number 16 the shareholder meeting decides to cancel the shareholders preferential subscription rights; the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities the shareholders meetings delegates to the Board of Directors, all powers to chare the share issuance costs against the related premiums this supersedes any and all earlier delegation to the same effect | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.15 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital, up to 10% of the share capital, by way of issuing the shares or securities giving access to the capital, in consideration for the contributions in kind granted to the Company and comprised of capital securities or securities giving access to share capital, this amount shall count against the overall values set forth in resolution number 16 [Authority expires at the end of the 26 months] approve to cancel the shareholders’ preferential subscription rights, authorize the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities, this delegation of powers supersedes any and all earlier delegations to the same effect | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.16 | | Approve the maximal nominal amount of the capital increases ton be carried out under the delegations of authority number 8,9,10,11,12,13,14 and 15 shall not exceed EUR 4,000,000.00 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.17 | | Receive the report of the Board of Directors, the shareholders meeting decides that the various delegations given by the resolutions N 8 to 15 at the present meeting shall be used in whole or in part in accordance with the legal provisions in force, during periods when cash or stock tender offers are in effect for the Company’s share for an 18 month period, starting from the date of the present meeting, authorize the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.18 | | Approve to divide by 2 nominal value of the shares from EUR 0.155 to EUR 0.0775 the shareholders’ and authorize the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all formalities; amend the Article No 4 of the Byelaws | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.19 | | Grant full powers to the Bearer of an original, a copy or extract of the minutes of this meeting to carry out all filings, publications and other formalities prescribed By Law | | Management | | For | | For |
JACKSON HEWITT TAX SERVICE INC.
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Security | | 468202106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | JTX | | Meeting Date | | 23-Sep-2008 |
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ISIN | | US4682021062 | | Agenda | | 932944653 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ULYSSES L. BRIDGEMAN, JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RODMAN L. DRAKE | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | PROPOSAL TO AMEND AMENDED AND RESTATED CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION TO ELIMINATE THE CLASSIFICATION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS BEGINNING WITH THE 2009 ANNUAL MEETING. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | ADVISORY (NON-BINDING) VOTE ON EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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04 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE SELECTION OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING APRIL 30, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
SHIRE PLC
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Security | | G8124V108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 24-Sep-2008 |
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ISIN | | JE00B2QKY057 | | Agenda | | 701688799 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Elect Mr. Matthew Emmens as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Elect Mr. Angus Russell as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Elect Mr. Graham Hetherington as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Elect Dr. Barry Price as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Elect Mr. David Kappler as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Elect Dr. Jeffrey Leiden as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Elect Mr. Patrick Langlois as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Elect Ms. Kate Nealon as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Elect Mr. David Mott as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Elect Dr. Michael Rosenblatt as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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11. | | Appoint Deloitte & Touche LLP as the Auditors of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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12. | | Authorize the audit, Compliance and Risk Committee to fix the remuneration of the Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
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13. | | Grant authority to issue of equity or equity-linked securities with pre-emptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of GBP 9,331,949 | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.14 | | Grant authority to issue of equity or equity-linked securities without pre-emptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of GBP 1,399,792 | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.15 | | Grant authority to 55,991,697 ordinary shares for market purchase | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.16 | | Approve to change the Company name to Shire Plc | | Management | | For | | For |
DELTA AIR LINES, INC.
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Security | | 247361702 | | Meeting Type | | Special |
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Ticker Symbol | | DAL | | Meeting Date | | 25-Sep-2008 |
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ISIN | | US2473617023 | | Agenda | | 932945756 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | APPROVE THE ISSUANCE OF DELTA COMMON STOCK, IN THE MERGER CONTEMPLATED BY THE AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER, DATED AS OF APRIL 14, 2008, BY AND AMONG DELTA AIR LINES, INC., NAUTILUS MERGER CORPORATION AND NORTHWEST AIRLINES CORPORATION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE DELTA 2007 PERFORMANCE COMPENSATION PLAN TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF SHARES OF DELTA COMMON STOCK ISSUABLE UNDER THE PLAN BY A NUMBER OF SHARES EQUAL TO 15% OF DELTA’S OUTSTANDING EQUITY CAPITALIZATION, DETERMINED ON A FULLY-DILUTED BASIS AT THE CLOSING OF THE MERGER, ALL AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE PROXY STATEMENT. | | Management | | For | | For |
FEDEX CORPORATION
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Security | | 31428X106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | FDX | | Meeting Date | | 29-Sep-2008 |
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ISIN | | US31428X1063 | | Agenda | | 932946594 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JAMES L. BARKSDALE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: AUGUST A. BUSCH IV | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN A. EDWARDSON | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JUDITH L. ESTRIN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: J.R. HYDE, III | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: SHIRLEY A. JACKSON | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: STEVEN R. LORANGER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GARY W. LOVEMAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: FREDERICK W. SMITH | | Management | | For | | For |
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1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOSHUA I. SMITH | | Management | | For | | For |
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1K | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PAUL S. WALSH | | Management | | For | | For |
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1L | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PETER S. WILLMOTT | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT TO INCENTIVE STOCK PLAN TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF OPTION SHARES AND RESTRICTED SHARES ISSUABLE UNDER THE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | RATIFICATION OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING INDEPENDENT BOARD CHAIRMAN. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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05 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING SHAREHOLDER VOTE ON EXECUTIVE PAY. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
MISYS PLC
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Security | | G61572148 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 30-Sep-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | GB0003857850 | | Agenda | | 701687139 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Receive the 2008 Directors report the financial statements and the auditors report | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the remuneration report | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Declare a final dividend of 4.95p per ordinary share | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4. | | Re-elect Mr. Al-Noor Ramji as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5. | | Re-appoint the Auditors and authorize the Directors to set their remuneration | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Authorize the Directors to allot relevant securities generally | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.7 | | Authorize the Directors to allot securities for cash within specified limits | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.8 | | Grant authority to purchase of own shares in the market | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Grant authority to the making of EU political donations | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.10 | | Adopt new Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
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11. | | Approve to establish the Misys Omnibus Share Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
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12. | | Grant authority to offer plans similar to the Misys Omnibus Share Plan in overseas territories | | Management | | For | | For |
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13. | | Approve to establish the Misys Share Incentive Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
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14. | | Grant authority to offer plans similar to the Misys Share Incentive Plan in overseas territories | | Management | | For | | For |
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BOSTON PRIVATE FINANCIAL HOLDINGS, INC. |
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Security | | 101119105 | | Meeting Type | | Special |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | BPFH | | Meeting Date | | 30-Sep-2008 |
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ISIN | | US1011191053 | | Agenda | | 932953676 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | COMPANY PROPOSAL TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE COMPANY’S RESTATED ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF AUTHORIZED SHARES OF COMMON STOCK FROM 70,000,000 TO 170,000,000. | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | COMPANY PROPOSAL TO APPROVE THE CONVERSION OF THE SERIES B PREFERRED STOCK INTO COMMON STOCK AND THE ISSUANCE OF COMMON STOCK IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS OF THE SERIES B PREFERRED STOCK AND THE EXERCISE OF THE WARRANTS TO PURCHASE COMMON STOCK AND THE ISSUANCE OF COMMON STOCK IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS OF THE WARRANTS, AS FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE PROXY STATEMENT. | | Management | | For | | For |
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BLUE COAT SYSTEMS, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 09534T508 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | BCSI | | Meeting Date | | 02-Oct-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US09534T5083 | | Agenda | | 932949689 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 BRIAN M. NESMITH | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 DAVID W. HANNA | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 JAMES A. BARTH | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 KEITH GEESLIN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 5 TIMOTHY A. HOWES | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 JAMES R. TOLONEN | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT ACCOUNTANTS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING APRIL 30, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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MISYS PLC | | | | | | |
| | | |
Security | | G61572148 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 06-Oct-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | GB0003857850 | | Agenda | | 701698930 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO CHANGE IN MEETING DATE. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve the merger of the Company’s subsidiary Misys Healthcare and Patriot Merger Company, LLC, a subsidiary of Allscripts, approve the purchase by the Company or its Designee of either 18,857,152 or 18,957,152 shares of newly issued Allscripts common stock | | Management | | For | | For |
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PAYCHEX, INC. | | | | | | |
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Security | | 704326107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | PAYX | | Meeting Date | | 07-Oct-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US7043261079 | | Agenda | | 932950050 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: B. THOMAS GOLISANO | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID J.S. FLASCHEN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PHILLIP HORSLEY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GRANT M. INMAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PAMELA A. JOSEPH | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JONATHAN J. JUDGE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOSEPH M. TUCCI | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOSEPH M. VELLI | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE AUDIT COMMITTEE’S SELECTION OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. | | Management | | For | | For |
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DIAGEO PLC, LONDON |
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Security | | G42089113 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 15-Oct-2008 |
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ISIN | | GB0002374006 | | Agenda | | 701707791 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Receive the reports and accounts of 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the Directors’ remuneration report of 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Declare a final dividend | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Re-elect Dr. Franz B. Humer as a Director, who retires by rotation | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Re-elect Ms. Maria Lilja as a Director, who retires by rotation | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Re-elect Mr. W S Shanahan as Director, who retires by rotation | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Re-elect Mr. H T Stitzer as a Director, who retires by rotation | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Elect Mr. Philip G Scott as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Re-appoint the Auditors and approve the remuneration of the Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Grant authority to allot relevant securities | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.11 | | Approve the disapplication of pre-emption rights | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.12 | | Grant authority to purchase own ordinary shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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13. | | Grant authority to make political donations and/or incur political expenditure | | Management | | For | | For |
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14. | | Adopt the Diageo Plc 2008 Performance Share Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
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15. | | Adopt the Diageo Plc 2008 Senior Executive Share Option Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
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16. | | Grant authority to establish international share plans | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.17 | | Amend the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
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ABAXIS, INC. |
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Security | | 002567105 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | ABAX | | Meeting Date | | 28-Oct-2008 |
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ISIN | | US0025671050 | | Agenda | | 932954844 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 CLINTON H. SEVERSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 R.J. BASTIANI, PH.D. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 HENK J. EVENHUIS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 BRENTON G.A. HANLON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 PRITHIPAL SINGH, PH.D. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 E.S. TUCKER III, M.D. | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO APPROVE AND RATIFY THE ADOPTION OF AN INCREASE IN THE MAXIMUM AGGREGATE NUMBER OF SHARES OF COMMON STOCK THAT MAY BE ISSUED UNDER ABAXIS’ 2005 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN BY 500,000 SHARES, FROM 4,886,000 TO 5,386,000 SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF BURR, PILGER & MAYER LLP AS THE INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM OF ABAXIS, INC. FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING MARCH 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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UNILEVER PLC |
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Security | | 904767704 | | Meeting Type | | Special |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | UL | | Meeting Date | | 28-Oct-2008 |
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ISIN | | US9047677045 | | Agenda | | 932963172 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | TO ELECT MR P POLMAN AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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AUTOMATIC DATA PROCESSING, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 053015103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ADP | | Meeting Date | | 11-Nov-2008 |
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ISIN | | US0530151036 | | Agenda | | 932958501 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 GREGORY D. BRENNEMAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 LESLIE A. BRUN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 GARY C. BUTLER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 LEON G. COOPERMAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 ERIC C. FAST | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 R. GLENN HUBBARD | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 JOHN P. JONES | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 FREDERIC V. MALEK | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 CHARLES H. NOSKI | | | | For | | For |
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| | 10 SHARON T. ROWLANDS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 11 GREGORY L. SUMME | | | | For | | For |
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| | 12 HENRY TAUB | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROVAL OF THE 2008 OMNIBUS AWARD PLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP | | Management | | For | | For |
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CISCO SYSTEMS, INC. |
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Security | | 17275R102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | CSCO | | Meeting Date | | 13-Nov-2008 |
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ISIN | | US17275R1023 | | Agenda | | 932954729 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CAROL A. BARTZ | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: M. MICHELE BURNS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MICHAEL D. CAPELLAS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LARRY R. CARTER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN T. CHAMBERS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: BRIAN L. HALLA | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DR. JOHN L. HENNESSY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RICHARD M. KOVACEVICH | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RODERICK C. MCGEARY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MICHAEL K. POWELL | | Management | | For | | For |
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1K | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: STEVEN M. WEST | | Management | | For | | For |
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1L | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JERRY YANG | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS CISCO’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JULY 25, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | PROPOSAL SUBMITTED BY A SHAREHOLDER TO AMEND THE COMPANY’S BYLAWS TO ESTABLISH A BOARD COMMITTEE ON HUMAN RIGHTS. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | PROPOSAL SUBMITTED BY SHAREHOLDERS REQUESTING THE BOARD TO PUBLISH A REPORT TO SHAREHOLDERS WITHIN SIX MONTHS PROVIDING A SUMMARIZED LISTING AND ASSESSMENT OF CONCRETE STEPS CISCO COULD REASONABLY TAKE TO REDUCE THE LIKELIHOOD THAT ITS BUSINESS PRACTICES MIGHT ENABLE OR ENCOURAGE THE VIOLATION OF HUMAN RIGHTS, AS SET FORTH IN THE PROXY STATEMENT. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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UNICREDIT SPA, GENOVA |
| | | |
Security | | T95132105 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 14-Nov-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | IT0000064854 | | Agenda | | 701731300 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO CHANGE IN MEETING DATE. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Authorize the dispose of own shares pursuant to the Article of the Italian Civil Code and revocation of powers granted by the ordinary shareholders’ meeting on 16 DEC 2005 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.1 | | Approve paid in capital increase in a maximum amount of EUR 486,539,085, in one or more tranches, of a maximum number of 973,078,170 ordinary shares, par value EUR 0.50 per share, to be offered to the ordinary shareholders and to the holders of saving shares of the Company pursuant to Article 2441 of the Italian Civil Code | | Management | | For | | For |
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MICROSOFT CORPORATION |
| | | |
Security | | 594918104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | MSFT | | Meeting Date | | 19-Nov-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US5949181045 | | Agenda | | 932960013 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: STEVEN A. BALLMER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JAMES I. CASH JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DINA DUBLON | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WILLIAM H. GATES III | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
05 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RAYMOND V. GILMARTIN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
06 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: REED HASTINGS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
07 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID F. MARQUARDT | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
08 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CHARLES H. NOSKI | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
09 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: HELMUT PANKE | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
10 | | APPROVAL OF MATERIAL TERMS OF PERFORMANCE CRITERIA UNDER THE EXECUTIVE OFFICER INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
11 | | APPROVAL OF AMENDMENTS TO THE 1999 STOCK OPTION PLAN FOR NON-EMPLOYEE DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
12 | | RATIFICATION OF THE SELECTION OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT AUDITOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
13 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL - ADOPTION OF POLICIES ON INTERNET CENSORSHIP. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
| | | | |
14 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL - ESTABLISHMENT OF BOARD COMMITTEE ON HUMAN RIGHTS. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
| | | | |
15 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL - DISCLOSURE OF CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTIONS. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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SONIC HEALTHCARE LIMITED |
| | | |
Security | | Q8563C107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 20-Nov-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | AU000000SHL7 | | Agenda | | 701737530 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | To receive and consider the financial report of the Company, the Directors’ report and the Auditor’s report for the FYE 30 JUN 2008 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
1. | | Re-elect Mr. Peter Campbell as a Director of the Company, who retires in accordance with Article 71 of the Company’s Constitution | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2. | | Re-elect Mr. Lou Panaccio as a Director of the Company, who retires in accordance with Article 71 of the Company’s Constitution | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3. | | Re-elect Mr. Chris Wilks as a Director of the Company, who retires in accordance with Article 71 of the Company’s Constitution | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
4. | | Adopt the remuneration report for the FYE 30 JUN 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5. | | Approve, for the purposes of ASX Listing Rule 7.4 to the issue by the Company on 10 OCT of 4,939,366 ordinary shares to the underwriter of the Dividend Reinvestment Plan of the Company [DRP] in relation to the 2008 final dividend of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | | | |
6. | | Approve, for the purposes of ASX Listing Rule 7.2 and all other purposes, the issue of options, and shares following the valid exercise of such options, under and in accordance with the terms of the Sonic Healthcare Limited Employee Option Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
7. | | Approve, for the purposes of ASX Listing Rule 10.14 and all other purposes, the issue to, and the acquisition by Dr. Colin Goldschmidt of 1,750,000 options under the Sonic Health Care Limited Employee Option Plan and subsequently up to 1,750,000 ordinary shares in the Company following the valid exercise of any such options subject to the terms and conditions as specified | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
8. | | Approve, for the purposes of ASX Listing Rule 10.14 and all other purposes, the issue to, and the acquisition by Mr. Chris Wilks of 875,000 options under the Sonic Health Care Limited Employee Option Plan and subsequently up to 875,000 ordinary shares in the Company following the valid exercise of any such options subject to the terms and conditions as specified | | Management | | For | | For |
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HARRIS STRATEX NETWORKS INC |
| | | |
Security | | 41457P106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | HSTX | | Meeting Date | | 20-Nov-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US41457P1066 | | Agenda | | 932959654 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 CHARLES D. KISSNER | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 2 WILLIAM A. HASLER | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 CLIFFORD H. HIGGERSON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 EDWARD F. THOMPSON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2 | | RATIFICATION OF SELECTION OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS OUR AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3 | | APPROVAL OF THE ANNUAL INCENTIVE PLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4 | | APPROVAL OF THE 2007 STOCK EQUITY PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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CIA SANEAMENTO MINAS GERAIS SA |
| | | |
Security | | P28269101 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 24-Nov-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | BRCSMGACNOR5 | | Agenda | | 701763371 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | IMPORTANT MARKET PROCESSING REQUIREMENT: A BENEFICIAL OWNER SIGNED POWER OF ATTORNEY (POA) IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO LODGE AND EXECUTE YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MARKET. ABSENCE OF A POA, MAY CAUSE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS TO BE REJECTED. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT SHAREHOLDERS SUBMITTING A VOTE TO ELECT A MEMBER MUST INCLUDE THE NAME OF THE CANDIDATE TO BE ELECTED. IF INSTRUCTIONS TO VOTE ON THIS ITEM IS RECEIVED WITHOUT A CANDIDATE’S NAME, YOUR VOTE WI LL BE PROCESSED IN FAVOR OR AGAINST OF THE DEFAULT COMPANY’S CANDIDATE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
I. | | Elect the full and alternate Member of the Board of Directors of the Company, by indication of the majority shareholder | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
II. | | Ratify the public tender administrative process Dvli number 1020080124, construction and services for the implementation of the connecting water main Rio Das Velhas and Paraopeba, Taquaril, Ceu Azul Leg, with a supply of all materials, amount approved of BRL 118,955,781.63 and a deadline of 720 days | | Management | | For | | For |
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III. | | Ratify the bid processes authorized by general meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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IV. | | Amend the Article 5 of the Corporate Bylaws of the Company, in regard to the share capital of the business, which will come to have the following wording Article 5 the share capital of the Company is BRL 2,632,265,201.68, totally subscribed for and paid in, represented by 115,165,700 common shares, all of which are nominative and have no par value | | Management | | For | | For |
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OWENS CORNING |
| | | |
Security | | 690742101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | OC | | Meeting Date | | 04-Dec-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US6907421019 | | Agenda | | 932969958 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 GASTON CAPERTON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 ANN IVERSON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 JOSEPH F. NEELY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 W. ANN REYNOLDS | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 5 ROBERT B. SMITH, JR. | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE SELECTION OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE 2009 FISCAL YEAR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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MISYS PLC |
| | | |
Security | | G61572148 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 09-Dec-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | GB0003857850 | | Agenda | | 701772609 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Approve, the proposed amendment [the Proposed Amendment] to the Allscripts Healthcare Solutions, Inc., the amended and restated 1993 Stock Incentive Plan [the 1993 Plan] to increase the maximum number of shares of common stock of Allscripts-Misys Healthcare Solutions, Inc., [Allscripts-Misys Shares] that may be issued pursuant to grants made under the 1993 Plan by 10,000,000 Allscripts-Misys Shares, taking the total number of Allscripts-Misys Shares that can be issued pursuant to the 1993 Plan to 21,593,489 plus shares attributable to awards that were forfeited or cancelled under the predecessor plans and as specified relating to the Proposed Amendment issued by the Company on 20 NOV 2008, and all documents which the Board of Directors of the Company or any duly authorized Committee thereof may determine are required or are expedient to give effect to the Proposed Amendment; authorize the Company and/or Allscripts-Misys Healthcare Solutions, Inc., to enter into any such documents and that the Board of Directors of the Company or any duly authorized Committee thereof to make such modifications, variations, waivers and extensions of any of the terms or conditions of the Proposed Amendment and of any such documents [provided such modifications, variations, waivers or extensions are not of a material nature] as, in their absolute discretion, they think necessary or desirable and to do all such things as, in their absolute discretion, may be necessary or desirable to complete and give effect to, or otherwise in connection with, the Proposed Amendment and any matters incidental thereto | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO RECEIPT OF CONSERVATIVE CUT-OFF. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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THE FIRST AMERICAN CORPORATION |
| | | |
Security | | 318522307 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | FAF | | Meeting Date | | 10-Dec-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US3185223076 | | Agenda | | 932968653 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 GEORGE L. ARGYROS | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 BRUCE S. BENNETT | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 J. DAVID CHATHAM | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 GLENN C. CHRISTENSON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 5 WILLIAM G. DAVIS | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 6 JAMES L. DOTI | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 7 LEWIS W. DOUGLAS, JR. | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 8 CHRISTOPHER V. GREETHAM | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 9 PARKER S. KENNEDY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 10 THOMAS C. O’BRIEN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 11 FRANK E. O’BRYAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 12 ROSLYN B. PAYNE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 13 D. VAN SKILLING | | | | For | | For |
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| | 14 PATRICK F. STONE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 15 HERBERT B. TASKER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 16 VIRGINIA M. UEBERROTH | | | | For | | For |
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| | 17 MARY LEE WIDENER | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | AMENDMENT OF THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION AND BYLAWS TO INCREASE THE RANGE IN THE NUMBER OF DIRECTORS FROM A RANGE OF 9 TO 17 TO A RANGE OF 10 TO 18 | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | RATIFICATION OF SELECTION OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS FIRST AMERICAN’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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HUTCHISON TELECOMMUNICATIONS INTL LTD |
| | | |
Security | | G46714104 | | Meeting Type | | Ordinary General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 11-Dec-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | KYG467141043 | | Agenda | | 701774754 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT SHAREHOLDERS ARE ALLOWED TO VOTE ‘FOR’ OR ‘AGAINST’ FOR RESOLUTION NUMBER 1. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN EGM. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve and ratify the facility agreement dated 25 NOV 2008 [the Facility Agreement] entered into between Hutchison Telecommunications Finance Company Limited as lender, the Company as principal borrower and Hutchison Facility Agents Limited as facility agent and security trustee in relation to the Facility [as defined in the circular to Shareholders dated 25 NOV 2008 [the Circular]], as specified [including the Cap [as such term is defined in the Circular]], the entering into of the Facility Agreement by the Company and the transactions contemplated by or incidental to the Facility Agreement; and authorize the Directors of the Company, acting together, individually or by Committee, to do all such acts on behalf of the Company as they may consider necessary, desirable or expedient for the purpose of, or in connection with, the implementation and completion of the Facility Agreement and the transactions contemplated by or incidental to the Facility Agreement | | Management | | For | | For |
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SONIC SOLUTIONS |
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Security | | 835460106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | SNIC | | Meeting Date | | 15-Dec-2008 |
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ISIN | | US8354601069 | | Agenda | | 932978907 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 ROBERT J. DORIS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 ROBERT M. GREBER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 PETER J. MARGUGLIO | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 MARY C. SAUER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 R. WARREN LANGLEY | | | | For | | For |
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INTUIT INC. |
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Security | | 461202103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | INTU | | Meeting Date | | 16-Dec-2008 |
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ISIN | | US4612021034 | | Agenda | | 932969047 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 STEPHEN M. BENNETT | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 CHRISTOPHER W. BRODY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 WILLIAM V. CAMPBELL | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 SCOTT D. COOK | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 DIANE B. GREENE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 MICHAEL R. HALLMAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 EDWARD A. KANGAS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 SUZANNE NORA JOHNSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 DENNIS D. POWELL | | | | For | | For |
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| | 10 STRATTON D. SCLAVOS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 11 BRAD D. SMITH | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFY THE SELECTION OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR FISCAL 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVE THE AMENDMENT TO OUR 2005 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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BNP PARIBAS | | | | | | |
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Security | | F1058Q238 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 19-Dec-2008 |
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ISIN | | FR0000131104 | | Agenda | | 701766961 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve the contribution in kind of 98,529,695 Fortis Banque shares by SFPI | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the contribution in kind of 263,586,083 Fortis Banque Luxembourg shares by Grand Duchy of Luxembourg | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Grant authority to increase the capital of up to 10% of issued capital for future acquisitions | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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4. | | Grant authority for filing of required documents/other formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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THE PNC FINANCIAL SERVICES GROUP, INC. | | | | |
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Security | | 693475105 | | Meeting Type | | Special |
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Ticker Symbol | | PNC | | Meeting Date | | 23-Dec-2008 |
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ISIN | | US6934751057 | | Agenda | | 932981257 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | A PROPOSAL TO APPROVE THE ISSUANCE OF SHARES OF PNC COMMON STOCK AS CONTEMPLATED BY THE AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER, DATED AS OF OCTOBER 24, 2008, BY AND BETWEEN THE PNC FINANCIAL SERVICES GROUP, INC. AND NATIONAL CITY CORPORATION, AS SUCH AGREEMENT MAY BE AMENDED FROM TIME TO TIME. | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | A PROPOSAL TO APPROVE THE ADJOURNMENT OF THE SPECIAL MEETING OF SHAREHOLDERS, IF NECESSARY OR APPROPRIATE, TO SOLICIT ADDITIONAL PROXIES, IN THE EVENT THAT THERE ARE NOT SUFFICIENT VOTES AT THE TIME OF THE SPECIAL MEETING OF SHAREHOLDERS TO APPROVE THE FOREGOING PROPOSAL. | | Management | | For | | For |
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EDGE PETROLEUM CORPORATION | | | | |
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Security | | 279862106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | EPEX | | Meeting Date | | 29-Dec-2008 |
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ISIN | | US2798621064 | | Agenda | | 932955478 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | ADOPTION OF THE AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER. | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 VINCENT S. ANDREWS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 JONATHAN M. CLARKSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 MICHAEL A. CREEL | | | | For | | For |
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03 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE THE APPOINTMENT OF BDO SEIDMAN, LLP AS THE INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE COMPANY FOR 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
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MONSANTO COMPANY | | | | | | |
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Security | | 61166W101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | MON | | Meeting Date | | 14-Jan-2009 |
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ISIN | | US61166W1018 | | Agenda | | 932980534 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JANICE L. FIELDS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: HUGH GRANT | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: C. STEVEN MCMILLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT J. STEVENS | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE 2009 FISCAL YEAR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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AMDOCS LIMITED | | | | | | |
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Security | | G02602103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | DOX | | Meeting Date | | 22-Jan-2009 |
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ISIN | | GB0022569080 | | Agenda | | 932983631 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 BRUCE K. ANDERSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 ADRIAN GARDNER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 CHARLES E. FOSTER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 JAMES S. KAHAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 ZOHAR ZISAPEL | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 DOV BAHARAV | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 JULIAN A. BRODSKY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 ELI GELMAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 NEHEMIA LEMELBAUM | | | | For | | For |
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| | 10 JOHN T. MCLENNAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 11 ROBERT A. MINICUCCI | | | | For | | For |
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| | 12 SIMON OLSWANG | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROVAL OF SPECIAL RESOLUTION AMENDING AND RESTATING THE MEMORANDUM OF INCORPORATION AND ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION AS DESCRIBED IN THE ACCOMPANYING PROXY STATEMENT. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVAL OF CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | RATIFICATION AND APPROVAL OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AND AUTHORIZATION OF AUDIT COMMITTEE OF BOARD TO FIX REMUNERATION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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THE SCOTTS MIRACLE-GRO CO. | | | | |
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Security | | 810186106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | SMG | | Meeting Date | | 22-Jan-2009 |
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ISIN | | US8101861065 | | Agenda | | 932986295 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 THOMAS N. KELLY JR. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 CARL F. KOHRT, PH.D. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 JOHN S. SHIELY | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE SELECTION OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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SIEMENS AG, MUENCHEN | | | | |
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Security | | D69671218 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 27-Jan-2009 |
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ISIN | | DE0007236101 | | Agenda | | 701785567 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | AS A CONDITION OF VOTING, GERMAN MARKET REGULATIONS REQUIRE THAT YOU DISCLOSE WHETHER YOU HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST IN THIS COMPANY. SHOULD EITHER BE THE CASE, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE SO THAT WE MAY LODGE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS ACCORDINGLY. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST, SUBMIT YOUR VOTE AS NORMAL. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THESE SHARES MAY BE BLOCKED DEPENDING ON SOME SUBCUSTODIANS’ PROCESSING IN THE MARKET. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE TO OBTAIN BLOCKING INFORMATION FOR YOUR ACCOUNTS. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Presentation of the report of the Supervisory Board, the corporate governance and compensation report, and the compliance report for the 2007/2008 FY | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2. | | Presentation of the Company and group financial statements and annual reports for the 2007/2008 FY with the report pursuant to Sections 289(4) and 315(4) of the German Commercial Code | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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3. | | Resolution on the appropriation of the distributable profit of EUR 1,462,725,473.60 as follows: Payment of a dividend of EUR 1.60 per entitled share Ex-dividend and payable date: 28 JAN 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.1. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Rudi Lamprecht [Postponement] | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.2. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Juergen Radomski [Postponement] | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.3. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Uriel J. Sharef [Postponement] | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.4. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Klaus Wucherer [Postponement] | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.5. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Peter Loescher | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.6. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Wolfgang Dehen | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.7. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Heinrich Hiesinger | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.8. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Joe Kaeser | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.9. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Eduardo Montes | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.10. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Jim Reid-Anderson | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.11. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Erich R. Reinhardt | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.12. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Hermann Requardt | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.13. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Siegfried Russwurm | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.14. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Peter Y. Solmssen | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.1. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Gerhard Cromme | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.2. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Ralf Heckmann | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.3. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Josef Ackermann | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.4. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Lothar Adler | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.5. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Jean-Louis Beffa | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.6. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Gerhard Bieletzki | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.7. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Gerd von Brandenstein | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.8. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. John David Coombe | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.9. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Hildegard Cornudet | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.10. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Michael Diekmann | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.11. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Hans Michael Gaul | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.12. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Birgit Grube | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.13. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Peter Gruss | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.14. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Bettina Haller | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.15. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Heinz Hawreliuk | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.16. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Berthold Huber | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.17. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Harald Kern | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.18. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Walter Kroell | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.19. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Nicola Leibinger-Kammueller | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.20. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Michael Mirow | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.21. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Werner Moenius | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.22. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Roland Motzigemba | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.23. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Thomas Rackow | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.24. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Hakan Samuelsson | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.25. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Dieter Scheitor | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.26. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Albrecht Schmidt | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.27. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Henning Schulte-Noelle | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.28. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Rainer Sieg | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.29. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Peter von Siemens | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.30. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Jerry I. Speyer | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.31. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Birgit Steinborn | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.32. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Iain Vallance of Tummel | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Appointment of auditors for the 2008/2009 FY: Ernst + Young AG, Stuttgart | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Authorization to acquire own shares, the Company shall be authorized to acquire own shares of up to 10% of its share capital, at prices neither more than 10% above nor more than 20% below the market price, between 01 MAR 2009, and 26 JUL 2010, the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized to retire the shares, to use the shares within the scope of the Company’s stock option plans, to issue the shares to employees and executives of the Company, and to use the shares to fulfill conversion or option rights | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Authorization to use derivatives for the acquisition of own shares Supplementary to item 7, the Company shall be authorized to use call and put options for the purpose of acquiring own shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Resolution on the creation of authorized capital, and the corresponding amendments to the Articles of Association, the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized, with the consent of the Supervisory Board, to increase the share capital by up to EUR 520,800,000 through the issue of up to 173,600,000 new registered shares against cash payment, on or before 26 JAN 2014, shareholders shall be granted subscription rights, except for the issue of shares against payment in kind, for residual amounts, for the granting of subscription rights to bondholders, and for the issue of shares at a price not materially below their market price | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Resolution on the authorization to issue convertible or warrant bonds, the creation of new contingent capital, and the corresponding amendments to the Articles of Association, the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized to issue bonds of up to EUR 15,000,000,000, conferring a convertible or option right for up to 200,000,000 new shares, on or before 26 JAN 2014, shareholders shall be granted subscription rights, except for the issue of bonds at a price not materially below their theoretical market value, for residual amounts, and for the granting of subscription rights to holders of previously issued convertible or option rights, the Company’s share capital shall be increased accordingly by up to EUR 600,000,000 through the issue of new registered shares, insofar as convertible or option rights are exercised | | Management | | For | | For |
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11. | | Resolution on the revision of the Supervisory Board remuneration, and the corresponding amendments to the Articles of Association, the members of the Supervisory Board shall receive a fixed annual remuneration of EUR 50,000, plus a variable remuneration of EUR 150 per EUR 0.01 of the earnings per share in excess of EUR 1, plus a further variable remuneration of EUR 250 per EUR 0.01 by which the three-year average earnings per share exceed EUR 2, the Chairman shall receive three times, and the Deputy Chairman one and a half times, the amounts Committee members shall be granted further remuneration, all members shall receive an attendance fee of EUR 1,000 per meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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12. | | Amendment to the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | COUNTER PROPOSALS HAVE BEEN RECEIVED FOR THIS MEETING. A LINK TO THE COUNTER PROPOSAL INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE IN THE MATERIAL URL SECTION OF THE APPLICATION. IF YOU WISH TO ACT ON THESE ITEMS, YOU WILL NEED TO REQUEST A MEETING ATTEND AND VOTE YOUR SHARES AT THE COMPANYS MEETING. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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ORTHOFIX INTERNATIONAL N.V. |
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Security | | N6748L102 | | Meeting Type | | Contested-Consent |
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Ticker Symbol | | OFIX | | Meeting Date | | 28-Jan-2009 |
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ISIN | | ANN6748L1027 | | Agenda | | 932991385 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | REVOKE CONSENT TO HOLD SPECIAL MEETING. | | Management | | | | |
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ORTHOFIX INTERNATIONAL N.V. |
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Security | | N6748L102 | | Meeting Type | | Contested-Consent |
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Ticker Symbol | | OFIX | | Meeting Date | | 28-Jan-2009 |
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ISIN | | ANN6748L1027 | | Agenda | | 932991397 - Opposition |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | CONSENT TO HOLD SPECIAL MEETING. | | Management | | For | | * |
* | Management Position Unknown |
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BECTON, DICKINSON AND COMPANY |
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Security | | 075887109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | BDX | | Meeting Date | | 03-Feb-2009 |
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ISIN | | US0758871091 | | Agenda | | 932987007 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 C.M. FRASER-LIGGETT | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 E.J. LUDWIG | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 W.J. OVERLOCK, JR. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 B.L. SCOTT | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF SELECTION OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | AMENDMENT TO BD’S RESTATED CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | AMENDMENT TO THE 2004 EMPLOYEE AND DIRECTOR EQUITY-BASED COMPENSATION PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | APPROVAL OF MATERIAL TERMS OF PERFORMANCE GOALS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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06 | | SPECIAL SHAREHOLDER MEETINGS. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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07 | | CUMULATIVE VOTING. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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FINANCIERE MARC DE LACHARRIERE (FIMALAC), PARIS |
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Security | | F3534D120 | | Meeting Type | | Ordinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 10-Feb-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000037947 | | Agenda | | 701799491 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A MIX MEETING. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve to accept the consolidated financial statements and statutory reports | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Approve the financial statements and statutory reports | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve the Auditor’s special report regarding related-party transactions | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Approve the allocation of income and dividends of EUR 1.50 per Share | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Re-elect Mr. Bernard Pierre as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.6 | | Appoint Pierre Mercadal as an Alternate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.7 | | Approve the remuneration of the Directors in the aggregate amount of EUR 320,000 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.8 | | Grant authority for the repurchase of up to 10% of issued share capital | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.9 | | Grant authority for the issuance of equity or equity-linked securities with preemptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 230 million | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.10 | | Grant authority for the issuance of equity or equity-linked securities without preemptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 150 million | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.11 | | Grant authority for the capital increase of up to EUR 100 million for future exchange offers | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.12 | | Grant authority for the capital increase of up to 10% of issued capital for future acquisitions | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.13 | | Approve to set global limit for capital increase to result from issuance requests without preemptive rights under items 10 to 12 at EUR 150 million | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.14 | | Approve to set global limit for capital increase to result from issuance requests with and without preemptive rights under items 9 to 12 at EUR 230 million | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.15 | | Grant authority for the capitalization of reserves of up to EUR 300 million for bonus issue or increase in par value | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.16 | | Approve the Employee Stock Purchase Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.17 | | Approve the reduction in share capital via cancellation of repurchased shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.18 | | Grant authority for the filing of required documents/other formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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WEATHERFORD INTERNATIONAL LTD. |
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Security | | G95089101 | | Meeting Type | | Special |
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Ticker Symbol | | WFT | | Meeting Date | | 17-Feb-2009 |
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ISIN | | BMG950891017 | | Agenda | | 932993389 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | APPROVAL OF THE SCHEME OF ARRANGEMENT ATTACHED TO THE ACCOMPANYING PROXY STATEMENT AS ANNEX B. | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROVAL OF THE MOTION TO ADJOURN THE MEETING TO A LATER DATE TO SOLICIT ADDITIONAL PROXIES IF THERE ARE INSUFFICIENT VOTES AT THE TIME OF THE MEETING TO APPROVE THE SCHEME OF ARRANGEMENT. | | Management | | For | | For |
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SANDERSON FARMS, INC. |
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Security | | 800013104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | SAFM | | Meeting Date | | 19-Feb-2009 |
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ISIN | | US8000131040 | | Agenda | | 932991462 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 JOHN H. BAKER, III | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 2 JOHN BIERBUSSE | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 3 MIKE COCKRELL | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 ROWAN H. TAYLOR | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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02 | | TO CONSIDER AND ACT UPON A PROPOSAL TO RATIFY AND APPROVE THE SELECTION OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT AUDITORS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING OCTOBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO CONSIDER AND ACT UPON A STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING “CAK”. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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PLANAR SYSTEMS, INC. |
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Security | | 726900103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | PLNR | | Meeting Date | | 19-Feb-2009 |
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ISIN | | US7269001035 | | Agenda | | 932993428 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 GERALD K. PERKEL | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 E. KAY STEPP | | | | For | | For |
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CLUB MEDITERRANEE |
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Security | | F18690101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 20-Feb-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000121568 | | Agenda | | 701800268 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A MIX MEETING. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve, the reports of the Board of Directors, of the Chairman of the Board of Directors on the conditions for the preparation and the organization of the work of the Board and on the internal audit procedures and the Auditors, the Company’s financial statements for the YE on 31 OCT 2008, as presented, accordingly, Grant discharge to the Board of Directors for the performance of its duties during the said FY | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Receive the reports of the Board of Directors, of the Chairman of the Board of Directors on the conditions for the preparation and the organization of the work of the Board and on the internal audit procedures and the Auditors, approve the consolidated financial statements for the said FY, in the form presented to the meeting, showing net profit group share of EUR 1,000,000.00 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve to resolves to record the loss for the year of EUR 1,230,475.00 as a deficit in retained earnings, following this appropriation, the retained earnings account will show a new debit balance of EUR 297,476,281.00, as required Bylaw, it is reminded that, for the last 3 financial years, the dividends paid, were as follows: number of shares remunerated: 19,358,005.00 for FY 2004 2005, number of shares remunerated: 19,358,005.00 for FY 2005 2006, number of shares remunerated: 19,370,705.00 for FY 2006 2007 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Receive the special report of the Auditors on Agreements Governed by Articles L. 225-38 ET SEQ. of the French Commercial Code, approve the agreements entered into or which were carried out during the FY | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.5 | | Receive the special report of the Auditors on commitments governed by Article L. 225-42-1 of the French Commercial Code, approve the commitment related to Mr. Henri Giscard D’estaing | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.6 | | Receive the special report of the Auditors on commitments governed by Article L. 225-42-1 of the French Commercial Code, approve the commitment related to Mr. Michel Wolfovski | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.7 | | Approve to award total annual fees of EUR 305,000.00 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.8 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to trade in the Company’s shares on the stock market, subject to the conditions described below: maximum purchase price: EUR 70.00, maximum number of shares to be acquired: 10% of the number of shares comprising the share capital, i.e. 19,377,905 shares, maximum funds invested in the share buybacks: EUR 135,645,370.00 on the basis of the 19,377,905 shares existing on 31 OCT 2008, [Authority is given for an 18 month period], it supersedes the one granted by the shareholders’ meeting of 11 MAR 2008 in its resolution number 15, to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.9 | | Grants full powers to the bearer of an original, a copy or extract of the minutes of this meeting to carry out all filings, publications and other formalities prescribed by Law | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.10 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase on one or more occasions, at its sole discretion, in France or abroad, the share capital to a maximum nominal amount of EUR 50,000,000.00, by issuance, with the shareholders’ preferred subscription rights maintained, of shares or various securities, the nominal amount of debt securities issued shall not exceed EUR 300,000,000.00, [Authority is given for a 26 month period], it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization given by the shareholders’ meeting of 08 MAR 2007 in resolution nr 17, to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.11 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase on one or more occasions, at its sole discretion, in France or abroad, the share capital to a maximum nominal amount of EUR 20,000,000.00, by issuance, with cancellation of the shareholders’ preferred subscription rights, of shares or various securities, the nominal amount of debt securities issued shall not exceed EUR 300,000,000.00, [Authority is given for a 26 month period], it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization given by the shareholders’ meeting of 08 MAR 2007 in resolution nr 18, to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.12 | | Authorize the Board of Directors and within the limit of 10% of the Company’s share capital per year, to set the issue price of the shares or other various securities to be issued, in accordance with the terms and conditions determined by the shareholders meeting this delegation of power supersedes the fraction unused of the one given by the shareholders’ meeting of 08 MAR 2007 in resolution nr 19; [Authority is given for a 26 month period] | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.13 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to issue Company’s equity securities or securities giving access to the Company’s share capital, in consideration for securities tendered in a public exchange offer initiated by the Company concerning the shares of another Company, the maximal nominal amount of capital increases to be carried out under this delegation of authority shall not exceed EUR 20,000,000.00, [Authority is given for a 26 month period], it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization given by the shareholders’ meeting of 08 MAR 2007 in resolution nr 21, to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.14 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital, up to 10% of the share capital, by way of issuing shares or various securities, in consideration for the contributions in kind granted to the Company and comprised of capital securities or securities giving access to share capital, [Authority is given for a 26 month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization given by the shareholders’ meeting of 08 MAR 2007 in resolution nr 22, to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.15 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to grant, in one or more transaction, to the Employees and Corporate Officers of the Group’s Companies, options giving the right either to subscribe for new shares in the Company to be issued thought a share capital increase, or to purchase existing shares purchased by the Company, it being provided that the options shall not give rights to a total number of shares, which shall exceed the legal limits and the overall ceiling referred to in the resolution nr 19, [Authority is given for a 26 month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization given by the shareholders’ meeting of 08 MAR 2007 in resolution nr 23, to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.16 | | Approve, that the Board of Directors may decide, to increase the number of securities to be issued in the event of a capital increase with or without preferential subscription right of shareholder, at the same price of shareholder, at the same price as the initial issue, within 30 days of the closing of the subscription period and up to a maximum of 15% of the initial issue [Authority is given for a 26 month period] | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.17 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to grant, on one or more occasions, existing or future shares, in favor of the Employees or the Corporate Officers of the Company, they may not represent more than 1% of the share capital, [Authority is given for a 26 month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization given by the shareholders’ meeting of 08 MAR 2007 in resolution nr 25, to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.18 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital, on one or more occasions, at its sole discretion, in favor of the Employees and the Corporate Officers of the Company who are Members of the Company saving Plan, [Authority is given for a 26 month period] and for nominal amount that shall not exceed EUR 5,000,000.00, it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization given by the shareholders’ meeting of 08 MAR 2007 in resolution nr 26, to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.19 | | Approve the overall nominal amount pertaining to the capital increase to be carried out by issuing shares, equity securities or other various securities with the use of the delegation given by resolutions number 10, 11, 12, 13, 15, 16, 17 and 18 shall not exceed EUR 75,000,000.00 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.20 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to reduce the share capital, on one or more occasions, by canceling all or part of the shares held by the Company in connection with a stock repurchase plan, up to a maximum of 10% of the share capital over a 24 month period, [Authority if given for an 18 month period], to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.21 | | Grant full powers to the bearer of an original, a copy or extract of the minutes of this meeting to carry out all filings, publications and other formalities prescribed by Law | | Management | | For | | For |
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NOVARTIS AG |
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Security | | 66987V109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | NVS | | Meeting Date | | 24-Feb-2009 |
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ISIN | | US66987V1098 | | Agenda | | 932996905 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | APPROVAL OF THE ANNUAL REPORT, FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND GROUP CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE BUSINESS YEAR 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | DISCHARGE FROM LIABILITY OF THE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROPRIATION OF AVAILABLE EARNINGS OF NOVARTIS AG AS PER BALANCE SHEET AND DECLARATION OF DIVIDEND | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | REDUCTION OF SHARE CAPITAL | | Management | | For | | For |
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5A | | AMENDMENTS TO THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION - INTRODUCTION OF A CONSULTATIVE VOTE ON THE REMUNERATION REPORT | | Management | | For | | Against |
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5B | | AMENDMENTS TO THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION - PURPOSE | | Management | | For | | For |
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5C | | AMENDMENTS TO THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION - AUDITORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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6BA | | RE-ELECTION OF PROF. SRIKANT M. DATAR PH.D. FOR A THREE-YEAR TERM | | Management | | For | | For |
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6BB | | RE-ELECTION OF ANDREAS VON PLANTA PH.D. FOR A THREE-YEAR TERM | | Management | | For | | For |
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6BC | | RE-ELECTION OF DR.-ING. WENDELIN WIEDEKING FOR A THREE-YEAR TERM | | Management | | For | | For |
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6BD | | RE-ELECTION OF PROF. ROLF M. ZINKERNAGEL M.D. FOR A THREE-YEAR TERM | | Management | | For | | For |
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6C | | ELECTION OF PROF. WILLIAM BRODY, M.D., PH.D. FOR A THREE-YEAR TERM | | Management | | For | | For |
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07 | | APPOINTMENT OF THE AUDITOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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08 | | ADDITIONAL AND/OR COUNTER-PROPOSALS PRESENTED AT THE MEETING | | Management | | For | | For |
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SIRONA DENTAL SYSTEMS, INC. |
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Security | | 82966C103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | SIRO | | Meeting Date | | 25-Feb-2009 |
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ISIN | | US82966C1036 | | Agenda | | 932996359 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 NICHOLAS W. ALEXOS | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 2 DAVID K. BEECKEN | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 3 JOST FISCHER | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 4 ARTHUR D. KOWALOFF | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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02 | | PROPOSAL TO AMEND OUR EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN TO RAISE THE NUMBER OF SHARES OF COMMON STOCK ISSUABLE UNDER THE PLAN TO 4,550,000. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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03 | | PROPOSAL TO AMEND OUR 1996 STOCK OPTION PLAN TO PERMIT A STOCK OPTION EXCHANGE PROGRAM TO EXCHANGE OUTSTANDING STOCK OPTIONS UNDER OUR 1996 STOCK OPTION PLAN WITH A PER-SHARE EXERCISE PRICE EQUAL TO OR GREATER THAN $25.10 FOR STOCK OPTIONS UNDER OUR EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN ON A VALUE-FOR-VALUE BASIS. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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04 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE SELECTION OF KPMG DEUTSCHE TREUHAND-GESELLSCHAFT, AKTIENGESELLSCHAFT, WIRTSCHAFTSPRUEFUNGSGESELLSCHAFT, GERMANY AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT AUDITOR FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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INTERNATIONAL GAME TECHNOLOGY |
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Security | | 459902102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | IGT | | Meeting Date | | 03-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | US4599021023 | | Agenda | | 932992161 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 ROBERT A. BITTMAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 RICHARD R. BURT | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 PATTI S. HART | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 ROBERT A. MATHEWSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 THOMAS J. MATTHEWS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 ROBERT MILLER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 FREDERICK B. RENTSCHLER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 DAVID E. ROBERSON | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROVAL OF THE AMENDMENTS TO THE INTERNATIONAL GAME TECHNOLOGY 2002 STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS IGT’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | ELECTION OF PHILIP G. SATRE TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. “AN “AGAINST” VOTE ON ITEM 4 WILL BE TREATED AS A WITHHOLD VOTE WITH RESPECT TO PHILIP G. SATRE.” | | Management | | For | | For |
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THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY |
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Security | | 254687106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | DIS | | Meeting Date | | 10-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | US2546871060 | | Agenda | | 932990559 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: SUSAN E. ARNOLD | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN E. BRYSON | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN S. CHEN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JUDITH L. ESTRIN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT A. IGER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: STEVEN P. JOBS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: FRED H. LANGHAMMER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: AYLWIN B. LEWIS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MONICA C. LOZANO | | Management | | For | | For |
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1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT W. MATSCHULLAT | | Management | | For | | For |
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1K | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN E. PEPPER, JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1L | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ORIN C. SMITH | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSE-COOPERS LLP AS THE COMPANY’S REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO APPROVE THE AMENDMENT TO THE AMENDED AND RESTATED 2005 STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | TO APPROVE THE TERMS OF THE AMENDED AND RESTATED 2002 EXECUTIVE PERFORMANCE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | TO APPROVE THE SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL RELATING TO POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS REPORTING. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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06 | | TO APPROVE THE SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL RELATING TO DEATH BENEFIT PAYMENTS. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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07 | | TO APPROVE THE SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL RELATING TO SHAREHOLDER ADVISORY VOTE ON EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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FRANKLIN RESOURCES, INC. |
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Security | | 354613101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | BEN | | Meeting Date | | 11-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | US3546131018 | | Agenda | | 932991311 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: SAMUEL H. ARMACOST | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CHARLES CROCKER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOSEPH R. HARDIMAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT D. JOFFE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CHARLES B. JOHNSON | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GREGORY E. JOHNSON | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RUPERT H. JOHNSON, JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: THOMAS H. KEAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CHUTTA RATNATHICAM | | Management | | For | | For |
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1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PETER M. SACERDOTE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1K | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LAURA STEIN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1L | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ANNE M. TATLOCK | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO RESUBMIT FOR STOCKHOLDER APPROVAL THE 2004 KEY EXECUTIVE INCENTIVE COMPENSATION PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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CARLSBERG AS |
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Security | | K36628137 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 12-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | DK0010181759 | | Agenda | | 701826185 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
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1. | | Receive the report on the activities of the Company in the past year | | Management | | Abstain | | Against |
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2. | | Approve the audited annual report and grant discharge to the Board of Directors and the Executive Board from their obligations | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approve the distribution of the profit for the year, including declaration of the dividends | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Authorize the Board of Directors of Carlsberg A/S, with reference to Section 48 of the Danish Public Companies Act, to acquire treasury shares at a nominal value of up to 10% of the nominal share capital at the price quoted on the Copenhagen Stock Exchange at the time of acquisition with a deviation of up to 10%; [Authority expires at the end of next AGM] | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.A | | Authorize the Board of Directors, in the Articles 9[1], Articles 13[1], Articles 13[4], to increase the share capital of the Company by total up to DKK 10,000,000 B-shares to be offered to the employees of the Company; approve, to issue convertible bonds to a maximum amount of DKK 639,000,000, and to raise loans by up to a maximum amount of DKK 200,000,000 against bonds or other instruments of debt with a right to interest, the size of which is entirely or partly related to the dividend paid by the Company as specified | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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5.B | | Amend the Articles 11[3] of the Articles of Association as specified | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Approve, pursuant to the Article 27[3-4] of the Articles of Association, Managing Director Mr. Jens Bigum retires from the Board of Directors and according to the Article 27[3] of the Articles of Association, Professor, D. Pharm. Povl Krogsgaard-Larsen and Professor, D. Econ, Niels Kaergard and Henning B. Dyremose who will retire from the Board of Directors by rotation, Henning Dyremose stands down; re-elect Povl Krogsgaard-Larsen and Niels Kaergard and Richard Burrows and Kees van der Graaf be elected as new members of the Board of Directors | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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7. | | Appoint the KPMG Statsautoriseret Revisionspartnerselskab as state-authorized Public accountant to audit the accounts for the current year | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Authorize the Board of Directors to carry out any such changes and amendments in the material approved, in the Articles of Association and in other relations which the Danish Commerce and Companies Agency may require in order to register the material approved at the AGM | | Management | | For | | For |
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LG ELECTRONICS INC NEW |
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Security | | Y5275H177 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 13-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | KR7066570003 | | Agenda | | 701816425 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT ABSTAIN IS NOT A VALID VOTING OPTION FOR THIS MEETING. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve the financial statement | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the partial amendment to the Articles of Incorporation | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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3. | | Elect the Directors: Outside Directors - 2 persons [Messrs. Kim, Sang Hee, Lee, Kyu Min] | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Elect the Audit Committee Member as Outside Directors - 2 persons [Messrs. Kim, Sang Hee, Hong, Sung Won] | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Approve the remuneration limit for the Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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6. | | Approve the change of Severance Payment for Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO RECEIPT OF NAMES IN RESOLUTIONS 3 AND 4. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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SK TELECOM CO., LTD. |
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Security | | 78440P108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | SKM | | Meeting Date | | 13-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | US78440P1084 | | Agenda | | 933001620 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | APPROVAL OF FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE 25TH FISCAL YEAR (FROM JANUARY 1, 2008 TO DECEMBER 31, 2008) AS SET FORTH IN ITEM 1 OF THE COMPANY’S AGENDA ENCLOSED HEREWITH. | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROVAL OF CEILING AMOUNT OF THE REMUNERATION FOR DIRECTORS* PROPOSED CEILING AMOUNT OF THE REMUNERATION FOR DIRECTORS IS KRW 12 BILLION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | AMENDMENT TO COMPANY REGULATION ON EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION AS SET FORTH IN ITEM 2 OF THE COMPANY’S AGENDA ENCLOSED HEREWITH. | | Management | | For | | For |
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4A1 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MR. CHEY, JAE WON | | Management | | Abstain | | Against |
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4A2 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MR. JUNG, MAN WON | | Management | | For | | For |
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4B | | ELECTION OF INDEPENDENT NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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4C | | ELECTION OF A MEMBER OF THE AUDIT COMMITTEE. | | Management | | For | | For |
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REDECARD S A | | | | | | |
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Security | | P79941103 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 18-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | BRRDCDACNOR3 | | Agenda | | 701831302 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT VOTES IN FAVOR AND AGAINST IN THE SAME AGENDA ITEM ARE NOT ALLOWED. ONLY VOTES IN FAVOR AND/OR ABSTAIN OR AGAINST AND/ OR ABSTAIN ARE ALLOWED. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve to decide concerning retaining Mr. Joaquim Francisco De Castro Neto in his position as Chairperson of the Board of Directors, until the end of the term of office for which he was elected, considering the age limit that is dealt with in Article 13, 8 of the Corporate Bylaws | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Elect the members of the Board of Director’s designated in the meetings of the Board of Directors held on 24 APR 2008, and 23 SEP 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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REDECARD S A | | | | | | |
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Security | | P79941103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 18-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | BRRDCDACNOR3 | | Agenda | | 701831314 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT VOTES IN FAVOR AND AGAINST IN THE SAME AGENDA ITEM ARE NOT ALLOWED. ONLY VOTES IN FAVOR AND/OR ABSTAIN OR AGAINST AND/OR ABSTAIN ARE ALLOWED. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve to examine and vote up on the Board of Directors annual report, the financial statements and Independent Auditors and finance committee report relating to FYE 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the capital budget and the allocation of the net profits from the FY | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approve to set the global remuneration of the Board of Directors, the Independent Auditors and the Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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COVIDIEN LTD. | | | | | | |
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Security | | G2552X108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | COV | | Meeting Date | | 18-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | BMG2552X1083 | | Agenda | | 932993377 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CRAIG ARNOLD | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT H. BRUST | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN M. CONNORS, JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CHRISTOPHER J. COUGHLIN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: TIMOTHY M. DONAHUE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: KATHY J. HERBERT | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RANDALL J. HOGAN, III | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RICHARD J. MEELIA | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DENNIS H. REILLEY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: TADATAKA YAMADA | | Management | | For | | For |
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1K | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOSEPH A. ZACCAGNINO | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROVE AMENDED AND RESTATED 2007 STOCK AND INCENTIVE PLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPOINTMENT OF INDEPENDENT AUDITORS AND AUTHORIZATION OF THE AUDIT COMMITTEE TO SET THE AUDITORS’ REMUNERATION | | Management | | For | | For |
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HSBC HOLDINGS PLC | | | | | | |
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Security | | 404280406 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | HBC | | Meeting Date | | 19-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | US4042804066 | | Agenda | | 933009967 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | TO INCREASE THE COMPANY’S AUTHORISED SHARE CAPITAL | | Management | | For | | |
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02 | | TO AUTHORISE THE DIRECTORS TO ALLOT SHARES | | Management | | For | | |
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S3 | | TO DISAPPLY PRE-EMPTION RIGHTS, WHERE NECESSARY, IN CONNECTION WITH THE RIGHTS ISSUE (SPECIAL RESOLUTION) | | Management | | For | | |
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STRAUMANN HLDG AG | | | | |
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Security | | H8300N119 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 20-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | CH0012280076 | | Agenda | | 701820311 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | THE PRACTICE OF SHARE BLOCKING VARIES WIDELY IN THIS MARKET. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE TO OBTAIN BLOCKING INFORMATION FOR YOUR ACCOUNTS. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS THE PART II OF THE MEETING NOTICE SENT UNDER MEETING-522507, INCLUDING THE AGENDA. TO VOTE IN THE UPCOMING MEETING, YOUR NAME MUST BE NOTIFIED TO THE COMPANY REGISTRAR AS BENEFICIAL OWNER BEFORE THE RE-REGISTRATION DEADLINE. PLEASE NOTE THAT THOSE INSTRUCTIONS THAT ARE SUBMITTED AFTER THE CUTOFF DATE WILL BE PROCESSED ON A BEST EFFORT BASIS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve the presentation of the 2008 business report and the reports of the Auditors | | Management | | Abstain | | Against |
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2. | | Approve the 2008 annual report [including the compensation report], the 2008 annual financial statements and the 2008 consolidated financial statements | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approve the appropriation of available earnings | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Grant discharge of the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Amend the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Elect the Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Appoint the Auditors for the year 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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HANKOOK TIRE CO LTD, SEOUL |
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Security | | Y30587102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 20-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | KR7000240002 | | Agenda | | 701824749 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT ABSTAIN IS NOT A VALID VOTING OPTION IN KOREA MEETING. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve the financial statements | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Amend the Articles of Incorporation | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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3. | | Elect the External Director who is an Audit Committee Member | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Approve the limit of remuneration for the Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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CORPORACION GEO SAB DE CV |
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Security | | P3142C117 | | Meeting Type | | Ordinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 20-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | MXP3142C1177 | | Agenda | | 701833368 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
I. | | Receive the report from the Board of Directors under the terms of Article 172 of the General Mercantile Company law and Article 28, subsection IV of the securities market law concerning the operations and results of the Company and the operations and activities in which it intervened in accordance with the securities market law during the FYE on 31 DEC 2007, including the individual and consolidated financial statements of the Company and the report on the compliance with the tax obligations in accordance with that provided by subsection XX of Article 86 of the income tax law | | Management | | For | | For |
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II. | | Receive the report of the Director General in accordance with the Article 172 of the General Mercantile Company law and 28, Section IV line B of the securities market law accompanied by the opinion of the outside Auditor and the opinion of the Board of Director’s regarding the report of the Director General in compliance with Article 21 of the corporate ByLaws | | Management | | For | | For |
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III. | | Receive the annual report of the Audit and corporate practices committee on its activities in accordance with the Article 36, part IV line A of the corporate bylaws and Article 28, part IV, line A of the security market law | | Management | | For | | For |
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IV. | | Approve the allocation of results from the FYE on 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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V. | | Approve to determine the maximum amount of funds that can be allocated to purchase of the Company’s own shares in accordance with Article 12 of the Corporate bylaws and Article 56, line IV, of the securities market law | | Management | | For | | For |
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VI. | | Appoint the Members of the Board of Directors and Secretary for the Company | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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VII. | | Ratify the Members of the Audit and corporate practices committee; appoint the Chairperson of each one of said committees in compliance with that which is provided in the Article 43 of the securities market law | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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VIII | | Approve the remuneration for Members of the Board of Directors of the Company, full and alternate, Secretary and Members of the Audit and corporate practice committee | | Management | | For | | For |
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IX. | | Approve the designation of delegates who will carry out and formalize the resolutions passed by the AGM | | Management | | For | | For |
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NATURA COSMETICOS SA, SAO PAULO |
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Security | | P7088C106 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 23-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | BRNATUACNOR6 | | Agenda | | 701820638 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | IMPORTANT MARKET PROCESSING REQUIREMENT: A BENEFICIAL OWNER SIGNED POWER OF ATTORNEY (POA) IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO LODGE AND EXECUTE YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MARKET. ABSENCE OF A POA, MAY CAUSE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS TO BE REJECTED. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT VOTES IN FAVOR ‘AND’ AGAINST IN THE SAME AGENDA ITEM ARE NOT ALLOWED. ONLY VOTES IN FAVOR AND/OR ABSTAIN OR AGAINST AND/OR ABSTAIN ARE ALLOWED. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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A. | | Ratify the amendment of the wording of Article 5 of the Companys Corporate Bylaws relating to the Share Capital and the quantity of Company Shares that are subscribed for and paid in, arising from the exercise of the option to buy or subscribe for common shares issued by the Company, during the year 2008, by the Managers and Employees of the Company, as well as the Managers and Employees of the Companys directly and indirectly controlled Companies, participants in the addenda to the plans for the granting of options to purchase or subscribe for common shares issued by the Company relating to the 2004 calendar year | | Management | | For | | For |
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B. | | Approve to consider the new wording of the program for the granting of options to purchase or subscribe to common shares issued by the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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NATURA COSMETICOS SA, SAO PAULO |
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Security | | P7088C106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 23-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | BRNATUACNOR6 | | Agenda | | 701820640 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | IMPORTANT MARKET PROCESSING REQUIREMENT: A BENEFICIAL OWNER SIGNED POWER OF ATTORNEY (POA) IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO LODGE AND EXECUTE YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MARKET. ABSENCE OF A POA, MAY CAUSE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS TO BE REJECTED. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT VOTES IN FAVOR ‘AND’ AGAINST IN THE SAME AGENDA ITEM ARE NOT ALLOWED. ONLY VOTES IN FAVOR AND/OR ABSTAIN OR AGAINST AND/OR ABSTAIN ARE ALLOWED. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Receive the administrators accounts, to examine, discuss and vote on the administrations report the financial statements and the accounting statements accompanied by the Independent Auditors report regarding the FYE 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the proposal for the capital budget for the year 2009 the allocation of the net profit from FYE 31 DEC 2008 and to ratify the early distributions of dividends and interim interest on net equity | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Elect the Members of the Company’s Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Approve to set the aggregate remuneration of the Managers of the Company to be paid before the AGM in which shareholders of the Company vote concerning the financial statements for the FYE 31 DEC 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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ASML HOLDING NV |
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Security | | N07059178 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 26-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | NL0006034001 | | Agenda | | 701822846 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN AMENDMENT TO MEETING ID 525667 DUE TO ADDITION OF RESOLUTIONS. ALL VOTES RECEIVED ON THE PREVIOUS MEETING WILL BE DISREGARDED AND YOU WILL NEED TO REINSTRUCT ON THIS MEETING NOTICE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO CHANGE IN STATUS OF BLOCKING INDICATOR. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Opening | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2. | | Overview of the Company’s business and financial situation | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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3. | | Approve to discuss the Annual Report 2008 and adopt the financial statements for the FY 2008, as prepared in accordance with Dutch law | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Grant discharge the Members of the Board of Management from liability for their responsibilities in the FY 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Grant discharge the Members of the Supervisory Board from liability for their responsibilities in the FY 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Clarification of the reserves and dividend policy | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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7. | | Adopt a dividend of EUR 0.20 per ordinary share of EUR 0.09 | | Management | | For | | For |
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8.A | | Approve, subject to the approval of the Supervisory Board, the number of performance stock for the Board of Management and authorize the Board of Management to issue the performance stock | | Management | | For | | For |
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8.B | | Approve, subject to the approval of the Supervisory Board, the maximum number of 50,000 sign-on stock and authorize the Board of Management to issue the sign-on stock | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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9.A | | Approve, subject to the approval of the Supervisory Board, the number of performance stock options available for the Board of Management and authorize the Board of Management to issue the performance stock options | | Management | | For | | For |
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9.B | | Approve, subject to the approval of the Supervisory Board, the maximum number of 50,000 sign-on stock options, and authorize the Board of Management to issue the sign-on stock options | | Management | | For | | For |
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9.C | | Approve, subject to the approval of the Supervisory Board, the number of stock options, respectively shares, available for ASML employees, other than Members of the Board of Management, and authorize the Board of Management to issue the stock options or shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Composition of the Board of Management | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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11.A | | Re-appoint Ms. H.C.J. van den Burg as a Member of the Supervisory Board, effective 26 MAR 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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11.B | | Re-appoint Mr. O. Bilous as a Member of the Supervisory Board, effective 26 MAR 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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11.C | | Re-appoint Mr. J.W.B. Westerburgen as a Member of the Supervisory Board, effective 26 MAR 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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11.D | | Appoint Ms. P.F.M. van der Meer Mohr as a Member of the Supervisory Board, effective 26 MAR 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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11.E | | Appoint Mr. W. Ziebart as a Member of the Supervisory Board, effective 26 MAR 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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12.A | | Authorize the Board of Management, for a period of 18 months from 26 MAR 2009, to issue shares or rights to subscribe for shares in the capital of the Company, subject to the approval of the Supervisory Board, limited to 5% of the issued share capital at the time of the authorization | | Management | | For | | For |
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12.B | | Authorize the Board of Management, for a period of 18 months from 26 MAR 2009, to restrict or exclude the pre-emption rights accruing to shareholders in connection with the issue of shares or rights to subscribe for shares as described under 12.A., subject to approval of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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12.C | | Authorize the Board of Management, for a period of 18 months from 26 MAR 2009, to issue shares or rights to subscribe for shares in the capital of the Company, subject to the approval of the Supervisory Board, for an additional 5% of the issued share capital at the time of the authorization, which 5% can only be used in connection with or on the occasion of mergers and/or acquisitions | | Management | | For | | For |
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12.D | | Authorize the Board of Management, for a period of 18 months from 26 MAR 2009, to restrict or exclude the pre-emption rights accruing to shareholders in connection with the issue of shares or rights to subscribe for shares as described under 12.C., subject to approval of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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13. | | Authorize the Board of Management, for a period of 18 months from 26 MAR 2009, to acquire - subject to the approval of the Supervisory Board - such a number of ordinary shares in the Company’s share capital as permitted within the limits of the Law and the Articles of Association of the Company, taking into account the possibility to cancel the re-purchased shares, for valuable consideration, on Euronext Amsterdam by NYSE Euronext [“Euronext Amsterdam”] or the NASDAQ Stock Market LLC [“NASDAQ”], or otherwise, at a price between, on the one hand, an amount equal to the nominal value of the shares and, on the other hand, an amount equal to 110% of the market price of these shares on Euronext Amsterdam or NASDAQ; the market price being the average of the highest price on each of the five days of trading prior to the date of acquisition, as shown in the Official Price List of Euronext Amsterdam or as reported on NASDAQ | | Management | | For | | For |
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14. | | Approve to cancel ordinary shares in the share capital of the Company repurchased or to be repurchased by the Company; the number of ordinary shares that will be cancelled shall be determined by the Board of Management, but shall not exceed 10% of the issued share capital of the Company as of 26 MAR 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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15. | | Approve to cancel additional ordinary shares in the share capital of the Company to be repurchased by the Company following the cancellation of the ordinary shares under Resolution 14; the number of ordinary shares that will be cancelled shall be determined by the Board of Management, but shall not exceed 10% of the issued share capital of the Company as of 26 MAR 2009, reduced with the number of ordinary shares cancelled pursuant to Resolution 14 | | Management | | For | | For |
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16. | | Any other business | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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17. | | Closing | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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HYNIX SEMICONDUCTOR INC |
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Security | | Y3817W109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 26-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | KR7000660001 | | Agenda | | 701834928 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT ABSTAIN IS NOT A VALID VOTING OPTION IN KOREA. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve the financial statements | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the change of Articles of Incorporation | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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3. | | Elect the Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Elect the Audit Committee Member who is an External Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Approve the remuneration limit for the Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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ASML HOLDINGS N.V. |
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Security | | N07059186 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ASML | | Meeting Date | | 26-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | USN070591862 | | Agenda | | 933001694 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
03 | | DISCUSSION OF THE ANNUAL REPORT 2008 AND ADOPTION OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE FINANCIAL YEAR (“FY”) 2008, AS PREPARED IN ACCORDANCE WITH DUTCH LAW. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | DISCHARGE OF THE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF MANAGEMENT (“BOM”) FROM LIABILITY FOR THEIR RESPONSIBILITIES IN THE FY 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | DISCHARGE OF THE MEMBERS OF THE SUPERVISORY BOARD (“SB”) FROM LIABILITY FOR THEIR RESPONSIBILITIES IN THE FY 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
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07 | | PROPOSAL TO ADOPT A DIVIDEND OF EUR 0.20 PER ORDINARY SHARE OF EUR 0.09. | | Management | | For | | For |
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8A | | APPROVAL OF THE NUMBER OF PERFORMANCE STOCK FOR THE BOM AND AUTHORIZATION OF THE BOM TO ISSUE THE PERFORMANCE STOCK. | | Management | | For | | For |
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8B | | APPROVAL OF THE MAXIMUM NUMBER OF 50,000 SIGN-ON STOCK FOR THE BOM AND AUTHORIZATION OF THE BOM TO ISSUE THE SIGN-ON STOCK. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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9A | | APPROVAL OF THE NUMBER OF PERFORMANCE STOCK OPTIONS FOR THE BOM AND AUTHORIZATION OF THE BOM TO ISSUE THE PERFORMANCE STOCK OPTIONS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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9B | | APPROVAL OF THE MAXIMUM NUMBER OF 50,000 SIGN-ON STOCK OPTIONS FOR THE BOM AND AUTHORIZATION OF THE BOM TO ISSUE THE SIGN-ON STOCK OPTIONS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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9C | | APPROVAL OF THE NUMBER OF STOCK OPTIONS, RESPECTIVELY STOCK, AVAILABLE FOR ASML EMPLOYEES, AND AUTHORIZATION OF THE BOM TO ISSUE THE STOCK OPTIONS OR STOCK. | | Management | | For | | For |
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11A | | NOMINATION FOR REAPPOINTMENT OF MS. H.C.J. VAN DEN BURG AS MEMBER OF THE SB EFFECTIVE MARCH 26, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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11B | | NOMINATION FOR REAPPOINTMENT OF MR. O. BILOUS AS MEMBER OF THE SB EFFECTIVE MARCH 26, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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11C | | NOMINATION FOR REAPPOINTMENT OF MR. J.W.B. WESTERBURGEN AS MEMBER OF THE SB EFFECTIVE MARCH 26, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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11D | | NOMINATION FOR APPOINTMENT OF MS. P.F.M. VAN DER MEER MOHR AS MEMBER OF THE SB EFFECTIVE MARCH 26, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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11E | | NOMINATION FOR APPOINTMENT OF MR. W. ZIEBART AS MEMBER OF THE SB EFFECTIVE MARCH 26, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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12A | | PROPOSAL TO AUTHORIZE THE BOM FOR A PERIOD OF 18 MONTHS FROM MARCH 26, 2009, TO ISSUE (RIGHTS TO SUBSCRIBE FOR) SHARES IN THE CAPITAL OF THE COMPANY, LIMITED TO 5% OF THE ISSUED SHARE CAPITAL AT THE TIME OF THE AUTHORIZATION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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12B | | PROPOSAL TO AUTHORIZE THE BOM FOR A PERIOD OF 18 MONTHS FROM MARCH 26, 2009 TO RESTRICT OR EXCLUDE THE PRE-EMPTION RIGHTS ACCRUING TO SHAREHOLDERS IN CONNECTION WITH ITEM 12A. | | Management | | For | | For |
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12C | | PROPOSAL TO AUTHORIZE THE BOM FOR A PERIOD OF 18 MONTHS FROM MARCH 26, 2009, TO ISSUE (RIGHTS TO SUBSCRIBE FOR) SHARES IN THE CAPITAL OF THE COMPANY, FOR AN ADDITIONAL 5% OF THE ISSUED SHARE CAPITAL AT THE TIME OF THE AUTHORIZATION, WHICH 5% CAN ONLY BE USED IN CONNECTION WITH OR ON THE OCCASION OF MERGERS AND/OR ACQUISITIONS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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12D | | PROPOSAL TO AUTHORIZE THE BOM FOR A PERIOD OF 18 MONTHS FROM MARCH 26, 2009, TO RESTRICT OR EXCLUDE THE PRE-EMPTION RIGHTS ACCRUING TO SHAREHOLDERS IN CONNECTION WITH ITEM 12C. | | Management | | For | | For |
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13 | | PROPOSAL TO AUTHORIZE THE BOM FOR A PERIOD OF 18 MONTHS FROM MARCH 26, 2009 TO ACQUIRE ORDINARY SHARES IN THE COMPANY’S SHARE CAPITAL. | | Management | | For | | For |
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14 | | CANCELLATION OF ORDINARY SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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15 | | CANCELLATION OF ADDITIONAL ORDINARY SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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ASML HOLDINGS N.V. |
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Security | | N07059186 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ASML | | Meeting Date | | 26-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | USN070591862 | | Agenda | | 933007975 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
03 | | DISCUSSION OF THE ANNUAL REPORT 2008 AND ADOPTION OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE FINANCIAL YEAR (“FY”) 2008, AS PREPARED IN ACCORDANCE WITH DUTCH LAW. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | DISCHARGE OF THE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF MANAGEMENT (“BOM”) FROM LIABILITY FOR THEIR RESPONSIBILITIES IN THE FY 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | DISCHARGE OF THE MEMBERS OF THE SUPERVISORY BOARD (“SB”) FROM LIABILITY FOR THEIR RESPONSIBILITIES IN THE FY 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
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07 | | PROPOSAL TO ADOPT A DIVIDEND OF EUR 0.20 PER ORDINARY SHARE OF EUR 0.09. | | Management | | For | | For |
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8A | | APPROVAL OF THE NUMBER OF PERFORMANCE STOCK FOR THE BOM AND AUTHORIZATION OF THE BOM TO ISSUE THE PERFORMANCE STOCK. | | Management | | For | | For |
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8B | | APPROVAL OF THE MAXIMUM NUMBER OF 50,000 SIGN-ON STOCK FOR THE BOM AND AUTHORIZATION OF THE BOM TO ISSUE THE SIGN-ON STOCK. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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9A | | APPROVAL OF THE NUMBER OF PERFORMANCE STOCK OPTIONS FOR THE BOM AND AUTHORIZATION OF THE BOM TO ISSUE THE PERFORMANCE STOCK OPTIONS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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9B | | APPROVAL OF THE MAXIMUM NUMBER OF 50,000 SIGN-ON STOCK OPTIONS FOR THE BOM AND AUTHORIZATION OF THE BOM TO ISSUE THE SIGN-ON STOCK OPTIONS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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9C | | APPROVAL OF THE NUMBER OF STOCK OPTIONS, RESPECTIVELY STOCK, AVAILABLE FOR ASML EMPLOYEES, AND AUTHORIZATION OF THE BOM TO ISSUE THE STOCK OPTIONS OR STOCK. | | Management | | For | | For |
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11A | | NOMINATION FOR REAPPOINTMENT OF MS. H.C.J. VAN DEN BURG AS MEMBER OF THE SB EFFECTIVE MARCH 26, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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11B | | NOMINATION FOR REAPPOINTMENT OF MR. O. BILOUS AS MEMBER OF THE SB EFFECTIVE MARCH 26, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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11C | | NOMINATION FOR REAPPOINTMENT OF MR. J.W.B. WESTERBURGEN AS MEMBER OF THE SB EFFECTIVE MARCH 26, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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11D | | NOMINATION FOR APPOINTMENT OF MS. P.F.M. VAN DER MEER MOHR AS MEMBER OF THE SB EFFECTIVE MARCH 26, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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11E | | NOMINATION FOR APPOINTMENT OF MR. W. ZIEBART AS MEMBER OF THE SB EFFECTIVE MARCH 26, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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12A | | PROPOSAL TO AUTHORIZE THE BOM FOR A PERIOD OF 18 MONTHS FROM MARCH 26, 2009, TO ISSUE (RIGHTS TO SUBSCRIBE FOR) SHARES IN THE CAPITAL OF THE COMPANY, LIMITED TO 5% OF THE ISSUED SHARE CAPITAL AT THE TIME OF THE AUTHORIZATION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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12B | | PROPOSAL TO AUTHORIZE THE BOM FOR A PERIOD OF 18 MONTHS FROM MARCH 26, 2009 TO RESTRICT OR EXCLUDE THE PRE-EMPTION RIGHTS ACCRUING TO SHAREHOLDERS IN CONNECTION WITH ITEM 12A. | | Management | | For | | For |
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12C | | PROPOSAL TO AUTHORIZE THE BOM FOR A PERIOD OF 18 MONTHS FROM MARCH 26, 2009, TO ISSUE (RIGHTS TO SUBSCRIBE FOR) SHARES IN THE CAPITAL OF THE COMPANY, FOR AN ADDITIONAL 5% OF THE ISSUED SHARE CAPITAL AT THE TIME OF THE AUTHORIZATION, WHICH 5% CAN ONLY BE USED IN CONNECTION WITH OR ON THE OCCASION OF MERGERS AND/OR ACQUISITIONS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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12D | | PROPOSAL TO AUTHORIZE THE BOM FOR A PERIOD OF 18 MONTHS FROM MARCH 26, 2009, TO RESTRICT OR EXCLUDE THE PRE-EMPTION RIGHTS ACCRUING TO SHAREHOLDERS IN CONNECTION WITH ITEM 12C. | | Management | | For | | For |
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13 | | PROPOSAL TO AUTHORIZE THE BOM FOR A PERIOD OF 18 MONTHS FROM MARCH 26, 2009 TO ACQUIRE ORDINARY SHARES IN THE COMPANY’S SHARE CAPITAL. | | Management | | For | | For |
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14 | | CANCELLATION OF ORDINARY SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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15 | | CANCELLATION OF ADDITIONAL ORDINARY SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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BNP PARIBAS |
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Security | | F1058Q238 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 27-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000131104 | | Agenda | | 701830716 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Grant authority for the new class of preferred stock [Class B] and amend Bylaws accordingly, subject to approval of item 2 | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Grant authority for the issuance of preferred stock [Class B] in favor of societe de Prise de participation de 1’Etat [SPPE] for up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 608,064,070, subject to approval of item 1 | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approve the Employee Stock Purchase Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Grant authority for the capitalization of reserves of up to EUR 1 billion for bonus issue or increase in par value, subject to approval of items 1 and 2 | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Grant authority for the filing of required documents/other formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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ORTHOFIX INTERNATIONAL N.V. |
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Security | | N6748L102 | | Meeting Type | | Contested-Special |
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Ticker Symbol | | OFIX | | Meeting Date | | 02-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | ANN6748L1027 | | Agenda | | 933003953 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | REMOVAL OF DIRECTOR: JAMES F. GERO | | Management | | For | | Against |
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1B | | REMOVAL OF DIRECTOR: PETER J. HEWETT | | Management | | For | | Against |
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1C | | REMOVAL OF DIRECTOR: THOMAS J. KESTER | | Management | | Against | | For |
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1D | | REMOVAL OF DIRECTOR: WALTER P. VON WARTBURG | | Management | | For | | Against |
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02 | | TO REMOVE, WITHOUT CAUSE, ANY DIRECTOR APPOINTED BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF ORTHOFIX INTERNATIONAL N.V. FROM DECEMBER 10, 2008 THROUGH AND INCLUDING THE DATE OF THE SPECIAL GENERAL MEETING | | Management | | For | | Against |
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3A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: J. MICHAEL EGAN | | Management | | For | | Against |
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3B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PETER A. FELD | | Management | | For | | Against |
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3C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: STEVEN J. LEE | | Management | | Abstain | | For |
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3D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CHARLES T. ORSATTI | | Management | | For | | Against |
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ORTHOFIX INTERNATIONAL N.V. |
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Security | | N6748L102 | | Meeting Type | | Contested-Special |
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Ticker Symbol | | OFIX | | Meeting Date | | 02-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | ANN6748L1027 | | Agenda | | 933004789 - Opposition |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | TO REMOVE WITHOUT CAUSE OF THE CURRENT BOARD OF DIRECTOR: JAMES F. GERO | | Management | | For | | * |
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1B | | TO REMOVE WITHOUT CAUSE OF THE CURRENT BOARD OF DIRECTOR: PETER J. HEWETT | | Management | | For | | * |
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1C | | TO REMOVE WITHOUT CAUSE OF THE CURRENT BOARD OF DIRECTOR: THOMAS J. KESTER | | Management | | Against | | * |
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1D | | TO REMOVE WITHOUT CAUSE OF THE CURRENT BOARD OF DIRECTOR: WALTER P. VON WARTBURG | | Management | | For | | * |
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2 | | THE RAMIUS GROUP’S PROPOSAL TO REMOVE, WITHOUT CAUSE, ANY DIRECTORS APPOINTED BY THE BOARD WITHOUT SHAREHOLDER APPROVAL BETWEEN DECEMBER 10, 2008 AND UP THROUGH AND INCLUDING THE DATE OF THE SPECIAL MEETING | | Management | | For | | * |
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3A | | TO ELECT: J. MICHAEL EGAN | | Management | | For | | * |
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3B | | TO ELECT: PETER A. FELD | | Management | | For | | * |
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3C | | TO ELECT: STEVEN J. LEE | | Management | | Abstain | | * |
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3D | | TO ELECT: CHARLES T. ORSATTI | | Management | | For | | * |
* | Management Position Unknown |
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NOBEL BIOCARE |
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Security | | H5783Q130 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 06-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | CH0037851646 | | Agenda | | 701848016 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | THE PRACTICE OF SHARE BLOCKING VARIES WIDELY IN THIS MARKET. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE TO OBTAIN BLOCKING INFORMATION FOR YOUR ACCOUNTS. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THE NOTICE FOR THIS MEETING WAS RECEIVED AFTER THE REGISTRATION DEADLINE. IF YOUR SHARES WERE REGISTERED PRIOR TO THE DEADLINE OF [BOOK CLOSING/REGISTRATION DEADLINE DATE], YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS MEETING. HOWEVER, VOTING INSTRUCTIONS FOR SHARES THAT WERE NOT REGISTERED PRIOR TO THE REGISTRATION DEADLINE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN AMENDMENT TO MEETING ID 543481 DUE ADDITION OF RESOLUTIONS. ALL VOTES RECEIVED ON THE PREVIOUS MEETING WILL BE DISREGARDED AND YOU WILL NEED TO REINSTRUCT ON THIS MEETING NOTICE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve to propose the Board of Directors, annual report and consolidated financial statements for 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the statutory financial statements of Nobel Biocare Holding Ltd for 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approve the appropriate available earnings/dividends for 2008 as specified | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Grant discharge to the Members of the Board of Directors for their services in the business year 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.1 | | Re-elect Mr. Stig Eriksson by way of separate election for a 1 year term of office until the next AGM | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.2 | | Re-elect Mr. Antoine Firmenich by way of separate election for a 1 year term of office until the next AGM | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.3 | | Re-elect Mr. Edgar Fluri by way of separate election for a 1 year term of office until the next AGM | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.4 | | Re-elect Mr. Robert lilja by way of separate election for a 1 year term of office until the next AGM | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.5 | | Re-elect Mrs. Jane Royston by way of separate election for a 1 year term of office until the next AGM | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.6 | | Re-elect Mr. Rolf Soiron by way of separate election for a 1 year term of office until the next AGM | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.7 | | Re-elect Mr. Rolf Watter by way of separate election for a 1 year term of office until the next AGM | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.8 | | Re-elect Mr. Ernst Zaengerle by way of separate election for a 1 year term of office until the next AGM | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Re-elect KPMG AG Zurich as Auditor of the business year 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Authorize the Board of Directors to issue a total maximum of 25,000,000 new shares of follows; authorized share capital, so that the Board of Directors is authorized to increase the share capital until 06 APR 2011 by an amount up to CHF 10,000,000 by issuing up to 25,000,000 fully paid-up registered shares with a nominal value of CHF 0.40 each and; conditional share capital in the amount of up to CHF 10,000,000 by issuing up to 25,000,000 fully paid-up registered shares with a nominal value of CHF 0.40 all according to the conditions of the proposed new Articles 3b and 3c of the Articles of Incorporation as specified | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Approve the cancellation of 532,000 shares with a par value of CHF 0.40 each acquired in 2008 with in the scope of the repurchase program according to the resolution of the Annual General Meeting of 27 MAR 2008, and the corresponding reduction of the share capital from CHF 49,726,612 by CHF 212,800 to CHF 49,513,812 using the amount resulting from the reduction to dissolve the corresponding reserve for treasury shares; to declare, as a result of the audit report prepared in accordance with article 732 paragraph 2 of the swiss code of obligations that the claims by the creditors are fully covered notwithstanding the above reduction of the share capital; and; to amend article 3 paragraph 1 of the articles of incorporation as follows | | Management | | For | | For |
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TNT N V |
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Security | | N86672107 | | Meeting Type | | Ordinary General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 08-Apr-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | NL0000009066 | | Agenda | | 701838368 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT BLOCKING HAS BEEN REMOVED. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Opening and announcements | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2. | | Presentation by Mr. M.P. Bakker, Chief Executive Officer | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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3. | | Annual report 2008 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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4. | | Discussion of the Corporate Governance Chapter in the annual report 2008, Chapter 10 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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5. | | Remuneration of the Board of Management | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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6. | | Adopt the 2008 financial statements | | Management | | For | | For |
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7.A | | Discussion of the reserves and dividend guidelines 2009 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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7.B | | Approve to determine the distribution of dividend | | Management | | For | | For |
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7.C | | Approve the distribution out of the reserves | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Grant discharge from liability of the Members of the Board of Management | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Grant discharge from liability of the Members of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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10.A | | Announcement of vacancies in the Supervisory Board | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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10.B | | Opportunity for the general meeting of shareholders to make recommendations for the re-appointment of Members of the Supervisory Board | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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10.C | | Announcement by the Supervisory Board of the persons nominated for re-appointment | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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10.D | | Amendments to the profile of the Supervisory Board | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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11. | | Re-appoint Mr. S. Levy as a Member of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
12. | | Appoint Ms. P.M. Altenburg as a Member of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
13. | | Announcement of vacancies in the Supervisory Board expected as per the close of the AGM of shareholders in 2010 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
14. | | Announcement of the intention of the Supervisory Board to re-appoint Mr. H.M.-Koorstra as a Member of the Board of Management | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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15. | | Authorize the Board of Management to issue ordinary shares | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
16. | | Authorize the Board of Management to limit or exclude the pre-emptive right to issue ordinary shares | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
17. | | Authorize the Board of Management to have the Company acquire its own shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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18. | | Approve to reduce the issued share capital by cancellation of own shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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19. | | Questions | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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20. | | Close | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN AGM. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO CHANGE IN BLOCKING CONDITIONS. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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LONZA GROUP AG |
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Security | | H50524133 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 08-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | CH0013841017 | | Agenda | | 701860935 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | THE PRACTICE OF SHARE BLOCKING VARIES WIDELY IN THIS MARKET. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE TO OBTAIN BLOCKING INFORMATION FOR YOUR ACCOUNTS. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THE NOTICE FOR THIS MEETING WAS RECEIVED AFTER THE REGISTRATION DEADLINE. IF YOUR SHARES WERE REGISTERED PRIOR TO THE DEADLINE OF [BOOK CLOSING/REGISTRATION DEADLINE DATE], YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS MEETING. HOWEVER, VOTING INSTRUCTIONS FOR SHARES THAT WERE NOT REGISTERED PRIOR TO THE REGISTRATION DEADLINE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve the consolidated financial statements of Lonza group for 2008 and report of the Group Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the annual activity report and financial statements for 2008 and report of the Statutory Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approve the appropriation of available earnings and payment of a dividend of CHF 1.75 per share on the share capital eligible for dividend of CHF 47,786,300 | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Ratify the acts of the Members of the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Amend the Articles 4 of the Articles of Association as specified | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.1 | | Re-elect Mr. Dame Julia Higgins to the Board of Directors for a 1 year term | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.2 | | Re-elect Mr. Patrick Aebischer to the Board of Directors for a 1 year term | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.3 | | Re-elect Mr. Gerhard Mayr to the Board of Directors for a 1 year term | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.4 | | Re-elect Mr. Rolf Soiron to the Board of Directors for a 1 year term | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.5 | | Re-elect Sir Richard Sykes to the Board of Directors for a 1 year term | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.6 | | Re-elect Mr. Peter Wilden to the Board of Directors for a 1 year term | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.7 | | Elect Mr. Frits Van Dijk to the Board of Directors for a 1 year term | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Re-elect KPMG Ltd, Zurich as the Statutory Auditors and also to act as Group Auditors for the FY 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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T. ROWE PRICE GROUP, INC. |
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Security | | 74144T108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | TROW | | Meeting Date | | 08-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US74144T1088 | | Agenda | | 933001961 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: EDWARD C. BERNARD | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JAMES T. BRADY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: J. ALFRED BROADDUS, JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DONALD B. HEBB, JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JAMES A.C. KENNEDY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: BRIAN C. ROGERS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DR. ALFRED SOMMER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DWIGHT S. TAYLOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ANNE MARIE WHITTEMORE | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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TIBCO SOFTWARE INC. |
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Security | | 88632Q103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | TIBX | | Meeting Date | | 08-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US88632Q1031 | | Agenda | | 933002797 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 VIVEK Y. RANADIVE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 ERIC C.W. DUNN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 NARENDRA K. GUPTA | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 PETER J. JOB | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 PHILIP K. WOOD | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS TIBCO SOFTWARE INC.’S, INDEPENDENT AUDITORS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING NOVEMBER 30, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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PETROLEO BRASILEIRO S.A. - PETROBRAS |
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Security | | 71654V101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | PBRA | | Meeting Date | | 08-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US71654V1017 | | Agenda | | 933032500 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
IV | | ELECTION OF ONE MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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VI | | ELECTION OF ONE MEMBER OF THE AUDIT COMMITTEE AND HIS/HER RESPECTIVE SUBSTITUTE | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON CORP. |
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Security | | 064058100 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | BK | | Meeting Date | | 14-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US0640581007 | | Agenda | | 933014805 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 RUTH E. BRUCH | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 NICHOLAS M. DONOFRIO | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 GERALD L. HASSELL | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 EDMUND F. KELLY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 ROBERT P. KELLY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 RICHARD J. KOGAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 MICHAEL J. KOWALSKI | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 JOHN A. LUKE, JR. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 ROBERT MEHRABIAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 10 MARK A. NORDENBERG | | | | For | | For |
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| | 11 CATHERINE A. REIN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 12 WILLIAM C. RICHARDSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 13 SAMUEL C. SCOTT III | | | | For | | For |
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| | 14 JOHN P. SURMA | | | | For | | For |
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| | 15 WESLEY W. VON SCHACK | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE THE ADVISORY (NON-BINDING) RESOLUTION RELATING TO 2008 EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | RATIFICATION OF APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANT. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL WITH RESPECT TO CUMULATIVE VOTING. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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05 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REQUESTING A 75% RETENTION POLICY FOR SHARES ACQUIRED THROUGH COMPENSATION PLANS. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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RODOBENS NEGOCIOS IMOBILIARIOS SA |
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Security | | P81424106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 15-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | BRRDNIACNOR9 | | Agenda | | 701877283 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | IMPORTANT MARKET PROCESSING REQUIREMENT: A BENEFICIAL OWNER SIGNED POWER OF ATTORNEY (POA) IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO LODGE AND EXECUTE YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MARKET. ABSENCE OF A POA, MAY CAUSE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS TO BE REJECTED. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | “PLEASE NOTE THAT VOTES ‘IN FAVOR’ AND ‘AGAINST” IN THE SAME AGENDA ITEM ARE NOT ALLOWED. ONLY VOTES IN FAVOR AND/OR ABSTAIN OR AGAINST AND/ OR ABSTAIN ARE-ALLOWED. THANK YOU.” | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT SHAREHOLDERS SUBMITTING A VOTE TO ELECT A MEMBER MUST INCLUDE THE NAME OF THE CANDIDATE TO BE ELECTED. IF INSTRUCTIONS TO VOTE ON THIS ITEM IS RECEIVED WITHOUT A CANDIDATE’S NAME, YOUR VOTE WILL BE PROCESSED IN FAVOR OR AGAINST OF THE DEFAULT COMPANY’S CANDIDATE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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I. | | Approve the vote on the Administrations report, the financial statements and the accounting statements accompanied by the Independent Auditors report regarding FYE on 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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II. | | Approve, the proposal for the capital budget for the year 2009, well as about the proposal of the Board of Directors for the allocation of the net profits and the distribution of dividends from the 2008 FY | | Management | | For | | For |
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III. | | Approve to set the global remuneration of the Board of Directors for the FY 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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CARNIVAL CORPORATION |
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Security | | 143658300 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | CCL | | Meeting Date | | 15-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | PA1436583006 | | Agenda | | 933004448 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 MICKY ARISON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 A. RICHARD G. CAPEN, JR | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 ROBERT H. DICKINSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 ARNOLD W. DONALD | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 PIER LUIGI FOSCHI | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 HOWARD S. FRANK | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 RICHARD J. GLASIER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 MODESTO A. MAIDIQUE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 SIR JOHN PARKER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 10 PETER G. RATCLIFFE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 11 STUART SUBOTNICK | | | | For | | For |
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| | 12 LAURA WEIL | | | | For | | For |
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| | 13 RANDALL J. WEISENBURGER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 14 UZI ZUCKER | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RE-APPOINT PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS INDEPENDENT AUDITORS FOR CARNIVAL PLC. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO AUTHORIZE THE AUDIT COMMITTEE OF CARNIVAL PLC TO AGREE TO THE REMUNERATION OF THE INDEPENDENT AUDITORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | TO RECEIVE THE UK ACCOUNTS AND REPORTS OF THE DIRECTORS AND AUDITORS OF CARNIVAL PLC FOR THE FINANCIAL YEAR ENDED NOVEMBER 30, 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | TO APPROVE THE DIRECTORS’ REMUNERATION REPORT OF CARNIVAL PLC FOR THE FINANCIAL YEAR ENDED NOVEMBER 30, 2008. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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06 | | TO INCREASE THE AMOUNT OF THE AUTHORIZED BUT UNISSUED SHARE CAPITAL OF CARNIVAL PLC. | | Management | | For | | For |
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07 | | TO ADOPT THE AMENDED AND RESTATED ARTICLES OF ASSOCIATION OF CARNIVAL PLC. | | Management | | For | | For |
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08 | | TO APPROVE CERTAIN AMENDMENTS TO THE ARTICLES OF ASSOCIATION OF CARNIVAL PLC, TO TAKE EFFECT FROM OCTOBER 1, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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09 | | TO APPROVE THE GIVING OF AUTHORITY FOR THE ALLOTMENT OF NEW SHARES BY CARNIVAL PLC. | | Management | | For | | For |
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10 | | TO APPROVE THE DISAPPLICATION OF PRE-EMPTION RIGHTS IN RELATION TO THE ALLOTMENT OF NEW SHARES BY CARNIVAL PLC. | | Management | | For | | For |
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11 | | TO APPROVE A GENERAL AUTHORITY FOR CARNIVAL PLC TO BUY BACK CARNIVAL PLC ORDINARY SHARES IN THE OPEN MARKET. | | Management | | For | | For |
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BP P L C |
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Security | | G12793108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 16-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | GB0007980591 | | Agenda | | 701833293 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Receive the report of the Directors and the accounts for the YE 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the Directors remuneration report for the YE 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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3. | | Re-elect Mr. A. Burgmans as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Re-elect Mrs. C. B. Carroll as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Re-elect Sir William Castell as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
6. | | Re-elect Mr. I. C. Conn as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Re-elect Mr. G. David as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Re-elect Mr. E. B. Davis as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Re-elect Mr. R. Dudley as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Re-elect Mr. D. J. Flint as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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11. | | Re-elect Dr. B. E. Grote as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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12. | | Re-elect Dr. A. B. Hayward as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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13. | | Re-elect Mr. A. G. Inglis as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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14. | | Re-elect Dr. D. S. Julius as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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15. | | Re-elect Sir Tom McKillop as a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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16. | | Re-elect Sir Ian Prosser as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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17. | | Re-elect Mr. P. D. Sutherland as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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18. | | Re-appoint Ernst & Young LLP as the Auditors from the conclusion of this meeting until the conclusion of the next general meeting before which accounts are laid and to authorize the Directors to fix the Auditors remuneration | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.19 | | Authorize the Company, in accordance with Section 163[3] of the Companies Act 1985, to make market purchases [Section 163[3]] with nominal value of USD 0.25 each in the capital of the Company, at a minimum price of USD 0.25 and not more than 5% above the average market value for such shares derived from the London Stock Exchange Daily Official List, for the 5 business days preceding the date of purchase; [Authority expires at the conclusion of the AGM of the Company in 2010 or 15 JUL 2010]; the Company, before the expiry, may make a contract to purchase ordinary shares which will or may be executed wholly or partly after such expiry | | Management | | For | | For |
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20. | | Authorize the Directors by the Company’s Articles of Association to allot relevant securities up to an aggregate nominal amount equal to the Section 80 Amount of USD 1,561 million, ; [Authority expires the earlier of the conclusion of the next AGM in 2010 of the Company or 15 JUL 2010] | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.21 | | Authorize the Directors, pursuant to Section 89 of the Companies Act 1985, to allot equity securities [Section 89] to the allotment of equity securities: a) in connection with a rights issue; b) up to an aggregate nominal amount of USD 234 million; [Authority expires the earlier of the conclusion of the next AGM in 2010 of the Company or 15 JUL 2010]; | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.22 | | Grant authority for the calling of general meeting of the Company by notice of at least 14 clear days | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO RECEIPT OF ADDITIONAL COMMENT. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT RESOLUTION 15 IS NOT BEING COUNTED AT THE MEETING, AS MR. TOM-MCKILLOP IS NO LONGER STANDING AS DIRECTOR. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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WEYERHAEUSER COMPANY |
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Security | | 962166104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | WY | | Meeting Date | | 16-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US9621661043 | | Agenda | | 933010186 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DEBRA A. CAFARO | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: NICOLE W. PIASECKI | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MARK A. EMMERT | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DANIEL S. FULTON | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WAYNE W. MURDY | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL ON THE CHAIRMAN POSITION | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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03 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL TO ADOPT SIMPLE MAJORITY VOTE | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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04 | | APPROVAL, ON AN ADVISORY BASIS, OF THE APPOINTMENT OF AUDITORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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SANOFI-AVENTIS |
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Security | | F5548N101 | | Meeting Type | | Ordinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 17-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000120578 | | Agenda | | 701820397 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A MIX MEETING. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve the financial statements and statutory reports | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Receive the consolidated financial statements and statutory reports | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve the allocation of income and dividends of EUR 2.20 per share | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Ratify the appointment of Mr. Chris Viehbacher as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Approve the Auditors’ special report regarding related-party transactions | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.6 | | Approve the transaction with Mr. Chris Viehbacher regarding Severance Payments | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.7 | | Grant authority for the repurchase of up to 10% of issued share capital | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.8 | | Grant authority for the issuance of equity or equity-linked securities with preemptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 1.3 billion | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.9 | | Grant authority for the issuance of equity or equity-linked securities without preemptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 500 million | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.10 | | Grant authority for the capital increase of up to 10% of issued capital for future acquisitions | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.11 | | Authorize the Board to increase capital in the event of additional demand related to delegation submitted to shareholder vote above | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.12 | | Grant authority for the capitalization of reserves of up to EUR 500 million for bonus issue or increase in par value | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.13 | | Approve the Employee Stock Purchase Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.14 | | Grant authority for the use of up to 2.5% of issued capital in the Stock Option Plan | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.15 | | Grant authority for the use of up to 1.0% of issued capital in the Restricted Stock Plan | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.16 | | Approve the reduction in share capital via cancellation of repurchased shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.17 | | Amend Article 15 of the Bylaws regarding the Audit Committee | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.18 | | Grant authority for the filing of required documents/other formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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IMPRESA SOCIEDADE GESTORA DE PARTICIPACOES SO |
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Security | | X3570M117 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 17-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | PTIPR0AM0000 | | Agenda | | 701847800 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Approve to change the 2008 annual report and results, individual and consolidated, and 2008 Auditors report | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the profit’s appropriation | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approve the general appreciation of the Company’s Management and Auditing | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4. | | Approve the corporate governance practice report | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Ratify the contract of a Member of the Board of Directors : Dr. Pedro Lopo De Carvalho Norton De Matos | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Approve the information given by the Salary Commission | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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7. | | Elect the Board of Directors Vice Chairman for 2007/2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Approve the nomination of a Non Executive Member of the Board of Directors for 2007/2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Amend the Company By Laws | | Management | | For | | For |
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TELEVISION FRANCAISE 1 SA TF1, BOULOGNE BILLANCOUR |
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Security | | F91255103 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 17-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000054900 | | Agenda | | 701867698 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Receive the reports of the Board of Directors, the Chairman of the Board of Directors and the Auditors, approves the Company’s financial statements for the YE in 2008, as presented; accordingly, the shareholders’ meeting gives permanent discharge to the Directors for the performance of their duties during the said FY | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Receive the reports of the Board of Directors and the Auditors, approves the consolidated financial statements for the said FY, in the form presented to the meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Receive the special report of the auditors on agreements governed by Article L.225-38 of the French Commercial Code, approves said report and the agreements referred to therein | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.4 | | Approve the noticed available earnings of EUR 244,339,483.77, taking into ac count the net income of EUR 138,921,498.49 and the retained earnings of EUR 105,417,985.28, approves the recommendations of the Board of Directors and resolves that the income for the FY be appropriated as follows: dividends in cash: EUR 100,302,931.24 allocation of the balance to the retained earnings: EUR 144,036,552.53; the shareholders will receive a net dividend of EUR 0.47 per share of a par value of EUR 0.20, and will entitle to the 40% deduction provided by the French Tax Code; this dividend will be paid on 27 ARP 2009; in the event that the Company holds so me of its own shares: the dividend on such shares shall be allocated to the retained earnings account; as required by Law, it is reminded that, for the last 3 financial years, the dividends paid, were as follows: EUR 0.65 for FY 2005, entitled to the 40% deduction provided by the French Tax Code, EUR 0.85 for FY 2006, entitled to the 40% deduction provided by the French | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Ratify the co-optation of Mr. Gilles Pelisson as a Director, to replace Claude Cohen who resigned, for the remainder of Claude Cohen’s term of office, i.e. until the shareholders’ meeting called to approve the financial statements for the FY 2008 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.6 | | Approve to renew the appoint Mr. Patricia Barbizet as a Director for a 2-year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.7 | | Approve to renew the appoint Mr. Martin Bouygues as a Director for a 2-year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.8 | | Approve to renew the appoint Mr. Olivier Bouygues as a Director for a 2-year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.9 | | Approve to renew the appoint Mr. Patrick Le Lay as a Director for a 2-year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.10 | | Approve to renew the appoint Mr. Nonce Paolini as a Director for a 2-year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.11 | | Approve to renew the appoint Mr. Gilles Pelisson as a Director for a 2-year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.12 | | Approve to renew the appoint Mr. Haim Saban as a Director for a 2-year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.13 | | Approve to renew the appoint the Company Bouygues as a Director for a 2-year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.14 | | Re-appoint the Societe Francaise De participation ET DE Gestion SFPG as a Director for a 2-year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.15 | | Authorizes the Board of Directors to buy back the Company’s shares on the open market, subject to the conditions described below: maximum purchase price: EUR 25.00, minimum sale price EUR 15.00, maximum number of shares to be acquired: 10% of the share capital, maximum funds invested in the share buybacks: EUR 533,000,000.00; authorization is given for an 18 month period it supersedes the amounts unused of any and all earlier authorizations to the same effect | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.16 | | Authorizes the Board of Directors to reduce the share capital, on 1 or more occasions, by cancelling all or part of the shares held by the Company in connection with various authorizations of shares purchase granted by the ordinary shareholders’ meeting, in particular Resolution 15, up to a maximum of 10% of the share capital over a 24 month period; this authorization is given for an 18-month period it supersedes the amounts unused of any and all earlier authorization to the same effect | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.17 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase on one or more occasions, in France or abroad, the share capital by issuance, with the shareholders’ preferred subscription rights maintained, of ordinary shares of the Company and any kind of securities giving access to shares of the Company; the maximal nominal amount of capital increases to be carried out under this delegation of authority shall not exceed EUR 15,000,000.00; this overall ceiling of capital increase is common to Resolutions 19, 20, 22 and 23 and the total nominal amount of the capital increases carried out accordingly with these resolutions shall count against this overall ceiling; the nominal amount of debt securities issued shall not exceed EUR 900,000,000.00; this amount is common to the debt securities issued accordingly with Resolution 19, is autonomous and distinct from the amount of the debt securities issued accordingly with Resolution 24 and from the amount of the debt securities which would be decided by the Board of Directors in accord | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.18 | | Authorize the Board of Directors in order to increase the share capital, in 1 or more occasions, by a maximum nominal amount of EUR 400,000,000.00, by way of capitalizing reserves, profits, premiums or other sums, provided that such capitalization is allowed by Law under the by Laws, by issuing bonus shares by raising the par value of existing shares, or by a combination of these methods; this delegation is given for a 26-month period it supersedes the amounts unused of any and all earlier delegations to the same effect | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.19 | | Approve to delegates all powers to the Board of Directors to increase on 1 or more occasions, in France or abroad, the share capital by issuance, with waiver of shareholders’ pre-emptive rights, of ordinary shares of the Company and any kind of securities giving access to shares of the Company; the maximal nominal amount of capital increases to be carried out under this delegation of authority shall not exceed EUR 15,000,000.00; this amount shall count against the overall ceiling set forth in Resolution 17; the nominal amount of debt securities issued shall not exceed EUR 900,000,000.00; this amount the ceiling set forth in Resolution 17; this delegation is given for a 26-month period it supersedes the amounts unused of any and all earlier delegations to the same effect | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.20 | | Approve that, the Board of Directors may decide, for each 1 of the issue decide accordingly with Resolution 17 and 19, to increase the number of securities to be issued in the event of a capital increase with or without preferential subscription right to shareholders, at the same price as the initial issue, within 30 days of the closing of the subscription period and up to a maximum of 15% of the initial issue; this delegation is given for a 26-month period it supersedes the amounts unused of any and all earlier delegations to the same effect | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.21 | | Authorize the Board of Directors, for the issue decided accordingly with Resolution 19, within the limit of 10% of the Company’s share capital, over a 12-month period, to set the issue price of the ordinary shares or securities to be issued, in accordance with the terms and condition determined by the shareholders’ meeting; this authorization is given for a 26-month period it supersedes the amounts unused of any and all earlier delegations to the same effect | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.22 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital, up to 10% of the share capital, by way of issuing ordinary shares of the Company or securities giving access to the capital, in consideration for the contributions in kind granted to the Company and comprised of capital securities or securities giving access to share capital; this delegation is given for a 26-month period it supersedes the amounts unused of any and all earlier delegations to the same effect | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.23 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to issue accordingly with Resolution 19, Company’s ordinary shares or securities giving access to the Company’s existing or future ordinary shares, in consideration for securities tendered in a public exchange offer initiated in France or abroad, by the Company concerning the shares of quoted Company; the amount of capital increase carried out by virtue of the present resolution shall count against the overall ceiling set forth in Resolution 17; this delegation is given for a 26-month period it supersedes the amounts unused of any and all earlier delegations to the same effect | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.24 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase on 1 or more occasions, at its sole discretion, in France or abroad, the share capital up to a maximum nominal amount of EUR 900,000,000.00, by issuance of any securities giving right to the allocation of debt securities; this delegation is given for a 26-month period it supersedes the amounts unused of any and all earlier delegations to the same effect | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.25 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase on 1 or more occasions, at its sole discretion, in favour of employees of corporate officers of the Company and related Companies, who are members of a Company Savings Plan; this delegation is given for a 26-month period and for an amount that shall not exceed 10% of the Company’s capital; the ceiling of the present delegation is autonomous and distinct and the amount of such capital increase shall neither count against the overall ceiling set forth in Resolutions 17, 18, nor the ceiling of the Resolution 15 of the shareholders’ meeting of 17 APR 2008; this delegation supersedes the fraction unused of any and all earlier delegations to the same effect; the shareholders’ meeting decides to cancel the shareholders’ preferential subscription rights in favour of the beneficiaries mentioned above | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.26 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to grant, in 1 or more transactions, to employees, corporate officers of the Company and related Companies or groups of economic interest, options giving the right either to subscribe for new shares in the Company to be issued through a share capital increase, or to purchase existing shares purchased by the Company, it being provided that the options shall not give rights to subscribe or to purchase to a number of shares, which shall exceed the legal limits; the shareholders’ meeting decides to cancel the shareholders’ preferential subscription rights in favour of the beneficiaries mentioned above; this delegation is given for a 26-month period it supersedes the fraction unused of any and all earlier delegations to the same effect | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.27 | | Amend the Article 7 of the Bylaws: Class- paying up- rights to fractions of shares, to comply with provisions governed by Article 36 of the Law 86-1067, dated 30 SEP 1986 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.28 | | Amend the Article 28 of the Bylaws: Lawsuit, related to the Lawsuits between the shareholders and the Company and, or its Directors | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.29 | | Authorize the bearer of an original, a copy or extract of the minutes of the meeting to carry out all filings, publications and other formalities prescribed by Law | | Management | | For | | For |
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WOLTERS KLUWER NV |
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Security | | ADPV09931 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 21-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | NL0000395903 | | Agenda | | 701855390 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT BLOCKING CONDITIONS FOR VOTING AT THIS GENERAL MEETING ARE RELAXED. BLOCKING PERIOD ENDS ONE DAY AFTER THE REGISTRATION DATE SET ON 30 MAR 2009. SHARES CAN BE TRADED THEREAFTER. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Opening | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2.a | | Receive the report of the Executive Board for 2008 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2.b | | Receive the report of the Supervisory Board for 2008 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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3.a | | Adopt the financial statements for 2008 as included in the annual report for 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.b | | Approve to distribute a dividend of EUR 0.65 per ordinary share in cash or, at the option of the holders of ordinary shares, in the form of ordinary shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.a | | Approve to release the Members of the Executive Board from liability for the exercise of their duties, as stipulated in Article 28 of the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.b | | Approve to release the Members of the Supervisory Board from liability for the exercise of their duties, as stipulated in Article 28 of the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.a | | Re-appoint Mr. P.N. Wakkie as a Member of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.b | | Re-appoint Mr. L.P. Forman as a Member of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.c | | Appoint Ms. B.M. Dalibard as a Member of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.a | | Grant authority to issue shares and/or grant rights to subscribe for shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.b | | Grant authority to restrict or exclude pre-emptive rights | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Authorize the Executive Board to acquire own shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Approve to instruct KPMG Accountants N.V | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Any other business | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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10. | | Closing | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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TOMRA SYS A/S |
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Security | | R91733114 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 21-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | NO0005668905 | | Agenda | | 701885191 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
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1. | | Opening of the general meeting by the Chairman of the Board of Directors; registration of attending shareholders, including shareholders represented by proxy | | Management | | Abstain | | Against |
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2. | | Elect the Chairperson of the meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Elect a person to sign the minutes of the general meeting together with the Chairman of the meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Approve the notice of the meeting and the agenda | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Receive the report by the Management on the status of the Company and the Group | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Approve the annual report and annual accounts for 2008; an ordinary dividend of NOK 0.50 per share shall be distributed; eligible for dividend for a share is the one being owner of the share by the end of 21 APR 2009; the shares will be traded on Oslo Stock Exchange excluding dividend as from 22 APR 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Approve the declaration from the Board of Directors on the fixing of salaries and other remunerations to leading personnel are duly noted; the declaration regarding remuneration in the form of shares etc. is approved as binding for the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Approve that for the period APR 2008 to APR 2009, the Members of the Board of Directors are remunerated as follows [last year’s figures in brackets]: Chairman of the Board: NOK 500,000 [720,000] External Board Members: NOK 385,000 [385,000] Internal Board Members: NOK 225,000 [225,000] Chairpersons and Members of the Compensation Committee, Audit Committee, Corporate Responsibility Committee and Nomination Committee are to be given a remuneration of NOK 45,000 [45,000] and NOK 30,000 [30,000], respectively; the Auditor’s fee for 2008 of NOK 1,000,000 for audit of Tomra Systems ASA per invoice is approved | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Re-elect Messrs. Tom Knoff, Ole Dahl and Hild Kinder as the Nomination Committee and re-elect Messrs. Svein Rennemo, Jorgen Randers, Hege M. Norheim, Bjorn M. Wiggen and Aniela Gjos as the Board Members and the Committee nominates Messrs. Svein Rennemo and Bjorn M. Wiggen as the Chairman and Deputy Chairman, respectively | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Elect the Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
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11. | | Approve the share capital of the Company is reduced by NOK 5,000,000 by cancellation of 5,000,000 treasury shares; the reduction will come into force when it is registered by the Norwegian Register of Business Enterprises; amend the entry into force the Articles of Association as follows: Section 4 the share capital is NOK 150,020,078 divided into 150,020,078 shares, each having a par value of NOK 1.00 | | Management | | For | | For |
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12. | | Authorize the Board of Directors, in accordance with the Norwegian Public Limited Liabilities Act Section 9-4, to acquire and dispose of treasury shares; [Authority remains in force until the next AGM]; the Company may acquire shares up to a total par value of NOK 10,000,000; the price paid for the share may not be less than NOK 10 or greater than NOK 100; the acquisitions shall be made on the stock exchange within a normal spread. Treasury shares may only be disposed of in order to carry out the Share Saving Program and Share Option Program for the Group’s employees, and in connection with mergers and acquisitions of companies and businesses; the authority will enter into force once it is registered by the Norwegian Register of Business Enterprises | | Management | | For | | For |
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13. | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital by up to NOK 15,000,000 by subscription of new shares; the authority may only be employed in connection with mergers and acquisitions of companies or businesses; the shareholder’s pre-emptive rights pursuant to the Norwegian Public Limited Liability Companies Act Section 10-4 may be disapplied; the authorization encompasses non-cash share contributions and the right to assume special obligations on the Company, as well as a decision on a merger; the authorization shall be valid until the next AGM in the Company; if the authorization is employed, the Board of Directors may amend Section 4 of the Articles of Association accordingly | | Management | | For | | For |
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REED ELSEVIER PLC |
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Security | | 758205207 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | RUK | | Meeting Date | | 21-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US7582052079 | | Agenda | | 933015542 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | TO RECEIVE THE COMPANY’S FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO APPROVE THE DIRECTORS’ REMUNERATION REPORT AS SET OUT IN THE REED ELSEVIER ANNUAL REPORTS AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO DECLARE A FINAL DIVIDEND FOR 2008 ON THE COMPANY’S ORDINARY SHARES | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | TO RE-APPOINT DELOITTE LLP AS AUDITORS OF THE COMPANY UNTIL THE NEXT GENERAL MEETING OF THE COMPANY AT WHICH ACCOUNTS ARE LAID | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | TO AUTHORIZE THE DIRECTORS TO FIX THE REMUNERATION OF THE AUDITORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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06 | | TO RE-ELECT IAN SMITH AS A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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07 | | TO RE-ELECT MARK ELLIOTT AS A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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08 | | TO RE-ELECT DAVID REID AS A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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09 | | TO RE-ELECT LORD SHARMAN AS A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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10 | | TO INCREASE AUTHORISED SHARE CAPITAL | | Management | | For | | For |
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11 | | AUTHORITY TO ALLOT SHARES | | Management | | For | | For |
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12 | | DISAPPLICATION OF PRE-EMPTION RIGHTS (TO BE PROPOSED AS A SPECIAL RESOLUTION) | | Management | | For | | For |
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13 | | AUTHORITY TO PURCHASE OWN SHARES (TO BE PROPOSED AS A SPECIAL RESOLUTION) | | Management | | For | | For |
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14 | | NOTICE PERIOD FOR GENERAL MEETINGS (TO BE PROPOSED AS A SPECIAL RESOLUTION) | | Management | | For | | For |
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SWISSCOM LTD. |
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Security | | 871013108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | SCMWY | | Meeting Date | | 21-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US8710131082 | | Agenda | | 933018295 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | ANNUAL REPORT, ANNUAL FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OF SWISSCOM LTD AND CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2008, REPORTS OF THE STATUTORY AUDITORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROPRIATION OF RETAINED EARNINGS AND DECLARATION OF DIVIDEND | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | DISCHARGE OF THE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND THE GROUP EXECUTIVE BOARD | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | CAPITAL REDUCTION | | Management | | For | | For |
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5A | | RE-ELECTION OF MICHEL GOBET TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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5B | | RE-ELECTION OF DR. TORSTEN G. KREINDL TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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5C | | RE-ELECTION OF RICHARD ROY TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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5D | | RE-ELECTION OF OTHMAR VOCK TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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5E | | ELECTION OF HANSUELI LOOSLI TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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06 | | RE-ELECTION OF STATUTORY AUDITORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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MUENCHENER RUECKVERSICHERUNGS-GESELLSCHAFT AKTIENG |
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Security | | D55535104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 22-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | DE0008430026 | | Agenda | | 701856671 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | Please note that shareholders must be registered in beneficial owner name to be eligible to vote at this meeting. Please note that you must check on ProxyEdge for your specific sub custodian deadline. Votes received after this specific deadline can not be processed. Broadridge will disclose the beneficial owner-information for voted accounts and blocking may apply. Please contact your client service representative for further details. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1.A | | Submission of the report of the Supervisory Board and the corporate governance report including the remuneration report for the financial year 2008 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1.B | | Submission of the adopted Company financial statements and management report for the financial year 2008, the approved consolidated financial statements and management report for the Group for the financial year 2008, and the explanatory report on the information in accordance with Sections 289 para. 4 and 315 para. 4 of the German Commercial Code | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2. | | Resolution on the appropriation of the net retained profits | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Resolution to approve the actions of the Board of Management | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Resolution to approve the actions of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Authorisation to buy back and use own shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Authorisation to buy back own shares using derivatives | | Management | | For | | For |
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7.1. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Prof. Dr. Peter Gruss | | Management | | For | | For |
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7.2. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Prof. Dr. Henning Kagermann | | Management | | For | | For |
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7.3. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Peter L scher | | Management | | For | | For |
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7.4. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Wolfgang Mayrhuber | | Management | | For | | For |
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7.5. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Prof. Karel Van Miert | | Management | | For | | For |
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7.6. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Dr. e. h. Bernd Pischetsrieder | | Management | | For | | For |
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7.7. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Anton van Rossum | | Management | | For | | For |
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7.8. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Dr. Hans-J rgen Schinzler | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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7.9. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Dr. Ron Sommer | | Management | | For | | For |
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7.10. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Dr. Thomas Wellauer | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Resolution to cancel Contingent Capital 2003 I as well as the existing authorisation for increasing the share capital under “Authorised Capital Increase 2004”, to replace this with a new authorisation “Authorised Capital Increase 2009” and to amend Article 4 of the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Resolution to amend Articles 3 (entry in the shareholder’s register) and 6 (registration for the Annual General Meeting) of the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Resolution to amend Article 7 of the Articles of Association (electronic participation in the Annual General Meeting and postal vote) | | Management | | For | | For |
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11. | | Resolution to amend Articles 12 and 13 of the Articles of Association (Supervisory Board) | | Management | | For | | For |
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WILLIS GROUP HOLDINGS LIMITED |
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Security | | G96655108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | WSH | | Meeting Date | | 22-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | BMG966551084 | | Agenda | | 933007963 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WILLIAM W. BRADLEY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOSEPH A. CALIFANO JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ANNA C. CATALANO | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: SIR ROY GARDNER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: SIR JEREMY HANLEY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBYN S. KRAVIT | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JEFFREY B. LANE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WENDY E. LANE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JAMES F. MCCANN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOSEPH J. PLUMERI | | Management | | For | | For |
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1K | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DOUGLAS B. ROBERTS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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2 | | TO REAPPOINT DELOITTE LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT AUDITOR UNTIL THE CLOSE OF THE NEXT ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING AND TO AUTHORIZE THE AUDIT COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO FIX THE INDEPENDENT AUDITORS’ REMUNERATION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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WILMINGTON TRUST CORPORATION |
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Security | | 971807102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | WL | | Meeting Date | | 22-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US9718071023 | | Agenda | | 933017368 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 TED T. CECALA | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 THOMAS L. DU PONT | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 DONALD E. FOLEY | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROVAL OF 2009 EXECUTIVE INCENTIVE PLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVAL OF 2009 LONG-TERM INCENTIVE PLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | APPROVAL OF EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION | | Management | | For | | For |
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GROUPE DANONE, PARIS |
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Security | | F12033134 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 23-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000120644 | | Agenda | | 701837823 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non- Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will-be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve the financial statements and statutory reports | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Approve the consolidated financial statements and statutory reports | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve the allocation of income and dividends of EUR 1.20 per share | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Approve the stock dividend program | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Receive the Auditors’ special report regarding related-party transactions | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.6 | | Reelect Mr. Richard Goblet D’Alviella as a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.7 | | Re-elect Mr. Christian Laubie as a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.8 | | Re-elect Mr. Jean Laurent as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.9 | | Re-elect Mr. Hakan Mogren as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.10 | | Re-elect Mr. Benoit Potier as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.11 | | Elect MR. Guylaine Saucier as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.12 | | Approve the remuneration of the Directors in the aggregate amount of EUR 600,000 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.13 | | Grant authority for the repurchase of up to 10% of issued share capital | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.14 | | Approve the creation of the Danone Eco-Systeme Fund | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.15 | | Approve to change the Company name to Danone | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.16 | | Amend the Article 7 of Bylaws regarding: authorize the share capital increase | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.17 | | Amend the Articles 10 of Association Regarding: shareholders identification | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.18 | | Amend the Article 18 of Bylaws regarding: attendance to Board meetings through videoconference and telecommunication | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.19 | | Amend the Article 22 of Bylaws regarding: Record Date | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.20 | | Amend the Article 26 of Bylaws regarding: electronic voting | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.21 | | Amend the Article 27 of Bylaws regarding: authorize the Board for the issuance of bonds | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.22 | | Amend the Articles 27 and 28 of Association regarding: quorum requirements for ordinary and extraordinary general meetings | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.23 | | Grant authority for the issuance of equity or equity-linked securities with preemptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 45 million | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.24 | | Grant authority for the issuance of equity or equity-linked securities without preemptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 30 Million | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.25 | | Authorize the Board to increase capital in the event of additional demand related to delegations submitted to shareholder vote above | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.26 | | Grant authority for the capital increase of up to EUR 25 million for future exchange offers | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.27 | | Grant authority for the capital increase of up to 10% of issued capital for future acquisitions | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.28 | | Grant authority for the capitalization of reserves of up to EUR 33 million for bonus issue or increase in par value | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.29 | | Approve the Employee Stock Purchase Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.30 | | Grant authority up to 6 million shares for use in stock option plan | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.31 | | Grant authority up to 2 million shares for use in restricted stock plan | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.32 | | Approve the reduction in share capital via cancellation of repurchased shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.33 | | Grant authority for the filing of required documents/other formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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NESTLE SA, CHAM UND VEVEY |
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Security | | H57312649 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 23-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | CH0038863350 | | Agenda | | 701860909 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | THE PRACTICE OF SHARE BLOCKING VARIES WIDELY IN THIS MARKET. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE TO OBTAIN BLOCKING INFORMATION FOR YOUR ACCOUNTS. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS THE PART II OF THE MEETING NOTICE SENT UNDER MEETING-525807, INCLUDING THE AGENDA. TO BE ELIGIBLE TO VOTE AT THE UPCOMING MEETING, YOUR SHARES MUST BE RE-REGISTERED FOR THIS MEETING. IN ADDITION, YOUR NAME MAY BE PROVIDED TO THE COMPANY REGISTRAR AS BENEFICIAL OWNER. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR GLOBAL CUSTODIAN OR YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR TO FIND OUT WHETHER YOUR SHARES HAVE BEEN RE-REGISTERED FOR THIS MEETING. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1.1 | | Receive the 2008 annual report, financial statements of Nestle SA and consolidated financial statements of the Nestle Group, reports of the statutory Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
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1.2 | | Receive the 2008 compensation report | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve to release the Members of the Board of Directors and the Management | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approve the appropriation of profits resulting from the balance sheet of Nestle S.A. and Dividends of CHF 1.40 per share | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.1.1 | | Re-elect Mr. Daniel Borel to the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.1.2 | | Re-elect Mrs. Carolina Mueller Mohl to the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.2 | | Elect KPMG S.A., Geneva branch as the Statutory Auditor for a term of 1 year | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Approve to cancel 180,000,000 repurchased under the Share Buy-back Programme launched on 24 AUG 2007 and reduce the share capital by CHF 18,000,000 | | Management | | For | | For |
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HEINEKEN N V |
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Security | | N39427211 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 23-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | NL0000009165 | | Agenda | | 701901781 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN AMENDMENT TO MEETING ID 540564 DUE TO DELETION OF RESOLUTIONS ALL VOTES RECEIVED ON THE PREVIOUS MEETING WILL BE DISREGARDED AND YOU WILL NEED TO REINSTRUCT ON THIS MEETING NOTICE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT BLOCKING CONDITIONS FOR VOTING AT THIS GENERAL MEETING ARE RELAXED AS THERE IS A REGISTRATION DEADLINE / RECORD DATE ASSOCIATED WITH THIS MEETING. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | Opening | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1.A | | Adopt the financial statements for the FY 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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1.B | | Approve the decision on the appropriation of the balance of the income statement in accordance with Article 12 paragraph 7 of the Company’s Articles of Association and the distribution of retained earnings | | Management | | For | | For |
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1.C | | Grant discharge to the Members of the Executive Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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1.D | | Grant discharge to the Members of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Amend the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.A | | Approve the extension and amendment of the authorization of the Executive Board to acquire own shares under which the maximum number of shares that may be acquired will remain limited to 10% of the issued share capital of the Company | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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3.B | | Authorize the Executive Board to issue [rights to] shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.C | | Authorize the Executive Board to restrict or exclude shareholders’ pre-emptive rights | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.A | | Re-appoint Mr. M. Das as a Member of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.B | | Re-appoint Mr. J. M. Hessels as a Member of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.C | | Appoint Mr. Ch. Navarre as a Member of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | Closing | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO CHANGE IN NUMBERING. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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NOKIA CORPORATION |
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Security | | 654902204 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | NOK | | Meeting Date | | 23-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US6549022043 | | Agenda | | 933002088 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
07 | | ADOPTION OF THE ANNUAL ACCOUNTS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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08 | | RESOLUTION ON THE USE OF THE PROFIT SHOWN ON THE BALANCE SHEET AND THE PAYMENT OF DIVIDEND. | | Management | | For | | For |
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09 | | RESOLUTION ON THE DISCHARGE OF THE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND THE PRESIDENT FROM LIABILITY. | | Management | | For | | For |
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10 | | RESOLUTION ON THE REMUNERATION OF THE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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11 | | RESOLUTION ON THE NUMBER OF MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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12 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 GEORG EHRNROOTH | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 LALITA D. GUPTE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 BENGT HOLMSTROM | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 HENNING KAGERMANN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 OLLI-PEKKA KALLASVUO | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 PER KARLSSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 JORMA OLLILA | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 MARJORIE SCARDINO | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 RISTO SIILASMAA | | | | For | | For |
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| | 10 KEIJO SUILA | | | | For | | For |
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| | 11 ISABEL MAREY-SEMPER | | | | For | | For |
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13 | | RESOLUTION ON THE REMUNERATION OF THE AUDITOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
14 | | ELECTION OF AUDITOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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15 | | AUTHORIZING THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO RESOLVE TO REPURCHASE THE COMPANY’S OWN SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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17 | | MARK THE “FOR” BOX IF YOU WISH TO INSTRUCT THE DEPOSITARY TO GIVE A PROXY TO LEENA SIIRALA OR ESA NIINIMAKI, BOTH LEGAL COUNSELS OF NOKIA CORPORATION, TO VOTE, IN THEIR DISCRETION, ON YOUR BEHALF ONLY UPON ITEM 17. | | Management | | Abstain | | |
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BECKMAN COULTER, INC. |
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Security | | 075811109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | BEC | | Meeting Date | | 23-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US0758111092 | | Agenda | | 933005717 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 PETER B. DERVAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 SCOTT GARRETT | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 SUSAN R. NOWAKOWSKI | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 GLENN S. SCHAFER | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF KPMG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | AMENDMENT OF THE COMPANY’S 2007 LONG TERM INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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CAPITAL ONE FINANCIAL CORPORATION |
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Security | | 14040H105 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | COF | | Meeting Date | | 23-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US14040H1059 | | Agenda | | 933008371 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RICHARD D. FAIRBANK | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: E.R. CAMPBELL | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: BRADFORD H. WARNER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: STANLEY WESTREICH | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF SELECTION OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS INDEPENDENT AUDITORS OF THE CORPORATION FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | APPROVAL AND ADOPTION OF CAPITAL ONE’S SECOND AMENDED AND RESTATED 2004 STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | ADVISORY APPROVAL OF CAPITAL ONE’S NAMED EXECUTIVE OFFICER COMPENSATION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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JOHNSON & JOHNSON |
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Security | | 478160104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | JNJ | | Meeting Date | | 23-Apr-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US4781601046 | | Agenda | | 933008523 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MARY SUE COLEMAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JAMES G. CULLEN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MICHAEL M.E. JOHNS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ARNOLD G. LANGBO | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: SUSAN L. LINDQUIST | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LEO F. MULLIN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WILLIAM D. PEREZ | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CHARLES PRINCE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID SATCHER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WILLIAM C. WELDON | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | ADVISORY VOTE ON EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION POLICIES AND DISCLOSURE | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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BAKER HUGHES INCORPORATED |
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Security | | 057224107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | BHI | | Meeting Date | | 23-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US0572241075 | | Agenda | | 933010491 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 LARRY D. BRADY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 CLARENCE P. CAZALOT, JR | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 CHAD C. DEATON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 EDWARD P. DJEREJIAN | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 5 ANTHONY G. FERNANDES | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 CLAIRE W. GARGALLI | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 7 PIERRE H. JUNGELS | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 8 JAMES A. LASH | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 9 J. LARRY NICHOLS | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 10 H. JOHN RILEY, JR. | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 11 CHARLES L. WATSON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE THE AMENDMENT TO THE BAKER HUGHES INCORPORATED EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL NO. 1 REGARDING CALLING SPECIAL SHAREOWNERS MEETINGS. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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DEUTSCHE LUFTHANSA AG, KOELN |
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Security | | D1908N106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 24-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | DE0008232125 | | Agenda | | 701854704 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | Please note that shareholders must be registered in beneficial owner name to be eligible to vote at this meeting. Please note that you must check on ProxyEdge for your specific sub custodian deadline. Votes received after this specific deadline can not be processed. Broadridge will disclose the beneficial owner information for voted accounts and blocking may apply. Please contact your client service representative for further details. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THESE SHARES MAY BE BLOCKED DEPENDING ON SOME SUBCUSTODIANS’ PROCESSING IN THE MARKET. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE TO OBTAIN BLOCKING INFORMATION FOR YOUR ACCOUNTS. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | AS A CONDITION OF VOTING, GERMAN MARKET REGULATIONS REQUIRE THAT YOU DISCLOSE-WHETHER YOU HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST IN THIS COMPANY. SHOULD EITHER BE THE CASE, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE SO THAT WE MAY LODGE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS ACCORDINGLY. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST, SUBMIT YOUR VOTE AS NORMAL. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Presentation of the audited financial statements, the approved consolidated financial statements, the management report for the Company and the Group for the 2008 financial year as well as the report of the Supervisory Board | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2. | | Appropriation of the distributable profit for the 2008 financial year | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3. | | Approval of Executive Board’s acts for the 2008 financial year | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4. | | Approval of Supervisory Board’s acts for the 2008 financial year | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5. | | Authorisation to purchase own shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | | | |
6. | | Creation of new Authorised Capital B for employee shares and a corresponding amendment to the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
7. | | Amendment to the Articles of Association to abolish concessionary flights for Supervisory Board members | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
8. | | Appointment of auditors for the annual financial statements in the 2009 financial year | | Management | | For | | For |
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THE PROGRESSIVE CORPORATION |
| | | |
Security | | 743315103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | PGR | | Meeting Date | | 24-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US7433151039 | | Agenda | | 933012394 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROGER N. FARAH | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: STEPHEN R. HARDIS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: NORMAN S. MATTHEWS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: BRADLEY T. SHEARES, PH.D. | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO OUR CODE OF REGULATIONS TO ESTABLISH PROCEDURES FOR SHAREHOLDERS TO MAKE PROPOSALS FOR CONSIDERATION AT OUR ANNUAL MEETINGS OF SHAREHOLDERS (OTHER THAN NOMINATIONS FOR DIRECTORS). | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO OUR CODE OF REGULATIONS TO REVISE THE EXISTING PROCEDURES RELATING TO SHAREHOLDER NOMINATIONS OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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ING GROEP N V |
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Security | | N4578E413 | | Meeting Type | | Ordinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 27-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | NL0000303600 | | Agenda | | 701852712 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN AGM. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT BLOCKING CONDITIONS FOR VOTING AT THIS GENERAL MEETING ARE RELAXED. BLOCKING PERIOD ENDS ONE DAY AFTER THE REGISTRATION DATE SET ON 30 MAR 2009. SHARES CAN BE TRADED THEREAFTER. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Opening remarks and announcements | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2.A | | Report of the Executive Board for 2008 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2.B | | Report of the Supervisory Board for 2008 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2.C | | Approve the annual accounts for 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.A | | Profit retention and Distribution Policy | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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3.B | | Approve the dividend for 2008, a total dividend of EUR 0.74 per [depositary receipt for an] ordinary share will be proposed to the general meeting, taking into account the interim dividend of EUR 0.74 paid in AUG 2008, as a result hereof no final dividend will be paid out for 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Remuneration report | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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5. | | Corporate Governance | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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6. | | Corporate Responsibility | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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7.A | | Grant discharge to the Members of the Executive Board in respect of the duties performed during the year 2008 FY, as specified in the 2008 annual accounts, the report of the Executive Board, the Corporate Governance Chapter, the chapter on Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act and the statements made in the general meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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7.B | | Grant discharge to the Members of the Supervisory Board in respect of the duties performed in the 2008 FY, as specified in the 2008 annual accounts, the report of the Supervisory Board, the Corporate governance chapter, the remuneration report and the statements made in the general meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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8.A | | Appoint of Jan Hommen as the Members of the Executive Board as of the end of the general meeting on 27 April 2009 until the end of the AGM in 2013, subject to extension or renewal | | Management | | For | | For |
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8.B | | Appoint of Mr. Patrick Flynn as the Members of the Executive Board as of the end of the general meeting on 27 April 2009 until the end of the AGM in 2013, subject to extension or renewal | | Management | | For | | For |
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9.A | | Re-appoint Mr. Godfried Van Der Lugt as the Member of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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9.B | | Appoint Mr. Tineke Bahlmann as the Member of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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9.C | | Appoint Mr. Jeroen Van Der Veer as the Member of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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9.D | | Appoint Mr. Lodewijk De Waal as the Member of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Authorize to issue ordinary, to grant the right to take up such shares and to restrict or exclude preferential rights of shareholders; [Authority expires on 27 October 2010 [subject to extension by the general meeting]]; for a total of 200,000,000 ordinary shares, plus for a total of 200,000,000 ordinary shares, only if these shares are issued in connection with the take-over of a business or a Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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11. | | Authorize the Executive Board to acquire in the name of the Company fully paid-up ordinary shares in the share capital of the Company or depositary receipts for such shares, this authorization is subject to such a maximum that the Company shall not hold more than: 10% of the issued share capital, plus 10% of the issued share capital as a result of a major capital restructuring, the authorization applies for each manner of acquisition of ownership for which the law requires an authorization like the present one, the purchase price shall not be less than 1 eurocent and not higher than the highest price at which the depositary receipts for the Company’s ordinary shares are traded on the Euronext Amsterdam by NYSE Euronext on the date on which the purchase contract is concluded or on the preceding day of stock market trading; [Authority expires on 27 OCT 2010] | | Management | | For | | For |
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12. | | Any other business and conclusion | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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HUTCHISON TELECOMMUNICATIONS INTL LTD |
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Security | | G46714104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 27-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | KYG467141043 | | Agenda | | 701860199 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT SHAREHOLDERS ARE ALLOWED TO VOTE “IN FAVOR” OR “AGAINST” FOR ALL RESOLUTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Receive the audited financial statements and the reports of the Directors and the Auditors for the YE 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.A | | Re-elect Mr. FOK Kin-ning, Canning as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.B | | Re-elect Mr. LUI Dennis Pok Man as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.C | | Re-elect Mr. Christopher John FOLL as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.D | | Re-elect Mr. KWAN Kai Cheong as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.E | | Authorize the Board of Directors to fix the Directors’ remuneration | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Re-appoint PricewaterhouseCoopers as the Auditors of the Company and authorize the Board of Directors to fix its remuneration | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.a | | Authorize the Board of Directors of the Company [the Directors], subject to this resolution, to allot, issue and otherwise deal with new shares of the Company [the Shares] and to allot, issue or grant securities convertible into shares, or options, warrants or similar rights to subscribe for any shares or such convertible securities, and to make or grant offers, agreements, options and warrants during and after the relevant period, not exceeding 20% of the aggregate nominal amount of the share capital of the Company in issue at the date of passing this resolution, otherwise than pursuant to the shares issued as a result of a rights issue, the exercise of the subscription or conversion rights attaching to any warrants or any securities convertible into shares or the exercise of the subscription rights under any option scheme or similar arrangement for the time being adopted for the grant or issue to persons such as Officers and/or employees of the Company and/or any of its subsidiaries of Shares or rights to acquire shares or any scrip dividend providing for the allotment of shares in lieu of the whole or part of a dividend on shares in accordance with the Articles of Association of the Company; [Authority expires the earlier of the conclusion of the next AGM of the Company or the expiration of the period within which the next AGM of the Company is required by the Articles of Association of the Company or any applicable Law of the Cayman Islands to be held] | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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4.b | | Authorize the Directors of the Company to purchase or repurchase on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited [the Stock Exchange], or any other stock exchange on which the securities of the Company are or may be listed and recognized by the Securities and Futures Commission of Hong Kong and the Stock Exchange for this purpose, shares including any form of depositary shares representing the right to receive such shares issued by the Company and to repurchase such securities, subject to and in accordance with all applicable laws and the requirements of the Rules Governing the Listing of Securities on the Stock Exchange or of any other stock exchange as amended from time to time during the relevant period, not exceeding 10% of the aggregate nominal amount of the share capital of the Company in issue at the date of this resolution; [Authority expires the earlier of the conclusion of the next AGM of the Company or the expiration of the period within which the next AGM of the Company is required by the Articles of Association of the Company or any applicable Law of the Cayman Islands to be held] | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.c | | Authorize the Directors, subject to the passing of Resolutions 4.A and 4.B, to add the aggregate nominal amount of the share capital of the Company which may be purchased or repurchased by the Company pursuant by Resolution 4.B, to the aggregate nominal amount of the share capital of the Company that may be allotted or issued or agreed conditionally or unconditionally to be allotted or issued by the Directors pursuant to Resolution 4.A, provided that such shares does not exceed 10% of the aggregate nominal amount of the share capital of the Company in issue at the date of this resolution | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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5. | | Approve, with effect from the conclusion of the meeting at which this resolution is passed, the proposed amendments to the 2004 Partner Share Option Plan of Partner Communications Company Limited as specified, subject to such modifications of the relevant amendments to the 2004 Partner Share Option Plan as the Directors of the Company may consider necessary, taking into account the requirements of the relevant regulatory authorities, including without limitation, The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited and authorize the Directors to do all such acts and things as may be necessary to carry out such amendments and [if any] modifications into effect | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO RECEIPT OF ACTUAL RECORD DATE. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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AMERICAN EXPRESS COMPANY |
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Security | | 025816109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | AXP | | Meeting Date | | 27-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US0258161092 | | Agenda | | 933007595 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: D.F. AKERSON | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: C. BARSHEFSKY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: U.M. BURNS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: K.I. CHENAULT | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: P. CHERNIN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: J. LESCHLY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: R.C. LEVIN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: R.A. MCGINN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: E.D. MILLER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: S.S REINEMUND | | Management | | For | | For |
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1K | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: R.D. WALTER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1L | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: R.A. WILLIAMS | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | ADVISORY (NON-BINDING) VOTE APPROVING EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL RELATING TO CUMULATIVE VOTING FOR DIRECTORS. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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05 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL RELATING TO THE CALLING OF SPECIAL SHAREHOLDER MEETINGS. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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CARREFOUR SA, PARIS |
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Security | | F13923119 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 28-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000120172 | | Agenda | | 701849979 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative-to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS COMMENT HAS BEEN DELETED. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve the financial statements and discharge Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Approve to accept the consolidated financial statements and statutory reports | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve the transaction with Mr. Jose Luis Duran regarding severance payments | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Approve the transaction with Mr. Lars Olofsson regarding severance payments | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Approve the treatment of losses and dividends of EUR 1.08 per share | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.6 | | Elect Mr. Lars Olofsson as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.7 | | Re-elect Mr. Rene Abate as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.8 | | Re-elect Mr. Nicolas Bazire as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.9 | | Re-elect Mr. Jean Martin Folz as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.10 | | Re-appoint Deloitte and Associes as the Auditor and Beas as Alternate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.11 | | Re-appoint KPMG as the Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.12 | | Ratify Mr. Bernard Perod as the Alternate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.13 | | Grant authority for the repurchase of up to 10% of issued capital | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.14 | | Approve the reduction in share capital via cancellation of repurchased shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.15 | | Grant authority for the issuance of equity or equity linked securities with preemptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 500 million | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.16 | | Grant authority for the issuance of equity or equity linked securities without preemptive rights up to an aggregate nominal amount of EUR 350 million | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.17 | | Authorize the Board to increase capital in the event of additional demand related to delegation submitted to shareholder vote above | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.18 | | Grant authority for the capitalization of reserves of up to EUR 500 million for bonus issue or increase in par value | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.19 | | Grant authority for the issued capital up to 3% for use in Stock Option Plan | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.20 | | Grant authority for the issued capital up to 0.2% for use in restricted Stock Plan | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.21 | | Approve Employee Stock Purchase Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.22 | | Approve Employee Stock Purchase Plan for international employees | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | Receive the reports of the Board of Directors and reports of the Statutory Auditors | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | Conventions referred to in Articles L.225-38 and L.225-42-1 of the Commercial Code | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO CHANGE IN MEETING DATE. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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SHIRE PLC |
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Security | | G8124V108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 28-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | JE00B2QKY057 | | Agenda | | 701873350 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Receive the Company’s accounts for the YE 31 DEC 2008 together with the Director’s report and the Auditor’s report on those accounts | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the Directors remuneration report for the YE 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Re-elect Dr. Barry Price as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Re-appoint Deloitte LLP as the Auditors of the Company to hold office from the conclusion the meeting to the conclusion of the AGM of the Company to be held in 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Authorize the Audit, Compliance & Risk Committee of the Board to determine the remuneration of the Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Authorize the Directors to allot relevant Securities [as defined in the Company’s Articles of Association] by Article 10 paragraph [B] of the company’s Articles of Association be renewed and for this purpose the authorized allotment amount shall be: [a] GBP 9,337,043 of relevant Securities; and [b] solely in connection with an allotment pursuant to an offer by way of a rights issue [as defined in the Company’s Articles of Association, but only if and to the extent that such offer is implemented by way of rights], GBP 18,674,086 of relevant securities comprising equity securities [as defined in the Company’s Articles of Association] [after deducting from such limit any relevant securities allotted under paragraph (a) above]; [Authority expires the earlier of the allotment period on 28 APR 2009 and ending on the earlier of 27 JUL 2010 or the conclusion of the AGM of the Company to be held in 2010]; and the Directors may allot relevant securities after the expiry of this authority in pursuance of such an offer or agreement made prior to such expiry | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.7 | | Authorize the Directors, subject to the passing of the previous Resolution, to allot equity securities [as defined in the Company’s Articles of Association] wholly for cash, by Article 10 paragraph (D) of the Company’s Articles of Association be renewed and for this purpose the Non pre-emptive Amount [as defined in the Company’s Articles of Association ] shall be GBP 1,400,556 of equity securities; [Authority expires the earlier of the period commencing on 28 APR 2009 and ending on the earlier of 27 JUL 2010 or the conclusion of the AGM of the Company to be held in 2010]; and the Directors may allot equity securities after the expiry of this authority in pursuance of such an offer or agreement made prior to such expiry | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.8 | | Grant authority to the market purchases | | Management | | For | | For |
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DIAGNOSTICOS DA AMER S A |
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Security | | P3589C109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 28-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | BRDASAACNOR1 | | Agenda | | 701900397 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | IMPORTANT MARKET PROCESSING REQUIREMENT: A BENEFICIAL OWNER SIGNED POWER OF ATTORNEY (POA) IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO LODGE AND EXECUTE YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MARKET. ABSENCE OF A POA, MAY CAUSE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS TO BE REJECTED. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT VOTES “IN FAVOR” AND “AGAINST” IN THE SAME AGENDA ITEM ARE NOT ALLOWED. ONLY VOTES IN FAVOR AND/OR ABSTAIN OR AGAINST AND/ OR ABSTAIN ARE ALLOWED. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT SHAREHOLDERS SUBMITTING A VOTE TO ELECT A MEMBER MUST INCLUDE THE NAME OF THE CANDIDATE TO BE ELECTED. IF INXS TO VOTE ON THIS ITEM IS RECEIVED WITHOUT A CANDIDATE’S NAME, YOUR VOTE WILL BE PROCESSED IN FAVOR OR AGAINST OF THE DEFAULT COMPANY’S CANDIDATE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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A. | | Approve the Directors Accounts, to examine, discuss and the Company’s consolidated financial statements for the FYE 31 DEC 2008, the administration reporting that in light of the results from the FY the distribution of dividends is not being proposed | | Management | | For | | For |
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B. | | Elect the Members of the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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C. | | Approve to consider the proposal of the administration aiming at the instatement of the Finance Committee on a non permanent basis to operate during the 2009 FY, approval of the draft internal regulation and election of its full and alternate Members | | Management | | For | | For |
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D. | | Approve to set the total annual remuneration for the Members of the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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DIAGNOSTICOS DA AMER S A |
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Security | | P3589C109 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 28-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | BRDASAACNOR1 | | Agenda | | 701900400 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | IMPORTANT MARKET PROCESSING REQUIREMENT: A BENEFICIAL OWNER SIGNED POWER OF ATTORNEY (POA) IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO LODGE AND EXECUTE YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MARKET. ABSENCE OF A POA, MAY CAUSE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS TO BE REJECTED. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT VOTES “IN FAVOR” AND “AGAINST” IN THE SAME AGENDA ITEM ARE NOT ALLOWED. ONLY VOTES IN FAVOR AND/OR ABSTAIN OR AGAINST AND/ OR ABSTAIN ARE ALLOWED. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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A. | | Amend the Corporate Bylaws with amendment of Articles 3, 20 inclusion of item XXX, 21 and 25 of the Corporate Bylaws, aiming respectively at the adaptation of the Corporate purpose, the inclusion of a matter in the list of powers of the Board of Directors as well as the adaptation of the positions and authorities of the Executive Committee | | Management | | For | | For |
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PACCAR INC |
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Security | | 693718108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | PCAR | | Meeting Date | | 28-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US6937181088 | | Agenda | | 933009359 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 MARK C. PIGOTT | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 WILLIAM G. REED, JR. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 WARREN R. STALEY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 CHARLES R. WILLIAMSON | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING THE ANNUAL ELECTION OF ALL DIRECTORS | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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03 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING A DIRECTOR VOTE THRESHOLD | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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FORTUNE BRANDS, INC. |
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Security | | 349631101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | FO | | Meeting Date | | 28-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US3496311016 | | Agenda | | 933010871 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 BRUCE A. CARBONARI | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 ANN F. HACKETT | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 DAVID M. THOMAS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 RONALD V. WATERS, III | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVAL OF AMENDMENTS TO THE COMPANY’S RESTATED CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION TO PROVIDE FOR THE ANNUAL ELECTION OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | IF PRESENTED, A SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL ENTITLED “ADOPT SIMPLE MAJORITY VOTE”. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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MOODY’S CORPORATION |
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Security | | 615369105 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | MCO | | Meeting Date | | 28-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US6153691059 | | Agenda | | 933012786 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: EWALD KIST | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: HENRY A. MCKINNELL, JR., PH.D. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN K. WULFF | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL TO ADOPT A POLICY THAT THE CHAIRMAN OF THE COMPANY’S BOARD OF DIRECTORS BE AN INDEPENDENT DIRECTOR. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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04 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL TO ADOPT A POLICY REQUIRING SENIOR EXECUTIVES TO RETAIN A SIGNIFICANT PERCENTAGE OF COMPANY SHARES UNTIL TWO YEARS FOLLOWING TERMINATION OF THEIR EMPLOYMENT. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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04 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL TO ADOPT A POLICY REQUIRING SENIOR EXECUTIVES TO RETAIN A SIGNIFICANT PERCENTAGE OF COMPANY SHARES UNTIL TWO YEARS FOLLOWING TERMINATION OF THEIR EMPLOYMENT. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
PERKINELMER, INC.
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Security | | 714046109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | PKI | | Meeting Date | | 28-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US7140461093 | | Agenda | | 933017407 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT F. FRIEL | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: NICHOLAS A. LOPARDO | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ALEXIS P. MICHAS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JAMES C. MULLEN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DR. VICKI L. SATO | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GABRIEL SCHMERGEL | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: KENTON J. SICCHITANO | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PATRICK J. SULLIVAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: G. ROBERT TOD | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS PERKINELMER’S INDEPENDENT AUDITORS FOR THE CURRENT FISCAL YEAR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO APPROVE THE PERKINELMER, INC. 2009 INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
FIRST NIAGARA FINANCIAL GROUP, INC.
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Security | | 33582V108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | FNFG | | Meeting Date | | 28-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US33582V1089 | | Agenda | | 933026836 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 CARL A. FLORIO | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 DAVID M. ZEBRO | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | THE NON-BINDING APPROVAL OF OUR EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION PROGRAMS AND POLICIES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | THE RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
ALLIANZ SE, MUENCHEN
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Security | | D03080112 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 29-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | DE0008404005 | | Agenda | | 701857015 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | AS A CONDITION OF VOTING, GERMAN MARKET REGULATIONS REQUIRE THAT YOU DISCLOSE WHETHER YOU HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST IN THIS COMPANY. SHOULD EITHER BE THE CASE, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE SO THAT WE MAY LODGE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS ACCORDINGLY. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST, SUBMIT YOUR VOTE AS NORMAL. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THESE SHARES MAY BE BLOCKED DEPENDING ON SOME SUBCUSTODIANS’ PROCESSING IN THE MARKET. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE TO OBTAIN BLOCKING INFORMATION FOR YOUR ACCOUNTS. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Presentation of the approved Annual Financial Statements and the approved Consolidated Financial Statements as of and for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2008, and of the Management Reports for Allianz SE and for the Group, the Explanatory Report on the information pursuant to paragraph 289 (4), paragraph 31-5 (4) of the German Commercial Code (Handelsgesetzbuch) as well as the Report of the Supervisory Board for the fiscal year 2008 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2. | | Appropriation of net earnings | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approval of the actions of the members of the Management Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Approval of the actions of the members of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | By-election to the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Authorization to acquire treasury shares for trading purposes | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Authorization to acquire and utilize treasury shares for other purposes | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Authorization to use derivatives in connection with the acquisition of treasury shares pursuant to Paragraph 71 (1) no. 8 of the German Stock Corporation Act (Aktiengesetz) | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Amendment to the Statutes in accordance with Paragraph 67 German Stock Corporation Act (Aktiengesetz) | | Management | | For | | For |
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10.A | | Other amendments to the Statutes: Cancellation of provisions regarding the first Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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10.B | | Other amendments to the Statutes: Anticipatory resolutions on the planned Law on the Implementation of the Shareholder Rights Directive (Gesetz zur Umsetzung der Aktionaersrechterichtlinie) | | Management | | For | | For |
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11. | | Approval of control and profit transfer agreement between Allianz SE and Allianz Shared Infrastructure Services SE | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | COUNTER PROPOSALS HAVE BEEN RECEIVED FOR THIS MEETING. A LINK TO THE COUNTER PROPOSAL INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE IN THE MATERIAL URL SECTION OF THE APPLICATION. IF YOU WISH TO ACT ON THESE ITEMS, YOU WILL NEED TO REQUEST A MEETING ATTEND AND VOTE YOUR SHARES AT THE COMPANYS MEETING. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
COMPANHIA DE SANEAMENTO BASICO DO ESTADO DE SAO PA
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Security | | P8228H104 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 29-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | BRSBSPACNOR5 | | Agenda | | 701872144 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | IMPORTANT MARKET PROCESSING REQUIREMENT: A BENEFICIAL OWNER SIGNED POWER OF ATTORNEY (POA) IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO LODGE AND EXECUTE YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MARKET. ABSENCE OF A POA, MAY CAUSE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS TO BE REJECTED. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT VOTES ‘IN FAVOR’ AND “AGAINST” IN THE SAME AGENDA ITEM ARE NOT ALLOWED. ONLY VOTES IN FAVOR AND/OR ABSTAIN OR AGAINST AND/ OR ABSTAIN ARE ALLOWED. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Ratify the codec option number 200.2008, which deals with the annual leave of the Executive officers of the Companies controlled by the government | | Management | | | | |
COMPANHIA DE SANEAMENTO BASICO DO ESTADO DE SAO PA
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Security | | P8228H104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 29-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | BRSBSPACNOR5 | | Agenda | | 701872168 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | IMPORTANT MARKET PROCESSING REQUIREMENT: A BENEFICIAL OWNER SIGNED POWER OF ATTORNEY (POA) IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO LODGE AND EXECUTE YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MARKET. ABSENCE OF A POA, MAY CAUSE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS TO BE REJECTED. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT VOTES ‘IN FAVOR’ AND “AGAINST” IN THE SAME AGENDA ITEM ARE NOT ALLOWED. ONLY VOTES IN FAVOR AND/OR ABSTAIN OR AGAINST AND/ OR ABSTAIN ARE ALLOWED. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT SHAREHOLDERS SUBMITTING A VOTE TO ELECT A MEMBER MUST INCLUDE THE NAME OF THE CANDIDATE TO BE ELECTED. IF INSTRUCTIONS TO VOTE ON THIS ITEM IS RECEIVED WITHOUT A CANDIDATE’S NAME, YOUR VOTE WILL BE PROCESSED IN FAVOR OR AGAINST OF THE DEFAULT COMPANY’S CANDIDATE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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I. | | Approve to take cognizance of the accounts of the Administrators and financial statements accompanied by the opinions of the finance committee and External Auditors, relating to the 2008 FY, in accordance with the report of the Administration, the balance sheet and corresponding explanatory notes | | Management | | | | |
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II. | | Approve the destination of the YE results of 2008 | | Management | | | | |
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III. | | Elect the Members of the Finance Committee | | Management | | | | |
COMPAGNIE GENERALE DE GEOPHYSIQUE - VERITAS, MASSY
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Security | | F2349S108 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 29-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000120164 | | Agenda | | 701904357 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | “French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative” | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN AMENDMENT TO MEETING ID 547246 DUE TO ADDITION OF RESOLUTIONS. ALL VOTES RECEIVED ON THE PREVIOUS MEETING WILL BE DISREGARDED AND YOU WILL NEED TO REINSTRUCT ON THIS MEETING NOTICE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve the Company’s financial statements for the YE in 2008, as presented, showing a loss of EUR 100,564,482.76 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Approve to record the loss for the year of EUR 100,564,482.76 as a deficit in retained earnings; following this appropriation, the retained earnings account will show a new debit balance of EUR 103,041,697.06; accordance with the regulations in force, the shareholders’ meeting recalls that no dividend was paid for the previous 3 FY | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve the consolidated financial statements for the said FY, in the form presented to the meeting, a net consolidated income of EUR 340,000,000.00 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Approve to renew the appointment of Mr. Yves Lesage as a Director for a 4 year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.5 | | Appoint Mr. Anders Farestveit as a Director for a 4 year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.6 | | Approve to award total annual fees of EUR 640,000.00 to the Directors | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.7 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to trade in the Company’s shares on the stock market, subject to the conditions described below: maximum purchase price: EUR 40.00, maximum number of shares to be acquired: 10% of the share capital, IE 14,976,235 shares, maximum funds invested in the share buybacks: EUR 599,049,400; [Authority is given for a 18 month period]; the number of shares acquired by the Company with a view to the retention or their subsequent delivery in payment or exchange as part of a merger, divestment or capital contribution cannot exceed 5% of its capital, to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities, this authorization supersedes the amounts unused of the authorization granted by the shareholder’s meeting of 29 APR 2008 in its Resolution 7 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.8 | | Approve, the special report of the Auditors on agreements governed by Article L.225.38 of the French Commercial Code, the said report and the agreements referred to therein | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.9 | | Approve, in accordance with the Articles L.225-38 and L.25-42-1 of the French Commercial Code, the regulated agreement between the Company and Mr. Robert Brunck, the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Company as mentioned in said report and regarding: the special breach indemnity to be paid when Mr. Robert Brunch’s contract of employment is broken, in the frame of a constraint departure linked to a modification of control or strategy; the total amount of the special breach indemnity can not exceed the limit of 200% of the reference’s annual remuneration; the possibility to exercise forward the options giving right to subscribe shares held by Mr. Robert Brunck, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Company when his contract of employment is broken in the frame of a constraint departure | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.10 | | Approve, in accordance with the Articles L.225-38 and L.25-42-1 of the French Commercial Code, the regulated agreement between the Company and Mr. Thierry Le Roux, Executive Vice President of the Company as mentioned in said report and regarding: the special breach indemnity to be paid when Mr. Thierry Le Roux’s contract of employment is broken, in the frame of a constraint departure linked to a modification of control or strategy; the total amount of the special breach indemnity can not exceed the limit of 200% of the reference’s annual remuneration; the possibility to exercise forward the options giving right to subscribe shares held by Mr. Thierry Le Roux, Executive Vice President when his contract of employment is broken in the frame of a constraint departure | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.11 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the capital, on 1 or more occasions, in France or abroad, by issuance, with preferred subscription rights maintained, of shares or any securities giving access to the share capital;[Authority is granted for a 26-period]; the global nominal amount of the capital increases to be carried out under this delegation of authority shall not exceed EUR 30,000,000,.00 I.E. 75,000,000 ordinary new shares; the nominal amount of debt securities issued shall not exceed EUR 600,000,000.00; to charge the share issuance costs against the related premiums and deduct from the premiums the amounts necessary to raise the legal reserve to one tenth of the new capital after each increase; this authorization on supersedes the authorization granted by the shareholders’ meeting of 24 APR 2008 in its Resolution 11 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.12 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the capital, on 1 or more occasions, in France or abroad, by a maximum nominal amount of EUR 9,000,000.00 I.E. 22,500,000 shares by issuance, without preferred subscription right, of shares or securities giving access to the share capital; these securities may be issued in consideration for securities tendered in a public exchange offer initiated the Company; this amount of capital increase to be carried out shall count against the overall value set forth in Resolution 11; [Authority is granted for a 26-month period]; to charge the share issuance costs against the related premiums and deduct from the premiums the amounts necessary to raise the legal reserve to one tenth of the new capital after each increase; this authorization on supersedes the authorization granted by the shareholders’ meeting of 29 APR 2008 in its Resolution 12 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.13 | | Authorize the Board of Directors, for each of the issues decided in the Resolution 12, when the preferential subscription right is cancelled, to set the issue price up to a limit of 10% of the amount of capita increase shall count against the ceiling set forth in Resolution 12 and the overall value set forth in Resolution 11; [Authority is given for a 26-month period]; this delegation supersedes this authorization granted by the shareholders’ meeting of 29 APR 2008 in its Resolution 13 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.14 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the number of securities to be issued for each of the issues decided in Resolution 11 and 12, at the same price as the initial issue, within 30 days of the closing of the subscription period and up to a maximum of 15% of the initial issue; [Authority is granted for a 26-month period]; this delegation supersedes authorization granted by the shareholder’s meeting of 29 APR 2008 in its Resolution 14 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.15 | | Authorize the Board of Directors in order to increase the share capital, in 1 or more occasions, by a maximum nominal amount of EUR 10,000,000.00 by way of capitalizing reserves, profits, premiums, by issuing bonus shares or raising the par value of existing shares; this amount shall count against the overall value set forth in Resolution 11; [Authority is given for a 26-month period]; this delegation supersedes the authorization granted by the shareholder’s meeting of 29 APR 2008 in its Resolution 15 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.16 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital, up to 10% of the share capital, in consideration for the contributions in kind granted to the Company and comprised of capital securities giving access to share capital; the amount to capital increases which may be carried out shall count forth in Resolution 12; [Authority is granted for a 26-month period]; and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; this delegation supersedes the authorization granted by the shareholder’s meeting of 29 APR 2008 in its Resolution 16 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.17 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital, on 1 or more occasions, at its sole discretion, in favor of employees’ Company of the French or Foreign Companies and related Companies who are Members of a Company savings Plan; [Authority is given for a 26-month period] and for a nominal amount that shall not exceed EUR 2,500,000.00 this amount shall count against the overall value set forth in Resolution 11; and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities, this authorization supersedes the authorization granted by the shareholder’s meeting of 29 APR 2008 in its Resolution 17 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.18 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to reduce the share capital, one 1 or more occasions, by canceling all or part of the shares held by the Company in connection with a Stock Repurchase Plan, up to a maximum of 10% of the share capital over a 24-month period; [Authority is given for a 18-month period]; and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; this authorization supersedes the authorization granted by the shareholder’s meeting of 29 APR 2008 in its Resolution 20 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.19 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to issuer, on 1 or more occasions, in France or abroad, up to maximum amount of EUR 600,000,000.00, securities given right to the allocation of debt securities; this amount shall count against the overall value set forth in Resolution 11; [Authority is granted for a 26-month period]; this authorization supersedes the authorization granted by the shareholder’s meeting of 29 APR 2008 in its Resolution 22 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.20 | | Grant full powers to the bearer of an original, a copy or extract of the minutes of this meeting to carry out all filings, publications and other formalities prescribed By Law | | Management | | For | | For |
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A. | | Approve the resolutions on the allocation of free shares and stock options for the Employees and Corporate Managers will have a validity of 1 year | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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B. | | Approve to distribute more precise information in regards to shares and stock options proposed for the allocation to employees and some corporate managers, as well as for the total amount allocated to specific beneficiaries | | Management | | For | | For |
TCF FINANCIAL CORPORATION
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Security | | 872275102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | TCB | | Meeting Date | | 29-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US8722751026 | | Agenda | | 933010807 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 WILLIAM F. BIEBER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 THEODORE J. BIGOS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 WILLIAM A. COOPER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 THOMAS A. CUSICK | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 GREGORY J. PULLES | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 GERALD A. SCHWALBACH | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 DOUGLAS A. SCOVANNER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 BARRY N. WINSLOW | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RE-APPROVE THE TCF PERFORMANCE-BASED COMPENSATION POLICY | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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03 | | APPROVE AN INCREASE IN AUTHORIZED SHARES UNDER THE TCF FINANCIAL INCENTIVE STOCK PROGRAM | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | RE-APPROVE THE PERFORMANCE-BASED GOALS UNDER THE TCF FINANCIAL INCENTIVE STOCK PROGRAM | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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05 | | APPROVE, IN AN ADVISORY (NON-BINDING) VOTE, THE COMPENSATION OF EXECUTIVES DISCLOSED IN THE PROXY STATEMENT | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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06 | | ADVISORY VOTE ON THE APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS FOR 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
BROWN & BROWN, INC.
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Security | | 115236101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | BRO | | Meeting Date | | 29-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US1152361010 | | Agenda | | 933013764 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 J. HYATT BROWN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 SAMUEL P. BELL, III | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 HUGH M. BROWN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 J. POWELL BROWN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 BRADLEY CURREY, JR. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 JIM W. HENDERSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 THEODORE J. HOEPNER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 TONI JENNINGS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 WENDELL S. REILLY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 10 JOHN R. RIEDMAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 11 JAN E. SMITH | | | | For | | For |
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| | 12 CHILTON D. VARNER | | | | For | | For |
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2 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE, LLP AS BROWN & BROWN, INC.’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
CEPHEID
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Security | | 15670R107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | CPHD | | Meeting Date | | 29-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US15670R1077 | | Agenda | | 933014285 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 JOHN L. BISHOP | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 THOMAS D. BROWN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 DEAN O. MORTON | | | | For | | For |
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2 | | TO AMEND CEPHEID’S 2000 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF SHARES AVAILABLE THEREUNDER. | | Management | | For | | For |
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3 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM OF CEPHEID FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
THE MCGRAW-HILL COMPANIES, INC.
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Security | | 580645109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | MHP | | Meeting Date | | 29-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US5806451093 | | Agenda | | 933015174 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 SIR MICHAEL RAKE | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 2 KURT L. SCHMOKE | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 3 SIDNEY TAUREL | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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02 | | VOTE TO REAPPROVE PERFORMANCE GOALS UNDER OUR 2002 STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | VOTE TO RATIFY ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REQUESTING ELECTION OF EACH DIRECTOR ANNUALLY. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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05 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REQUESTING ADOPTION OF SIMPLE MAJORITY VOTE. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
| | | | |
06 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REQUESTING PUBLIC DISCLOSURE OF CORPORATE POLICIES AND PROCEDURES REGARDING POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS AND THE AMOUNT OF SUCH CONTRIBUTIONS. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
| | | | |
07 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REQUESTING ELECTION OF DIRECTORS BY MAJORITY VOTE. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
| | | | |
08 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REQUESTING ADOPTION OF POLICY REQUIRING CHAIRMAN TO BE INDEPENDENT DIRECTOR WHO HAS NOT PREVIOUSLY SERVED AS AN EXECUTIVE OFFICER OF THE COMPANY. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
NORBORD INC.
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Security | | 65548P106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual and Special Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | NBDFF | | Meeting Date | | 29-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | CA65548P1062 | | Agenda | | 933022080 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 JACK L. COCKWELL | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 2 DIAN N. COHEN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 PIERRE DUPUIS | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 GORDON E. FORWARD | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 DOMINIC GAMMIERO | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 6 ROBERT J. HARDING | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 7 NEVILLE W. KIRCHMANN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 8 MARGOT E. NORTHEY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 J. BARRIE SHINETON | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | THE APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS AUDITORS OF THE CORPORATION AND AUTHORIZING THE DIRECTORS TO FIX THEIR REMUNERATION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | AN ORDINARY RESOLUTION APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE NORBORD INC. STOCK OPTION PLAN TO INCREASE THE MAXIMUM NUMBER OF COMMON SHARES THAT MAY BE ISSUED THEREUNDER FROM 10 MILLION TO 20 MILLION. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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04 | | A SPECIAL RESOLUTION APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CORPORATION’S RESTATED ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION TO CONSOLIDATE ITS ISSUED AND OUTSTANDING COMMON SHARES ON THE BASIS OF ONE POST-CONSOLIDATED COMMON SHARE FOR EACH 10 PRE-CONSOLIDATED COMMON SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
EMBRAER-EMPRESA BRASILEIRA
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Security | | 29081M102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | ERJ | | Meeting Date | | 29-Apr-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US29081M1027 | | Agenda | | 933050596 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | EXAMINE, DISCUSS AND VOTE FOR THE APPROVAL OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS PRESENTED BY THE MANAGEMENT IN CONNECTION WITH THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED IN DECEMBER 31, 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | ALLOCATION OF NET PROFITS RECORDED IN THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | ELECTION OF THE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS FOR THE PERIOD OF 2009/2011 AND THE NOMINATION OF ITS CHAIRMAN AND VICE CHAIRMAN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | ELECTION OF THE MEMBERS OF THE FISCAL BOARD FOR THE PERIOD OF 2009/2010 AND DESIGNATION OF ITS CHAIRMAN, VICE CHAIRMAN AND FINANCIAL EXPERT | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
05 | | SETTING OF THE ANNUAL AMOUNT FOR DISTRIBUTION AMONG THE MANAGEMENT (EXECUTIVE OFFICERS, DIRECTORS AND MEMBERS OF THE COMMITTEES OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS) OF THE COMPANY | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
06 | | SET THE COMPENSATION OF THE MEMBERS OF THE FISCAL BOARD | | Management | | For | | For |
ASTRAZENECA PLC, LONDON
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Security | | G0593M107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 30-Apr-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | GB0009895292 | | Agenda | | 701834839 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT SHAREHOLDERS ARE ALLOWED TO VOTE “IN FAVOR” OR “AGAINST” FOR BELOW RESOLUTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Receive the Company’s accounts and the reports of the Directors and the Auditor for the YE 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve to confirm the first interim dividend of USD 0.55 [27.8 pence, 3.34 SEK] per ordinary share and confirm the final dividend for 2008, the second interim dividend of USD 1.50 [104.8 pence, SEK 12.02] per ordinary share | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3. | | Re-appoint KPMG Audit Plc, London as the Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4. | | Authorize the Directors to agree the remuneration of the Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5.A | | Elect Mr. Louis Schweitzer as a Director in accordance with Article 65 of the Company’s Articles of Association, who will retire at the AGM in 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5.B | | Elect Mr. David Brennan as a Director in accordance with Article 65 of the Company’s Articles of Association, who will retire at the AGM in 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5.C | | Elect Mr. Simon Lowth as a Director in accordance with Article 65 of the Company’s Articles of Association, who will retire at the AGM in 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5.D | | Elect Mr. Bo Angelin as a Director in accordance with Article 65 of the Company’s Articles of Association, who will retire at the AGM in 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5.E | | Elect Mr. John Buchanan as a Director in accordance with Article 65 of the Company’s Articles of Association, who will retire at the AGM in 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5.F | | Elect Mr. Jean Philippe Courtois as a Director in accordance with Article 65 of the Company’s Articles of Association, who will retire at the AGM in 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | | | |
5.G | | Elect Mr. Jane Henney as a Director in accordance with Article 65 of the Company’s Articles of Association, who will retire at the AGM in 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5.H | | Elect Mr. Michele Hooper as a Director in accordance with Article 65 of the Company’s Articles of Association, who will retire at the AGM in 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5.I | | Elect Mr. Rudy Markham as a Director in accordance with Article 65 of the Company’s Articles of Association, who will retire at the AGM in 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5.J | | Elect Ms. Dame Nancy Rothwell as a Director in accordance with Article 65 of the Company’s Articles of Association, who will retire at the AGM in 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5.K | | Elect Ms. John Varley as a Director in accordance with Article 65 of the Company’s Articles of Association, who will retire at the AGM in 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5.L | | Elect Mr. Marcus Wallenberg as a Director in accordance with Article 65 of the Company’s Articles of Association, who will retire at the AGM in 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
6. | | Approve the Directors’ remuneration report for the YE 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
7. | | Authorize the Company and make donations to Political Parties to make donations to Political Organizations other than political parties; and incur political expenditure during the period commencing on the date of this resolution and ending on the date the of the Company’s AGM, provided that in each case any such donation and expenditure made by the Company or by any such subsidiary shall not exceed USD 250,000 per Company and together with those made by any subsidiary and the Company shall not exceed in aggregate USD 250,000, as specified | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Authorize the Director to allot new shares by Article 7.1 of the Company’s Article of Association renewed by the period commencing on the date of the AGM of the Company in 2010 or, if earlier, on 30 JUN 2010, and such period the Section 80 amount shall be USD 120,636,176 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
S.9 | | To Authorise the directors to disapply pre-emption rights. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
S.10 | | Authorize the Company for the purpose of Section 166 of the Companies Act 1985, to make market purchases [Section 163 of the Companies Act 1985] of ordinary shares of USD 0.25 each in the capital of the Company provided that: the maximum number of shares which may be purchased is 144,763,412 the minimum price [exclusive of expenses] which may be paid for share is USD 0.25 the maximum price which may be paid for a share is an amount equal to 105% of the average of the middle market values of the Company’s ordinary shares as derived from the daily official list of the London Stock Exchange for the 5 business days immediately preceding the day on which such share is contracted to be purchased [authority expires the earlier of the conclusion of the AGM of the Company in 2010 or 30 JUN 2010]; except in relation to the purchase of shares the contract for which was concluded before the expiry of such authority and which might be executed wholly or partly after such expiry | | Management | | For | | For |
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AXA SA, PARIS |
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Security | | F06106102 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 30-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000120628 | | Agenda | | 701870710 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN AMENDMENT TO MEETING ID 504193 DUE TO ADDITION OF RESOLUTIONS. ALL VOTES RECEIVED ON THE PREVIOUS MEETING WILL BE DISREGARDED AND YOU WILL NEED TO REINSTRUCT ON THIS MEETING NOTICE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve the financial statements and statutory reports | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.2 | | Approve to accept the consolidated financial statements and statutory reports | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.3 | | Approve the allocation of income and dividends of EUR 0.40 per share | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | | | |
O.4 | | Approve the Auditors’ special report regarding related-party transactions | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.5 | | Re-elect Mr. Jacques de Chateauvieux as the Supervisory Board Member | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.6 | | Re-elect Mr. Anthony Hamilton as a Supervisory Board Member | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.7 | | Re-elect Mr. Michel Pebereau as a Supervisory Board Member | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
O.8 | | Re-elect Mr. Dominique Reiniche as a Supervisory Board Member | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.9 | | Elect Mr. Ramon de Oliveira as a Supervisory Board Member | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.10 | | Grant authority to the repurchase of up to 10 % of issued share capital | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
E.11 | | Grant authority to the capitalization of reserves of up to EUR 1 billion for bonus issue or increase in par value | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
E.12 | | Grant authority to the issuance of equity or equity-linked securities with preemptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 2 billion | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
E.13 | | Grant authority to the issuance of equity or equity-linked securities without preemptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 1 billion | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
E.14 | | Authorize the Board to set issue price for 10 % of issued capital pursuant to issue authority without preemptive rights | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
E.15 | | Authorize the Board to increase capital in the event of additional demand related to delegation submitted to shareholder vote items 12 to 14 and 16 to 18 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
E.16 | | Grant authority to the capital increase of up to EUR 1 billion for future exchange offers | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
E.17 | | Grant authority to the capital increase of up to 10 % of issued capital for future acquisitions | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
E.18 | | Grant authority to the issuance of equity upon conversion of a subsidiary’s equity-linked securities for up to EUR 1 billion | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
E.19 | | Approve the issuance of securities convertible into debt | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
E.20 | | Approve the Employee Stock Purchase Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
E.21 | | Approve the Stock Purchase Plan reserved for employees of international subsidiaries | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
E.22 | | Approve the reduction in share capital via cancellation of repurchased shares | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
E.23 | | Grant authority to the issuance of preferred stock in favor of Axa Assurances IARD Mutuelle and Axa Assurances Vie Mutuelle for up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 1 billion | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
E.24 | | Grant authority to the issuance of preferred stock with preemptive rights for up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 1 billion | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
E.25 | | Grant authority to the issuance of preferred stock without preemptive rights for up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 1 billion | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
E.26 | | Adopt the new Articles of Association, pursuant to items 23 through 25 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
E.27 | | Grant authority to the filing of required documents/other formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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REDECARD S A |
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Security | | P79941103 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 30-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | BRRDCDACNOR3 | | Agenda | | 701908381 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | IMPORTANT MARKET PROCESSING REQUIREMENT: A BENEFICIAL OWNER SIGNED POWER OF ATTORNEY (POA) IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO LODGE AND EXECUTE YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MARKET. ABSENCE OF A POA, MAY CAUSE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS TO BE REJECTED. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT VOTES ‘IN FAVOR’ AND “AGAINST” IN THE SAME AGENDA ITEM ARE NOT ALLOWED. ONLY VOTES IN FAVOR AND/OR ABSTAIN OR AGAINST AND/ OR ABSTAIN ARE ALLOWED. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
1. | | Amend the Articles regarding creation of statutory Earnings reserve | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2. | | Amend the Articles regarding the require that financial transactions be approved by Board | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3. | | Amend the Articles 3, 6, 7, 8, 9, 11, 12, 13, 14, 16, 22 and 30 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4. | | Amend the Articles regarding the Executive Officer Board | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5. | | Approve to delete Sub-Section 5 of Article 27, Article 31, and Article 43 | | Management | | For | | For |
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JANUS CAPITAL GROUP INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 47102X105 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | JNS | | Meeting Date | | 30-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US47102X1054 | | Agenda | | 933011063 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: STEVEN L. SCHEID (CHAIRMAN) | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: TIMOTHY K. ARMOUR | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: J. RICHARD FREDERICKS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LAWRENCE E. KOCHARD | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LANDON H. ROWLAND | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS INDEPENDENT AUDITOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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TORCHMARK CORPORATION |
| | | |
Security | | 891027104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | TMK | | Meeting Date | | 30-Apr-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US8910271043 | | Agenda | | 933016241 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 DAVID L. BOREN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 M. JANE BUCHAN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 ROBERT W. INGRAM | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 PAUL J. ZUCCONI | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF AUDITORS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | AMENDMENT OF BY-LAWS TO PROVIDE FOR MAJORITY VOTING FOR DIRECTORS AND ADVANCE NOTICE | | Management | | For | | For |
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J.B. HUNT TRANSPORT SERVICES, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 445658107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | JBHT | | Meeting Date | | 30-Apr-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US4456581077 | | Agenda | | 933017445 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 SHARILYN S. GASAWAY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 COLEMAN H. PETERSON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 JAMES L. ROBO | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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ASTRAZENECA PLC |
| | | |
Security | | 046353108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | AZN | | Meeting Date | | 30-Apr-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US0463531089 | | Agenda | | 933020593 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | TO RECEIVE THE COMPANY’S ACCOUNTS AND THE REPORTS OF THE DIRECTORS AND AUDITOR FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | TO CONFIRM DIVIDENDS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | TO RE-APPOINT KPMG AUDIT PLC, LONDON AS AUDITOR | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | TO AUTHORISE THE DIRECTORS TO AGREE THE REMUNERATION OF THE AUDITOR | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LOUIS SCHWEITZER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID BRENNAN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: SIMON LOWTH | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: BO ANGELIN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN BUCHANAN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JEAN-PHILIPPE COURTOIS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JANE HENNEY | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MICHELE HOOPER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RUDY MARKHAM | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAME NANCY ROTHWELL | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | | | |
5K | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN VARLEY | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5L | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MARCUS WALLENBERG | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
06 | | TO APPROVE THE DIRECTORS’ REMUNERATION REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
07 | | TO AUTHORISE LIMITED EU POLITICAL DONATIONS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
08 | | TO AUTHORISE THE DIRECTORS TO ALLOT UNISSUED SHARES | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
09 | | TO AUTHORISE THE DIRECTORS TO DISAPPLY PRE-EMPTION RIGHTS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
10 | | TO AUTHORISE THE COMPANY TO PURCHASE ITS OWN SHARES | | Management | | For | | For |
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ALLERGAN, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 018490102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | AGN | | Meeting Date | | 30-Apr-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US0184901025 | | Agenda | | 933026812 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: HERBERT W. BOYER, PH.D. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT A. INGRAM | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID E.I. PYOTT | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RUSSELL T. RAY | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | TO APPROVE A STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING ADDITIONAL ANIMAL TESTING DISCLOSURE. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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CALGON CARBON CORPORATION |
| | | |
Security | | 129603106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | CCC | | Meeting Date | | 30-Apr-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US1296031065 | | Agenda | | 933032411 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 WILLIAM R. NEWLIN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 JOHN S. STANIK | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 WILLIAM J. LYONS | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS INDEPENDENT AUDITORS FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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GRUPO TELEVISA, S.A.B. |
| | | |
Security | | 40049J206 | | Meeting Type | | Special |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | TV | | Meeting Date | | 30-Apr-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US40049J2069 | | Agenda | | 933059366 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
I | | APPOINTMENT OR RATIFICATION, AS THE CASE MAY BE, OF THE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO BE APPOINTED AT THIS MEETING PURSUANT TO ARTICLES TWENTY SIXTH, TWENTY SEVENTH AND OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES OF THE CORPORATE BY-LAWS. | | Management | | For | | |
| | | | |
II | | APPOINTMENT OF DELEGATES TO CARRY OUT AND FORMALIZE THE RESOLUTIONS ADOPTED AT THIS MEETING. | | Management | | For | | |
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GRUPO TELEVISA, S.A.B. |
| | | |
Security | | 40049J206 | | Meeting Type | | Special |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | TV | | Meeting Date | | 30-Apr-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US40049J2069 | | Agenda | | 933061373 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
S1 | | APPOINTMENT OR RATIFICATION, AS THE CASE MAY BE, OF THE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO BE APPOINTED AT THIS MEETING. | | Management | | | | |
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S2 | | APPOINTMENT OF DELEGATES TO CARRY OUT AND FORMALIZE THE RESOLUTIONS ADOPTED AT THIS MEETING. | | Management | | | | |
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O1 | | PRESENTATION AND, IN ITS CASE, APPROVAL OF THE REPORTS REFERRED TO IN ARTICLE 28, PARAGRAPH IV OF THE SECURITIES MARKET LAW. | | Management | | | | |
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O2 | | PRESENTATION OF THE REPORT REGARDING CERTAIN FISCAL OBLIGATIONS OF COMPANY, ALL AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE PROXY STATEMENT. | | Management | | | | |
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O3 | | RESOLUTION REGARDING THE ALLOCATION OF FINAL RESULTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED ON DECEMBER 31, 2008. | | Management | | | | |
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O4 | | RESOLUTION (I) AMOUNT MAY BE ALLOCATED TO REPURCHASE SHARES PURSUANT TO ARTICLE 56, (II) PRESENTATION OF REPORT ON POLICIES. | | Management | | | | |
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O5 | | APPOINTMENT OR RATIFICATION, OF THE MEMBERS THAT SHALL CONFORM BOARD, SECRETARY, ALTERNATIVE SECRETARIES AND OFFICERS. | | Management | | | | |
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O6 | | APPOINTMENT OR RATIFICATION, AS THE CASE MAY BE, OF MEMBERS THAT SHALL CONFORM THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE. | | Management | | | | |
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O7 | | APPOINTMENT OR RATIFICATION, AS THE CASE MAY BE, OF THE CHAIRMAN OF THE AUDIT COMMITTEE AND OF THE CHAIRMAN OF THE COMMITTEE. | | Management | | | | |
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O8 | | COMPENSATION TO MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS, OF EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE, ALL AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE PROXY STATEMENT. | | Management | | | | |
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O9 | | APPOINTMENT OF DELEGATES WHO WILL CARRY OUT AND FORMALIZE THE RESOLUTIONS ADOPTED AT THIS MEETING. | | Management | | | | |
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E1 | | RESOLUTION REGARDING THE CANCELLATION OF SHARES AND THE RESULTING DECREASE OF THE CAPITAL STOCK. | | Management | | | | |
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E2 | | APPOINTMENT OF DELEGATES WHO WILL CARRY OUT AND FORMALIZE THE RESOLUTIONS ADOPTED AT THIS MEETING. | | Management | | | | |
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ZIMMER HOLDINGS, INC. |
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Security | | 98956P102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ZMH | | Meeting Date | | 04-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US98956P1021 | | Agenda | | 933017091 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: BETSY J. BERNARD | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MARC N. CASPER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID C. DVORAK | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT A. HAGEMANN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ARTHUR J. HIGGINS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CECIL B. PICKETT, PH.D. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: AUGUSTUS A. WHITE, III, M.D., PH.D. | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF APPOINTMENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVAL OF THE 2009 STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | APPROVAL OF AN EXTENSION OF THE STOCK PLAN FOR NON-EMPLOYEE DIRECTORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | APPROVAL OF AN EXTENSION OF THE RESTATED DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN FOR NON-EMPLOYEE DIRECTORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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ABB LTD |
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Security | | 000375204 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ABB | | Meeting Date | | 05-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US0003752047 | | Agenda | | 933058059 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
2A | | APPROVAL OF THE ANNUAL REPORT, THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS, AND THE ANNUAL FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
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2B | | CONSULATIVE VOTE ON THE 2008 REMUNERATION REPORT. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | DISCHARGE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND THE PERSONS ENTRUSTED WITH MANAGEMENT. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | APPROPRIATION OF AVAILABLE EARNINGS AND RELEASE OF LEGAL RESERVES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | RENEWAL OF AUTHORIZED SHARE CAPITAL. | | Management | | For | | For |
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06 | | CAPITAL REDUCTION THROUGH NOMINAL VALUE REPAYMENT. | | Management | | For | | For |
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07 | | AMENDMENT TO THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION RELATED TO THE CAPITAL REDUCTION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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8A | | ELECTIONS TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTOR: HUBERTUS VON GRUNBERG, GERMAN, RE-ELECT AS DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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8B | | ELECTIONS TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTOR: ROGER AGNELLI, BRAZILIAN, RE-ELECT AS DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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8C | | ELECTIONS TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTOR: LOUIS R. HUGHES, AMERICAN, RE-ELECT AS DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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8D | | ELECTIONS TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTOR: HANS ULRICH MARKI, SWISS, RE-ELECT AS DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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8E | | ELECTIONS TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTOR: MICHEL DE ROSEN, FRENCH, RE-ELECT AS DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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8F | | ELECTIONS TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTOR: MICHAEL TRESCHOW, SWEDISH, RE-ELECT AS DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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8G | | ELECTIONS TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTOR: BERND W. VOSS, GERMAN, RE-ELECT AS DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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8H | | ELECTIONS TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTOR: JACOB WALLENBERG, SWEDISH, RE-ELECT AS DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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09 | | ELECTION OF THE AUDITORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.ON AKTIENGESELLSCHAFT EON, DUESSELDORF | | |
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Security | | D24914133 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 06-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | DE000ENAG999 | | Agenda | | 701852914 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | AS A CONDITION OF VOTING, GERMAN MARKET REGULATIONS REQUIRE THAT YOU DISCLOSE WHETHER YOU HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST IN THIS COMPANY. SHOULD EITHER BE THE CASE, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE SO THAT WE MAY LODGE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS ACCORDINGLY. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST, SUBMIT YOUR VOTE AS NORMAL. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THESE SHARES MAY BE BLOCKED DEPENDING ON SOME SUBCUSTODIANS’ PROCESSING IN THE MARKET. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE TO OBTAIN BLOCKING INFORMATION FOR YOUR ACCOUNTS. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Presentation of the financial statements and annual report for the 2008 FY with the report of the Supervisory Board, the group financial statements and group annual report, and the report pursuant to sect ions 289[4] and 315[4] of the German Commercial Code | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2. | | Resolution on the appropriation of the distribute profit of EUR 2,856,795,549 as follows: payment of a dividend of EUR 1.50 per no-par share ex-dividend and payable date: 05 MAY 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Ratification of the Acts of the Board of Managing Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Ratification of the Acts of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Election of Mr. Jens P. Heyerdahl D.Y. to the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.A | | Election of the auditor for the 2009 financial year as well as for the inspection of financial statements: PricewaterhouseCoopers Aktiengesellschaft Wirtschaftspruefungsgesellschaft, Duesseldorf, is appointed as the auditor for the annual as well as the consolidated financial statements for the 2009 financial year. | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.B | | Election of the auditor for the 2009 financial year as well as for the inspection of financial statements: in addition, PricewaterhouseCoopers Aktiengesellschaft Wirtschaftspruefungsgesellschaft, Duesseldorf, is appointed as the auditor for the inspection of the abbreviated financial statements and the interim management report for the first half of the 2009 financial year. | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Renewal of the authorization to acquire own shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Resolution on the creation of authorized capital and the corresponding amendment to the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
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9.A | | Resolution on the authorization to issue convertible and/or warrant bonds, profit-sharing rights and/or participating bonds, the creation of contingent capital, and the corresponding amendment to the Articles of Association a) authorization I: the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized, with the consent of the Supervisory Board, to issue bonds or profit-sharing rights of up to EUR 5,000,000,000, conferring convertible and/or option rights for shares of the Company, on or before 05 MAY 2014 shareholders shall be granted subscription except, for residual amounts, for the granting of such rights to other bondholders, and for the issue of bonds conferring convertible and/or option rights for shares of the company of up to 10% of the share capital if such bonds are | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | issued at a price not materially below their theoretical market value shareholders’ subscription rights shall also be excluded for the issue of profit-sharing rights and/or participating bonds without convertible or option rights with debenture like features, the Company’s share capital shall be increased accordingly by up to EUR 175,000,000 through the issue of up to 175,000,000 new registered shares, insofar as convertible and/or option rights are exercised [contingent capital 2009 I] | | | | | | |
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9.B | | Resolution on the authorization to issue convertible and/or warrant bonds, profit-sharing rights and/or participating bonds, the creation of contingent capital, and the corresponding amendment to the Articles of Association b) authorization ii: the board of Managing Directors shall be authorized, with the consent of the Supervisory Board, to issue bonds or profit-sharing rights of up to EUR 5,000,000,000, conferring convertible and/or option rights for shares of the company, on or before 05 May 2014, shareholders shall be granted subscription except, for residual amounts, for the granting of such rights to other bondholders, and for the issue of bonds conferring convertible and/or option rights for shares of the company of up to 10 pct. of the share capital if such bonds are issued at a price not materially below their theoretical market value, shareholders’ subscription rights shall also be excluded for the issue of profit-sharing rights and/or participating bonds without convertible or option rights with debenture like features, the Company’s share capital shall be increased accordingly by up to EUR 175,000,000 through the issue of up to 175,000,000 new registered shares, insofar as convertible and/or option rights are exercised [contingent capital 2009 II] | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Adjustment of the object of the Company and the corresponding amendment to the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
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11.A | | Amendments to the Articles of Association in accordance with the implementation of the shareholders’ rights act [ARUG] a) amendment to section 19[2]2 of the Articles of Association in respect of the Board of Directors being authorized to allow the audiovisual transmission of the shareholders’ meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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11.B | | Amendments to the Articles of Association in accordance with the implementation of the shareholders’ rights act [ARUG] b) amendment to section 20[1] of the Articles of Association in respect of proxy-voting instructions being issued in written or electronically in a manner defined by the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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11.C | | Amendments to the Articles of Association in accordance with the implementation of the shareholders’ rights act [ARUG] c) amendment to section 18[2] of the Articles of Association in respect of shareholders being entitled to participate and vote at the shareholders’ meeting if they register with the Company by the sixth day prior to the meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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12. | | Approval of the control and profit transfer agreement with the Company’s wholly-owned subsidiary, E.ON Einundzwanzigste Verwaltungs GMBH, effective until at least 31 DEC 2013 | | Management | | For | | For |
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13. | | Approval of the control and profit transfer agreement with the Company’s wholly-owned subsidiary, E.On Zweiundzwanzigste Verwaltungs Gmbh, effective until at least 31 DEC 2013 | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | COUNTER PROPOSALS HAVE BEEN RECEIVED FOR THIS MEETING. A LINK TO THE COUNTER PROPOSAL INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE IN THE MATERIAL URL SECTION OF THE APPLICATION. IF YOU WISH TO ACT ON THESE ITEMS, YOU WILL NEED TO REQUEST A MEETING ATTEND AND VOTE YOUR SHARES AT THE COMPANYS MEETING. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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ONLINE RESOURCES CORPORATION |
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Security | | 68273G101 | | Meeting Type | | Contested-Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ORCC | | Meeting Date | | 06-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US68273G1013 | | Agenda | | 933004587 - Opposition |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 JOHN DORMAN | | | | For | | * |
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| | 2 EDWARD D. HOROWITZ | | | | For | | * |
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| | 3 BRUCE A. JAFFE | | | | Withheld | | * |
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02 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | * |
* | Management Position Unknown |
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ONLINE RESOURCES CORPORATION |
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Security | | 68273G101 | | Meeting Type | | Contested-Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ORCC | | Meeting Date | | 06-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US68273G1013 | | Agenda | | 933009551 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 MICHAEL H. HEATH | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 2 JANEY A. PLACE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 J. HEIDI ROIZEN | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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2 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS FOR THE COMPANY’S YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | |
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ONLINE RESOURCES CORPORATION |
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Security | | 68273G101 | | Meeting Type | | Contested-Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ORCC | | Meeting Date | | 06-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US68273G1013 | | Agenda | | 933016392 - Opposition |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 JOHN DORMAN | | | | For | | * |
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| | 2 EDWARD D. HOROWITZ | | | | For | | * |
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| | 3 BRUCE A. JAFFE | | | | For | | * |
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02 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | * |
* | Management Position Unknown |
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EMC CORPORATION |
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Security | | 268648102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | EMC | | Meeting Date | | 06-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US2686481027 | | Agenda | | 933017748 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MICHAEL W. BROWN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RANDOLPH L. COWEN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MICHAEL J. CRONIN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GAIL DEEGAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN R. EGAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: W. PAUL FITZGERALD | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: EDMUND F. KELLY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WINDLE B. PRIEM | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PAUL SAGAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID N. STROHM | | Management | | For | | For |
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1K | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOSEPH M. TUCCI | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY SELECTION BY AUDIT COMMITTEE OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS EMC’S INDEPENDENT AUDITORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO EMC’S EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN TO INCREASE SHARES AVAILABLE BY 30 MILLION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO EMC’S BYLAWS TO REDUCE THE PERCENTAGE OF SHARES REQUIRED FOR SHAREHOLDERS TO CALL A SPECIAL MEETING. | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | TO ACT UPON A SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL RELATING TO AN ADVISORY VOTE ON EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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IDEXX LABORATORIES, INC. |
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Security | | 45168D104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | IDXX | | Meeting Date | | 06-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US45168D1046 | | Agenda | | 933020101 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 WILLIAM T. END | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 BARRY C. JOHNSON, PHD | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 BRIAN P. MCKEON | | | | For | | For |
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2 | | ADOPTION OF THE IDEXX LABORATORIES, INC. 2009 STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN. TO APPROVE AND ADOPT THE 2009 STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN (PROPOSAL TWO); | | Management | | For | | For |
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3 | | AMENDMENT TO IDEXX LABORATORIES, INC. 1997 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN. TO APPROVE AND ADOPT A PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO OUR 1997 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF SHARES AUTHORIZED FOR ISSUANCE UNDER THE PLAN FROM 1,240,000 SHARES TO 1,590,000 SHARES (PROPOSAL THREE); | | Management | | For | | For |
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4 | | RATIFICATION OF APPOINTMENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. TO RATIFY THE SELECTION BY THE AUDIT COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE CURRENT FISCAL YEAR (PROPOSAL FOUR); AND | | Management | | For | | For |
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5 | | OTHER BUSINESS. TO CONDUCT SUCH OTHER BUSINESS AS MAY PROPERLY COME BEFORE THE ANNUAL MEETING. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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AMERICAN TOWER CORPORATION |
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Security | | 029912201 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | AMT | | Meeting Date | | 06-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US0299122012 | | Agenda | | 933022749 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RAYMOND P. DOLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RONALD M. DYKES | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CAROLYN F. KATZ | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GUSTAVO LARA CANTU | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOANN A. REED | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PAMELA D.A. REEVE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID E. SHARBUTT | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JAMES D. TAICLET, JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: SAMME L. THOMPSON | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE SELECTION OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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ADIDAS AG |
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Security | | D0066B102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 07-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | DE0005003404 | | Agenda | | 701853132 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | AS A CONDITION OF VOTING, GERMAN MARKET REGULATIONS REQUIRE THAT YOU DISCLOSE WHETHER YOU HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST IN THIS COMPANY. SHOULD EITHER BE THE CASE, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE SO THAT WE MAY LODGE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS ACCORDINGLY. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST, SUBMIT YOUR VOTE AS NORMAL. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THE TRUE RECORD DATE FOR THIS MEETING IS 16 APR 2009, WHEREAS THE MEETING HAS BEEN SETUP USING THE ACTUAL RECORD DATE - 1 BUSINESS DAY. THIS IS DONE TO ENSURE THAT ALL POSITIONS REPORTED ARE IN CONCURRENCE WITH THE GERMAN LAW. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Presentation of the financial statements and annual report for the 2008 FY with the report of the Supervisory Board, the Group financial statements and Group annual report, and the report pursuant to Sections 289(4) and 315(4) of the German Commercial Code | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2. | | Resolution on the appropriation of the distribution profit of EUR 237,409,047.08 as follows: payment of a dividend of EUR 0.50 per no-par share EUR 140,651,291.08 shall be carried forward Ex-dividend and payable date: 08 MAY 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Ratification of the acts of the Board of Managing Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Ratification of the acts of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.1. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Dr. Stefan Jentzsch | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.2. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Mr. Igor Landau | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.3. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Mr. Willi Schwerdtle | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.4. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Mr. Christian Tourres | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.5. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Mr. Herbert Kauffmann | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.6. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Mr. Alexander Popow | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Amendment to Section 21(2) of the Articles of Association in accordance with the implementation of the Shareholders Rights Act (ARUG) in respect of proxy-voting instructions being issued in writing or via fax | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Amendments to Section 22 of the Articles of Association in respect of the Chairman of the shareholders meeting shall be authorized to limit share holder questions and remarks to a reasonable amount of time | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Resolution on the creation of new authorized capital and the corresponding amendment to the Articles of association, the existing authorization to increase the share capital by up to EUR 64,062,500 shall be revoked, the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized, with the consent of the Supervisory Board, to increase the share capital by up to EUR 50,000,000 through the issue of new shares against cash payment, during a period of 5 years [authorized capital 2009/I], shareholders subscription rights may be excluded for residual amounts | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Resolution on the creation of new authorized capital and the corresponding amendment to the Articles of Association, the existing authorization to increase the share capital by up to EUR 12,000,000 shall be revoked, the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized, with the consent of the Supervisory Board, to increase the share capital by up to EUR 25,000,000 through the issue of new shares against payment in kind, during a period of 3 years [authorized capital 200 9/II], the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized to decide upon the exclusion of shareholders subscription rights | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Renewal of the authorization to acquire own shares the Company shall be authorized to acquire own shares of up to 10% of its share capital, through the stock exchange at a price not differing more than 10% from the market price of the shares or by way of public repurchase offer at a price neither more than 10% above, nor more than 20% below, the market price of the shares, on or before 06 NOV 2010, the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized to offer the shares on the stock exchange or to all shareholders, to dispose of the shares in a manner other than the stock exchange or rights offering if the shares are sold at a price not materially below their market price, to use the shares in connection with mergers or the acquisition of tangible or intangible assets, to use the shares for satisfying option and conversion rights or within the scope of the Company’s stock option plan, and to ret ire the shares, furthermore, the Company shall also be authorized to use the shares for remuneration purposes | | Management | | For | | For |
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11. | | Authorization to acquire own shares by using derivatives in connection with item 10, the Company shall also be authorized to acquire own shares by using derivatives at a price neither more than 10% above, nor more than 20% below, the market price of the shares, the authorization shall be limited to up to 5% of the share capital | | Management | | For | | For |
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12. | | Appointment of the Auditors, audit of the financial statements for the 2009 FY: KPMG AG, Frankfurt, review of the interim financial statements for the first half of the 2009 FY: KPMG AG, Frankfurt | | Management | | For | | For |
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AAREAL BANK AG, WIESBADEN |
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Security | | D00379111 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 07-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | DE0005408116 | | Agenda | | 701869173 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | AS A CONDITION OF VOTING, GERMAN MARKET REGULATIONS REQUIRE THAT YOU DISCLOSE WHETHER YOU HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST IN THIS COMPANY. SHOULD EITHER BE THE CASE, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE SO THAT WE MAY LODGE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS ACCORDINGLY. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST, SUBMIT YOUR VOTE AS NORMAL. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THE TRUE RECORD DATE FOR THIS MEETING IS 16 APR 2009, WHEREAS THE MEETING HAS BEEN SETUP USING THE ACTUAL RECORD DATE - 1 BUSINESS DAY. THIS IS DONE TO ENSURE THAT ALL POSITIONS REPORTED ARE IN CONCURRENCE WITH THE GERMAN LAW. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Presentation of the financial statements and annual report for the 2008 FY with the report of the Supervisory Board, the group financial statements, the group annual report and the reports pursuant to Sections 289(4) and 315(4) of the German Commercial Code | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2. | | Resolution of the appropriation of the distributable profit of EUR 4,000,000 as follows: EUR 4,000,000 shall be allocated to the other revenue reserves | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Ratification of the acts of the Board of the Managing Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Ratification of the acts of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Appointment of the Auditors for the 2009 FY: PricewaterhouseCoopers AG, Frankfurt | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Renewal of the authorization to acquire own shares for trading purposes the Company shall be authorized to acquired own shares, at a price not deviating more than 10% from the market price of the shares, on or before 06 NOV 2010; the trading portfolio of shares acquired for such purpose shall not exceed 5% of the share capital at the end of any given day | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Renewal of the authorization to acquire own shares the Company shall be authorized to acquire own shares of up to 10% of its share capital, at prices not deviating more than 10% from the market price of the shares, on or before 06 NOV 2010; the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized to sell the shares on the Stock Exchange or to offer them to all shareholders, to dispose of the shares in a manner other than the Stock Exchange or an offer to all shareholders if the shares are sold at a price not materially below their market price, to use the shares in connection with mergers and acquisitions or for satisfying conversion or option rights, to offer the shares to holders of conversion or rights and to retire the shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Amendment to Section 9(5) of the Articles of Association, as follows: each member of the Supervisory Board shall receive a fixed annual remuneration of EUR 20,000, the Chairman shall receive twice, and the Deputy Chairman 1 and a half times, this amount; furthermore, each Committee Member [except members of the nomination committee and the urgency Committee] shall receive an additional fixed annual remuneration of EUR 10,000; Committee Chairmen EUR 20,000 | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Amendment to Section 18(1)3 of the Article of Association in respect of the increase of share capital against contributions requiring a majority of not less than three fourths of the share capital represented at the passing of the resolution | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Amendments to the Articles of Association in accordance with the Law on the implementation of the shareholder Rights Directive [ARUG], as follows: Section 15(1), in respect of the convocation of the shareholders meeting being published pursuant to the statutory regulations Section 15(2), in respect of shareholders being entitled to participate and vote at the shareholders meeting if they register with the Company by the sixth day prior to the meeting and provide evidence of their shareholding Section 15(3), in respect of the day of the shareholders meeting not being included in the calculation of the various deadlines for the shareholders meeting Section 16(2), in respect of proxy-voting instructions being issued/withdrawn in written form Section 19(2), in respect of the Board of Managing Directors being authorized to allow the audiovisual transmission of the shareholders meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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PPR SA, PARIS |
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Security | | F7440G127 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 07-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000121485 | | Agenda | | 701876875 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | “French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative” | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Receive the reports of the Board of Directors, the Chairman of the Board of Director and the Auditors, approve the Company’s financial statements for the YE 2008, as presented | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Receive the reports of the Board of Directors and the Auditors; approve the consolidated financial statements for the said FY, in the form presented to the meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve the Company’s financial statements as presented, showing: net earnings of EUR 76,521,207.80 increased by the previous retained earning of EUR 1,624,687,687.06 i.e a distributable profit balance of EUR 1,701,208,894.96 and resolve to appropriate the distributable earnings as specified: to the legal reserve: EUR 0.00, to the dividends: EUR 417,632,744.10, to the retained earnings: EUR 1,283,576,150.76; receive a net dividend of EUR 3.30 per share and will entitle to the 40% deduction provided by the French General Tax Code, the dividend will be paid on 14 MAY 2009, the amount of the unpaid dividend on shares held by the Company shall be allocated to the retained earnings account as required by Law, it is reminded that, for the last 3 financial years, the dividends paid, were as specified: EUR 2.72, distributed in 2006 and entitled to the 40% deduction, EUR 3.00, distributed in 2007 and entitled to the 10% deduction EUR 3.45, distributed in 2008 and entitled to the 40% deduction | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Approve the award total annual fees of EUR 66,000.00 to the Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to trade in the Company’s shares on the stock market, subject to the conditions specified: maximum purchase price: EUR 125.00, maximum number of shares to be acquired: 10% of the share capital, i.e. 12,655,537 shares, maximum funds invested in the share buybacks: EUR 1,581,942,125.00, the number of shares acquired by the Company with a view to their retention or their subsequent delivery in payment or exchange as part of a merger, divestment or capital contribution cannot exceed 5% of its capital, to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; [Authority expires after 18 month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders meeting of 09 JAN 2008 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.6 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to reduce the share capital, on one or more occasions and at its sole discretion, by canceling all or part of the shares held by the Company in connection with Article L.225-2 of the French Commercial Code, up too a maximum of 10% of the share capital over a 24 month period and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; [Authority is given for a 26 month period]; it supercedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders’ meeting of 14 MAY 2007 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.7 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase on one or more occasions, in France or abroad, the share capital, by issuance with the shareholder’ preferred subscription rights maintained, of shares and, or any securities giving access to capital securities and, or securities giving right to the allocation of debt securities; the maximum nominal amount of capital increases to be carried out under this delegation of authority shall not exceed EUR 200,000.000.00 nominal amount of debt securities issued shall not exceed EUR 6,000,000,000.00 and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; [Authority is given for a 26 month period]; it supercedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders’ meeting of 14 MAY 2007 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.8 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase on one or more occasions, in France or abroad and, or upon the international market, by way of a public offer or by an offer governed by Article L.411-2 of the French monetary and financial market, the share capital, by issuance, with cancellation of the preferential subscription rights, of shares and, or any securities giving access to capital securities and, or securities giving right to the allocation of debt securities; the maximum nominal amount of capital increases to be carried our under this delegation of authority shall not exceed EUR 200,000,000.00 the nominal amount of Debt Securities issued shall not exceed 6,000,000,000.00 ; authorize the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; [Authority is given for a 26 month period]; it supercedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders’ meeting of 14 MAY 2007 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.9 | | Authorize the Board of Directors in order to increase the share capital, in one or more occasions and at its sole discretion, by way of capitalizing reserves, profits or issue premiums, by issuing bonus shares or raising the par value off existing shares, or by a combination of these methods; the amount of capital increase which may be carried accordingly with the present Resolution shall not exceed the overall amount of the sums which may be capitalized and shall not exceed the overall ceiling set fourth in Resolution 12; authorize the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; this delegation is given of a 26 month period; it supersedes the fraction unused of the delegation grated by the shareholders’ meeting of 14 MAY 2007 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.10 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to set for the issues carried out in accordance with Resolution 8, the issue price of the shares or securities giving access to the capital, accordingly with the terms and conditions determined by the shareholders’ meeting, within the limit of 10% of the Company’s share capital per year, in the framework of a share capital increase by way of issuing shares with cancellation of the preferential subscription rights; this authorization is give for a 26-month period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.11 | | Authorize the Board of Director, according with the delegation granted to it virtue the of resolution 7, 8 and 10, to increase the number of securities to be issued in the event of a capital increase with or without preferential subscription right of shareholders at the same price as the initial issue, within 30 days of the closing of the subscription period and within the limit governed by the Article L 225-135-1 and R 225-118 of the French Commercial Code and within the limit set forth the number of securities | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.12 | | Approve that, the overall nominal amount pertaining to the capital increase to be carried out with the use of the delegation given by the resolutions 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11 shall not exceed EUR 200,0000,000,00 the issues of debt securities to be carried out with the use of the delegation given by the resolution 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11 shall not exceed EUR 6,000,000,000,00 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.13 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital with cancellation of the shareholders preferential subscription rights up to 10 % of the share capital [this ceiling of resolution 12 of present shareholders, meeting in consideration for the contribution in kind granted to the Company and comprised of capital securities or securities giving access to share capital this authorizations granted for a 26 month period the shareholders’ meeting delegates all powers to the Board of Director to takes all necessary measure and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.14 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital, on one or more occasions, at its sole discretion, by way of issuing shares or other securities giving access to the capital, in favour of employees and former employees of the Company and related Companies or groups, who are Members of a Company savings plan; authorization is given for a nominal amount that shall not exceed EUR 5,062, 215.00; the total number of shares which may be subscribed accordingly with the present resolution shall not exceed 1,265,553 shares; authorize the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; this authorization is given for a 26-month period; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders’ meeting of 14 MAY 2007 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.15 | | Amend Article 10 of the bylaws related to the spreading renewal of the Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.16 | | Appoint Mr. Pierre Bellon as the Director for a 2-year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.17 | | Appoint Mr. Allan Chapin as the Director for a 2-year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.18 | | Appoint Mr. Luca Cordero as the Director for a 3-years period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.19 | | Appoint Mr. Philippe Lagayette as the Director for a 3-years period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.20 | | Appoint Mr. Francois-Henripinault as the Director for 4-years period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.21 | | Appoint Mrs. Patricia Barbizet as the Director for 4-years period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.22 | | Appoint Mr. Baudouin Prot as the Director for 4-years period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.23 | | Appoint Mr. Jean-Philippe Thierrry as the Director for 4-years period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.24 | | Appoint Mr. Aditya Mittal as the Director for 4-years period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.25 | | Appoint Mr. Jean-Francois Palus as the Director for 4-years period | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.26 | | Grant authority to the bearer of an original, a copy or extract of the minutes of this meeting to carry out all filings, publications and so others formalities prescribed by Law | | Management | | For | | For |
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RECKITT BENCKISER GROUP PLC |
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Security | | G74079107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 07-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | GB00B24CGK77 | | Agenda | | 701878095 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Adopt the 2008 report and the financial statements | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the Directors’ remuneration report | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Declare a final dividend | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Re-elect Mr. Adrian Bellamy [Member of the remuneration committee] as a Director | | Management | | Abstain | | Against |
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5. | | Re-elect Dr. Peter Harf as a Director | | Management | | Abstain | | Against |
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6. | | Elect Mr. Andre Lacroix [Member of Audit Committee] as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Re-appoint PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as the Auditors of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Authorize the Board to determine the Auditors’ remuneration | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Grant authority to issue of equity or equity-linked securities with the pre-emptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of GBP 23,662,000 | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.10 | | Grant authority, subject to the passing of Resolution 9, to issue of equity or equity-linked securities without the pre-emptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of GBP 3,611,000 | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.10 | | Grant authority to market purchase 72,000,000 ordinary shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.12 | | Approve that a general meeting other than an AGM may be called on not less than 14 clear days’ notice | | Management | | For | | For |
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UNITED PARCEL SERVICE, INC. |
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Security | | 911312106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | UPS | | Meeting Date | | 07-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US9113121068 | | Agenda | | 933014007 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 F. DUANE ACKERMAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 MICHAEL J. BURNS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 D. SCOTT DAVIS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 STUART E. EIZENSTAT | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 MICHAEL L. ESKEW | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 WILLIAM R. JOHNSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 ANN M. LIVERMORE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 RUDY MARKHAM | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 JOHN W. THOMPSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 10 CAROL B. TOME | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS UPS’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVAL OF THE UNITED PARCEL SERVICE, INC. 2009 OMNIBUS INCENTIVE COMPENSATION PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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BEMIS COMPANY, INC. |
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Security | | 081437105 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | BMS | | Meeting Date | | 07-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US0814371052 | | Agenda | | 933016950 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 WILLIAM J. BOLTON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 BARBARA L. JOHNSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 PAUL S. PEERCY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 GENE C. WULF | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP, AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO ACT ON A PROPOSAL TO REAPPROVE THE BEMIS COMPANY, INC. 1997 EXECUTIVE OFFICER PERFORMANCE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | TO ACT ON A PROPOSAL TO AMEND THE BEMIS COMPANY, INC. 2007 STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | TO VOTE UPON A PROPOSAL SUBMITTED BY A SHAREHOLDER, IF PROPERLY PRESENTED AT THE MEETING. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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GOOGLE INC. |
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Security | | 38259P508 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | GOOG | | Meeting Date | | 07-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US38259P5089 | | Agenda | | 933017178 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 ERIC SCHMIDT | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 SERGEY BRIN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 LARRY PAGE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 L. JOHN DOERR | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 JOHN L. HENNESSY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 ARTHUR D. LEVINSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 ANN MATHER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 PAUL S. OTELLINI | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 K. RAM SHRIRAM | | | | For | | For |
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| | 10 SHIRLEY M. TILGHMAN | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS GOOGLE’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO GOOGLE’S 2004 STOCK PLAN TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF AUTHORIZED SHARES OF CLASS A COMMON STOCK ISSUABLE UNDER THE PLAN BY 8,500,000. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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04 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING POLITICAL CONTRIBUTION DISCLOSURE. | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING INTERNET CENSORSHIP. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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06 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING HEALTH CARE REFORM. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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HEXCEL CORPORATION |
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Security | | 428291108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | HXL | | Meeting Date | | 07-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US4282911084 | | Agenda | | 933021533 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 JOEL S. BECKMAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 DAVID E. BERGES | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 LYNN BRUBAKER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 JEFFREY C. CAMPBELL | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 SANDRA L. DERICKSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 W. KIM FOSTER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 JEFFREY A. GRAVES | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 DAVID C. HILL | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 DAVID C. HURLEY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 10 DAVID L. PUGH | | | | For | | For |
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2 | | APPROVAL OF THE AMENDED AND RESTATED HEXCEL CORPORATION 2003 INCENTIVE STOCK PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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3 | | APPROVAL OF THE HEXCEL CORPORATION 2009 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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4 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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TRACTOR SUPPLY COMPANY |
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Security | | 892356106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | TSCO | | Meeting Date | | 07-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US8923561067 | | Agenda | | 933023359 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 JAMES F. WRIGHT | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 JOHNSTON C. ADAMS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 WILLIAM BASS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 JACK C. BINGLEMAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 S.P. BRAUD | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 RICHARD W. FROST | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 CYNTHIA T. JAMISON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 GERARD E. JONES | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 GEORGE MACKENZIE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 10 EDNA K. MORRIS | | | | For | | For |
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2 | | TO APPROVE THE 2009 STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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3 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 26, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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SBA COMMUNICATIONS CORPORATION |
| | | |
Security | | 78388J106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | SBAC | | Meeting Date | | 07-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US78388J1060 | | Agenda | | 933024046 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 BRIAN C. CARR 2012 | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE 2009 FISCAL YEAR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | IN THEIR DISCRETION, TO TRANSACT SUCH OTHER BUSINESS AS MAY PROPERLY COME BEFORE THE MEETING AND ANY ADJOURNMENT OR POSTPONEMENT. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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MYLAN INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 628530107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | MYL | | Meeting Date | | 07-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US6285301072 | | Agenda | | 933035354 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 MILAN PUSKAR | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 ROBERT J. COURY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 WENDY CAMERON | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 4 NEIL DIMICK, C.P.A. | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 5 DOUG LEECH, C.P.A. | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 6 JOSEPH C. MAROON, MD | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 7 RODNEY L. PIATT, C.P.A. | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 8 C.B. TODD | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 9 R.L. VANDERVEEN PHD RPH | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE COMPANY’S ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION TO INCREASE AUTHORIZED SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE COMPANY’S 2003 LONG-TERM INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE COMPANY’S BYLAWS REGARDING VOTING IN UNCONTESTED DIRECTOR ELECTIONS. | | Management | | For | | |
| | | | |
05 | | RATIFY APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. | | Management | | For | | For |
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WEATHERFORD INTERNATIONAL LTD |
| | | |
Security | | H27013103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | WFT | | Meeting Date | | 07-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | CH0038838394 | | Agenda | | 933056182 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: BERNARD J. DUROC-DANNER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID J. BUTTERS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: NICHOLAS F. BRADY | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WILLIAM E. MACAULAY | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT B. MILLARD | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT K. MOSES, JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT A. RAYNE | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009 AND RATIFICATION OF THE ELECTION OF ERNST & YOUNG AG, ZURICH AS STATUTORY AUDITOR FOR YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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EQUIFAX INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 294429105 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | EFX | | Meeting Date | | 08-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US2944291051 | | Agenda | | 933022977 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 MARK L. FEIDLER | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 2 JOHN A. MCKINLEY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 RICHARD F. SMITH | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFY THE SELECTION OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS EQUIFAX’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | AMEND THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION AND BYLAWS TO DECLASSIFY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | AMEND THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION TO PROVIDE FOR MAJORITY VOTING IN UNCONTESTED DIRECTOR ELECTIONS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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MARINER ENERGY, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 56845T305 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | ME | | Meeting Date | | 11-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US56845T3059 | | Agenda | | 933040052 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 BERNARD ARONSON | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 2 H. CLAYTON PETERSON | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF SELECTION OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS INDEPENDENT AUDITORS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | APPROVAL OF THE MARINER ENERGY, INC. THIRD AMENDED AND RESTATED STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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BAYER AG, LEVERKUSEN |
| | | |
Security | | D07112119 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 12-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | DE0005752000 | | Agenda | | 701832998 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | AS A CONDITION OF VOTING, GERMAN MARKET REGULATIONS REQUIRE THAT YOU DISCLOSE WHETHER YOU HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST IN THIS COMPANY. SHOULD EITHER BE THE CASE, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE SO THAT WE MAY LODGE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS ACCORDINGLY. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST, SUBMIT YOUR VOTE AS NORMAL. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THE TRUE RECORD DATE FOR THIS MEETING IS 21 APR 2009, WHEREAS THE MEETING HAS BEEN SETUP USING THE ACTUAL RECORD DATE - 1 BUSINESS DAY. THIS IS DONE TO ENSURE THAT ALL POSITIONS REPORTED ARE IN CONCURRENCE WITH THE GERMAN LAW. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Presentation of the financial statements and annual report for the 2008 FY with the report of the Supervisory Board, the group financial statements and group annual report as well as the report by the Board of Managing Directors and the proposal for the appropriation of the distributable profit resolution on the appropriation of the distributable profit of EUR 1,070,080,515 as follows: payment of a dividend of EUR 1.40 per no-par share the remaining amount shall be carried forward, ex-dividend and payable date: 13 MAY 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2. | | Ratification of the acts of the Board of Managing Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3. | | Ratification of the acts of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | | | |
4. | | Authorization to acquire own shares the Company shall be authorized to acquire own shares of up to 10% of the Company’s share capital through the Stock Exchange or by way of a public repurchase offer to all shareholders, at prices not deviating more than 10% from the market price of the shares, on or before 11 NOV 2010; the shares may be acquired by the Company’s subsidiaries or by third parties on the Company’s own account; the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized to dispose of the shares in a manner other than through the Stock Exchange or by way of a public offer to all shareholders, at a price not materially below the market price of the shares, for up to 10% of the Company’s share capital; the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized, with the consent of the Supervisory Board, to use the shares in connection with mergers and acquisitions, as Employee shares for Employees and executives of the Company and its affiliates, and to retire the shares, in these cases shareholders subscription rights shall be excluded | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Resolution on the conversion of bearer shares into registered shares, the corresponding amendments to the Articles of Association and the adjustment of resolutions adopted by the shareholders meeting in 2008; the shares of the Bayer AG shall be converted from bearer into registered shares; therefore, Section 4(1),(2),(3),(5) and (6) and Section 15 (1) and (2) of the Articles of Association and the Resolutions under item 5A, 6A and 6B adopted by the shareholders meetings in 2008 shall be amended in respect of bearer shares being replaced by registered shares | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
6. | | Approval of the transmission of data by electronic means pursuant to Section 30(3) of the Securities Trade Act and the corresponding amendment to Section 3 of the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
7. | | Appointment of auditors for the 2009 FY and the interim report: PricewaterhouseCoopers AG, Essen | | Management | | For | | For |
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FOREST OIL CORPORATION |
| | | |
Security | | 346091705 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | FST | | Meeting Date | | 12-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US3460917053 | | Agenda | | 933021761 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 DOD A. FRASER | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 JAMES D. LIGHTNER | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
2 | | APPROVAL OF AN ADDITIONAL 500,000 SHARES FOR ISSUANCE UNDER THE FOREST OIL CORPORATION 1999 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN AND CERTAIN ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS FOREST’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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3M COMPANY |
| | | |
Security | | 88579Y101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | MMM | | Meeting Date | | 12-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US88579Y1010 | | Agenda | | 933025985 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LINDA G. ALVARADO | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GEORGE W. BUCKLEY | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: VANCE D. COFFMAN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MICHAEL L. ESKEW | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: W. JAMES FARRELL | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: HERBERT L. HENKEL | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: EDWARD M. LIDDY | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT S. MORRISON | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: AULANA L. PETERS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT J. ULRICH | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS 3M’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL ON SPECIAL MEETINGS. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
| | | | |
04 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL ON THE VESTING OF STOCK OPTIONS AND AWARDS. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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ORASURE TECHNOLOGIES, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 68554V108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | OSUR | | Meeting Date | | 12-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US68554V1089 | | Agenda | | 933027535 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 MICHAEL CELANO | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 DOUGLAS A. MICHELS | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 CHARLES W. PATRICK | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2 | | RATIFICATION OF APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL TO MODIFY MANAGEMENT INCENTIVE PLAN | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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MILLIPORE CORPORATION |
| | | |
Security | | 601073109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | MIL | | Meeting Date | | 12-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US6010731098 | | Agenda | | 933029919 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 ROLF A. CLASSON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 MARK HOFFMAN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 JOHN F. RENO | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 KAREN E. WELKE | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS MILLIPORE’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE YEAR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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CALFRAC WELL SERVICES LTD. |
| | | |
Security | | 129584108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | CFWFF | | Meeting Date | | 12-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | CA1295841086 | | Agenda | | 933038944 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 FERNANDO AGUILAR | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 JAMES S. BLAIR | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 GREGORY S. FLETCHER | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 MARTIN A. LAMBERT | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 5 RONALD P. MATHISON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 6 DOUGLAS R. RAMSAY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 7 R. T. (TIM) SWINTON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | TO APPOINT PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS AUDITORS AT A REMUNERATION TO BE FIXED BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. DIRECTORS AND MANAGEMENT RECOMMEND SHAREHOLDERS VOTE FOR THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP. | | Management | | For | | For |
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DENTSPLY INTERNATIONAL INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 249030107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | XRAY | | Meeting Date | | 12-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US2490301072 | | Agenda | | 933041129 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 WENDY L DIXON, PHD | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 LESLIE A. JONES | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 BRET W. WISE | | | | For | | For |
| | | | | | | | |
2 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP, INDEPENDENT ACCOUNTANTS, TO AUDIT THE BOOKS AND ACCOUNTS OF THE COMPANY FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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COMCAST CORPORATION |
| | | |
Security | | 20030N101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | CMCSA | | Meeting Date | | 13-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US20030N1019 | | Agenda | | 933019552 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 S. DECKER ANSTROM | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 2 KENNETH J. BACON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 SHELDON M. BONOVITZ | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 EDWARD D. BREEN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 5 JULIAN A. BRODSKY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 6 JOSEPH J. COLLINS | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 7 J. MICHAEL COOK | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 8 GERALD L. HASSELL | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 9 JEFFREY A. HONICKMAN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 10 BRIAN L. ROBERTS | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 11 RALPH J. ROBERTS | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 12 DR. JUDITH RODIN | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 13 MICHAEL I. SOVERN | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF INDEPENDENT AUDITORS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | APPROVAL OF OUR 2002 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN, AS AMENDED AND RESTATED | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | APPROVAL OF OUR 2002 RESTRICTED STOCK PLAN, AS AMENDED AND RESTATED | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
05 | | APPROVAL OF OUR 2003 STOCK OPTION PLAN, AS AMENDED AND RESTATED | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
06 | | IDENTIFY ALL EXECUTIVE OFFICERS WHO EARN IN EXCESS OF $500,000 | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
| | | | |
07 | | OBTAIN SHAREHOLDER APPROVAL OF CERTAIN FUTURE DEATH BENEFIT ARRANGEMENTS | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
| | | | |
08 | | ADOPT AN ANNUAL VOTE ON EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
| | | | |
09 | | ADOPT A RECAPITALIZATION PLAN | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
| | | | | | |
ECLIPSYS CORP |
| | | |
Security | | 278856109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | ECLP | | Meeting Date | | 13-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US2788561098 | | Agenda | | 933029907 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 JOHN T. CASEY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 JAY B. PIEPER | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | TO RATIFY THE SELECTION OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE CURRENT FISCAL YEAR. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
UNILEVER PLC |
| | | |
Security | | 904767704 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | UL | | Meeting Date | | 13-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US9047677045 | | Agenda | | 933030417 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
A1 | | TO RECEIVE AND CONSIDER THE ACCOUNTS AND BALANCE SHEET FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2008, TOGETHER WITH THE DIRECTORS’ REPORT AND THE AUDITORS’ REPORT. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | | | |
A2 | | TO CONSIDER AND, IF THOUGHT FIT, APPROVE THE DIRECTORS’ REMUNERATION REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2008 INCLUDED WITHIN THE ANNUAL REPORT AND ACCOUNTS 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
A3 | | TO DECLARE A DIVIDEND ON THE ORDINARY SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
A4 | | TO RE-ELECT MR J A LAWRENCE AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
A5 | | TO RE-ELECT MR P G J M POLMAN AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
A6 | | TO RE-ELECT THE RT HON THE LORD BRITTAN OF SPENNITHORNE QC, DL AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
A7 | | TO RE-ELECT PROFESSOR W DIK AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
A8 | | TO RE-ELECT MR C E GOLDEN AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
A9 | | TO RE-ELECT DR B E GROTE AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
A10 | | TO RE-ELECT MR N MURTHY AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
A11 | | TO RE-ELECT MS H NYASULU AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
A12 | | TO RE-ELECT MR K J STORM AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
A13 | | TO RE-ELECT MR M TRESCHOW AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
A14 | | TO RE-ELECT MR J VAN DER VEER AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
A15 | | TO ELECT PROFESSOR L O FRESCO AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
A16 | | TO ELECT MS A M FUDGE AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
A17 | | TO ELECT MR P WALSH AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
A18 | | TO RE-APPOINT PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS AUDITORS OF THE COMPANY, TO HOLD OFFICE UNTIL THE CONCLUSION OF THE NEXT GENERAL MEETING AT WHICH ACCOUNTS ARE LAID BEFORE THE MEMBERS. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
A19 | | TO AUTHORISE THE DIRECTORS TO FIX THE REMUNERATION OF THE AUDITORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
A20 | | TO CONSIDER AND, IF THOUGHT FIT, TO PASS AN ORDINARY RESOLUTION, AS SET FORTH ON THE COMPANY NOTICE. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
A21 | | TO CONSIDER AND, IF THOUGHT FIT, TO PASS A SPECIAL RESOLUTION, AS SET FORTH ON THE COMPANY NOTICE. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
A22 | | TO CONSIDER AND, IF THOUGHT FIT, TO PASS A SPECIAL RESOLUTION, AS SET FORTH ON THE COMPANY NOTICE. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
A23 | | TO CONSIDER AND, IF THOUGHT FIT, TO PASS AN ORDINARY RESOLUTION, AS SET FORTH ON THE COMPANY NOTICE. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
A24 | | TO CONSIDER AND, IF THOUGHT FIT, TO PASS A SPECIAL RESOLUTION, AS SET FORTH ON THE COMPANY NOTICE. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
A25 | | TO CONSIDER AND, IF THOUGHT FIT, TO PASS AN ORDINARY RESOLUTION, AS SET FORTH ON THE COMPANY NOTICE. | | Management | | For | | For |
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026 | | TO CONSIDER AND, IF THOUGHT FIT, TO PASS AN ORDINARY RESOLUTION, AS SET FORTH ON THE COMPANY NOTICE. | | Management | | For | | For |
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TRICAN WELL SERVICE LTD. |
| | | |
Security | | 895945103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | TOLWF | | Meeting Date | | 13-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | CA8959451037 | | Agenda | | 933039504 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | TO SET THE NUMBER OF DIRECTORS OF THE COMPANY AT EIGHT (8). | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 KENNETH M. BAGAN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 DONALD R. LUFT | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 GARY R. BUGEAUD | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 �� DOUGLAS F. ROBINSON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 5 MURRAY L. COBBE | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 6 KEVIN L. NUGENT | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 7 G. ALLEN BROOKS | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 8 GARY L. WARREN | | | | For | | For |
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03 | | THE APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP, CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS, AS AUDITORS OF THE COMPANY FOR THE ENSUING YEAR AND THE AUTHORIZATION OF THE DIRECTORS TO FIX THEIR REMUNERATION AS SUCH. | | Management | | For | | For |
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EXELIXIS, INC. | | | | | | |
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Security | | 30161Q104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | EXEL | | Meeting Date | | 13-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US30161Q1040 | | Agenda | | 933047311 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 CHARLES COHEN, PHD. | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 GEORGE POSTE, DVM, PHD. | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 JACK L. WYSZOMIERSKI | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE SELECTION OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS EXELIXIS’ INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JANUARY 1, 2010. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE EXELIXIS, INC. 2000 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF SHARES OF COMMON STOCK RESERVED FOR ISSUANCE UNDER THE 2000 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN BY 5,000,000 SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | TO APPROVE THE AMENDMENT AND RESTATEMENT OF THE EXELIXIS, INC. 2000 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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05 | | TO APPROVE A PROPOSED EXCHANGE OF CERTAIN OUTSTANDING STOCK OPTIONS FOR A REDUCED NUMBER OF REPLACEMENT STOCK OPTIONS TO BE GRANTED UNDER THE 2000 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN WITH AN EXERCISE PRICE EQUAL TO THE FAIR MARKET VALUE OF EXELIXIS COMMON STOCK AT THE TIME OF THE EXCHANGE. | | Management | | For | | For |
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FREIGHTCAR AMERICA INC |
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Security | | 357023100 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | RAIL | | Meeting Date | | 13-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US3570231007 | | Agenda | | 933047599 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 JAMES D. CIRAR | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 S. CARL SODERSTROM, JR. | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 ROBERT N. TIDBALL | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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CADBURY PLC |
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Security | | G1843B107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 14-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | GB00B2PF6M70 | | Agenda | | 701877423 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Receive the 2008 financial statements and the Directors’ and Auditors’ reports | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2. | | Declare and approve the final dividend | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3. | | Approve the Directors’ remuneration Report | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4. | | Re-elect Mr. Roger Carr as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5. | | Re-elect Mr. Todd Stitzer as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
6. | | Elect Mr. Baroness Hogg as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
7. | | Elect Mr. Colin Day as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
8. | | Elect Mr. Andrew Bonfield as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
9. | | Re-appoint Deloitte LLP as the Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Authorize the Directors to set the Auditors’ fees | | Management | | For | | For |
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11. | | Authorize the Directors to make political donations and to incur political expenditure | | Management | | For | | For |
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12. | | Authorize the Directors to allot further shares | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
S.13 | | Approve to disapply pre-emption rights | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.14 | | Authorize the Company to purchase its own shares | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
S.15 | | Grant authority for the convening of general meetings at 14 days’ notice | | Management | | For | | For |
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LVMH MOET HENNESSY LOUIS VUITTON, PARIS |
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Security | | F58485115 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 14-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000121014 | | Agenda | | 701888767 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve the financial statements and statutory reports | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Approve to accept the consolidated financial statements and statutory reports | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve the Auditors’ special report regarding related-party transactions | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.4 | | Approve the allocation of income and dividends of EUR 1.60 per share | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Re-elect Mr. Antoine Arnault as a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.6 | | Re-elect Mr. Antoine Bernheim as a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.7 | | Re-elect Mr. Albert Frere as a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
O.8 | | Re-elect Mr. Pierre Gode as a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.9 | | Re-elect Mr. Lord Powell of Bayswater as a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.10 | | Elect Mr. Yves-Thilbaut De Silguy as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.11 | | Grant authority to repurchase of up to 10% of issued share capital | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.12 | | Approve the reduction in share capital via cancellation of repurchased shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.13 | | Grant authority the issuance of equity or equity-linked securities with preemptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 50 million | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.14 | | Grant authority the issuance of equity or equity-linked securities without preemptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 50 million, with the possibility not to offer them to the public for an amount representing 20% per year | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.15 | | Approve the frame of the issuances to be decided by virtue of Resolutions 13 and 14, to increase the number of securities to be issued set forth in the issuance, in the event of an excess demand, may be increased within the limit of the ceiling set forth in the said resolutions | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.16 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to issue shares or any securities giving access to the Company’s share capital, or giving right, in the case where the equity issued is a share, to the debt securities, in consideration for securities tendered in a public exchange offer concerning the shares of another Company; [Authority expires for a 26-month period]; the maximal nominal amount of capital increases to be carried out under this delegation of authority shall not exceed EUR 50,000,000.00; the nominal amount of all capital increase carried out, or to be carried out under the delegations of the Resolutions 13, 14 and, or 17 shall count against the overall value set forth in the present delegation; to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; this authorization supersedes the 1 granted by the combined shareholders’ meeting of 10 MAY 2007 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.17 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase, on 1 and more occasions, the share capital, up to 10% of the share capital, by way of issuing shares or securities giving access to the capital or giving right, in the case where the first equity issued is a share, to a debt security, in consideration for the contributions in kind granted to the Company and comprised of capital securities or securities giving access to share capital; [Authority expires for a 26-month]; to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; this authorization supersedes the 1 granted by the shareholders’ meeting 10 MAY 2007 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.18 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to grant, in 1 or more transactions, in favor of employees or executives of the Company and related Companies, options giving the right either to subscribe for new shares in the Company to be issued through a share capital increase, or to purchase existing shares purchased by the Company, it being provided that the options shall not give rights to a total numbers of shares, which shall exceed 3% of the share capital; [Authority expires for a 38-month period]; to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; this authorization supersedes the 1 granted by the shareholders’ meeting of 11 MAY 2006 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.19 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the capital on 1 or more occasions, in France or abroad, by a maximum nominal amount which shall not exceed 3% of the share capital, in favor of employees of the Company and related Companies, who are members of the Company Savings Plan; [Authority expires for a 26-month period]; to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; the shareholders’ meeting decided to cancel the shareholders’ preferential subscription rights in favor of the said employees; this authorization supersedes the 1 granted by the combined shareholders’ meeting of 15 MAY 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.20 | | Amend item 2 of Articles 11 ‘Board of Directors’ and 23 ‘General Meetings’ of the By-Laws in order to take into account the new Clauses in accordance with the Law 2008-776 of 04 AUG 2008, know as the French Act of Economy Modernization | | Management | | For | | For |
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THE CHARLES SCHWAB CORPORATION |
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Security | | 808513105 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | SCHW | | Meeting Date | | 14-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US8085131055 | | Agenda | | 933022636 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: NANCY H. BECHTLE | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WALTER W. BETTINGER II | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: C. PRESTON BUTCHER | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING DEATH BENEFITS | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING CORPORATE EXECUTIVE BONUS PLAN | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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GEN-PROBE INCORPORATED |
| | | |
Security | | 36866T103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | GPRO | | Meeting Date | | 14-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US36866T1034 | | Agenda | | 933031243 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN W. BROWN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN C. MARTIN PH.D. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: HENRY L. NORDHOFF | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE 2003 INCENTIVE AWARD PLAN OF GEN-PROBE INCORPORATED TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF SHARES OF COMMON STOCK AUTHORIZED FOR ISSUANCE THEREUNDER BY 2,500,000 SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | TO RATIFY THE SELECTION OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE INDEPENDENT AUDITORS OF GEN-PROBE INCORPORATED FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | TO APPROVE, THROUGH A NON-BINDING ADVISORY VOTE, THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ PROPOSED APPOINTMENT OF CARL W. HULL TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF GEN-PROBE INCORPORATED, EFFECTIVE MAY 18, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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CORRECTIONS CORPORATION OF AMERICA |
| | | |
Security | | 22025Y407 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | CXW | | Meeting Date | | 14-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US22025Y4070 | | Agenda | | 933033677 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 WILLIAM F. ANDREWS | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 JOHN D. FERGUSON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 DONNA M. ALVARADO | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 LUCIUS E. BURCH, III | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 5 JOHN D. CORRENTI | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 6 DENNIS W. DECONCINI | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 7 JOHN R. HORNE | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 8 C. MICHAEL JACOBI | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 9 THURGOOD MARSHALL, JR. | | | | For | | For |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 10 CHARLES L. OVERBY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 11 JOHN R. PRANN, JR. | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 12 JOSEPH V. RUSSELL | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 13 HENRI L. WEDELL | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT BY OUR AUDIT COMMITTEE OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | ADOPTION OF A STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL FOR THE COMPANY TO PROVIDE A SEMI-ANNUAL REPORT TO STOCKHOLDERS DISCLOSING CERTAIN INFORMATION WITH RESPECT TO THE COMPANY’S POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS AND EXPENDITURES. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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KENDLE INTERNATIONAL INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 48880L107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | KNDL | | Meeting Date | | 14-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US48880L1070 | | Agenda | | 933051144 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 CANDACE KENDLE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 CHRISTOPHER C. BERGEN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 ROBERT R. BUCK | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 G. STEVEN GEIS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 DONALD C. HARRISON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 TIMOTHY E. JOHNSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 TIMOTHY M. MOONEY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 8 FREDERICK A. RUSS | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS THE COMPANY’S REGISTERED INDEPENDENT PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO AMEND THE COMPANY’S CODE OF REGULATIONS TO AUTHORIZE THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO AMEND THE CODE OF REGULATIONS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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DRIL-QUIP, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 262037104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | DRQ | | Meeting Date | | 14-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US2620371045 | | Agenda | | 933055976 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 LARRY E. REIMERT | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 2 GARY D. SMITH | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 L.H. DICK ROBERTSON | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
02 | | APPROVAL OF THE APPOINTMENT OF BDO SEIDMAN LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | RE-APPROVAL OF PERFORMANCE CRITERIA FOR AWARDS UNDER THE 2004 INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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QUEST DIAGNOSTICS INCORPORATED |
| | | |
Security | | 74834L100 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | DGX | | Meeting Date | | 14-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US74834L1008 | | Agenda | | 933066676 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JENNE K. BRITELL, PH.D. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GAIL R. WILENSKY, PH.D. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN B. ZIEGLER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | TO APPROVE AMENDMENTS TO THE EMPLOYEE LONG-TERM INCENTIVE PLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | TO APPROVE AMENDMENTS TO THE LONG-TERM INCENTIVE PLAN FOR NON-EMPLOYEE DIRECTORS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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COMMERZBANK AG, FRANKFURT A/MAIN |
| | | |
Security | | D15642107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 15-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | DE0008032004 | | Agenda | | 701882727 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | AS A CONDITION OF VOTING, GERMAN MARKET REGULATIONS REQUIRE THAT YOU DISCLOSE WHETHER YOU HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST IN THIS COMPANY. SHOULD EITHER BE THE CASE, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE SO THAT WE MAY LODGE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS ACCORDINGLY. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST, SUBMIT YOUR VOTE AS NORMAL. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THE TRUE RECORD DATE FOR THIS MEETING IS 24 APR 2009, WHEREAS THE MEETING HAS BEEN SETUP USING THE ACTUAL RECORD DATE - 1 BUSINESS DAY. THIS IS DONE TO ENSURE THAT ALL POSITIONS REPORTED ARE IN CONCURRENCE WITH THE GERMAN LAW. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Presentation of the established financial statements and management report (including the explanatory report on information pursuant to Article 289 (4) of the German Commercial Code) of Commerzbank Aktiengesellschaft for the FY 2008, together with the presentation of the approved consolidated financial statements and Management report (including the explanatory report on information pursuant to Article 315 (4) of the German Commercial Code) of the Commerzbank Group for the FY 2008, the report of the Supervisory Board and the corporate governance and remuneration report for the FY 2008 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2. | | Approve the actions of the Members of the Board of Managing Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approve of the actions of the Members of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4. | | Resolution on the appointment of the Auditor, the Group Auditor and the Auditor tasked with reviewing the interim financial statements for FY 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5. | | Resolution on the appointment of the Auditor to review the interim financial statements for the first quarter of FY 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.1. | | Resolution on the election of Members of the Supervisory Board: Dr. Helmut Perlet | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.2. | | Resolution on the election of Members of the Supervisory Board: Dr. Nikolaus Von Bomhard | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.3. | | Resolution on the election of Members of the Supervisory Board: Dr. Edgar Meister | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Resolution on the authorization for Commerzbank Aktiengesellschaft to purchase its own shares for the purpose of securities trading, pursuant to Article 71 (1) no. 7 AKTG | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
8. | | Resolution on the authorization for the Board of Managing Directors to increase the Banks share capital [Authorized Capital 2009/I] and amendment of the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Resolution on the authorization for the Board of Managing Directors to increase the Bank s share capital [Authorized Capital 2009/I] with the possibility of excluding subscription rights pursuant to Article 186 (3) 4 AKTG if contributions in kind are made and amendment of the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
10. | | Resolution on a capital increase of EUR 767, 879,405.80 against cash without subscription rights for shareholders pursuant to Article 7 of the FMStBG (Acceleration Act) | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
11. | | Resolution on a capital increase of up to EUR 806,273,358.80 against cash with subscription rights for shareholders pursuant to Art. 7 of the FMStBG | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
12. | | Resolution on the granting of exchange rights in favour of the Financial Market Stabilization Fund and the conditional raising of the share capital pursuant to Article 7A of the FMStBG [Conditional Capital 2009] | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
13. | | Resolution on the authorization for the Board of Managing Directors to increase the Banks share capital against contributions in kind in favour of the Financial Market Stabilization Fund | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
14. | | Resolution on an amendment the Articles 12 of the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
15. | | Resolution on an amendment to the Articles of Association concerning the simplification of the granting of proxy statements | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
16. | | Resolution on an amendment to the Articles of Association to reflect a planned amendment to the AktG | | Management | | For | | For |
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17. | | AGENDA ITEM AT THE REQUEST OF SHAREHOLDERS: Withdrawal of confidence from the Chairman of the Board of Managing Directors, Mr. Martin Blessing, in accordance with Article 84 (3) 2 AktG | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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18. | | AGENDA ITEM AT THE REQUEST OF SHAREHOLDERS: Amendment to Articles 15 of the Articles of Association Supervisory Board remuneration | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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19. | | AGENDA ITEM AT THE REQUEST OF SHAREHOLDERS: Appointment of the Special Auditors pursuant to Articles 142 (1) AktG to examine the actions of management, in particular capital-raising measures with subscription rights excluded, in acquiring the 100% stake in Dresdner Bank Aktiengesellschaft from Allianz SE | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THE MEETING WILL BE CONTINUED ON SATURDAY 16 MAY 2009 FROM 10-AM ONWARDS IF THIS SHOULD BECOME NECESSARY. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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TOTAL SA, COURBEVOIE |
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Security | | F92124100 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 15-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000120271 | | Agenda | | 701919194 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary,-please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN AMENDMENT TO MEETING ID 519433 DUE TO ADDITION OF RESOLUTIONS. ALL VOTES RECEIVED ON THE PREVIOUS MEETING WILL BE DISREGARDED AND YOU WILL NEED TO REINSTRUCT ON THIS MEETING NOTICE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve the financial statements and statutory reports | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Approve the consolidated financial statements and statutory reports | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve the allocation of income and dividends of EUR 2.28 per share | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Approve the Special Auditors’ report presenting ongoing related party transactions | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Approve transaction with Mr. Thierry Desmarest | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.6 | | Approve transaction with Mr. Christophe De Margerie | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.7 | | Authorize to repurchase of up to 10% of issued share capital | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.8 | | Re-elect Ms. Anne Lauvergeon as a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.9 | | Re-elect Mr. Daniel Bouton as a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.10 | | Re-elect Mr. Bertrand Collomb as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.11 | | Re-elect Mr. Christophe De Margerie as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.12 | | Re-elect Mr. Michel Pebereau as a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.13 | | Elect Mr. Patrick Artus as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.14 | | Amend the Article 12 of the Bylaws regarding age limit for the Chairman | | Management | | For | | For |
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A. | | Approve the statutory modification to advertise individual allocations of stock options and free shares as provided by law | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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B. | | Approve the statutory modification relating to a new procedure for appointing the employee shareholder in order to enhance its representativeness and independence | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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C. | | Grant authority to freely allocate the Company’s shares to all the employees of the group | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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NETLOGIC MICROSYSTEMS, INC. |
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Security | | 64118B100 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | NETL | | Meeting Date | | 15-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US64118B1008 | | Agenda | | 933043159 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 STEVEN DOMENIK | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 DOUGLAS BROYLES | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | THE RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS THE INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR NETLOGIC MICROSYSTEMS, INC. FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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OLD DOMINION FREIGHT LINE, INC. |
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Security | | 679580100 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ODFL | | Meeting Date | | 18-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US6795801009 | | Agenda | | 933051764 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 EARL E. CONGDON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 DAVID S. CONGDON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 JOHN R. CONGDON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 J. PAUL BREITBACH | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 JOHN R. CONGDON, JR. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 ROBERT G. CULP, III | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 JOHN D. KASARDA | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 LEO H. SUGGS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 D. MICHAEL WRAY | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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SOCIETE GENERALE, PARIS |
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Security | | F43638141 | | Meeting Type | | Ordinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 19-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000130809 | | Agenda | | 701848852 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A MIX MEETING. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve the Company’s financial statements for the YE 31 DEC 2008, as presented, showing losses of EUR 2,963,598,323.26 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Approve to record the loss for the year as a deficit in retained earnings, following this appropriation, the retained earnings account of EUR 6,363,246,855.22 will show a new balance of EUR 3,399,648,531.96, global dividends deducted from the retained earnings account: EUR 696,872,692. 80 the shareholders will receive a net dividend of EUR 1.20 per share of a par value of EUR 1.25, and will entitle to the 40% deduction provided by the French Tax Code, this dividend will be paid on 09 JUN 2009, as required by Law, it is reminded that, for the last 3 FY, the dividends paid, were as: EUR 4.50 for FY 2005 EUR 5.20 for FY 2006 EUR 0.90 for FY 2007 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve the dividend payment will to be carried out in new shares as per the conditions: reinvestment period will be effective from 27 MAY 2009 to 10 JUN 2009, after the shareholders will receive the dividend payment in cash, the new shares will be created with dividend rights as of 01 JAN 2009, and authorize the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Approve the consolidated financial Statements and statutory reports of the Board of Directors and the Auditors for 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Receive the Special Auditors’ report on agreements governed by the Article L.225-38 of the French Code | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.6 | | Receive the Special Auditors’ report on retirement commitments in favor of Mr. Daniel Bouton, Mr. Phileppe Citerene and Mr. Didier LIX by the Article L.225-42-1 of the French Code | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.7 | | Receive the Special Auditors’ report on retirement commitments in favour of Mr. Severin Cabannes and Mr. Frederic Oudea by the Article L.225-42-1 of the French Code | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.8 | | Receive the Special Auditors’ report on retirement indemnity commitments in favor of Mr. Frederic Oudea by the Article L.225-42-1 of the French Code | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.9 | | Renew the appointment of Mr. Jean Azema as a Director for a 4 year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.10 | | Renew the appointment of Mrs. Elisabeth Lulin as a Director for a 4 year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.11 | | Ratify the Co-optation of Mr. Robert Castaigne as a Director, to replace Mr. Elie Cohen, resigning, for the remaining time of Mr. Elie Cohen’s term of office, until the shareholders’ meeting called in 2010 and to approve the financial statements for the FY | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.12 | | Appoint Mr. Jean-Bernard Levy as a director for a 4-year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.13 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to trade by all means, in the Company’s shares on the stock market, subject to the conditions: maximum purchase price: EUR 105.00, maximum number of shares to be acquired: 58,072,724, i.e.10% of the share capital, maximum funds invested in the share buybacks: EUR 6,097,636,020.00; [Authority expires after 18-month period], this authorization supersedes the unspent remaining period of the authorization granted by the shareholders’ meeting of 27 MAY 27 2008 in its Resolution 9, the shareholders’ meeting delegates all powers to the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.14 | | Approve to add Article 20 granting powers to the Bylaws | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.15 | | Authorize the Board of Directors, under approval of resolution 16, to increase the share capital up to a maximum nominal amount of EUR 241,900,000,00, that is 33.3% of the share capital, by issuance of preference shares without voting right and preferred subscribed rights for any cash capital increase; [Authority expires after 14 month period] | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.16 | | Approve to introduce preference shares within the bylaws subject to approval of Resolution 16, consequently, a new class of shares known as B shares will be created composed with preference shares without voting right and preferential subscription right for any cash capital increase; the share capital will be divided into 2 Classes of shares A shares, corresponding to all ordinary shares, and B shares accordingly, and authorize the Board of Directors to amend the Articles of the Bylaws | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.17 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital, on one or more occasions, and its sole discretion, by issuing shares or securities giving access to the share capital in favor of employees of the Company and its subsidiaries who are Members of a Company savings plan; [Authority expires after 14 month period]; and for a nominal amount that shall not exceed 1.75% of the share capital, the Global amount of capital increase carried out under this present Resolution shall count against the ones specified in 10 and 11 Resolutions of the combined shareholders’ meeting held on 27 MAY 2008, and approve to cancel the shareholders preferential subscription rights in favor of Members of the said savings plan, this authorization supersedes unspent remaining period of the authorization granted by shareholders’ meeting of 27 MAY 2008, in its Resolution 14, expect what concerns the completion of the share capital increases reserved for Members of a Company savings plan which has been set by the Board of Directors during its meeting of 17 FEB 2009, and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.18 | | Approve to increase the ceiling of capital increase with the shareholder’s preferential subscription right maintained set forth in the Resolution 10 granted by the shareholders meeting held on 27 MAY 2008; the global amount of share capital increase originally set at EUR 220,000,000.00 will increase to EUR 360,000,000.00 i.e., 30.2% to 49.6% of the share capital; [Authority expires after 26 month period] | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.19 | | Grant full powers to the bearer of an original, a copy or extract of the minutes of this meeting to carry out all filings, publications and other formalities prescribed by law | | Management | | For | | For |
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CREDIT AGRICOLE SA, PARIS |
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Security | | F22797108 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 19-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000045072 | | Agenda | | 701855554 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN MIX MEETING. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve the Company’s financial statements for the YE 31 DEC 2008, as presented, and the expenses and charges that were not Tax deductible of EUR 157,353.00 with a corresponding Tax of EUR 54,177.00 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Approve the consolidated financial statements for the said FY, in the form presented to the meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve the recommendations of the Board of Directors and resolves that the in come for the FY of EUR 248,598,945.42, be appropriated as: it resolves to fund to the legal reserve: EUR 12,429,947.27, it notes that the distributable income, after the allocation to the legal reserve and due to the positive balance on retained earnings of EUR 5,133,758,198.11, amounts to EUR 5,369,927,196.26, the dividends are of EUR 1,001,854,123.20, the retained earnings will show a new amount of EUR 4,368,073,073.06; the shareholders will receive a net dividend of EUR 0.45 per share, and will entitle to the 40% deduction provided by the French Tax Code; this dividend will be paid on 23 JUN 2009; in the event that the Company holds some of its own shares on the day the dividend is paid, the amount of the unpaid dividend on such shares shall be allocated to the retained earnings account; and authorize the Board of Directors to proceed with this registration; as required by law, it is reminded that, for the last 3 FY, the dividends paid, were as: EUR 0.94 for FY 2005, entitled to the 40% deduction, EUR 1.15 for FY 2006, entitled to the 40% deduction, EUR 1.20 for FY 2007, entitled to the 40% deduction | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Approve to decide to grant to each shareholder an option granting the right to receive the dividend payment in cash or in shares, as per the conditions: this option will be effective from 27 MAY 2009 to 11 JUN 2009; after, the shareholders will receive the dividend payment in cash as from 23 JUN 2009; if the dividend amount does not correspond to an integer of shares, the shareholder will receive the immediately lower number of shares with a balancing cash adjustment; the new shares will be created with dividend rights as of 01 JAN 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Approve, the special report of the Auditors on agreements governed by Articles L.225-38 ET sequence of the French Commercial Code, the said report and the agreements referred to therein | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.6 | | Approve, the special report of the Auditors on regulated agreements, all the retirement commitments in favor of Mr. Georges Pauget, General Manager | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.7 | | Approve, the special report of the Auditors on regulated agreements, all the retirement commitments in favor of Mr. Jean-Yves Hocher, Deputy General Manager | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.8 | | Approve, the special report of the Auditors on regulated agreements, all the retirement commitments in favor of Mr. Jacques Lenormand, Deputy General Manager | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.9 | | Approve, the special report of the Auditors on regulated agreements, all the retirement commitments in favor of Mr. Jean-Frederic De Leusse, Deputy General Manager | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.10 | | Approve to renew the appointment of the Mr. Sas Rue La Boe Tie as a Director for a 3-year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.11 | | Approve to renew the appointment of Mr. Gerard Cazals as a Director for a 3-year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.12 | | Approve to renew the appointment of Mr. Noel Dupuy as a Director for a 3-year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.13 | | Approve to renew the appointment of Mrs. Carole Giraud as a Director for a 3-year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.14 | | Approve to renew the appointment of Mr. Dominique Lefebvre as a Director for a 3-year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.15 | | Approve the appointment of Mr. Patrick Clavelou as a Director, to replace Mr. Bernard Mary, for the remainder of Mr. Bernard Mary’s term of office, i.e. until the shareholders’ meeting called to approve the financial statements for the FYE 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.16 | | Approve to renew the appointment of Mr. Patrick Clavelou as a Director for a 3-year periods paid, were as: EUR 0.94 for FY 2005, entitled to the 40% deduction, EUR 1.15 for FY 2006, entitled to the 40% deduction, EUR 1.20 for FY 2007, entitled to the 40% deduction | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.17 | | Appoint the Director, to replace Mr. Philippe Camus, for the remainder of Mr. Philippe Camus’ term of office, i.e. until the shareholders’ meeting called to approve the financial statements for the FYE 31 DEC 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.18 | | Approve to award total annual fees of EUR 950,000.00 to the Members of the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.19 | | Authorizes the Board of Directors to buy the Company’s ordinary shares on the stock market, subject to the conditions: maximum purchase price: EUR 15.00, maximum number of shares to be acquired: 10% of the total number of ordinary shares, maximum funds invested in the share buybacks: EUR 2,000,000,010.00, which represents 133,333,334 ordinary shares; the number of shares acquired by the Company with a view to their retention or their subsequent delivery in payment or exchange as part of a merger, divestment or capital contribution cannot exceed 5% of the ordinary shares in the Company; [Authority expires after 18-month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders’ meeting of may 21, 2008 in its Resolution 17 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.20 | | Authorize to repurchase up to 10% of preference share capital, subject to approval of Item 23, 24, 36, or 37 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.21 | | Amend the Article 10.2 of Bylaws re: maximum number of terms for the Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.22 | | Authorize the new class of preferred stock and amend Bylaws accordingly, subject to approval of Item 23, 24, 36, or 37 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.23 | | Authorize the issuance of preferred stock with preemptive rights for up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 2,226,342,496, subject to approval of Item 22 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.24 | | Authorize the issuance of preferred stock without preemptive rights for up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 2,226,342,496, subject to approval of Item 22 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.25 | | Authorize the Board to increase capital in the event of additional demand related to delegation submitted to shareholder vote above | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.26 | | Authorize the issuance of equity or equity linked securities with preemptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 3.3 billion | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.27 | | Authorize the issuance of equity or equity linked securities without preemptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 1 billion | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.28 | | Authorize the Board to increase capital in the event of additional demand related to delegation submitted to shareholder vote above | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.29 | | Authorize the capital increase of up to 10% of issued capital for future acquisitions | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.30 | | Authorize the Board to set issue price for 10% of issued capital pursuant to issuance authority without preemptive rights | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.31 | | Approve to set Global Limit for capital increase to result from issuance requests under Items 23 through 30 at EUR 5.5 billion | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.32 | | Approve the issuance of securities convertible into debt up to an aggregate amount of EUR 5 billion | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.33 | | Authorize the capitalization of reserves of up to EUR 1 billion for bonus issue or increase in par value | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.34 | | Approve the Employee Stock Purchase Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.35 | | Approve the Stock Purchase Plan reserved for international employees | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.36 | | Approve the Employee Preferred Stock Purchase Plan, subject to approval of Item 22 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.37 | | Approve Employee Preferred Stock Purchase Plan for International Employees, Subject to approval of Item 22 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.38 | | Approve the reduction in share capital via cancellation of repurchased shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.39 | | Approve the reduction in share capital via cancellation of repurchased preference shares | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.40 | | Authorize the filing of required documents/other formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO CHANGE IN NUMBERING OF RESOLUTIONS. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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ROYAL DUTCH SHELL PLC |
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Security | | G7690A118 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 19-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | GB00B03MM408 | | Agenda | | 701911833 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Adopt the annual report and accounts | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the remuneration report | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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3. | | Appoint Mr. Simon Henry as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Re-appoint Mr. Lord Kerr of Kinlochard as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Re-appoint Mr. Wim Kok as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Re-appoint Mr. Nick Land as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Re-appoint Mr. Jorma Ollila as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Re-appoint Mr. Jeroen ven der Veer as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Re-appoint Mr. Hans Wijers as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Re-appoint PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as the Auditors of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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11. | | Approve the remuneration of the Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
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12. | | Grant authority for the issue of equity or equity-linked securities with pre-emptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 145 million | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.13 | | Grant authority, subject to the previous resolution being passed, for the issue of equity or equity-linked securities without pre-emptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 21 million | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.14 | | Grant authority to purchase 624 million ordinary shares for Market Purchase | | Management | | For | | For |
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15. | | Authorize the Company and its Subsidiaries to make EU Political Donations to Political Organizations other than Political Parties up to GBP 200,000 and to incur EU Political Expenditure up to GBP 200,000 | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO RECEIPT OF AUDITOR NAME. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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JPMORGAN CHASE & CO. |
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Security | | 46625H100 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | JPM | | Meeting Date | | 19-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US46625H1005 | | Agenda | | 933038641 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CRANDALL C. BOWLES | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: STEPHEN B. BURKE | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID M. COTE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JAMES S. CROWN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JAMES DIMON | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ELLEN V. FUTTER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WILLIAM H. GRAY, III | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LABAN P. JACKSON, JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID C. NOVAK | | Management | | For | | For |
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1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LEE R. RAYMOND | | Management | | For | | For |
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1K | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WILLIAM C. WELDON | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | APPOINTMENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | ADVISORY VOTE ON EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | GOVERNMENTAL SERVICE REPORT | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
| | | | |
05 | | CUMULATIVE VOTING | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
| | | | |
06 | | SPECIAL SHAREOWNER MEETINGS | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
| | | | |
07 | | CREDIT CARD LENDING PRACTICES | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
| | | | |
08 | | CHANGES TO KEPP | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
| | | | |
09 | | SHARE RETENTION | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
| | | | |
10 | | CARBON PRINCIPLES REPORT | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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PRINCIPAL FINANCIAL GROUP, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 74251V102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | PFG | | Meeting Date | | 19-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US74251V1026 | | Agenda | | 933040406 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: J. BARRY GRISWELL | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RICHARD L. KEYSER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ARJUN K. MATHRANI | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ELIZABETH E. TALLETT | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | APPROVE AMENDMENT OF EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | RATIFICATION OF INDEPENDENT AUDITORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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NORDSTROM, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 655664100 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | JWN | | Meeting Date | | 19-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US6556641008 | | Agenda | | 933040521 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PHYLLIS J. CAMPBELL | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ENRIQUE HERNANDEZ, JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT G. MILLER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: BLAKE W. NORDSTROM | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ERIK B. NORDSTROM | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PETER E. NORDSTROM | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PHILIP G. SATRE | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT D. WALTER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ALISON A. WINTER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | APPROVAL OF EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT BONUS PLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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OMNICELL, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 68213N109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | OMCL | | Meeting Date | | 19-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US68213N1090 | | Agenda | | 933043402 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 MARY E. FOLEY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 RANDALL A. LIPPS | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 JOSEPH E. WHITTERS | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | PROPOSAL TO ADOPT THE OMNICELL, INC. 2009 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN, AS DESCRIBED IN THE ACCOMPANYING PROXY STATEMENT | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE OMNICELL, INC. 1997 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN TO, AMONG OTHER THINGS, INCREASE THE AGGREGATE SHARE RESERVE TO A TOTAL OF 3,000,000 SHARES, AS DESCRIBED IN THE ACCOMPANYING PROXY STATEMENT | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE SELECTION OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM OF THE COMPANY FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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DEXCOM INC |
| | | |
Security | | 252131107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | DXCM | | Meeting Date | | 19-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US2521311074 | | Agenda | | 933049086 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 TERRANCE H. GREGG | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 KEVIN SAYER | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | TO REAPPROVE THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE SECTION 162(M) PROVISIONS OF OUR 2005 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN TO PRESERVE OUR ABILITY TO DEDUCT FOR CORPORATE INCOME TAX PURPOSES COMPENSATION THAT QUALIFIES AS PERFORMANCE-BASED COMPENSATION UNDER SECTION 162(M) OF THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | TO RATIFY THE SELECTION BY THE AUDIT COMMITTEE OF OUR BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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SAP AG |
| | | |
Security | | 803054204 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | SAP | | Meeting Date | | 19-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US8030542042 | | Agenda | | 933056889 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
02 | | RESOLUTION ON THE APPROPRIATION OF THE RETAINED EARNINGS OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2008 | | Management | | For | | |
| | | | |
03 | | RESOLUTION ON THE FORMAL APPROVAL OF THE ACTS OF THE EXECUTIVE BOARD IN THE FISCAL YEAR 2008 | | Management | | For | | |
| | | | |
04 | | RESOLUTION ON THE FORMAL APPROVAL OF THE ACTS OF THE SUPERVISORY BOARD IN THE FISCAL YEAR 2008 | | Management | | For | | |
| | | | |
05 | | APPOINTMENT OF THE AUDITOR OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND GROUP FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2009 | | Management | | For | | |
| | | | |
06 | | RESOLUTION ON AUTHORIZATION TO ACQUIRE AND USE TREASURY SHARES PURSUANT TO SECTION 71 (1) NO. 8 OF GERMAN STOCK CORPORATION ACT (AKTIENGESETZ; AKTG), WITH POSSIBLE EXCLUSION OF SHAREHOLDERS’ SUBSCRIPTION RIGHTS & POTENTIAL RIGHTS TO OFFER SHARES | | Management | | For | | |
| | | | |
07 | | RESOLUTION ON THE AMENDMENT OF SECTION 19 OF THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION TO REFLECT THE GERMAN ACT IMPLEMENTING THE SHAREHOLDERS’ RIGHTS DIRECTIVE (GESETZ ZUR UMSETZUNG DER AKTIONARSRICHTLINIE; ARUG) | | Management | | For | | |
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RUSH ENTERPRISES, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 781846209 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | RUSHA | | Meeting Date | | 19-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US7818462092 | | Agenda | | 933057956 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 W. MARVIN RUSH | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 W.M. “RUSTY” RUSH | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 RONALD J. KRAUSE | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 4 JAMES C. UNDERWOOD | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 5 HAROLD D. MARSHALL | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 6 THOMAS A. AKIN | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 7 GERALD R. SZCZEPANSKI | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP TO SERVE AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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BIGBAND NETWORKS INC |
| | | |
Security | | 089750509 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | BBND | | Meeting Date | | 19-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US0897505097 | | Agenda | | 933080296 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 MICHAEL J. POHL | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 ROBERT SACHS | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 GEOFFREY YANG | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP, AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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GLAXOSMITHKLINE PLC |
| | | |
Security | | G3910J112 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 20-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | GB0009252882 | | Agenda | | 701867701 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Receive and adopt the Directors report and financial statements | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2. | | Approve the remuneration report | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3. | | Elect Mr. James Murdoch as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4. | | Elect Mr. Larry Culp as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | | | |
5. | | Re-elect Sir. Crispin Davis as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
6. | | Re-elect Dr. Moncef Slaoui as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
7. | | Re-elect Mr. Tom de Swaan as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
8. | | Re-appoint the Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
9. | | Approve the remuneration of the Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
10. | | Authorize the Company and its subsidiaries to make political donations to political organization and incur political expenditure | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
11. | | Grant authority to allot shares | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
S.12 | | Approve the disapplication of pre-emption rights | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
S.13 | | Authorize the Company to purchase its own shares | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
14. | | Approve the exemption from statement of Senior Statutory Auditors name | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
S.15 | | Approve the reduced notice of general meeting other than an AGM | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
16. | | Adopt the GlaxoSmithKline GSK 2009 Performance Share Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
17. | | Adopt the GSK 2009 Share Option Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
18. | | Adopt the GSK 2009 Deferred Annual Bonus Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO RECEIPT OF CONSERVATIVE CUT-OFF. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 717124101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | PPDI | | Meeting Date | | 20-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US7171241018 | | Agenda | | 933035417 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 STUART BONDURANT, M.D. | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 FREDRIC N. ESHELMAN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 FREDERICK FRANK | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 GENERAL DAVID L. GRANGE | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 5 CATHERINE M. KLEMA | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 6 TERRY MAGNUSON, PH.D. | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 7 ERNEST MARIO, PH.D. | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 8 JOHN A. MCNEILL, JR. | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT AND RESTATEMENT OF THE COMPANY’S 1995 EQUITY COMPENSATION PLAN WHICH, AMONG OTHER THINGS, INCREASES THE NUMBER OF SHARES OF OUR COMMON STOCK RESERVED FOR ISSUANCE UNDER THE PLAN BY 8,300,000 FROM 21,259,004 SHARES TO 29,559,004 SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | IN THEIR DISCRETION, THE PROXIES ARE AUTHORIZED TO VOTE UPON SUCH OTHER MATTERS AS MAY PROPERLY COME BEFORE THE MEETING. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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THERMO FISHER SCIENTIFIC INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 883556102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | TMO | | Meeting Date | | 20-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US8835561023 | | Agenda | | 933042400 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 JUDY C. LEWENT | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 PETER J. MANNING | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 JIM P. MANZI | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 ELAINE S. ULLIAN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE AUDIT COMMITTEE’S SELECTION OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT AUDITORS FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
LOJACK CORPORATION |
| | | |
Security | | 539451104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | LOJN | | Meeting Date | | 20-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US5394511043 | | Agenda | | 933045278 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 RORY J. COWAN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 JOHN H. MACKINNON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 ROBERT J. MURRAY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 ROBERT L. REWEY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 5 RICHARD T. RILEY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 6 HARVEY ROSENTHAL | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 7 MARIA RENNA SHARPE | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 8 RONALD V. WATERS III | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | AMEND THE COMPANY’S 2008 STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
03 | | RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS THE INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM OF THE COMPANY FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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CELERA CORPORATION |
| | | |
Security | | 15100E106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | CRA | | Meeting Date | | 20-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US15100E1064 | | Agenda | | 933053439 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JEAN-LUC BELINGARD | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PETER BARTON HUTT | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GAIL K. NAUGHTON | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE SELECTION OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 26, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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SOUTHWEST AIRLINES CO. |
| | | |
Security | | 844741108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | LUV | | Meeting Date | | 20-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US8447411088 | | Agenda | | 933057588 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 DAVID W. BIEGLER | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 2 C. WEBB CROCKETT | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 3 WILLIAM H. CUNNINGHAM | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 4 JOHN G. DENISON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 5 TRAVIS C. JOHNSON | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 6 GARY C. KELLY | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 7 NANCY B. LOEFFLER | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 8 JOHN T. MONTFORD | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 9 DANIEL D. VILLANUEVA | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | APPROVAL OF THE SOUTHWEST AIRLINES CO. AMENDED AND RESTATED 1991 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | RATIFICATION OF THE SELECTION OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT AUDITORS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | REINCORPORATION IN A SHAREHOLDER-FRIENDLY STATE. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
| | | | |
05 | | ADOPTION OF PRINCIPLES FOR HEALTH CARE REFORM. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
| | | | | | |
CROWN CASTLE INTERNATIONAL CORP |
| | | |
Security | | 228227104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | CCI | | Meeting Date | | 21-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US2282271046 | | Agenda | | 933035378 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 CINDY CHRISTY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 ARI Q. FITZGERALD | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 ROBERT E. GARRISON II | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 JOHN P. KELLY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | TO APPROVE RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
LUMINEX CORPORATION |
| | | |
Security | | 55027E102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | LMNX | | Meeting Date | | 21-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US55027E1029 | | Agenda | | 933037904 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 PATRICK J. BALTHROP, SR | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 G. WALTER LOEWENBAUM II | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 KEVIN M. MCNAMARA | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 EDWARD A. OGUNRO, PH.D | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE THE LUMINEX CORPORATION AMENDED AND RESTATED 2006 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR FISCAL 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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MEDAREX, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 583916101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | MEDX | | Meeting Date | | 21-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US5839161016 | | Agenda | | 933038122 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 MARC RUBIN, M.D. | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 RONALD J. SALDARINI PHD | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 CHARLES R. SCHALLER | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | THE RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT BY THE AUDIT COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS MEDAREX’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
TIFFANY & CO. |
| | | |
Security | | 886547108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | TIF | | Meeting Date | | 21-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US8865471085 | | Agenda | | 933044961 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MICHAEL J. KOWALSKI | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROSE MARIE BRAVO | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GARY E. COSTLEY | | Management | | For | | For |
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4 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LAWRENCE K. FISH | | Management | | For | | For |
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5 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ABBY F. KOHNSTAMM | | Management | | For | | For |
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6 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CHARLES K. MARQUIS | | Management | | For | | For |
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7 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PETER W. MAY | | Management | | For | | For |
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8 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: J. THOMAS PRESBY | | Management | | For | | For |
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9 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WILLIAM A. SHUTZER | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE SELECTION OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE TIFFANY & CO. 2005 EMPLOYEE INCENTIVE PLAN TO INCREASE BY 2,500,000 THE MAXIMUM NUMBER OF SHARES THAT MAY BE ISSUED UNDER THE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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SEI INVESTMENTS COMPANY |
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Security | | 784117103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | SEIC | | Meeting Date | | 21-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US7841171033 | | Agenda | | 933049391 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 CARMEN V. ROMEO | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 2 RICHARD B. LIEB | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS SEI INVESTMENTS COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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DEAN FOODS COMPANY |
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Security | | 242370104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | DF | | Meeting Date | | 21-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US2423701042 | | Agenda | | 933053706 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 JANET HILL | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 HECTOR M. NEVARES | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | PROPOSAL TO AMEND THE DEAN FOODS COMPANY 2007 STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS INDEPENDENT AUDITOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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GENZYME CORPORATION |
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Security | | 372917104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | GENZ | | Meeting Date | | 21-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US3729171047 | | Agenda | | 933056132 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | RE-ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DOUGLAS A. BERTHIAUME | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | RE-ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GAIL K. BOUDREAUX | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | RE-ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT J. CARPENTER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | RE-ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CHARLES L. COONEY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | RE-ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: VICTOR J. DZAU | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | RE-ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: SENATOR CONNIE MACK III | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | RE-ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RICHARD F. SYRON | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | RE-ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: HENRI A. TERMEER | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | A PROPOSAL TO AMEND THE 2004 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF SHARES OF COMMON STOCK AVAILABLE FOR ISSUANCE UNDER THE PLAN BY 2,500,000 SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | A PROPOSAL TO APPROVE THE 2009 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | A PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE AUDIT COMMITTEE’S SELECTION OF INDEPENDENT AUDITORS FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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BJ’S WHOLESALE CLUB, INC. |
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Security | | 05548J106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | BJ | | Meeting Date | | 21-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US05548J1060 | | Agenda | | 933057792 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CHRISTINE M. COURNOYER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: EDMOND J. ENGLISH | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: HELEN FRAME PETERS | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROVAL OF THE AMENDMENT TO THE 2008 AMENDED AND RESTATED MANAGEMENT INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVAL OF THE AMENDMENT TO THE 2008 AMENDED AND RESTATED GROWTH INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | APPROVAL OF THE AMENDMENT TO THE 2007 STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | RATIFICATION OF THE AUDIT COMMITTEE’S SELECTION OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JANUARY 30, 2010. | | Management | | For | | For |
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ALIGN TECHNOLOGY, INC. |
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Security | | 016255101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ALGN | | Meeting Date | | 21-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US0162551016 | | Agenda | | 933059811 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 DAVID E. COLLINS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 JOSEPH LACOB | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 C. RAYMOND LARKIN, JR. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 GEORGE J. MORROW | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 THOMAS M. PRESCOTT | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 GREG J. SANTORA | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 WARREN S. THALER | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF SELECTION OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS: PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS ALIGN TECHNOLOGY, INC.’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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VOCUS INC. |
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Security | | 92858J108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | VOCS | | Meeting Date | | 21-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US92858J1088 | | Agenda | | 933066931 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 GARY GOLDING | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 RICHARD MOORE | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM OF OUR COMPANY FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE OUR COMPANY’S 2005 STOCK AWARD PLAN FOR PURPOSES OF SECTION 162(M) OF THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE. | | Management | | For | | For |
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HSBC HOLDINGS PLC |
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Security | | 404280406 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | HBC | | Meeting Date | | 22-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US4042804066 | | Agenda | | 933041547 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | TO RECEIVE THE REPORT AND ACCOUNTS FOR 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO APPROVE THE DIRECTORS’ REMUNERATION REPORT FOR 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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3A | | TO RE-ELECT S A CATZ A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3B | | TO RE-ELECT V H C CHENG A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3C | | TO RE-ELECT M K T CHEUNG A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3D | | TO RE-ELECT J D COOMBE A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3E | | TO RE-ELECT J L DURAN A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3F | | TO RE-ELECT R A FAIRHEAD A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3G | | TO RE-ELECT D J FLINT A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3H | | TO RE-ELECT A A FLOCKHART A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3I | | TO RE-ELECT W K L FUNG A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3J | | TO RE-ELECT M F GEOGHEGAN A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3K | | TO RE-ELECT S K GREEN A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3L | | TO RE-ELECT S T GULLIVER A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3M | | TO RE-ELECT J W J HUGHES-HALLETT A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3N | | TO RE-ELECT W S H LAIDLAW A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3O | | TO RE-ELECT J R LOMAX A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3P | | TO RE-ELECT SIR MARK MOODY-STUART A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3Q | | TO RE-ELECT G MORGAN A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3R | | TO RE-ELECT N R N MURTHY A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3S | | TO RE-ELECT S M ROBERTSON A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3T | | TO RE-ELECT J L THORNTON A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3U | | TO RE-ELECT SIR BRIAN WILLIAMSON A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | TO REAPPOINT THE AUDITOR AT REMUNERATION TO BE DETERMINED BY THE GROUP AUDIT COMMITTEE | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | TO AUTHORISE THE DIRECTORS TO ALLOT SHARES | | Management | | For | | For |
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06 | | TO DISAPPLY PRE-EMPTION RIGHTS (SPECIAL RESOLUTION) | | Management | | For | | For |
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07 | | TO AUTHORISE THE COMPANY TO PURCHASE ITS OWN ORDINARY SHARES | | Management | | For | | For |
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08 | | TO ADOPT NEW ARTICLES OF ASSOCIATION WITH EFFECT FROM 1 OCTOBER 2009 (SPECIAL RESOLUTION) | | Management | | For | | For |
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09 | | TO APPROVE GENERAL MEETINGS (OTHER THAN ANNUAL GENERAL MEETINGS) BEING CALLED ON 14 CLEAR DAYS’ NOTICE (SPECIAL RESOLUTION) | | Management | | For | | For |
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CERNER CORPORATION |
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Security | | 156782104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | CERN | | Meeting Date | | 22-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US1567821046 | | Agenda | | 933059405 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 CLIFFORD W. ILLIG | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 WILLIAM B. NEAVES, PH.D | | | | For | | For |
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2 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS THE INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM OF CERNER CORPORATION FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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FRANCE TELECOM SA |
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Security | | F4113C103 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 26-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000133308 | | Agenda | | 701879958 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | “French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative.” | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Receive the reports of the Board of Directors and the Auditor’s, approve the Company’s financial statements for the YE 31 DEC 2008, as presented and showing the earnings for the FY of EUR 3,234,431,372.50; grant permanent discharge to the Members of the Board of Directors for the performance of their duties during the said FY | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Receive the reports of the Board of Directors and the Auditor’s, approve the consolidated financial statements for the said FY, in the form presented to the meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve to acknowledge the earnings amount to EUR 3,234,431,372.50 and decide to allocate to the Legal Reserve EUR 256,930.00 which shows a new amount of EUR 1,045,996,494.40 notes that the distributable income after allocating to the Legal Reserve EUR 256,930.00 and taking into account the retained earnings amounting to EUR 12,454,519,240.25, amounts to EUR 15,688,693,682.75, resolve to pay a dividend of EUR 1.40 per share which will entitle to the 40% deduction provided by the French General Tax Code and to appropriate the balance of the distributable income to the ’Retained Earnings’ account, and the interim dividend of EUR 0.60 was already paid on 11 SEP 2008; receive a remaining dividend of EUR 0.80 on E-half of the dividend balance, I.E, EUR 0.40, will be paid in shares as per the following conditions: the shareholders may opt for the dividend payment in shares from 02 JUN 2009 to 23 JUN 2009, the balance of the dividend will be paid on 30 JUN 2009, regardless the means of payment; the shares will be created with dividend rights as of 01 JAN 2009, in the event that the Company holds some of its own shares shall be allocated to the retained earnings account as required By Law | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Receive the special report of the Auditors on agreements governed by Articles L.225-38 of the French Commercial Code; approve the said report and the agreements referred to therein | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.5 | | Approve to renew the appointment of Ernst and Young audit as the Statutory Auditor for a 6-year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.6 | | Approve to renew the appointment of Auditex as the Deputy Auditor for a 6-year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.7 | | Approve to renew the appointment of Deloitte ET Association as the Statutory Auditor for a 6-year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.8 | | Approve to renew the appointment of Beas as the Deputy Auditor for a 6-year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.9 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to buyback the Company’s shares in the open market, subject to the conditions described below: maximum purchase price: EUR 40.00, maximum number of shares to be acquired: 10% of the share capital, maximum funds invested in the shares buybacks: EUR 10,459,964,944.00, and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; [Authority expires at the end of 18-month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders meeting of 27 MAY 2008 in Resolution 6 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.10 | | Amend the Article NR 13 of the Bye-Laws Board of Directors, in order to fix the minimal number of shares in the Company, of which the Directors elected by the General Meeting must be holders | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.11 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to issue, with the shareholders preferential subscription right maintained, shares in the Company and the securities giving access to shares of the Company or one of its subsidiaries; [Authority expires at the end of 26-month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders meeting 21 MAY 2007 in resolution 8, the maximum nominal amount of capital increase to be carried out under this delegation authority shall not exceed EUR 2,000,000,000.00, the overall nominal amount of debt securities to be issued shall not exceed EUR 10,000,000,000.00 and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.12 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to issue by way of a public offering and or by way of an offer reserved for qualified investors in accordance with the Financial and Monetary code, with cancellation of the shareholders preferential subscription rights, shares in the Company or one of its subsidiaries; [Authority expires at the end of 26-month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders meeting 21 MAY 2007 in resolution 9, the maximum nominal amount of capital increase to be carried out under this delegation authority shall not exceed the overall value governed by the current legal and regulatory requirements, the overall amount of debt securities to be issued shall not exceed and shall count against, the overall value related to debt securities set forth in the previous resolution and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.13 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the number of securities to be issued, at the same price as the initial issue, within 30 days of the closing of the subscription period and up to a maximum of 15% of the initial issue, for each of the issues decided in accordance with resolutions 11 and 12, subject to the compliance with the overall value set forth in the resolution where the issue is decided; [Authority expires at the end of 26-month period] | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.14 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to issue Company’s shares or securities giving access to the Company’s existing or future shares, in consideration for securities tendered in a public exchange offer initiated in France or abroad by the Company concerning the shares of another listed Company; [Authority expires at the end of 26-month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders meeting 21 MAY 2007 in resolution 12 the maximum nominal amount of capital increase to be carried out under this delegation authority is | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | set at EUR 1,500,000,000.00, the total nominal amount of capital increase to be carried out under this delegation of authority shall count against the overall value of capital increase set by resolution 12, the overall amount of debt securities to be issued shall not exceed and shall count against, the overall value related to debt securities set forth in the previous resolution 11 and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | | | | | |
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E.15 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital up to a nominal overall amount representing 10% of the share capital by way of issuing Company’s shares or securities giving access to the existing or future shares, in consideration for the contributions in kind granted to the Company and comprised of capital securities or securities giving access to the share capital, the nominal overall value of capital increase resulting from the issues decided by virtue of the present resolution 12, the overall amount of debt securities to be issued shall not exceed and shall count against, the overall value related to debt securities set forth in the previous resolution 11; [Authority expires at the end of 26-month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders meeting of 21 MAY 2007 in resolution 13, and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.16 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase on one or more occasions, the share capital issuance of the Company’s shares to be subscribed either in cash or by offsetting of the debts, the maximum nominal amount increase to be carried out under this delegation of authority is set at EUR 70,000,000.00, this amount shall count against the ceiling set forth in Resolution 18, and to cancel the shareholders preferential subscription rights in favour of the holders of options giving the right to subscribe shares or shares of the Company Orange S.A., who signed a liquidity contract with the Company, and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; [Authority expires at the end of 18-month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders meeting of 27 MAY 2008 in resolution 13 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.17 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to proceed on 1 or more occasions with the issue and the allocation free of charge of liquidity instruments on options (“ILO”), in favour of the holders of options giving the right to subscribe shares of the Company Orange S.A., having signed a liquidity contract with the Company, the maximum nominal amount increase to be carried out under this delegation of authority is set at EUR 1,000,000.00 this amount shall count against the ceiling set forth in Resolution 18 and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; [Authority expires at the end of 18-month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders meeting of 27 MAY 2008 in Resolution 14 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.18 | | Adopt the 7 previous resolutions and approve to decides that the maximum nominal amount pertaining to the capital increases to be carried out with the use of the delegations given by these 7 resolutions set at EUR 3,500,000,000.00 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.19 | | Authorize the Board of Directors, to issue on 1 or more occasions, in France or abroad, and, or on the international market, any securities (Other than shares) giving right to the allocation of debt securities, the nominal amount of debt securities to be issued shall not exceed EUR 7,000,000,000.00 and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; [Authority expires at the end of 26-month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders meeting of 21 MAY 2007 in Resolution 18 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.20 | | Approve to delegate to the securities all powers to increase the share capital in 1 or more occasions, by way of capitalizing reserves, profits or premiums, provided that such capitalization is allowed by Law and under the Bye-Laws, by issuing bonus shares or raising the par value of existing shares, or by a combination of these methods, the ceiling of the nominal amount of capital increase resulting from the issues carried by virtue of the present delegation is set at EUR 2,000,000,000.00; [Authority expires at the end of 26-month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders meeting of 21 MAY 2007 in Resolution 19 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.21 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to grant for free on 1 or more occasions, existing shares in favour of the employees or the corporate officers of the Company and related groups or Companies, they may not represent more than 1% of the share capital and it has been decided to cancel the shareholder’s preferential subscription rights in favour of the beneficiaries mentioned above, and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; [Authority expires at the end of 38-month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders meeting of 21 MAY 2007 in Resolution 12 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.22 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital on 1 or more occasions by issuing shares or securities giving access to existing or future shares in the Company in favour of employees and former employees who are members of a Company Savings Plan of the France Telecom Group or by way of allocating free of charge shares or securities giving access to the Company’s existing or future shares, i.e., by way of capitalizing the reserves, profits or premiums, provided that such capitalization is allowed by Law under the Bye-Laws, the overall nominal value of capital increase resulting from the issues carried out by virtue of the present resolution is set at EUR 500,000,000.00, the ceiling of the nominal amount of France Telecom’s capital increase resulting from the issues carried out by capitalizing reserves, profits or premiums is also set at EUR 500,000,000.00 and it has been decided to cancel the shareholders preferential subscription rights in favour of the beneficiaries mentioned above and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.23 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to reduce the share capital on 1 or more occasions and at its sole discretion, by canceling all or part of the shares held by the Company in connection with repurchase plans authorized prior and posterior to the date of the present shareholders meeting and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; [Authority expires at the end of 18-month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders meeting of 27 MAY 2008 in Resolution 16 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.24 | | Grant full powers to the bearer of an original, a copy or extract of the minutes of this meeting to carry out all filings, publications and other formalities prescribed By Law | | Management | | For | | For |
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NEXANS, PARIS |
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Security | | F65277109 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 26-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000044448 | | Agenda | | 701922103 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative-to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following-applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will-be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If-you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary,-please contact your representative. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve the unconsolidated accounts for the FYE on 31 DEC 2008; Management report; grant discharge to the Board Members | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Approve the consolidated accounts for the FYE on 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve the distribution of profits and determine the dividend | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Approve the agreements referred to in Article L.225-38 of the Commercial Code | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Approve the regulated commitments made in favor of Frederic Vincent as Chairman-General Manager | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.6 | | Approve the attendance allowances to the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.7 | | Ratify the transfer of the headquarters | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.8 | | Appoint temporary and permanent Statutory Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.9 | | Authorize the Board of Directors in order to operate on the Company’s shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.10 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to reduce the share capital by cancellation of treasury shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.11 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital, by issuing common shares with maintenance of preferential subscription rights | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.12 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital by issuing-without preferential subscription rights-securities representing claims access to the Company’s capital, subjected to a common ceiling of EUR 4 million into nominal with the 13th resolution | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.13 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to issue shares, securities or securities giving access to capital in case of a public offer exchange initiated by the Company on its own securities or securities of another Company, subjected to a common ceiling of EUR 4 million into nominal with the 12th resolution | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.14 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to decide on the increase of the number of securities to be issued in case of capital increase with or without preferential subscription rights within the limits set in the ceiling of 11th, 12th and 13th resolutions | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.15 | | Approve the possibility to issue common shares or securities giving access to capital, limited to 5% of the share capital in compensation of contributions in kind relating to equity securities or securities giving access to capital | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.16 | | Approve the delegation of competence to the Board of Directors to decide a capital increase by incorporation of premiums, reserves or benefits | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.17 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to decide on the increase of the share capital by issuing shares or securities giving access to capital reserved for Savings Plans’ Members with cancellation of preferential subscription rights to these remaining within the limits of EUR 400,000 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.18 | | Authorize the Board of Directors in order to grant options to subscribe or purchase shares in the limit of EUR 400,000 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.19 | | Grant powers for formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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GAMESA CORPORACION TECHNOLOGICA S A |
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Security | | E54667113 | | Meeting Type | | Ordinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 28-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | ES0143416115 | | Agenda | | 701921656 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE EVENT THE MEETING DOES NOT REACH QUORUM, THERE WILL BE A SECOND CALL ON 29 MAY 2009. CONSEQUENTLY, YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS WILL REMAIN VALID FOR ALL CALLS UNLESS THE AGENDA IS AMENDED. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve the individual and consolidated annual accounts of the exercise 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the application of the result and the distribution of the dividend | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approve the management report of the company and consolidated group | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Approve the management of the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Ratify the Board Member of Iberdrola with the Calification of dominical External Member | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Ratify the appointment of Mr. Carles Fernandez-Lerga with Calification of other External Board Members | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Re-elect the Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Authorize the Board of Directors for the derivated acquisition of own shares until max of 5% leaving without effect the previous agreements approved in the OGM of 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Approve the Incentive Plan to long-term through the deliver of shares of the Company included in the strategic plan 2009-2011, delegation of the faculties for the execution of this retribution system | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Approve the delegation of the faculties for the execution of the agreements in the OGM | | Management | | For | | For |
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THE HOME DEPOT, INC. |
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Security | | 437076102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | HD | | Meeting Date | | 28-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US4370761029 | | Agenda | | 933042866 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: F. DUANE ACKERMAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID H. BATCHELDER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: FRANCIS S. BLAKE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ARI BOUSBIB | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GREGORY D. BRENNEMAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ALBERT P. CAREY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ARMANDO CODINA | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: BONNIE G. HILL | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: KAREN L. KATEN | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS THE INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM OF THE COMPANY FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JANUARY 31, 2010. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO AMEND THE SIXTH ARTICLE OF THE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION TO ALLOW HOLDERS OF AT LEAST 25% OF SHARES OF THE COMPANY’S OUTSTANDING COMMON STOCK TO CALL A SPECIAL MEETING OF SHAREHOLDERS. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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04 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING CUMULATIVE VOTING. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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05 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING SPECIAL SHAREHOLDER MEETINGS. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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06 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING EMPLOYMENT DIVERSITY REPORT. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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07 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING EXECUTIVE OFFICER COMPENSATION. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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08 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING ENERGY USAGE. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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JUNIPER NETWORKS, INC. |
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Security | | 48203R104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | JNPR | | Meeting Date | | 28-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US48203R1041 | | Agenda | | 933053833 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 SCOTT KRIENS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 STRATTON SCLAVOS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 WILLIAM R. STENSRUD | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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02 | | APPROVAL OF: (I) THE PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE JUNIPER NETWORKS, INC. 2006 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN (THE “2006 PLAN”), AND (II) THE MATERIAL TERMS OF THE 2006 PLAN FOR PURPOSES OF COMPLYING WITH INTERNAL REVENUE CODE SECTION 162(M). | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | RATIFICATION OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP, AN INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM, AS AUDITORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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COVIDIEN LTD. |
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Security | | G2552X108 | | Meeting Type | | Special |
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Ticker Symbol | | COV | | Meeting Date | | 28-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | BMG2552X1083 | | Agenda | | 933074851 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | APPROVAL OF THE SCHEME OF ARRANGEMENT ATTACHED TO THE ACCOMPANYING PROXY STATEMENT AS ANNEX A. | | Management | | For | | For |
02 | | IF THE SCHEME OF ARRANGEMENT IS APPROVED, AND IN CONNECTION WITH SCHEME OF ARRANGEMENT AND REORGANIZATION, APPROVAL OF CREATION OF DISTRIBUTABLE RESERVES OF COVIDIEN PLC (THROUGH REDUCTION OF SHARE PREMIUM ACCOUNT OF COVIDIEN PLC) THAT WAS PREVIOUSLY APPROVED BY COVIDIEN LTD. AND OTHER CURRENT SHAREHOLDERS OF COVIDIEN PLC (AS DESCRIBED IN THE ACCOMPANYING PROXY STATEMENT). | | Management | | For | | For |
03 | | APPROVAL OF THE MOTION TO ADJOURN THE MEETING TO A LATER DATE TO SOLICIT ADDITIONAL PROXIES IF THERE ARE INSUFFICIENT PROXIES TO APPROVE THE SCHEME OF ARRANGEMENT AT THE TIME OF THE MEETING. | | Management | | For | | For |
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LOWE’S COMPANIES, INC. |
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Security | | 548661107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | LOW | | Meeting Date | | 29-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US5486611073 | | Agenda | | 933047359 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 PETER C. BROWNING | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 MARSHALL O. LARSEN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 STEPHEN F. PAGE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 O. TEMPLE SLOAN, JR. | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO APPROVE AMENDMENTS TO THE COMPANY’S 2006 LONG TERM INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | TO APPROVE AMENDMENTS TO LOWE’S ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION ELIMINATING ALL REMAINING SUPERMAJORITY VOTE REQUIREMENTS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING REINCORPORATING IN NORTH DAKOTA. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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06 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING HEALTH CARE REFORM PRINCIPLES. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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07 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING SEPARATING THE ROLES OF CHAIRMAN AND CEO. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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ALCATEL-LUCENT |
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Security | | 013904305 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ALU | | Meeting Date | | 29-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US0139043055 | | Agenda | | 933069278 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
O1 | | APPROVAL OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O2 | | APPROVAL OF THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O3 | | RESULTS FOR FISCAL YEAR - APPROPRIATION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O4 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF PHILIPPE CAMUS AS MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O5 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF BEN VERWAAYEN AS MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O6 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF STUART E. EIZENSTAT AS MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O7 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF LOUIS R. HUGHES AS MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O8 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF JEAN C. MONTY AS MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O9 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF OLIVIER PIOU AS MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O10 | | RENEWAL OF THE TERM OF OFFICE OF SYLVIA JAY AS MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O11 | | RENEWAL OF THE TERM OF OFFICE OF JEAN-CYRIL SPINETTA AS MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O12 | | APPROVAL OF REGULATED AGREEMENT WHICH REMAINED IN FORCE DURING THE FISCAL YEAR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O13 | | APPROVAL OF THE COMMITMENTS IN FAVOR OF THE CHAIRMAN, ENTERED INTO ACCORDING TO ARTICLE L. 225-42-1 OF THE FRENCH COMMERCIAL CODE WITH RESPECT TO THE ALLOCATION OF RESTRICTED STOCK UNITS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O14 | | APPROVAL OF THE COMMITMENTS IN FAVOR OF THE CEO, ENTERED INTO ACCORDING TO ARTICLE L. 225-42-1 OF THE FRENCH COMMERCIAL CODE WITH RESPECT TO THE ALLOCATION OF RESTRICTED STOCK UNITS AND STOCK OPTIONS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O15 | | APPROVAL OF THE COMMITMENTS IN FAVOR OF THE CEO, ENTERED INTO ACCORDING TO ARTICLE L. 225-42-1 OF THE FRENCH COMMERCIAL CODE WITH RESPECT TO THE PENSION BENEFITS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O16 | | AUTHORIZATION TO BE GIVEN TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO ALLOW THE COMPANY TO PURCHASE AND SELL ITS OWN SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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E17 | | AUTHORIZATION TO BE GIVEN TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO REDUCE THE SHARE CAPITAL OF THE COMPANY BY CANCELLATION OF THE TREASURY SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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E18 | | DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY TO BE GIVEN TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO PROCEED WITH THE ISSUE WITHOUT CANCELLATION OF PREFERENTIAL SUBSCRIPTION RIGHTS OF ORDINARY SHARES AND OF SECURITIES CONFERRING AN IMMEDIATE OR FUTURE RIGHT TO THE SHARE CAPITAL OF THE COMPANY OR OF ITS AFFILIATES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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E19 | | DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY TO BE GIVEN TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO PROCEED WITH THE ISSUE WITH CANCELLATION OF PREFERENTIAL SUBSCRIPTION RIGHTS, OF (I) ORDINARY SHARES AND ANY SECURITIES CONFERRING AN IMMEDIATE OR FUTURE RIGHT TO THE SHARE CAPITAL OF THE COMPANY OR OF ITS AFFILIATES, OR OF (II) COMPANY ORDINARY SHARES WHICH CONFERS A RIGHT TO THE ISSUANCE OF SECURITIES TO BE ISSUED BY SUBSIDIARIES, INCLUDING FOR THE PURPOSES OF REMUNERATING SECURITIES THAT ARE TENDERED IN CONNECTION WITH AN EXCHANGE OFFER. | | Management | | For | | For |
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E20 | | DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY TO BE GIVEN TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO CARRY OUT A SHARE CAPITAL INCREASE TO REMUNERATE CONTRIBUTIONS IN KIND OF CAPITAL STOCK OR MARKETABLE SECURITIES GIVING ACCESS TO THE CAPITAL OF THIRD-PARTY COMPANIES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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E21 | | AGGREGATE LIMIT TO THE AMOUNT OF ISSUANCES CARRIED OUT BY VIRTUE OF THE 18TH, 19TH, AND 20TH RESOLUTIONS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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E22 | | DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY TO BE GIVEN TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO INCREASE THE SHARE CAPITAL OF THE COMPANY BY INCORPORATION OF RESERVES, PROFITS OR PREMIUMS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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E23 | | DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY TO BE GIVEN TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO DECIDE ON THE DISPOSAL OR INCREASE OF SHARE CAPITAL BY THE ISSUANCE OF SHARES RESERVED TO THE PARTICIPANTS IN A COMPANY SAVINGS PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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E24 | | POWERS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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E25 | | AMENDMENTS OR NEW RESOLUTIONS PROPOSED AT THE MEETING. (IF YOU CAST YOUR VOTE IN FAVOR OF RESOLUTION 25, YOU ARE GIVING DISCRETION TO THE CHAIRMAN OF THE MEETING TO VOTE FOR OR AGAINST ANY AMENDMENTS OR NEW RESOLUTIONS THAT MAY BE PROPOSED). | | Management | | For | | For |
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CALIPER LIFE SCIENCES, INC. |
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Security | | 130872104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | CALP | | Meeting Date | | 02-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | US1308721042 | | Agenda | | 933073912 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 DAVID W. CARTER | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 2 E. KEVIN HRUSOVSKY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 KATHRYN A. TUNSTALL | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE SELECTION BY THE AUDIT COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS INDEPENDENT AUDITORS OF THE COMPANY FOR ITS FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVAL OF OUR 2009 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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DICK’S SPORTING GOODS, INC. |
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Security | | 253393102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | DKS | | Meeting Date | | 03-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | US2533931026 | | Agenda | | 933058186 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 WILLIAM J. COLOMBO | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 DAVID I. FUENTE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 LARRY D. STONE | | | | For | | For |
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2 | | RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. | | Management | | For | | For |
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RIVERBED TECHNOLOGY, INC. |
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Security | | 768573107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | RVBD | | Meeting Date | | 03-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | US7685731074 | | Agenda | | 933067604 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 JERRY M. KENNELLY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 STANLEY J. MERESMAN | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM OF RIVERBED TECHNOLOGY, INC. FOR ITS FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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ALSTRIA OFFICE REIT-AKTIENGESELLSCHAFT, HAMBURG |
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Security | | D0378R100 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 10-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | DE000A0LD2U1 | | Agenda | | 701926276 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | AS A CONDITION OF VOTING, GERMAN MARKET REGULATIONS REQUIRE THAT YOU DISCLOSE WHETHER YOU HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST IN THIS COMPANY. SHOULD EITHER BE THE CASE, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE SO THAT WE MAY LODGE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS ACCORDINGLY. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST, SUBMIT YOUR VOTE AS NORMAL. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THE TRUE RECORD DATE FOR THIS MEETING IS 20 MAY 2009, WHEREAS THE MEETING HAS BEEN SETUP USING THE ACTUAL RECORD DATE - 1 BUSINESS DAY. THIS IS DONE TO ENSURE THAT ALL POSITIONS REPORTED ARE IN CONCURRENCE WITH THE GERMAN LAW. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Presentation of the financial statements and annual report for the 2008 FY with the report of the Supervisory board, the Group financial statements and group annual report as well as the report by the Board of Managing Directors pursuant to sections 289(4) and 315(4) of the German commercial code | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2. | | Resolution on the appropriation of the distributable profit of EUR 28,500,000 as follows: payment of a dividend of EUR 0.52 per no par share EUR 76,869.68 shall be carried forward ex-dividend and payable date: 29 JUN 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Ratification of the acts of the Board of Managing Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Ratification of the acts of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Appointment of the Auditors: 1) for the 2009 FY: PricewaterhouseCoopers Ag, Berlin; 2) for the review of the interim half-year financial statements: PricewaterhouseCoopers AG, Berlin | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Elect Mr. Roger Lee to the Supervisory Board | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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7. | | Renewal of the authorization to acquire own shares the Company shall be authorized to acquire own shares of up to 10% of its share capital, at prices neither more than 10% above nor more than 20% below the market price of the shares, on or before 09 DEC 2010 the board of Managing Directors shall be authorized to sell the shares on the stock exchange or to offer them to all shareholders, to dispose of the shares in a manner other than the stock exchange or an offer to all shareholders if the shares are sold at a price not materially below their market price, to use the shares in connection with mergers and acquisitions or for satisfying conversion or option rights, to use the shares as: employee shares or within the scope of the company’s stock option plan and the convertible profit-sharing rights programme, and to retire the shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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8.A. | | Approve Issuance of Warrants/Bonds with Warrants Attached/Convertible Bonds without Preemptive Rights up to Aggregate Nominal Amount of EUR 125 Million Approve Creation of EUR 12.8 Million Pool of Conditional Capital to Guarantee Conversion Rights | | Management | | For | | For |
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8.B. | | Approve Issuance of Warrants/Bonds with Warrants Attached/Convertible Bonds without Preemptive Rights up to Aggregate Nominal Amount of EUR 140 Million Approve Creation of EUR 12.8 Million Pool of Capital to Guarantee Conversion Rights | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Amendments to the Articles of Association, regarding the convocations of and attendance at shareholders’ meetings in connection with the implementation of the shareholders’ rights act (arug) a) amendments aa) Section 14(2), in respect of the day of the announcement not being counted bb) Section 14(3), in respect of the registrations and proof of shareholding being transmitted to the Company at least six days prior to the meeting, not counting the day of receipt cc) Section 15(3), in respect of proxy-voting instructions being issues in written form, the company offering at least one way to communicate the instructions via electronic means b) the Board of Managing Directors shall enter the above amendments into the commercial register only if and when the respective provisions of the arug come into effect | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Amendment to Section 17(1), in respect of the general meeting being authorized to adopt a resolution on paying a dividend in kind instead of a cash dividend | | Management | | For | | For |
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TAIWAN SEMICONDUCTOR MFG. CO. LTD. |
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Security | | 874039100 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | TSM | | Meeting Date | | 10-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | US8740391003 | | Agenda | | 933090211 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | TO ACCEPT 2008 BUSINESS REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO APPROVE THE PROPOSAL FOR DISTRIBUTION OF 2008 PROFITS | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO APPROVE THE CAPITALIZATION OF 2008 DIVIDENDS, 2008 EMPLOYEE PROFIT SHARING, AND CAPITAL SURPLUS | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | TO REVISE INTERNAL POLICIES AND RULES AS FOLLOWS: (A) PROCEDURES FOR LENDING FUNDS TO OTHER PARTIES (B) PROCEDURES FOR ENDORSEMENT AND GUARANTEE | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | DIRECTORS | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 MR. MORRIS CHANG | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 MR. F.C. TSENG | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 MR. RICK TSAI | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 MR. TAIN-JY CHEN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 SIR P. LEAHY BONFIELD | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 MR. STAN SHIH | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 MS. CARLY FIORINA | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 MR. THOMAS J ENGIBOUS | | | | For | | For |
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INFINERA CORPORATION |
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Security | | 45667G103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | INFN | | Meeting Date | | 11-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | US45667G1031 | | Agenda | | 933074510 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAN MAYDAN, PH.D. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JAGDEEP SINGH | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM OF INFINERA CORPORATION FOR ITS FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 26, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVAL OF A STOCK OPTION EXCHANGE PROGRAM. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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AUTODESK, INC. |
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Security | | 052769106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ADSK | | Meeting Date | | 11-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | US0527691069 | | Agenda | | 933075548 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CARL BASS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CRAWFORD W. BEVERIDGE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: J. HALLAM DAWSON | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PER-KRISTIAN HALVORSEN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: SEAN M. MALONEY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ELIZABETH A. NELSON | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CHARLES J. ROBEL | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: STEVEN M. WEST | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS AUTODESK’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JANUARY 31, 2010. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE THE 2010 OUTSIDE DIRECTORS’ STOCK PLAN. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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SALESFORCE.COM, INC. |
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Security | | 79466L302 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | CRM | | Meeting Date | | 11-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | US79466L3024 | | Agenda | | 933082682 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 CRAIG RAMSEY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 SANFORD ROBERTSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 MAYNARD WEBB | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JANUARY 31, 2010. | | Management | | For | | For |
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ARKEMA, COLOMBES |
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Security | | F0392W125 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 15-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0010313833 | | Agenda | | 701979140 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST”. A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN AMENDMENT TO MEETING ID 564617 DUE TO RECEIPT OF ADDITIONAL RESOLUTIONS ALL VOTES RECEIVED ON THE PREVIOUS MEETING WILL BE DISREGARDED AND YOU WILL NEED TO REINSTRUCT ON THIS MEETING NOTICE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve the annual accounts for the FYE on 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Approve the consolidated accounts for the FYE on 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve the distribution of profits for the FYE on 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Approve the agreement referred to in Article L.225-38 of the Commercial Code. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Approve the agreement referred to in Article L.225-42-1 of the Commercial Code | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.6 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to operate on the Company’s shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.7 | | Approve the renewal of Mr. Thierry Le Henaff’s mandate as a Board Member | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.8 | | Approve the renewal of Mr. Francois Enaud’s mandate as a Board Member | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.9 | | Approve the renewal of Mr. Bernard Kasriel’s mandate as a Board Member | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.10 | | Approve the renewal of Mr. Laurent Mignon’s mandate as a Board Member | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.11 | | Approve the renewal of Mr. Thierry Morin’s mandate as a Board Member | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.12 | | Approve the renewal of Mr. Jean-Pierre Seeuw’s mandate as a Board Member | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.13 | | Approve the renewal of Mr. Tidjane Thaim’s mandate as a Board Member | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.14 | | Approve the renewal of Mr. Philippe Vassor’s mandate as a Board Member | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.15 | | Approve the nomination of Mr. Marc Pandraud as a Board Member | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.16 | | Approve the modification of Article 10.12 of the Statute concerning the terms of the Board Members’ duties | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.17 | | Authorize certain Group’s Employees and Corporate Managers of the Company or Group’s Companies to grant options, giving right to the subscription of new shares or buy the Company’s shares | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.18 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to freely allocate the Company’s shares | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.19 | | Authorize the Board of Directors in order to carry out capital increase reserved for employees who are members of a Company Savings Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.20 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to reduce the share capital by cancellation of shares held by the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.21 | | Powers for formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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MEDIACOM COMMUNICATIONS CORPORATION |
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Security | | 58446K105 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | MCCC | | Meeting Date | | 16-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | US58446K1051 | | Agenda | | 933078366 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 ROCCO B. COMMISSO | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 2 MARK E. STEPHAN | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 3 THOMAS V. REIFENHEISER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 NATALE S. RICCIARDI | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 SCOTT W. SEATON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 ROBERT L. WINIKOFF | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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02 | | TO AMEND OUR NON-EMPLOYEE DIRECTORS EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF SHARES OF OUR CLASS A COMMON STOCK RESERVED FOR ISSUANCE FROM 500,000 TO 1,250,000. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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03 | | TO RATIFY THE SELECTION OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT AUDITORS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | TO TRANSACT SUCH OTHER BUSINESS AS MAY PROPERLY COME BEFORE THE MEETING OR ANY ADJOURNMENT OR POSTPONEMENT THEREOF. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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INVERNESS MEDICAL INNOVATIONS, INC. |
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Security | | 46126P106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | IMA | | Meeting Date | | 18-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | US46126P1066 | | Agenda | | 933082024 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 CAROL R. GOLDBERG | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 JAMES ROOSEVELT, JR. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 RON ZWANZIGER | | | | For | | For |
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2 | | APPROVAL OF AN INCREASE TO THE NUMBER OF SHARES OF COMMON STOCK AVAILABLE FOR ISSUANCE UNDER THE INVERNESS MEDICAL INNOVATIONS, INC. 2001 STOCK OPTION AND INCENTIVE PLAN BY 1,000,000, FROM 11,074,081 TO 12,074,081. | | Management | | For | | For |
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3 | | APPROVAL OF AN INCREASE TO THE NUMBER OF SHARES OF COMMON STOCK AVAILABLE FOR ISSUANCE UNDER THE INVERNESS MEDICAL INNOVATIONS, INC. 2001 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN BY 1,000,000, FROM 1,000,000 TO 2,000,000. | | Management | | For | | For |
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4 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF BDO SEIDMAN, LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS FOR OUR FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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RRI ENERGY, INC. |
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Security | | 74971X107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | RRI | | Meeting Date | | 18-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | US74971X1072 | | Agenda | | 933093801 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: E. WILLIAM BARNETT | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MARK M. JACOBS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: STEVEN L. MILLER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LAREE E. PEREZ | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: EVAN J. SILVERSTEIN | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE SELECTION OF KPMG LLP AS RRI ENERGY, INC.’S INDEPENDENT AUDITOR FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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TOKYO ELECTRON LIMITED |
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Security | | J86957115 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 19-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | JP3571400005 | | Agenda | | 701974683 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | Please reference meeting materials. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Amend Articles to: Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the other Updated Laws and Regulations | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.1 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.2 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.3 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.4 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.5 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.6 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.7 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.8 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.9 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.10 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.11 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.12 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.13 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.1 | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.2 | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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4. | | Approve Payment of Bonuses to Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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SANTEN PHARMACEUTICAL CO., LTD. |
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Security | | J68467109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 24-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | JP3336000009 | | Agenda | | 701982488 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | Please reference meeting materials. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve Appropriation of Retained Earnings | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Amend Articles to: Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the Other Updated Laws and Regulations | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.1 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.2 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.3 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.4 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.5 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.6 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.7 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Approve Provision of Retirement Allowance for Retiring Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Approve Issuance of Share Acquisition Rights as Stock Options for the Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Approve Issuance of Share Acquisition Rights as Stock Options for the Corporate Officers | | Management | | For | | For |
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SQUARE ENIX HOLDINGS CO., LTD. |
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Security | | J7659R109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 24-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | JP3164630000 | | Agenda | | 701982692 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | Please reference meeting materials. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve Appropriation of Retained Earnings | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Amend Articles to: Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the Other Updated Laws and Regulations | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.1 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.2 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.3 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.4 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.5 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
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THE HACHIJUNI BANK, LTD. |
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Security | | J17976101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 24-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | JP3769000005 | | Agenda | | 701991184 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | Please reference meeting materials. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve Appropriation of Retained Earnings | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Amend Articles to: Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the Other Updated Laws and Regulations | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.1 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.2 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.3 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.4 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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QIAGEN N.V. |
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Security | | N72482107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | QGEN | | Meeting Date | | 24-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | NL0000240000 | | Agenda | | 933098825 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | PROPOSAL TO ADOPT THE ANNUAL ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2008 (“FISCAL YEAR 2008”). | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO APPROVE THE PERFORMANCE OF THE MANAGING BOARD DURING FISCAL YEAR 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO APPROVE PERFORMANCE OF THE SUPERVISORY BOARD DURING FISCAL YEAR 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
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4A | | ELECTION OF SUPERVISORY DIRECTOR: PROF. DR. DETLEV RIESNER | | Management | | For | | For |
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4B | | ELECTION OF SUPERVISORY DIRECTOR: DR. WERNER BRANDT | | Management | | For | | For |
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4C | | ELECTION OF SUPERVISORY DIRECTOR: DR. METIN COLPAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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4D | | ELECTION OF SUPERVISORY DIRECTOR: MR. ERIK HORNNAESS | | Management | | For | | For |
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4E | | ELECTION OF SUPERVISORY DIRECTOR: PROF. DR. MANFRED KAROBATH | | Management | | For | | For |
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4F | | ELECTION OF SUPERVISORY DIRECTOR: MR. HEINO VON PRONDZYNSKI | | Management | | For | | For |
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5A | | ELECTION OF MANAGING DIRECTOR: MR. PEER SCHATZ | | Management | | For | | For |
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5B | | ELECTION OF MANAGING DIRECTOR: MR. ROLAND SACKERS | | Management | | For | | For |
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5C | | ELECTION OF MANAGING DIRECTOR: DR. JOACHIM SCHORR | | Management | | For | | For |
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5D | | ELECTION OF MANAGING DIRECTOR: MR. BERND UDER | | Management | | For | | For |
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06 | | PROPOSAL TO REAPPOINT ERNST & YOUNG ACCOUNTANTS AS AUDITORS OF THE COMPANY FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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07 | | TO AUTHORIZE THE MANAGING BOARD, UNTIL DECEMBER 24, 2010, TO ACQUIRE SHARES IN THE COMPANY’S OWN SHARE CAPITAL. | | Management | | For | | For |
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SUZUKI MOTOR CORPORATION |
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Security | | J78529138 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 26-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | JP3397200001 | | Agenda | | 701977413 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | Please reference meeting materials. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve Appropriation of Retained Earnings | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Amend Articles to : Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the other Updated Laws and Regulations | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.1 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.2 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.3 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.4 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.5 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.6 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.7 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.8 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.9 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.10 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.11 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Approve Payment of Bonuses to Corporate Officers | | Management | | For | | For |
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THE SUMITOMO TRUST AND BANKING COMPANY, LIMITED |
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Security | | J77970101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 26-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | JP3405000005 | | Agenda | | 701988074 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | Please reference meeting materials. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve Appropriation of Retained Earnings | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Amend Articles to: Increase Authorized Capital to 3,400,000,000 shs., Establish Articles Related to Class 2 Preferred Shares, Class 3 Preferred Shares and Class 4 Preferred Shares and Class Shareholders Meetings, Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the Other Updated Laws and Regulations | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.1 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.2 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.3 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.4 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.5 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.6 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.7 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.8 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.9 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.10 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.11 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.12 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.1 | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4.2 | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
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SANKYO CO., LTD. |
| | | |
Security | | J67844100 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 26-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | JP3326410002 | | Agenda | | 702005352 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | Approve Appropriation of Profits | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2 | | Amend Articles to: Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the other Updated Laws and Regulations | | Management | | For | | For |
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KOMERI CO., LTD. |
| | | |
Security | | J3590M101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 26-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | JP3305600003 | | Agenda | | 702013513 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | Approve Appropriation of Profits | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2 | | Amend Articles to: Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the other Updated Laws and Regulations, Expand Business Lines | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.1 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.2 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.3 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.4 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.5 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
3.6 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.7 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.8 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4 | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5 | | Approve Provision of Retirement Allowance for Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
6 | | Approve Extension of Anti-Takeover Defense Measures | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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ORTHOFIX INTERNATIONAL N.V. |
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Security | | N6748L102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | OFIX | | Meeting Date | | 30-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | ANN6748L1027 | | Agenda | | 933110277 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 JAMES F. GERO | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 JERRY C. BENJAMIN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 CHARLES W. FEDERICO | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 GUY J. JORDAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 THOMAS J. KESTER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 ALAN W. MILINAZZO | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 MARIA SAINZ | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 WALTER P. VON WARTBURG | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 9 KENNETH R. WEISSHAAR | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE AMENDMENT AND RESTATEMENT OF THE AMENDED AND RESTATED 2004 LONG-TERM INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
03 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE AMENDED AND RESTATED STOCK PURCHASE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE THE MATERIAL TERMS FOR THE PAYMENT OF INCENTIVE COMPENSATION TO THE COMPANY’S MOST HIGHLY COMPENSATED EXECUTIVE OFFICERS TO PERMIT SECTION 162(M) DEDUCTIBILITY. | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE THE BALANCE SHEET AND INCOME STATEMENT AT AND FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
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06 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE SELECTION OF ERNST & YOUNG AS THE INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR ORTHOFIX AND ITS SUBSIDIARIES FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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SALESFORCE.COM, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 79466L302 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | CRM | | Meeting Date | | 10-Jul-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US79466L3024 | | Agenda | | 932916022 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 MARC BENIOFF | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 CRAIG CONWAY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 ALAN HASSENFELD | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JANUARY 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE COMPANY’S 2004 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN TO ELIMINATE THE ANNUAL AUTOMATIC SHARE REPLENISHMENT FROM SUCH PLAN AND INCREASE THE NUMBER OF SHARES AUTHORIZED FOR GRANT BY AN INCREMENTAL 7,500,000 SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE COMPANY’S 2004 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN TO ENABLE INCENTIVE COMPENSATION UNDER SUCH PLAN TO QUALIFY AS “PERFORMANCE BASED COMPENSATION” WITHIN THE MEANING OF INTERNAL REVENUE CODE SECTION 162(M). | | Management | | For | | For |
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THE E.W. SCRIPPS COMPANY |
| | | |
Security | | 811054204 | | Meeting Type | | Special |
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Ticker Symbol | | SSP | | Meeting Date | | 15-Jul-2008 |
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ISIN | | US8110542045 | | Agenda | | 932928611 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | TO APPROVE THE AMENDMENT TO THE COMPANY’S AMENDED AND RESTATED ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION TO EFFECT THE 1-FOR-3 REVERSE SHARE SPLIT AND CORRESPONDING REDUCTION IN STATED CAPITAL. | | Management | | For | | For |
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SUEZ, PARIS |
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Security | | F90131115 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 16-Jul-2008 |
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ISIN | | FR0000120529 | | Agenda | | 701640561 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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E.1 | | Approve the Merger by absorption of rivolam | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.2 | | Approve the spin-off of Suez environment | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.3 | | Approve the distribution of 65% of Suez environment to Suez’s shareholders | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Approve the Special Auditors’ report regarding related-party transactions | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.5 | | Approve the Merger by absorption of Suez by GDF | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.6 | | Grant authority for the filing of the required documents/other formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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ALSIUS CORPORATION |
| | | |
Security | | 021211107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | ALUS | | Meeting Date | | 16-Jul-2008 |
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ISIN | | US0212111076 | | Agenda | | 932925665 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 PAUL A. BROOKE | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 JACK W. LASERSOHN | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE, LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
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THE GREAT ATLANTIC & PACIFIC TEA CO INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 390064103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | GAP | | Meeting Date | | 17-Jul-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US3900641032 | | Agenda | | 932928039 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 J.D. BARLINE | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 J.J. BOECKEL | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 B. GAUNT | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 A. GULDIN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 5 C.W.E. HAUB | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 6 D. KOURKOUMELIS | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 7 E. LEWIS | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 8 G. MAYS | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 9 M.B. TART-BEZER | | | | For | | For |
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CIA SANEAMENTO MINAS GERAIS SA |
| | | |
Security | | P28269101 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 21-Jul-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | BRCSMGACNOR5 | | Agenda | | 701655980 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | IMPORTANT MARKET PROCESSING REQUIREMENT: A BENEFICIAL OWNER SIGNED POWER OF ATTORNEY (POA) IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO LODGE AND EXECUTE YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MARKET. ABSENCE OF A POA, MAY CAUSE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS TO BE REJECTED. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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I. | | Elect a Member of the Board of Directors and a Member of the Finance Committee of the Company, by appointment of the majority shareholder | | Management | | For | | For |
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II. | | Approve the donation, in return, of the real property in reference to the land where the elevated reservoir of 15 cubic meters was located, with 140 square meters, located at Rua Oito, no street number, Bairro Jardim Nova Espera NCA, in Areado, state of Minas Gerias, since the same was originally donated to Copasa MG by said municipality, in accordance with the recommendation of the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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III. | | Approve the donation, in return, of real properties in reference to the pieces of land on which were located the water towers for treated water and the points at which water was drawn from the Streams Manoel Jose, with 1655 square meters, Jose Junq Ueira with 72 square meters, and Campestre, with 492 square meters, situated in Campestre, State of Minas Gerais, since the same were originally donated to Copasa MG by said municipality, in accordance with the recommendation of the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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MACQUARIE GROUP LIMITED |
| | | |
Security | | Q57085104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 23-Jul-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | AU000000MQG1 | | Agenda | | 701647197 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Receive the financial report, the Directors’ report and the Auditor’s report of Macquarie for the YE 31 MAR 2008 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2. | | Adopt the remuneration report of Macquarie for the YE 31 MAR 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3. | | Re-elect Dr. H.M. Nugent as a voting Director of Macquarie | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4. | | Elect Dr. J.R. Niland as a voting Director of Macquarie effective on the conclusion of this meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5. | | Elect Mr. P.M. Kirby as a voting Director effective on the conclusion of this meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
6. | | Approve the participation in the Macquarie group Employee Share Option Plan [Plan] as to maximum of 243,900 options, by Mr. NW Moore, Managing Director or, if Mr. Moore so elects, a controlled Company, as specified and acquisition accordingly by Mr. NW Moore or his controlled Company of options up to the stated maximum and, in consequence of exercise of those options, of ordinary shares of Macquarie, all in accordance with the terms of the plan and on the basis, as specified | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
7. | | Approve to issue of up to 6,000,000 Macquarie convertible preference securities by Macquarie capital loans Management Limited [ABN 18 077 595 012] [Issuer] as the responsible entity of the Macquarie CPS Trust, on the terms and conditions, as specified | | Management | | For | | For |
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CARREFOUR SA, PARIS |
| | | |
Security | | F13923119 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 28-Jul-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | FR0000120172 | | Agenda | | 701628870 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global-Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN MIX MEETING. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Ratify the appointment of Mr. Bernard Arnault as a Member of the Supervisory Board, to replace Mr. Robert Halley, for the remainder of Mr. Robert Halley’s term of office | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.2 | | Approve to decides that the Company, instead of being ruled by an Executive Committee and a Supervisory Board, shall be ruled by a Board of Director and a General Manager, it notes that the present resolution cancels the terms of office of the Members of the Executive Committee and of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.3 | | Approve to cancel the drawing from a distributable profit of the required sum to be paid to the shareholders, as first dividend, i.e a 6% interest on the amount released and not refunded their shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.4 | | Approve to overhaul the Articles of the Bylaws in order to adapt them to the legal provisions in force | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.5 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and approve to transfer to the Board of Directors the authorization previously granted to the Executive Committee by the extraordinary shareholders’ meetings of 15 APR 2008 [Resolutions 12, 13, 14] and 30 APR 2007 [Resolution 10] | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.6 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and approve to transfer to the Board of Directors the authorization previously granted to the Executive Committee by the ordinary shareholders’ meeting of 15 APR 2008 in its Resolution 11 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
O.7 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint Mr. Rene Abate as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.8 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint Mr. Bernard Arnault as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.9 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint Mr. Sebastien Bazin as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.10 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint Mr. Nicolas Bazire as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.11 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint Mr. Jean Laurent Bonnafe as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.12 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint Mr. Thierry Breton as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.13 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, appoint Mr. Rene Brillet as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.14 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint Mr. Charles Edelstenne as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.15 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint Mr. Jean Martin Folz as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.16 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint Mr. Jose Luis Leal Maldonado as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.17 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint Mr. Amauryde Seze as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.18 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint Mrs. Anne Claire Taittinger as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.19 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint the Members of the Board of Directors for a 3 year period | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.20 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and approve to award total annual fees of EUR 900,000.00 to the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.21 | | Grants full powers to the bearer of an original, a copy or extract of the minutes of this meeting to carry out all filings, publications and other formalities prescribed By-Law | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO CHANGE IN MEETING DATE AND RECORD DATE. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO CHANGE IN SECOND CALL DATE. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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NATIONAL GRID PLC, LONDON |
| | | |
Security | | G6375K151 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 28-Jul-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | GB00B08SNH34 | | Agenda | | 701644569 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Receive the annual reports and accounts | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2. | | Declare a final dividend of 21.3 pence per ordinary share | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3. | | Re-elect Mr. Bob Catell as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4. | | Re-elect Mr. Tom King as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5. | | Re-elect Mr. Philip Aiken as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
6. | | Re-elect Mr. John Allan as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
7. | | Re-appoint PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as the Auditor of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
8. | | Authorize the Directors to set the Auditors’ remuneration | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
9. | | Approve the Directors’ remuneration report | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
10. | | Authorize the Directors to issue of equity or equity-linked securities with pre-emptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of GBP 94,936,979 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
S.11 | | Grant authority for the issue of equity or equity-linked securities without pre-emptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of GBP 14,240,547 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
S.12 | | Authorize the Company to purchase 249,936,128 ordinary shares for Market Purchase | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
S.13 | | Adopt the new Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO RECEIPT OF AMOUNT IN RESOLUTIONS 10, 11 AND 12. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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COMPANHIA DE SANEAMENTO BASICO DO ESTADO DE SAO PA |
| | | |
Security | | P8228H104 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 28-Jul-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | BRSBSPACNOR5 | | Agenda | | 701652047 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | IMPORTANT MARKET PROCESSING REQUIREMENT: A BENEFICIAL OWNER SIGNED POWER OF ATTORNEY (POA) IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO LODGE AND EXECUTE YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MARKET. ABSENCE OF A POA, MAY CAUSE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS TO BE REJECTED. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Amend the Corporate Bylaws that will amend and renumber the Chapters and the Articles in the following manner: Chapter I Articles 1 and 2, Chapter II Articles 3 and 4, Chapter III Article 5, Chapter IV Article 6, Chapter V Articles 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13 and 14, Chapter VI Articles 15, 16, 17, 18 and 19, Chapter VII Articles 20, 21 and 22, Chapter VIII Articles 23, 24, 25, 26 and 27, Chapter IX Articles 28 and 29, Chapter X, Articles 30, Chapter XI Article 31, Chapter XII Articles 32, 33, 34, 35, 36 and 37, Chapter XIII Article 38, Chapter XIV Articles 39, 40, 41, 42 and 43, Chapter XV Article 44 and Chapter XVI Articles 45 and 46 | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Elect a Member of the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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SUEDZUCKER AG, MANNHEIM |
| | | |
Security | | D82781101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 29-Jul-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | DE0007297004 | | Agenda | | 701614009 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | AS A CONDITION OF VOTING, GERMAN MARKET REGULATIONS REQUIRE THAT YOU DISCLOSE WHETHER YOU HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST IN THIS COMPANY. SHOULD EITHER BE THE CASE, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE SO THAT WE MAY LODGE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS ACCORDINGLY. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST, SUBMIT YOUR VOTE AS NORMAL. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THE TRUE RECORD DATE FOR THIS MEETING IS 08 JUL 2008 , WHEREAS THE MEETING HAS BEEN SETUP USING THE ACTUAL RECORD DATE - 1 BUSINESS DAY. THIS IS DONE TO ENSURE THAT ALL POSITIONS REPORTED ARE IN CONCURRENCE WITH THE GERMAN LAW. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Presentation of the financial statements and annual report for the 2007/2008 FY with the report of the Supervisory Board, the Group financial statements and annual report | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2. | | Resolution on the appropriation of the distributable profit of EUR 75,747,118.06 as follows: payment of a dividend of EUR 0.40 per share EUR 5,674.86 shall be carried forward ex-dividend and payable date: 30 JUL 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Ratification of the acts of the Board of Managing Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Ratification of the acts of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Appointment of the Auditors for the 2008/2009 FY: PricewaterhouseCoopers Ag, Frankfurt | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Authorization to issue profit sharing certificates or bonds, the creation of contingent capital II, and the corresponding amendments to the Article of Association the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized, with the consent of the Supervisory Board, to issue profit sharing certificates or bonds of up to EUR 400,000,000, conferring a conversion or option right for new shares of the Company, on or before 28 JUL 2013, shareholders shall be granted subscription rights, except for residual amounts, and insofar as the profit sharing certificates or bonds are issued at a price not materially below their theoretical market value, as well as for the granting of subscription rights to holders of previously granted option or conversion rights. the share capital shall be increased by up to EUR 15,000,000 through the issue of up to 15,000,000 new bearer shares, insofar as conversion or option rights are exercised | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Authorization to acquire own shares the Company shall be authorized to acquire own shares of up to 10% of its share capital, at prices not deviating more than 10% from the market price, on or before 23 JAN 2010, the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized to dispose of the shares in a manner other than the stock exchange or a rights offering if the shares a resold at a price not materially below their market price, to use the shares for acquisition purposes or for the fulfilment conversion or option rights, and to retire the shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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ELECTRONIC ARTS INC. |
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Security | | 285512109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ERTS | | Meeting Date | | 31-Jul-2008 |
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ISIN | | US2855121099 | | Agenda | | 932927594 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LEONARD S. COLEMAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GARY M. KUSIN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GREGORY B. MAFFEI | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: VIVEK PAUL | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LAWRENCE F. PROBST III | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN S. RICCITIELLO | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RICHARD A. SIMONSON | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LINDA J. SRERE | | Management | | For | | For |
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2 | | AMENDMENTS TO THE 2000 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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3 | | AMENDMENTS TO THE 2000 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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4 | | RATIFICATION OF APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS INDEPENDENT AUDITORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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THQ INC. |
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Security | | 872443403 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | THQI | | Meeting Date | | 31-Jul-2008 |
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ISIN | | US8724434035 | | Agenda | | 932930274 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 BRIAN J. FARRELL | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 LAWRENCE BURSTEIN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 HENRY T. DENERO | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 BRIAN P. DOUGHERTY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 JEFFREY W. GRIFFITHS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 GARY E. RIESCHEL | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 JAMES L. WHIMS | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE THQ INC. 2006 LONG-TERM INCENTIVE PLAN: TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF SHARES THAT WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR ISSUANCE BY 5.5 MILLION SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE THQ INC. EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN: TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF SHARES OF COMMON STOCK RESERVED FOR ISSUANCE BY 500,000. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | RATIFICATION OF THE INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM: TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE COMPANY’S FISCAL YEAR ENDING MARCH 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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MEDTRONIC, INC. |
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Security | | 585055106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | MDT | | Meeting Date | | 21-Aug-2008 |
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ISIN | | US5850551061 | | Agenda | | 932935488 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 VICTOR J. DZAU, M.D. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 WILLIAM A. HAWKINS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 SHIRLEY A. JACKSON, PHD | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 DENISE M. O’LEARY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 JEAN-PIERRE ROSSO | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 JACK W. SCHULER | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS MEDTRONIC’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO APPROVE THE MEDTRONIC, INC. 2008 STOCK AWARD AND INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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BANCA MONTE DEI PASCHI DI SIENA SPA, SIENA |
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Security | | T1188A116 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 28-Aug-2008 |
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ISIN | | IT0001334587 | | Agenda | | 701669218 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE EVENT THE MEETING DOES NOT REACH QUORUM, THERE WILL BE A SECOND CALL ON 29 AUG 2008. CONSEQUENTLY, YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS WILL REMAIN VALID FOR ALL CALLS UNLESS THE AGENDA IS AMENDED. PLEASE BE ALSO ADVISED THAT YOUR SHARES WILL BE BLOCKED UNTIL THE QUORUM IS MET OR THE MEETING IS CANCELLED. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve the project of merger by Incorporation of Banca Agricola Mantovana SPA in to Banca Monte Dei Paschi Di Siena SPA | | Management | | For | | For |
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SAMSUNG SDI CO LTD |
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Security | | Y74866107 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 04-Sep-2008 |
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ISIN | | KR7006400006 | | Agenda | | 701669662 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT ABSTAIN IS NOT A VALID VOTING OPTION FOR THIS MEETING | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve the spin-off | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THE ISSUING COMPANY WILL OWN 100% OF SHARES OF THE NEWLY ESTABLISHED COMPANY RESULTED AFTER THIS SPIN-OFF. THIS SPIN-OFF DOES NOT AFFECT ON YOUR HOLDINGS. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO ADDITION OF COMMENT. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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MICRUS ENDOVASCULAR CORPORATION |
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Security | | 59518V102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | MEND | | Meeting Date | | 16-Sep-2008 |
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ISIN | | US59518V1026 | | Agenda | | 932941734 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 L. NELSON HOPKINS, M.D. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 FRANCIS J. SHAMMO | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING MARCH 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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UBISOFT ENTERTAINMENT, MONTREUIL |
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Security | | F9396N106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 22-Sep-2008 |
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ISIN | | FR0000054470 | | Agenda | | 701684804 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A MIX MEETING. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Receive the reports of the Board of Directors and the Auditors, approve the Company’s financial statements for the YE on 31 MAR 2008; as presented earnings for the FY EUR 75,212,163 accordingly, grant permanent discharge to the Directors for the performance of their duties during the said FY | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Approve the recommendations of the Board of Directors and resolves that the income for FY be appropriated as follows: earnings for the FY: EUR 75,212,163.38 legal reserves EUR 12,823.40, other reserves: EUR 75,199,399.98 in accordance with the regulations in force, the shareholders meeting recalls that no dividend was paid for the previous 3 FY | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Receive the reports of the Board of Directors and the Auditors, approve the consolidated financial statements for the said FY | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Receive the special report of the Auditors on agreements governed by Article L.225.40 of the French Commercial Code and approve the Agreements, referred to therein | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to buy back the Company’s shares on the open market, subject to the conditions specified: maximum purchase price: EUR 120.00, maximum number of shares to be acquired: 10% of the share capital, maximum funds invested in the share buybacks: EUR 555,578,304.00; [Authority expires at the end of 18-month period]; the shareholders meeting delegates all powers to the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities this authorization supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders by the meeting 04 JUL 2007 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.6 | | Grant full powers to the bearer of an original, a copy or extract of the minutes of this meeting to carry out all filings, publications and other formalities prescribed by Law | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.7 | | Grant authority to the Board of Directors to reduce the share capital on one or more occasions and its sole discretion, by canceling all or part of the shares held by the Company in connection with a stock repurchase plan up to a maximum of 10% of the share capital over a 24 month period, [Authority expires at the end of 18-month period] the shareholders meeting delegates all powers to the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities, the share holders meeting delegates to the Board of Directors all powers to charge the share issuance costs against the related premiums this authorization supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders by the meeting 04 JUL 2007 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.8 | | Authorize the Board of Directors the necessary powers to increase the capital, on 1 or more occasions in France or abroad, by a maximum nominal amount of EUR 2,000,000.00 by issuance, with preferred subscription rights maintained, of shares and or account securities this amount shall count against the overall value of EUR 4,000,000.00 set forth in resolution number 16 the maximum nominal amount of debt securities which may be issued shall not exceed EUR 400,000,000.00 this amount is common to issued under the delegation of present shareholders meeting [Authority expires at the end of 26 month period]; this delegation of powers supersedes any and all earlier delegation to the same effect the shareholders meeting delegates all powers to the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities, the shareholders’ meeting delegates to the Board of Directors, all powers to charge the share issuance costs against the related premiums | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.9 | | Authorize the Board of Directors the necessary powers to increase the capital, on 1 or more occasions in France or abroad, by a maximum nominal amount of EUR 2,000,000.00 by issuance, with preferred subscription rights maintained, of shares and or securities the maximum nominal amount of debt securities which may be issued shall not exceed EUR 400,000,000.00 this amount is common to all securities which may be issued under the delegation of present shareholders meeting [Authority expires at the end of 26 month period]; this delegation of powers supersedes any and all earlier delegation to the same effect the shareholders meeting delegates all powers to the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities, the shareholders’ meeting delegates to the Board of Directors, all powers to charge the share issuance costs against the related premiums | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.10 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital, on 1 or more occasions at its sole discretion, in favor of employees and corporate officers of the Company and related Companies who are Members of a Company Savings Plan; [Authority expires at the end of 26-month period] and for a nominal amount that shall not exceed 0.2% of the share capital; this amount shall count against the overall value set forth in resolution number 16 the shareholders meeting decides to cancel the shareholders preferential subscription rights the shareholders meeting Delegates all powers to the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities, the shareholders’ meeting delegates to the Board of Directors all powers to charge the share issuance costs against the related premiums and deduct from the premiums the amounts necessary to raise the legal reserves to one tenth of the new capital after each increase, this delegation powers supersedes any and all earlier Delegations to the same effect. | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.11 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to proceed in 1 or more issue, with the issuance of warrants giving right to subscribe to shares the amount of shares which may be subscribed or purchased by the beneficiaries of warrants shall not exceed 3.4% of the share capital party contact narrative the nominal amount of the share capital increase to be carried out under this delegation shall count against the overall value set forth in resolution number 16 the shareholders meeting resolves to waive the preferential subscription rights of the share holders to the warrants giving right to subscribe to shares the shareholders meeting delegates all powers to the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities to charge the share issuance costs against the related premiums and deduct from the premiums the amount necessary to raise the legal reserves to one tenth of the new capital after each increase this authorization granted to shareholders meeting of 04 JUL 2007 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.12 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to grant for free, on 1 or more occasions existing or future shares, in favour of the employees and corporate officers of the Company and related Companies they may not represent more than 1% of the share capital [Authority expires at the end of 38-month period] and for a nominal amount of share capital increase to be carried out under this delegation shall count against the overall value of EUR 4,000,000.00 set forth in resolution number 16 the share holders meeting decides to cancel the shareholders preferential subscription rights the shareholders meeting Delegates all powers to the Board of Directors all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities this authorization supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders meeting of 04 JUL 2007 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.13 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital, on 1 or more occasions, at its sole discretion, in favour of the employees and corporate officers of the Company [Authority expires at the end of 18-month period] and for a nominal amount that shall not exceed 0.4% of the share capital this amount shall count against the overall value of EUR 4,000,000.00 set forth in resolution number 16 the shareholders meeting decides to cancel the shareholders preferential subscription rights the shareholders meeting Delegates all powers to the Board of Directors all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities this delegation supersedes any and all earlier delegation to the same effect | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.14 | | Authorize the Board of Directors the necessary powers to increase the capital, on 1 or more occasions in France or abroad, by a maximum nominal amount of EUR 2,000,000.00 by issuance of shares and or securities; [Authority expires at the end of 18 month period]; this amount shall count against the overall value set forth in resolution number 16 the shareholder meeting decides to cancel the shareholders preferentail subscription rights; the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities the shareholders meetings delegates to the Board of Directors, all powers to chare the share issuance costs against the related preminums this supersedes any and all earlier delegation to the same effect | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.15 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital, up to 10% of the share capital, by way of issuing the shares or securities giving access to the capital, in consideration for the contributions in kind granted to the Company and comprised of capital securities or securities giving access to share capital, this amount shall count against the overall values set forth in resolution number 16 [Authority expires at the end of the 26 months] approve to cancel the shareholders’ preferential subscription rights, authorize the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities, this delegation of powers supersedes any and all earlier delegations to the same effect | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.16 | | Approve the maximal nominal amount of the capital increases ton be carried out under the delegations of authority number 8,9,10,11,12,13,14 and 15 shall not exceed EUR 4,000,000.00 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.17 | | Receive the report of the Board of Directors, the shareholders meeting decides that the various delegations given by the resolutions N 8 to 15 at the present meeting shall be used in whole or in part in accordance with the legal provisions in force, during periods when cash or stock tender offers are in effect for the Company’s share for an 18 month period, starting from the date of the present meeting, authorize the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.18 | | Approve to divide by 2 nominal value of the shares from EUR 0.155 to EUR 0.0775 the shareholders’ and authorize the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all formalities; amend the Article No 4 of the Bylaws | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.19 | | Grant full powers to the Bearer of an original, a copy or extract of the minutes of this meeting to carry out all filings, publications and other formalities prescribed By Law | | Management | | For | | For |
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JACKSON HEWITT TAX SERVICE INC. |
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Security | | 468202106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | JTX | | Meeting Date | | 23-Sep-2008 |
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ISIN | | US4682021062 | | Agenda | | 932944653 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ULYSSES L. BRIDGEMAN, JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RODMAN L. DRAKE | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | PROPOSAL TO AMEND AMENDED AND RESTATED CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION TO ELIMINATE THE CLASSIFICATION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS BEGINNING WITH THE 2009 ANNUAL MEETING. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | ADVISORY (NON-BINDING) VOTE ON EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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04 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE SELECTION OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING APRIL 30, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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SHIRE PLC |
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Security | | G8124V108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 24-Sep-2008 |
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ISIN | | JE00B2QKY057 | | Agenda | | 701688799 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Elect Mr. Matthew Emmens as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Elect Mr. Angus Russell as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Elect Mr. Graham Hetherington as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Elect Dr. Barry Price as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Elect Mr. David Kappler as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Elect Dr. Jeffrey Leiden as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Elect Mr. Patrick Langlois as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Elect Ms. Kate Nealon as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Elect Mr. David Mott as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Elect Dr. Michael Rosenblatt as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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11. | | Appoint Deloitte & Touche LLP as the Auditors of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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12. | | Authorize the audit, Compliance and Risk Committee to fix the remuneration of the Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
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13. | | Grant authority to issue of equity or equity-linked securities with pre-emptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of GBP 9,331,949 | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.14 | | Grant authority to issue of equity or equity-linked securities without pre-emptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of GBP 1,399,792 | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.15 | | Grant authority to 55,991,697 ordinary shares for market purchase | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.16 | | Approve to change the Company name to Shire Plc | | Management | | For | | For |
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DELTA AIR LINES, INC. |
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Security | | 247361702 | | Meeting Type | | Special |
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Ticker Symbol | | DAL | | Meeting Date | | 25-Sep-2008 |
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ISIN | | US2473617023 | | Agenda | | 932945756 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | APPROVE THE ISSUANCE OF DELTA COMMON STOCK, IN THE MERGER CONTEMPLATED BY THE AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER, DATED AS OF APRIL 14, 2008, BY AND AMONG DELTA AIR LINES, INC., NAUTILUS MERGER CORPORATION AND NORTHWEST AIRLINES CORPORATION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE DELTA 2007 PERFORMANCE COMPENSATION PLAN TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF SHARES OF DELTA COMMON STOCK ISSUABLE UNDER THE PLAN BY A NUMBER OF SHARES EQUAL TO 15% OF DELTA’S OUTSTANDING EQUITY CAPITALIZATION, DETERMINED ON A FULLY-DILUTED BASIS AT THE CLOSING OF THE MERGER, ALL AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE PROXY STATEMENT. | | Management | | For | | For |
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FEDEX CORPORATION |
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Security | | 31428X106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | FDX | | Meeting Date | | 29-Sep-2008 |
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ISIN | | US31428X1063 | | Agenda | | 932946594 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JAMES L. BARKSDALE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: AUGUST A. BUSCH IV | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN A. EDWARDSON | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JUDITH L. ESTRIN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: J.R. HYDE, III | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: SHIRLEY A. JACKSON | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: STEVEN R. LORANGER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GARY W. LOVEMAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: FREDERICK W. SMITH | | Management | | For | | For |
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1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOSHUA I. SMITH | | Management | | For | | For |
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1K | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PAUL S. WALSH | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1L | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PETER S. WILLMOTT | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT TO INCENTIVE STOCK PLAN TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF OPTION SHARES AND RESTRICTED SHARES ISSUABLE UNDER THE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | RATIFICATION OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING INDEPENDENT BOARD CHAIRMAN. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
| | | | |
05 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING SHAREHOLDER VOTE ON EXECUTIVE PAY. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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MISYS PLC |
| | | |
Security | | G61572148 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 30-Sep-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | GB0003857850 | | Agenda | | 701687139 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Receive the 2008 Directors report the financial statements and the auditors report | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2. | | Approve the remuneration report | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3. | | Declare a final dividend of 4.95p per ordinary share | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4. | | Re-elect Mr. Al-Noor Ramji as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5. | | Re-appoint the Auditors and authorize the Directors to set their remuneration | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
6. | | Authorize the Directors to allot relevant securities generally | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
S.7 | | Authorize the Directors to allot securities for cash within specified limits | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
S.8 | | Grant authority to purchase of own shares in the market | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
9. | | Grant authority to the making of EU political donations | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
S.10 | | Adopt new Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
11. | | Approve to establish the Misys Omnibus Share Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
12. | | Grant authority to offer plans similar to the Misys Omnibus Share Plan in overseas territories | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
13. | | Approve to establish the Misys Share Incentive Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
14. | | Grant authority to offer plans similar to the Misys Share Incentive Plan in overseas territories | | Management | | For | | For |
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BOSTON PRIVATE FINANCIAL HOLDINGS, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 101119105 | | Meeting Type | | Special |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | BPFH | | Meeting Date | | 30-Sep-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US1011191053 | | Agenda | | 932953676 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | COMPANY PROPOSAL TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE COMPANY’S RESTATED ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF AUTHORIZED SHARES OF COMMON STOCK FROM 70,000,000 TO 170,000,000. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | COMPANY PROPOSAL TO APPROVE THE CONVERSION OF THE SERIES B PREFERRED STOCK INTO COMMON STOCK AND THE ISSUANCE OF COMMON STOCK IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS OF THE SERIES B PREFERRED STOCK AND THE EXERCISE OF THE WARRANTS TO PURCHASE COMMON STOCK AND THE ISSUANCE OF COMMON STOCK IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS OF THE WARRANTS, AS FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE PROXY STATEMENT. | | Management | | For | | For |
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BLUE COAT SYSTEMS, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 09534T508 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | BCSI | | Meeting Date | | 02-Oct-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US09534T5083 | | Agenda | | 932949689 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 BRIAN M. NESMITH | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 DAVID W. HANNA | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 JAMES A. BARTH | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 KEITH GEESLIN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 5 TIMOTHY A. HOWES | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 6 JAMES R. TOLONEN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT ACCOUNTANTS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING APRIL 30, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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MISYS PLC |
| | | |
Security | | G61572148 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 06-Oct-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | GB0003857850 | | Agenda | | 701698930 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO CHANGE IN MEETING DATE. IF YOU HAVE-ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve the merger of the Company’s subsidiary Misys Healthcare and Patriot Merger Company, LLC, a subsidiary of Allscripts, approve the purchase by the Company or its Designee of either 18,857,152 or 18,957,152 shares of newly issued Allscripts common stock | | Management | | For | | For |
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PAYCHEX, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 704326107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | PAYX | | Meeting Date | | 07-Oct-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US7043261079 | | Agenda | | 932950050 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: B. THOMAS GOLISANO | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID J.S. FLASCHEN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PHILLIP HORSLEY | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GRANT M. INMAN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PAMELA A. JOSEPH | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JONATHAN J. JUDGE | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOSEPH M. TUCCI | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOSEPH M. VELLI | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE AUDIT COMMITTEE’S SELECTION OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. | | Management | | For | | For |
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DIAGEO PLC, LONDON |
| | | |
Security | | G42089113 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 15-Oct-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | GB0002374006 | | Agenda | | 701707791 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Receive the reports and accounts of 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2. | | Approve the Directors’ remuneration report of 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3. | | Declare a final dividend | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4. | | Re-elect Dr. Franz B. Humer as a Director, who retires by rotation | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5. | | Re-elect Ms. Maria Lilja as a Director, who retires by rotation | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
6. | | Re-elect Mr. W S Shanahan as Director, who retires by rotation | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
7. | | Re-elect Mr. H T Stitzer as a Director, who retires by rotation | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
8. | | Elect Mr. Philip G Scott as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
9. | | Re-appoint the Auditors and approve the remuneration of the Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
10. | | Grant authority to allot relevant securities | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
S.11 | | Approve the dis-application of pre-emption rights | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
S.12 | | Grant authority to purchase own ordinary shares | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
13. | | Grant authority to make political donations and/or incur political expenditure | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
14. | | Adopt the Diageo Plc 2008 Performance Share Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
15. | | Adopt the Diageo Plc 2008 Senior Executive Share Option Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
16. | | Grant authority to establish international share plans | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
S.17 | | Amend the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
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ABAXIS, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 002567105 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | ABAX | | Meeting Date | | 28-Oct-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US0025671050 | | Agenda | | 932954844 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 CLINTON H. SEVERSON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 R.J. BASTIANI, PH.D. | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 HENK J. EVENHUIS | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 BRENTON G.A. HANLON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 5 PRITHIPAL SINGH, PH.D. | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 6 E.S. TUCKER III, M.D. | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | TO APPROVE AND RATIFY THE ADOPTION OF AN INCREASE IN THE MAXIMUM AGGREGATE NUMBER OF SHARES OF COMMON STOCK THAT MAY BE ISSUED UNDER ABAXIS’ 2005 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN BY 500,000 SHARES, FROM 4,886,000 TO 5,386,000 SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF BURR, PILGER & MAYER LLP AS THE INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM OF ABAXIS, INC. FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING MARCH 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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UNILEVER PLC |
| | | |
Security | | 904767704 | | Meeting Type | | Special |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | UL | | Meeting Date | | 28-Oct-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US9047677045 | | Agenda | | 932963172 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | TO ELECT MR P POLMAN AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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AUTOMATIC DATA PROCESSING, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 053015103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | ADP | | Meeting Date | | 11-Nov-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US0530151036 | | Agenda | | 932958501 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 GREGORY D. BRENNEMAN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 LESLIE A. BRUN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 GARY C. BUTLER | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 LEON G. COOPERMAN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 5 ERIC C. FAST | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 6 R. GLENN HUBBARD | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 7 JOHN P. JONES | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 8 FREDERIC V. MALEK | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 9 CHARLES H. NOSKI | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 10 SHARON T. ROWLANDS | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 11 GREGORY L. SUMME | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 12 HENRY TAUB | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | APPROVAL OF THE 2008 OMNIBUS AWARD PLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
CISCO SYSTEMS, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 17275R102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | CSCO | | Meeting Date | | 13-Nov-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US17275R1023 | | Agenda | | 932954729 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CAROL A. BARTZ | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: M. MICHELE BURNS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MICHAEL D. CAPELLAS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LARRY R. CARTER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN T. CHAMBERS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: BRIAN L. HALLA | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DR. JOHN L. HENNESSY | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RICHARD M. KOVACEVICH | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RODERICK C. MCGEARY | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MICHAEL K. POWELL | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1K | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: STEVEN M. WEST | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1L | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JERRY YANG | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS CISCO’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JULY 25, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | PROPOSAL SUBMITTED BY A SHAREHOLDER TO AMEND THE COMPANY’S BYLAWS TO ESTABLISH A BOARD COMMITTEE ON HUMAN RIGHTS. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | PROPOSAL SUBMITTED BY SHAREHOLDERS REQUESTING THE BOARD TO PUBLISH A REPORT TO SHAREHOLDERS WITHIN SIX MONTHS PROVIDING A SUMMARIZED LISTING AND ASSESSMENT OF CONCRETE STEPS CISCO COULD REASONABLY TAKE TO REDUCE THE LIKELIHOOD THAT ITS BUSINESS PRACTICES MIGHT ENABLE OR ENCOURAGE THE VIOLATION OF HUMAN RIGHTS, AS SET FORTH IN THE PROXY STATEMENT. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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UNICREDIT SPA, GENOVA |
| | | |
Security | | T95132105 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 14-Nov-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | IT0000064854 | | Agenda | | 701731300 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO CHANGE IN MEETING DATE. IF YOU HAVE-ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
O.1 | | Authorize the dispose of own shares pursuant to the Article of the Italian Civil Code and revocation of powers granted by the ordinary shareholders’ meeting on 16 DEC 2005 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
E.1 | | Approve paid in capital increase in a maximum amount of EUR 486,539,085, in one or more tranches, of a maximum number of 973,078,170 ordinary shares, par value EUR 0.50 per share, to be offered to the ordinary shareholders and to the holders of saving shares of the Company pursuant to Article 2441 of the Italian Civil Code | | Management | | For | | For |
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MICROSOFT CORPORATION |
| | | |
Security | | 594918104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | MSFT | | Meeting Date | | 19-Nov-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US5949181045 | | Agenda | | 932960013 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: STEVEN A. BALLMER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JAMES I. CASH JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DINA DUBLON | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WILLIAM H. GATES III | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
05 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RAYMOND V. GILMARTIN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
06 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: REED HASTINGS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
07 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID F. MARQUARDT | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
08 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CHARLES H. NOSKI | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
09 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: HELMUT PANKE | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
10 | | APPROVAL OF MATERIAL TERMS OF PERFORMANCE CRITERIA UNDER THE EXECUTIVE OFFICER INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
11 | | APPROVAL OF AMENDMENTS TO THE 1999 STOCK OPTION PLAN FOR NON-EMPLOYEE DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
12 | | RATIFICATION OF THE SELECTION OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT AUDITOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
13 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL - ADOPTION OF POLICIES ON INTERNET CENSORSHIP. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
| | | | |
14 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL - ESTABLISHMENT OF BOARD COMMITTEE ON HUMAN RIGHTS. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
| | | | |
15 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL - DISCLOSURE OF CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTIONS. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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SONIC HEALTHCARE LIMITED |
| | | |
Security | | Q8563C107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 20-Nov-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | AU000000SHL7 | | Agenda | | 701737530 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | To receive and consider the financial report of the Company, the Directors’ report and the Auditor’s report for the FYE 30 JUN 2008 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
1. | | Re-elect Mr. Peter Campbell as a Director of the Company, who retires in accordance with Article 71 of the Company’s Constitution | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2. | | Re-elect Mr. Lou Panaccio as a Director of the Company, who retires in accordance with Article 71 of the Company’s Constitution | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3. | | Re-elect Mr. Chris Wilks as a Director of the Company, who retires in accordance with Article 71 of the Company’s Constitution | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
4. | | Adopt the remuneration report for the FYE 30 JUN 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5. | | Approve, for the purposes of ASX Listing Rule 7.4 to the issue by the Company on 10 OCT of 4,939,366 ordinary shares to the underwriter of the Dividend Reinvestment Plan of the Company [DRP] in relation to the 2008 final dividend of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
6. | | Approve, for the purposes of ASX Listing Rule 7.2 and all other purposes, the issue of options, and shares following the valid exercise of such options, under and in accordance with the terms of the Sonic Healthcare Limited Employee Option Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
7. | | Approve, for the purposes of ASX Listing Rule 10.14 and all other purposes, the issue to, and the acquisition by Dr. Colin Goldschmidt of 1,750,000 options under the Sonic Health Care Limited Employee Option Plan and subsequently up to 1,750,000 ordinary shares in the Company following the valid exercise of any such options subject to the terms and conditions as specified | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
8. | | Approve, for the purposes of ASX Listing Rule 10.14 and all other purposes, the issue to, and the acquisition by Mr. Chris Wilks of 875,000 options under the Sonic Health Care Limited Employee Option Plan and subsequently up to 875,000 ordinary shares in the Company following the valid exercise of any such options subject to the terms and conditions as specified | | Management | | For | | For |
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HARRIS STRATEX NETWORKS INC |
| | | |
Security | | 41457P106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | HSTX | | Meeting Date | | 20-Nov-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US41457P1066 | | Agenda | | 932959654 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 CHARLES D. KISSNER | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 2 WILLIAM A. HASLER | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 CLIFFORD H. HIGGERSON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 EDWARD F. THOMPSON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2 | | RATIFICATION OF SELECTION OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS OUR AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3 | | APPROVAL OF THE ANNUAL INCENTIVE PLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4 | | APPROVAL OF THE 2007 STOCK EQUITY PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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CIA SANEAMENTO MINAS GERAIS SA |
| | | |
Security | | P28269101 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 24-Nov-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | BRCSMGACNOR5 | | Agenda | | 701763371 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | IMPORTANT MARKET PROCESSING REQUIREMENT: A BENEFICIAL OWNER SIGNED POWER OF ATTORNEY (POA) IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO LODGE AND EXECUTE YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MARKET. ABSENCE OF A POA, MAY CAUSE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS TO BE REJECTED. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT SHAREHOLDERS SUBMITTING A VOTE TO ELECT A MEMBER MUST INCLUDE-THE NAME OF THE CANDIDATE TO BE ELECTED. IF INSTRUCTIONS TO VOTE ON THIS ITEM-IS RECEIVED WITHOUT A CANDIDATE’S NAME, YOUR VOTE WI LL BE PROCESSED IN FAVOR-OR AGAINST OF THE DEFAULT COMPANY’S CANDIDATE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
I. | | Elect the full and alternate Member of the Board of Directors of the Company, by indication of the majority shareholder | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
II. | | Ratify the public tender administrative process Dvli number 1020080124, construction and services for the implementation of the connecting water main Rio Das Velhas and Paraopeba, Taquaril, Ceu Azul Leg, with a supply of all materials, amount approved of BRL 118,955,781.63 and a deadline of 720 days | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
III. | | Ratify the bid processes authorized by general meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
IV. | | Amend the Article 5 of the Corporate Bylaws of the Company, in regard to the share capital of the business, which will come to have the following wording Article 5 the share capital of the Company is BRL 2,632,265,201.68, totally subscribed for and paid in, represented by 115,165,700 common shares, all of which are nominative and have no par value | | Management | | For | | For |
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BANCA MONTE DEI PASCHI DI SIENA SPA, SIENA |
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Security | | T1188A116 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 04-Dec-2008 |
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ISIN | | IT0001334587 | | Agenda | | 701743153 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE EVENT THE MEETING DOES NOT REACH QUORUM, THERE WILL BE A SECOND CALL ON 05 DEC 2008. CONSEQUENTLY, YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS WILL REMAIN VALID FOR ALL CALLS UNLESS THE AGENDA IS AMENDED. PLEASE BE ALSO ADVISED THAT YOUR SHARES WILL BE BLOCKED UNTIL THE QUORUM IS MET OR THE MEETING IS CANCELLED. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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A.1 | | Approve the stock granting for FY 2007 | | Management | | For | | For |
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A.2 | | Approve to take upon the bank charges related to the emoluments for the common representative of holders of saving shares for 3 business years | | Management | | For | | For |
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A.3 | | Approve the integration to the resolutions of the meeting held on 24 APR 2008 [resolutions related to the purchase and sell of own shares in compliance with Article 2357 and 2357 terms of the Italian civil code] | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.1 | | Amend the Article 15 of the corporate bylaws | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.2 | | Approve the project of merger by incorporation of Banca Antonveneta Spa into Banca Monte Dei Paschi Di Siena Spa | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO CHANGE IN MEETING DATE. IF YOU HAVE-ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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OWENS CORNING |
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Security | | 690742101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | OC | | Meeting Date | | 04-Dec-2008 |
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ISIN | | US6907421019 | | Agenda | | 932969958 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 GASTON CAPERTON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 ANN IVERSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 JOSEPH F. NEELY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 W. ANN REYNOLDS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 ROBERT B. SMITH, JR. | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE SELECTION OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE 2009 FISCAL YEAR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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MISYS PLC |
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Security | | G61572148 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 09-Dec-2008 |
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ISIN | | GB0003857850 | | Agenda | | 701772609 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Approve, the proposed amendment [the Proposed Amendment] to the Allscripts Healthcare Solutions, Inc., the amended and restated 1993 Stock Incentive Plan [the 1993 Plan] to increase the maximum number of shares of common stock of Allscripts-Misys Healthcare Solutions, Inc., [Allscripts-Misys Shares] that may be issued pursuant to grants made under the 1993 Plan by 10,000,000 Allscripts-Misys Shares, taking the total number of Allscripts-Misys Shares that can be issued pursuant to the 1993 Plan to 21,593,489 plus shares attributable to awards that were forfeited or cancelled under the predecessor plans and as specified relating to the Proposed Amendment issued by the Company on 20 NOV 2008, and all documents which the Board of Directors of the Company or any duly authorized Committee thereof may determine are required or are expedient to give effect to the Proposed Amendment; authorize the Company and/or Allscripts-Misys Healthcare Solutions, Inc., to enter into any such documents and that the Board of Directors of the Company or any duly authorized Committee thereof to make such modifications, variations, waivers and extensions of any of the terms or conditions of the Proposed Amendment and of any such documents [provided such modifications, variations, waivers or extensions are not of a material nature] as, in their absolute discretion, they think necessary or desirable and to do all such things as, in their absolute discretion, may be necessary or desirable to complete and give effect to, or otherwise in connection with, the Proposed Amendment and any matters incidental thereto | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO RECEIPT OF CONSERVATIVE CUT-OFF. IF-YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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THE FIRST AMERICAN CORPORATION |
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Security | | 318522307 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | FAF | | Meeting Date | | 10-Dec-2008 |
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ISIN | | US3185223076 | | Agenda | | 932968653 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 GEORGE L. ARGYROS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 BRUCE S. BENNETT | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 J. DAVID CHATHAM | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 GLENN C. CHRISTENSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 WILLIAM G. DAVIS | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 6 JAMES L. DOTI | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 LEWIS W. DOUGLAS, JR. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 CHRISTOPHER V. GREETHAM | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 PARKER S. KENNEDY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 10 THOMAS C. O’BRIEN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 11 FRANK E. O’BRYAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 12 ROSLYN B. PAYNE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 13 D. VAN SKILLING | | | | For | | For |
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| | 14 PATRICK F. STONE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 15 HERBERT B. TASKER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 16 VIRGINIA M. UEBERROTH | | | | For | | For |
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| | 17 MARY LEE WIDENER | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | AMENDMENT OF THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION AND BYLAWS TO INCREASE THE RANGE IN THE NUMBER OF DIRECTORS FROM A RANGE OF 9 TO 17 TO A RANGE OF 10 TO 18 | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | RATIFICATION OF SELECTION OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS FIRST AMERICAN’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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HUTCHISON TELECOMMUNICATIONS INTL LTD |
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Security | | G46714104 | | Meeting Type | | Ordinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 11-Dec-2008 |
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ISIN | | KYG467141043 | | Agenda | | 701774754 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT SHAREHOLDERS ARE ALLOWED TO VOTE ‘FOR’ OR ‘AGAINST’ FOR RESOLUTION NUMBER 1. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN EGM. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve and ratify the facility agreement dated 25 NOV 2008 [the Facility Agreement] entered into between Hutchison Telecommunications Finance Company Limited as lender, the Company as principal borrower and Hutchison Facility Agents Limited as facility agent and security trustee in relation to the Facility [as defined in the circular to Shareholders dated 25 NOV 2008 [the Circular]], as specified [including the Cap [as such term is defined in the Circular]], the entering into of the Facility Agreement by the Company and the transactions contemplated by or incidental to the Facility Agreement; and authorize the Directors of the Company, acting together, individually or by Committee, to do all such acts on behalf of the Company as they may consider necessary, desirable or expedient for the purpose of, or in connection with, the implementation and completion of the Facility Agreement and the transactions contemplated by or incidental to the Facility Agreement | | Management | | For | | For |
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SONIC SOLUTIONS |
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Security | | 835460106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | SNIC | | Meeting Date | | 15-Dec-2008 |
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ISIN | | US8354601069 | | Agenda | | 932978907 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 ROBERT J. DORIS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 ROBERT M. GREBER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 PETER J. MARGUGLIO | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 MARY C. SAUER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 R. WARREN LANGLEY | | | | For | | For |
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INTUIT INC. |
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Security | | 461202103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | INTU | | Meeting Date | | 16-Dec-2008 |
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ISIN | | US4612021034 | | Agenda | | 932969047 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 STEPHEN M. BENNETT | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 CHRISTOPHER W. BRODY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 WILLIAM V. CAMPBELL | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 SCOTT D. COOK | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 DIANE B. GREENE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 MICHAEL R. HALLMAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 EDWARD A. KANGAS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 SUZANNE NORA JOHNSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 DENNIS D. POWELL | | | | For | | For |
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| | 10 STRATTON D. SCLAVOS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 11 BRAD D. SMITH | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFY THE SELECTION OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR FISCAL 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVE THE AMENDMENT TO OUR 2005 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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GDF SUEZ, PARIS |
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Security | | F42768105 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 17-Dec-2008 |
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ISIN | | FR0010208488 | | Agenda | | 701746123 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | “French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative-to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative” | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE FOR AND-AGAINST A VOTE OF ABSTAIN WILL BE TREATED AS AN AGAINST VOTE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve, after having taken note of the contribution agreement between Gdf Suez and Gdf Investissements 31, all the terms of the contribution agreement, the valuation of the contribution and the consideration for it consequently, the shareholders meeting decides to increase the share capital by the creation of 1,140,946 new fully paid up shares of a par value of EUR 10.00 each, to be distributed to Gdf Suez the difference between the amount of the net assets contributed of EUR 114,094,600.00 and the nominal amount of the share capital increase of EUR 11,409,460.00, estimated at EUR 102,685, 140.00, will form the merger premium; and authorize the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve, after having taken note of the contribution agreement between Gdf Suez and Gdf Investissements 37, all the terms of the contribution agreement, the valuation of the contribution and the consideration for it consequently, to increase the share capital by creation of 19,036,102 new fully paid up shares of a par value of EUR 10.00 each, to be distributed to Gdf Suez the difference between the amount of the net assets contributed of EUR 1,903,610,200.00 and the nominal amount of the share capital increase of EUR 190,361,020.00, estimated at EUR 1,713,249,180.00, will form the merger premium; and authorize the board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Amend the Article 16 of the By-Laws | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Amend the Article 13 of the By-Laws | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Grant full powers to the bearer of an original, a copy or extract of the minutes of this meeting to carry out all filings, publications and other formalities prescribed By-Law | | Management | | For | | For |
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BNP PARIBAS |
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Security | | F1058Q238 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 19-Dec-2008 |
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ISIN | | FR0000131104 | | Agenda | | 701766961 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative-to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will-be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If-you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary,-please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve the contribution in kind of 98,529,695 Fortis Banque shares by SFPI | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the contribution in kind of 263,586,083 Fortis Banque Luxembourg shares by Grand Duchy of Luxembourg | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Grant authority to increase the capital of up to 10% of issued capital for future acquisitions | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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4. | | Grant authority for filing of required documents/other formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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THE PNC FINANCIAL SERVICES GROUP, INC. |
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Security | | 693475105 | | Meeting Type | | Special |
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Ticker Symbol | | PNC | | Meeting Date | | 23-Dec-2008 |
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ISIN | | US6934751057 | | Agenda | | 932981257 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | A PROPOSAL TO APPROVE THE ISSUANCE OF SHARES OF PNC COMMON STOCK AS CONTEMPLATED BY THE AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER, DATED AS OF OCTOBER 24, 2008, BY AND BETWEEN THE PNC FINANCIAL SERVICES GROUP, INC. AND NATIONAL CITY CORPORATION, AS SUCH AGREEMENT MAY BE AMENDED FROM TIME TO TIME. | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | A PROPOSAL TO APPROVE THE ADJOURNMENT OF THE SPECIAL MEETING OF SHAREHOLDERS, IF NECESSARY OR APPROPRIATE, TO SOLICIT ADDITIONAL PROXIES, IN THE EVENT THAT THERE ARE NOT SUFFICIENT VOTES AT THE TIME OF THE SPECIAL MEETING OF SHAREHOLDERS TO APPROVE THE FOREGOING PROPOSAL. | | Management | | For | | For |
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EDGE PETROLEUM CORPORATION |
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Security | | 279862106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | EPEX | | Meeting Date | | 29-Dec-2008 |
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ISIN | | US2798621064 | | Agenda | | 932955478 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | ADOPTION OF THE AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER. | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 VINCENT S. ANDREWS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 JONATHAN M. CLARKSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 MICHAEL A. CREEL | | | | For | | For |
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03 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE THE APPOINTMENT OF BDO SEIDMAN, LLP AS THE INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE COMPANY FOR 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
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CERAGON NETWORKS LTD. |
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Security | | M22013102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | CRNT | | Meeting Date | | 31-Dec-2008 |
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ISIN | | IL0010851660 | | Agenda | | 932982704 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 YAEL LANGER | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO APPROVE THE GRANT OF OPTIONS TO THE COMPANY’S DIRECTORS, EXCEPT OUR EXTERNAL DIRECTORS. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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03 | | TO RE-APPOINT KOST FORER GABBAY & KASIERER, A MEMBER OF ERNST & YOUNG GLOBAL, AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT AUDITOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | TO APPROVE AND ADOPT THE COMPANY’S DIRECTORS AND OFFICERS LIABILITY INSURANCE POLICY FOR THE PERIOD COMMENCING JULY 9, 2008 AND ENDING NO LATER THAN THE LATER OF THE 2009 ANNUAL MEETING OF SHAREHOLDERS AND SEPTEMBER 10, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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MONSANTO COMPANY |
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Security | | 61166W101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | MON | | Meeting Date | | 14-Jan-2009 |
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ISIN | | US61166W1018 | | Agenda | | 932980534 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JANICE L. FIELDS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: HUGH GRANT | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: C. STEVEN MCMILLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT J. STEVENS | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE 2009 FISCAL YEAR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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AMDOCS LIMITED |
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Security | | G02602103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | DOX | | Meeting Date | | 22-Jan-2009 |
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ISIN | | GB0022569080 | | Agenda | | 932983631 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 BRUCE K. ANDERSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 ADRIAN GARDNER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 CHARLES E. FOSTER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 JAMES S. KAHAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 ZOHAR ZISAPEL | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 DOV BAHARAV | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 JULIAN A. BRODSKY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 ELI GELMAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 NEHEMIA LEMELBAUM | | | | For | | For |
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| | 10 JOHN T. MCLENNAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 11 ROBERT A. MINICUCCI | | | | For | | For |
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| | 12 SIMON OLSWANG | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROVAL OF SPECIAL RESOLUTION AMENDING AND RESTATING THE MEMORANDUM OF INCORPORATION AND ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION AS DESCRIBED IN THE ACCOMPANYING PROXY STATEMENT. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVAL OF CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | RATIFICATION AND APPROVAL OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AND AUTHORIZATION OF AUDIT COMMITTEE OF BOARD TO FIX REMUNERATION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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THE SCOTTS MIRACLE-GRO CO. |
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Security | | 810186106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | SMG | | Meeting Date | | 22-Jan-2009 |
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ISIN | | US8101861065 | | Agenda | | 932986295 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 THOMAS N. KELLY JR. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 CARL F. KOHRT, PH.D. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 JOHN S. SHIELY | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE SELECTION OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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SIEMENS AG, MUENCHEN |
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Security | | D69671218 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 27-Jan-2009 |
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ISIN | | DE0007236101 | | Agenda | | 701785567 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | AS A CONDITION OF VOTING, GERMAN MARKET REGULATIONS REQUIRE THAT YOU DISCLOSE-WHETHER YOU HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST IN THIS COMPANY. SHOULD EITHER BE THE CASE, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE SO THAT WE-MAY LODGE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS ACCORDINGLY. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A CONTROLLING OR-PERSONAL INTEREST, SUBMIT YOUR VOTE AS NORMAL. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THESE SHARES MAY BE BLOCKED DEPENDING ON SOME SUBCUSTODIANS’-PROCESSING IN THE MARKET. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE TO-OBTAIN BLOCKING INFORMATION FOR YOUR ACCOUNTS. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Presentation of the report of the Supervisory Board, the corporate governance-and compensation report, and the compliance report for the 2007/2008 FY | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2. | | Presentation of the Company and group financial statements and annual reports-for the 2007/2008 FY with the report pursuant to Sections 289(4) and 315(4) of-the German Commercial Code | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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3. | | Resolution on the appropriation of the distributable profit of EUR 1,462,725,473.60 as follows: Payment of a dividend of EUR 1.60 per entitled share Ex-dividend and payable date: 28 JAN 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.1. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Rudi Lamprecht [Postponement] | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.2. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Juergen Radomski [Postponement] | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.3. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Uriel J. Sharef [Postponement] | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.4. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Klaus Wucherer [Postponement] | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.5. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Peter Loescher | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.6. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Wolfgang Dehen | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.7. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Heinrich Hiesinger | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.8. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Joe Kaeser | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.9. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Eduardo Montes | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.10. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Jim Reid-Anderson | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.11. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Erich R. Reinhardt | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.12. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Hermann Requardt | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.13. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Siegfried Russwurm | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.14. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Peter Y. Solmssen | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.1. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Gerhard Cromme | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.2. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Ralf Heckmann | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.3. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Josef Ackermann | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.4. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Lothar Adler | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.5. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Jean-Louis Beffa | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.6. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Gerhard Bieletzki | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.7. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Gerd von Brandenstein | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.8. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. John David Coombe | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.9. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Hildegard Cornudet | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.10. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Michael Diekmann | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.11. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Hans Michael Gaul | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.12. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Birgit Grube | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.13. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Peter Gruss | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.14. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Bettina Haller | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.15. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Heinz Hawreliuk | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.16. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Berthold Huber | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.17. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Harald Kern | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.18. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Walter Kroell | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.19. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Nicola Leibinger-Kammueller | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.20. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Michael Mirow | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.21. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Werner Moenius | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.22. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Roland Motzigemba | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.23. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Thomas Rackow | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.24. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Hakan Samuelsson | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.25. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Dieter Scheitor | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.26. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Albrecht Schmidt | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.27. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Henning Schulte-Noelle | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.28. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Rainer Sieg | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.29. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Peter von Siemens | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.30. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Jerry I. Speyer | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.31. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Birgit Steinborn | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.32. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Iain Vallance of Tummel | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Appointment of auditors for the 2008/2009 FY: Ernst + Young AG, Stuttgart | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Authorization to acquire own shares, the Company shall be authorized to acquire own shares of up to 10% of its share capital, at prices neither more than 10% above nor more than 20% below the market price, between 01 MAR 2009, and 26 JUL 2010, the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized to retire the shares, to use the shares within the scope of the Company’s stock option plans, to issue the shares to employees and executives of the Company, and to use the shares to fulfill conversion or option rights | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Authorization to use derivatives for the acquisition of own shares Supplementary to item 7, the Company shall be authorized to use call and put options for the purpose of acquiring own shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Resolution on the creation of authorized capital, and the corresponding amendments to the Articles of Association, the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized, with the consent of the Supervisory Board, to increase the share capital by up to EUR 520,800,000 through the issue of up to 173,600,000 new registered shares against cash payment, on or before 26 JAN 2014, shareholders shall be granted subscription rights, except for the issue of shares against payment in kind, for residual amounts, for the granting of subscription rights to bondholders, and for the issue of shares at a price not materially below their market price | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Resolution on the authorization to issue convertible or warrant bonds, the creation of new contingent capital, and the corresponding amendments to the Articles of Association, the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized to issue bonds of up to EUR 15,000,000,000, conferring a convertible or option right for up to 200,000,000 new shares, on or before 26 JAN 2014, shareholders shall be granted subscription rights, except for the issue of bonds at a price not materially below their theoretical market value, for residual amounts, and for the granting of subscription rights to holders of previously issued convertible or option rights, the Company’s share capital shall be increased accordingly by up to EUR 600,000,000 through the issue of new registered shares, insofar as convertible or option rights are exercised | | Management | | For | | For |
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11. | | Resolution on the revision of the Supervisory Board remuneration, and the corresponding amendments to the Articles of Association, the members of the Supervisory Board shall receive a fixed annual remuneration of EUR 50,000, plus a variable remuneration of EUR 150 per EUR 0.01 of the earnings per share in excess of EUR 1, plus a further variable remuneration of EUR 250 per EUR 0.01 by which the three-year average earnings per share exceed EUR 2, the Chairman shall receive three times, and the Deputy Chairman one and a half times, the amounts Committee members shall be granted further remuneration, all members shall receive an attendance fee of EUR 1,000 per meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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12. | | Amendment to the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | COUNTER PROPOSALS HAVE BEEN RECEIVED FOR THIS MEETING. A LINK TO THE COUNTER PROPOSAL INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE IN THE MATERIAL URL SECTION OF THE APPLICATION. IF YOU WISH TO ACT ON THESE ITEMS, YOU WILL NEED TO REQUEST A MEETING ATTEND AND VOTE YOUR SHARES AT THE COMPANYS MEETING. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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ORTHOFIX INTERNATIONAL N.V. |
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Security | | N6748L102 | | Meeting Type | | Contested-Consent |
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Ticker Symbol | | OFIX | | Meeting Date | | 28-Jan-2009 |
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ISIN | | ANN6748L1027 | | Agenda | | 932991385 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | REVOKE CONSENT TO HOLD SPECIAL MEETING. | | Management | | | | |
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ORTHOFIX INTERNATIONAL N.V. |
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Security | | N6748L102 | | Meeting Type | | Contested-Consent |
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Ticker Symbol | | OFIX | | Meeting Date | | 28-Jan-2009 |
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ISIN | | ANN6748L1027 | | Agenda | | 932991397 - Opposition |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | CONSENT TO HOLD SPECIAL MEETING. | | Management | | For | | * |
* | Management Position Unknown |
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BECTON, DICKINSON AND COMPANY |
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Security | | 075887109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | BDX | | Meeting Date | | 03-Feb-2009 |
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ISIN | | US0758871091 | | Agenda | | 932987007 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 C.M. FRASER-LIGGETT | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 E.J. LUDWIG | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 W.J. OVERLOCK, JR. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 B.L. SCOTT | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF SELECTION OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | AMENDMENT TO BD’S RESTATED CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | AMENDMENT TO THE 2004 EMPLOYEE AND DIRECTOR EQUITY-BASED COMPENSATION PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | APPROVAL OF MATERIAL TERMS OF PERFORMANCE GOALS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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06 | | SPECIAL SHAREHOLDER MEETINGS. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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07 | | CUMULATIVE VOTING. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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FINANCIERE MARC DE LACHARRIERE (FIMALAC), PARIS |
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Security | | F3534D120 | | Meeting Type | | Ordinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 10-Feb-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000037947 | | Agenda | | 701799491 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative-to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will-be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If-you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A MIX MEETING. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve to accept the consolidated financial statements and statutory reports | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Approve the financial statements and statutory reports | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve the Auditor’s special report regarding related-party transactions | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Approve the allocation of income and dividends of EUR 1.50 per Share | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Re-elect Mr. Bernard Pierre as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.6 | | Appoint Pierre Mercadal as an Alternate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.7 | | Approve the remuneration of the Directors in the aggregate amount of EUR 320,000 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.8 | | Grant authority for the repurchase of up to 10% of issued share capital | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.9 | | Grant authority for the issuance of equity or equity-linked securities with preemptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 230 million | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.10 | | Grant authority for the issuance of equity or equity-linked securities without preemptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 150 million | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.11 | | Grant authority for the capital increase of up to EUR 100 million for future exchange offers | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.12 | | Grant authority for the capital increase of up to 10% of issued capital for future acquisitions | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.13 | | Approve to set global limit for capital increase to result from issuance requests without preemptive rights under items 10 to 12 at EUR 150 million | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.14 | | Approve to set global limit for capital increase to result from issuance requests with and without preemptive rights under items 9 to 12 at EUR 230 million | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.15 | | Grant authority for the capitalization of reserves of up to EUR 300 million for bonus issue or increase in par value | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.16 | | Approve the Employee Stock Purchase Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.17 | | Approve the reduction in share capital via cancellation of repurchased shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.18 | | Grant authority for the filing of required documents/other formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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WEATHERFORD INTERNATIONAL LTD. |
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Security | | G95089101 | | Meeting Type | | Special |
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Ticker Symbol | | WFT | | Meeting Date | | 17-Feb-2009 |
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ISIN | | BMG950891017 | | Agenda | | 932993389 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | APPROVAL OF THE SCHEME OF ARRANGEMENT ATTACHED TO THE ACCOMPANYING PROXY STATEMENT AS ANNEX B. | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROVAL OF THE MOTION TO ADJOURN THE MEETING TO A LATER DATE TO SOLICIT ADDITIONAL PROXIES IF THERE ARE INSUFFICIENT VOTES AT THE TIME OF THE MEETING TO APPROVE THE SCHEME OF ARRANGEMENT. | | Management | | For | | For |
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SANDERSON FARMS, INC. |
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Security | | 800013104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | SAFM | | Meeting Date | | 19-Feb-2009 |
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ISIN | | US8000131040 | | Agenda | | 932991462 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 JOHN H. BAKER, III | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 2 JOHN BIERBUSSE | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 3 MIKE COCKRELL | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 ROWAN H. TAYLOR | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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02 | | TO CONSIDER AND ACT UPON A PROPOSAL TO RATIFY AND APPROVE THE SELECTION OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT AUDITORS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING OCTOBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO CONSIDER AND ACT UPON A STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING “CAK”. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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PLANAR SYSTEMS, INC. |
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Security | | 726900103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | PLNR | | Meeting Date | | 19-Feb-2009 |
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ISIN | | US7269001035 | | Agenda | | 932993428 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 GERALD K. PERKEL | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 E. KAY STEPP | | | | For | | For |
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CLUB MEDITERRANEE |
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Security | | F18690101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 20-Feb-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000121568 | | Agenda | | 701800268 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A MIX MEETING. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative-to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will-be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If-you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve, the reports of the Board of Directors, of the Chairman of the Board of Directors on the conditions for the preparation and the organization of the work of the Board and on the internal audit procedures and the Auditors, the Company’s financial statements for the YE on 31 OCT 2008, as presented, accordingly, Grant discharge to the Board of Directors for the performance of its duties during the said FY | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Receive the reports of the Board of Directors, of the Chairman of the Board of Directors on the conditions for the preparation and the organization of the work of the Board and on the internal audit procedures and the Auditors, approve the consolidated financial statements for the said FY, in the form presented to the meeting, showing net profit group share of EUR 1,000,000.00 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve to resolves to record the loss for the year of EUR 1,230,475.00 as a deficit in retained earnings, following this appropriation, the retained earnings account will show a new debit balance of EUR 297,476,281.00, as required Bylaw, it is reminded that, for the last 3 financial years, the dividends paid, were as follows: number of shares remunerated: 19,358,005.00 for FY 2004 2005, number of shares remunerated: 19,358,005.00 for FY 2005 2006, number of shares remunerated: 19,370,705.00 for FY 2006 2007 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Receive the special report of the Auditors on Agreements Governed by Articles L. 225-38 ET SEQ. of the French Commercial Code, approve the agreements entered into or which were carried out during the FY | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.5 | | Receive the special report of the Auditors on commitments governed by Article L. 225-42-1 of the French Commercial Code, approve the commitment related to Mr. Henri Giscard D’estaing | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.6 | | Receive the special report of the Auditors on commitments governed by Article L. 225-42-1 of the French Commercial Code, approve the commitment related to Mr. Michel Wolfovski | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.7 | | Approve to award total annual fees of EUR 305,000.00 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.8 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to trade in the Company’s shares on the stock market, subject to the conditions described below: maximum purchase price: EUR 70.00, maximum number of shares to be acquired: 10% of the number of shares comprising the share capital, i.e. 19,377,905 shares, maximum funds invested in the share buybacks: EUR 135,645,370.00 on the basis of the 19,377,905 shares existing on 31 OCT 2008, [Authority is given for an 18 month period], it supersedes the one granted by the shareholders’ meeting of 11 MAR 2008 in its resolution number 15, to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.9 | | Grants full powers to the bearer of an original, a copy or extract of the minutes of this meeting to carry out all filings, publications and other formalities prescribed by Law | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.10 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase on one or more occasions, at its sole discretion, in France or abroad, the share capital to a maximum nominal amount of EUR 50,000,000.00, by issuance, with the shareholders’ preferred subscription rights maintained, of shares or various securities, the nominal amount of debt securities issued shall not exceed EUR 300,000,000.00, [Authority is given for a 26 month period], it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization given by the shareholders’ meeting of 08 MAR 2007 in resolution nr 17, to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.11 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase on one or more occasions, at its sole discretion, in France or abroad, the share capital to a maximum nominal amount of EUR 20,000,000.00, by issuance, with cancellation of the shareholders’ preferred subscription rights, of shares or various securities, the nominal amount of debt securities issued shall not exceed EUR 300,000,000.00, [Authority is given for a 26 month period], it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization given by the shareholders’ meeting of 08 MAR 2007 in resolution nr 18, to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.12 | | Authorize the Board of Directors and within the limit of 10% of the Company’s share capital per year, to set the issue price of the shares or other various securities to be issued, in accordance with the terms and conditions determined by the shareholders meeting this delegation of power supersedes the fraction unused of the one given by the shareholders’ meeting of 08 MAR 2007 in resolution nr 19; [Authority is given for a 26 month period] | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.13 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to issue Company’s equity securities or securities giving access to the Company’s share capital, in consideration for securities tendered in a public exchange offer initiated by the Company concerning the shares of another Company, the maximal nominal amount of capital increases to be carried out under this delegation of authority shall not exceed EUR 20,000,000.00, [Authority is given for a 26 month period], it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization given by the shareholders’ meeting of 08 MAR 2007 in resolution nr 21, to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.14 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital, up to 10% of the share capital, by way of issuing shares or various securities, in consideration for the contributions in kind granted to the Company and comprised of capital securities or securities giving access to share capital, [Authority is given for a 26 month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization given by the shareholders’ meeting of 08 MAR 2007 in resolution nr 22, to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.15 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to grant, in one or more transaction, to the Employees and Corporate Officers of the Group’s Companies, options giving the right either to subscribe for new shares in the Company to be issued thought a share capital increase, or to purchase existing shares purchased by the Company, it being provided that the options shall not give rights to a total number of shares, which shall exceed the legal limits and the overall ceiling referred to in the resolution nr 19, [Authority is given for a 26 month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization given by the shareholders’ meeting of 08 MAR 2007 in resolution nr 23, to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.16 | | Approve, that the Board of Directors may decide, to increase the number of securities to be issued in the event of a capital increase with or without preferential subscription right of shareholder, at the same price of shareholder, at the same price as the initial issue, within 30 days of the closing of the subscription period and up to a maximum of 15% of the initial issue [Authority is given for a 26 month period] | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.17 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to grant, on one or more occasions, existing or future shares, in favor of the Employees or the Corporate Officers of the Company, they may not represent more than 1% of the share capital, [Authority is given for a 26 month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization given by the shareholders’ meeting of 08 MAR 2007 in resolution nr 25, to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.18 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital, on one or more occasions, at its sole discretion, in favor of the Employees and the Corporate Officers of the Company who are Members of the Company saving Plan, [Authority is given for a 26 month period] and for nominal amount that shall not exceed EUR 5,000,000.00, it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization given by the shareholders’ meeting of 08 MAR 2007 in resolution nr 26, to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.19 | | Approve the overall nominal amount pertaining to the capital increase to be carried out by issuing shares, equity securities or other various securities with the use of the delegation given by resolutions number 10, 11, 12, 13, 15, 16, 17 and 18 shall not exceed EUR 75,000,000.00 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.20 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to reduce the share capital, on one or more occasions, by canceling all or part of the shares held by the Company in connection with a stock repurchase plan, up to a maximum of 10% of the share capital over a 24 month period, [Authority if given for an 18 month period], to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.21 | | Grant full powers to the bearer of an original, a copy or extract of the minutes of this meeting to carry out all filings, publications and other formalities prescribed by Law | | Management | | For | | For |
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ALADDIN KNOWLEDGE SYSTEMS LTD. |
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Security | | M0392N101 | | Meeting Type | | Special |
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Ticker Symbol | | ALDN | | Meeting Date | | 20-Feb-2009 |
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ISIN | | IL0010824030 | | Agenda | | 932995509 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | TO ADOPT AND APPROVE THE AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER, DATED AS OF JANUARY 11, 2009, BY AND AMONG MAGIC LAMP CORP., JASMINE MERGER CORP LTD. AND ALADDIN, APPROVE THE MERGER CONTEMPLATED THEREBY AND APPROVE ALL OTHER TRANSACTIONS CONTEMPLATED BY THE AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER. | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO APPROVE THE ARTICLES AMENDMENT AND CORRESPONDING AMENDMENTS TO THE INDEMNIFICATION AGREEMENTS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO APPROVE THE D&O INSURANCE RENEWAL AND THE PURCHASE OF THE RUN-OFF INSURANCE. | | Management | | For | | For |
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NOVARTIS AG |
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Security | | 66987V109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | NVS | | Meeting Date | | 24-Feb-2009 |
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ISIN | | US66987V1098 | | Agenda | | 932996905 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | APPROVAL OF THE ANNUAL REPORT, FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND GROUP CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE BUSINESS YEAR 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | DISCHARGE FROM LIABILITY OF THE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROPRIATION OF AVAILABLE EARNINGS OF NOVARTIS AG AS PER BALANCE SHEET AND DECLARATION OF DIVIDEND | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | REDUCTION OF SHARE CAPITAL | | Management | | For | | For |
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5A | | AMENDMENTS TO THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION - INTRODUCTION OF A CONSULTATIVE VOTE ON THE REMUNERATION REPORT | | Management | | For | | Against |
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5B | | AMENDMENTS TO THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION - PURPOSE | | Management | | For | | For |
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5C | | AMENDMENTS TO THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION - AUDITORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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6BA | | RE-ELECTION OF PROF. SRIKANT M. DATAR PH.D. FOR A THREE-YEAR TERM | | Management | | For | | For |
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6BB | | RE-ELECTION OF ANDREAS VON PLANTA PH.D. FOR A THREE-YEAR TERM | | Management | | For | | For |
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6BC | | RE-ELECTION OF DR. ING. WENDELIN WIEDEKING FOR A THREE-YEAR TERM | | Management | | For | | For |
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6BD | | RE-ELECTION OF PROF. ROLF M. ZINKERNAGEL M.D. FOR A THREE-YEAR TERM | | Management | | For | | For |
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6C | | ELECTION OF PROF. WILLIAM BRODY, M.D., PH.D. FOR A THREE-YEAR TERM | | Management | | For | | For |
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07 | | APPOINTMENT OF THE AUDITOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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08 | | ADDITIONAL AND/OR COUNTER-PROPOSALS PRESENTED AT THE MEETING | | Management | | For | | For |
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SIRONA DENTAL SYSTEMS, INC. |
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Security | | 82966C103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | SIRO | | Meeting Date | | 25-Feb-2009 |
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ISIN | | US82966C1036 | | Agenda | | 932996359 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 NICHOLAS W. ALEXOS | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 2 DAVID K. BEECKEN | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 3 JOST FISCHER | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 4 ARTHUR D. KOWALOFF | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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02 | | PROPOSAL TO AMEND OUR EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN TO RAISE THE NUMBER OF SHARES OF COMMON STOCK ISSUABLE UNDER THE PLAN TO 4,550,000. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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03 | | PROPOSAL TO AMEND OUR 1996 STOCK OPTION PLAN TO PERMIT A STOCK OPTION EXCHANGE PROGRAM TO EXCHANGE OUTSTANDING STOCK OPTIONS UNDER OUR 1996 STOCK OPTION PLAN WITH A PER-SHARE EXERCISE PRICE EQUAL TO OR GREATER THAN $25.10 FOR STOCK OPTIONS UNDER OUR EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN ON A VALUE-FOR-VALUE BASIS. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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04 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE SELECTION OF KPMG DEUTSCHE TREUHAND-GESELLSCHAFT, AKTIENGESELLSCHAFT, WIRTSCHAFTSPRUEFUNGSGESELLSCHAFT, GERMANY AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT AUDITOR FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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INTERNATIONAL GAME TECHNOLOGY |
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Security | | 459902102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | IGT | | Meeting Date | | 03-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | US4599021023 | | Agenda | | 932992161 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 ROBERT A. BITTMAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 RICHARD R. BURT | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 PATTI S. HART | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 ROBERT A. MATHEWSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 THOMAS J. MATTHEWS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 ROBERT MILLER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 FREDERICK B. RENTSCHLER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 DAVID E. ROBERSON | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROVAL OF THE AMENDMENTS TO THE INTERNATIONAL GAME TECHNOLOGY 2002 STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS IGT’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | ELECTION OF PHILIP G. SATRE TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. “AN “AGAINST” VOTE ON ITEM 4 WILL BE TREATED AS A WITHHOLD VOTE WITH RESPECT TO PHILIP G. SATRE.” | | Management | | For | | For |
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BANCA MONTE DEI PASCHI DI SIENA SPA, SIENA |
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Security | | T1188A116 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 04-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | IT0001334587 | | Agenda | | 701804812 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE EVENT THE MEETING DOES NOT REACH QUORUM, THERE WILL BE A SECOND CALL ON 05 MAR 2009. CONSEQUENTLY, YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS WILL REMAIN VALID FOR ALL CALLS UNLESS THE AGENDA IS AMENDED. PLEASE BE ALSO ADVISED THAT YOUR SHARES WILL BE BLOCKED UNTIL THE QUORUM IS MET OR THE MEETING IS CANCELLED. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve the merger through incorporation of Banca Toscana into Banca Monte Paschi Siena | | Management | | For | | For |
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THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY |
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Security | | 254687106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | DIS | | Meeting Date | | 10-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | US2546871060 | | Agenda | | 932990559 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: SUSAN E. ARNOLD | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN E. BRYSON | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN S. CHEN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JUDITH L. ESTRIN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT A. IGER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: STEVEN P. JOBS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: FRED H. LANGHAMMER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: AYLWIN B. LEWIS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MONICA C. LOZANO | | Management | | For | | For |
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1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT W. MATSCHULLAT | | Management | | For | | For |
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1K | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN E. PEPPER, JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1L | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ORIN C. SMITH | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSE-COOPERS LLP AS THE COMPANY’S REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO APPROVE THE AMENDMENT TO THE AMENDED AND RESTATED 2005 STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | TO APPROVE THE TERMS OF THE AMENDED AND RESTATED 2002 EXECUTIVE PERFORMANCE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | TO APPROVE THE SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL RELATING TO POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS REPORTING. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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06 | | TO APPROVE THE SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL RELATING TO DEATH BENEFIT PAYMENTS. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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07 | | TO APPROVE THE SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL RELATING TO SHAREHOLDER ADVISORY VOTE ON EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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FRANKLIN RESOURCES, INC. |
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Security | | 354613101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | BEN | | Meeting Date | | 11-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | US3546131018 | | Agenda | | 932991311 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: SAMUEL H. ARMACOST | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CHARLES CROCKER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOSEPH R. HARDIMAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT D. JOFFE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CHARLES B. JOHNSON | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GREGORY E. JOHNSON | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RUPERT H. JOHNSON, JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: THOMAS H. KEAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CHUTTA RATNATHICAM | | Management | | For | | For |
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1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PETER M. SACERDOTE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1K | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LAURA STEIN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1L | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ANNE M. TATLOCK | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO RESUBMIT FOR STOCKHOLDER APPROVAL THE 2004 KEY EXECUTIVE INCENTIVE COMPENSATION PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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CARLSBERG AS |
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Security | | K36628137 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 12-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | DK0010181759 | | Agenda | | 701826185 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | IMPORTANT MARKET PROCESSING REQUIREMENT: A BENEFICIAL OWNER SIGNED POWER OF ATTORNEY (POA) IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO LODGE AND EXECUTE YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MARKET. ABSENCE OF A POA, MAY CAUSE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS TO BE REJECTED. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Receive the report on the activities of the Company in the past year | | Management | | Abstain | | Against |
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2. | | Approve the audited annual report and grant discharge to the Board of Directors and the Executive Board from their obligations | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approve the distribution of the profit for the year, including declaration of the dividends | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Authorize the Board of Directors of Carlsberg A/S, with reference to Section 48 of the Danish Public Companies Act, to acquire treasury shares at a nominal value of up to 10% of the nominal share capital at the price quoted on the Copenhagen Stock Exchange at the time of acquisition with a deviation of up to 10%; [Authority expires at the end of next AGM] | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.A | | Authorize the Board of Directors, in the Articles 9[1], Articles 13[1], Articles 13[4], to increase the share capital of the Company by total up to DKK 10,000,000 B-shares to be offered to the employees of the Company; approve, to issue convertible bonds to a maximum amount of DKK 639,000,000, and to raise loans by up to a maximum amount of DKK 200,000,000 against bonds or other instruments of debt with a right to interest, the size of which is entirely or partly related to the dividend paid by the Company as specified | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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5.B | | Amend the Articles 11[3] of the Articles of Association as specified | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Approve, pursuant to the Article 27[3-4] of the Articles of Association, Managing Director Mr. Jens Bigum retires from the Board of Directors and according to the Article 27[3] of the Articles of Association, Professor, D. Pharm. Povl Krogsgaard-Larsen and Professor, D. Econ, Niels Kaergard and Henning B. Dyremose who will retire from the Board of Directors by rotation, Henning Dyremose stands down; re-elect Povl Krogsgaard-Larsen and Niels Kaergard and Richard Burrows and Kees van der Graaf be elected as new members of the Board of Directors | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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7. | | Appoint the KPMG Statsautoriseret Revisionspartnerselskab as state-authorized Public accountant to audit the accounts for the current year | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Authorize the Board of Directors to carry out any such changes and amendments in the material approved, in the Articles of Association and in other relations which the Danish Commerce and Companies Agency may require in order to register the material approved at the AGM | | Management | | For | | For |
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LG ELECTRONICS INC NEW |
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Security | | Y5275H177 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 13-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | KR7066570003 | | Agenda | | 701816425 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT ABSTAIN IS NOT A VALID VOTING OPTION FOR THIS MEETING. THANK-YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve the financial statement | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the partial amendment to the Articles of Incorporation | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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3. | | Elect the Directors: Outside Directors - 2 persons [Messrs. Kim, Sang Hee, Lee, Kyu Min] | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Elect the Audit Committee Member as Outside Directors - 2 persons [Messrs. Kim, Sang Hee, Hong, Sung Won] | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Approve the remuneration limit for the Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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6. | | Approve the change of Severance Payment for Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO RECEIPT OF NAMES IN RESOLUTIONS 3 AND 4. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY-FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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SK TELECOM CO., LTD. |
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Security | | 78440P108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | SKM | | Meeting Date | | 13-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | US78440P1084 | | Agenda | | 933001620 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | APPROVAL OF FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE 25TH FISCAL YEAR (FROM JANUARY 1, 2008 TO DECEMBER 31, 2008) AS SET FORTH IN ITEM 1 OF THE COMPANY’S AGENDA ENCLOSED HEREWITH. | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROVAL OF CEILING AMOUNT OF THE REMUNERATION FOR DIRECTORS* PROPOSED CEILING AMOUNT OF THE REMUNERATION FOR DIRECTORS IS KRW 12 BILLION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | AMENDMENT TO COMPANY REGULATION ON EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION AS SET FORTH IN ITEM 2 OF THE COMPANY’S AGENDA ENCLOSED HEREWITH. | | Management | | For | | For |
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4A1 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MR. CHEY, JAE WON | | Management | | Abstain | | Against |
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4A2 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MR. JUNG, MAN WON | | Management | | For | | For |
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4B | | ELECTION OF INDEPENDENT NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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4C | | ELECTION OF A MEMBER OF THE AUDIT COMMITTEE. | | Management | | For | | For |
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REDECARD S A |
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Security | | P79941103 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 18-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | BRRDCDACNOR3 | | Agenda | | 701831302 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | IMPORTANT MARKET PROCESSING REQUIREMENT: A BENEFICIAL OWNER SIGNED POWER OF ATTORNEY (POA) IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO LODGE AND EXECUTE YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MARKET. ABSENCE OF A POA, MAY CAUSE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS TO BE REJECTED. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT VOTES IN FAVOR AND AGAINST IN THE SAME AGENDA ITEM ARE NOT ALLOWED. ONLY VOTES IN FAVOR AND/OR ABSTAIN OR AGAINST AND/ OR ABSTAIN ARE ALLOWED. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve to decide concerning retaining Mr. Joaquim Francisco De Castro Neto in his position as Chairperson of the Board of Directors, until the end of the term of office for which he was elected, considering the age limit that is dealt with in Article 13, 8 of the Corporate Bylaws | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Elect the members of the Board of Director’s designated in the meetings of the Board of Directors held on 24 APR 2008, and 23 SEP 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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REDECARD S A |
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Security | | P79941103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 18-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | BRRDCDACNOR3 | | Agenda | | 701831314 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | IMPORTANT MARKET PROCESSING REQUIREMENT: A BENEFICIAL OWNER SIGNED POWER OF ATTORNEY (POA) IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO LODGE AND EXECUTE YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MARKET. ABSENCE OF A POA, MAY CAUSE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS TO BE REJECTED. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT VOTES IN FAVOR AND AGAINST IN THE SAME AGENDA ITEM ARE NOT ALLOWED. ONLY VOTES IN FAVOR AND/OR ABSTAIN OR AGAINST AND/ OR ABSTAIN ARE ALLOWED. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve to examine and vote up on the Board of Directors annual report, the financial statements and Independent Auditors and finance committee report relating to FYE 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the capital budget and the allocation of the net profits from the FY | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approve to set the global remuneration of the Board of Directors, the Independent Auditors and the Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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COVIDIEN LTD. |
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Security | | G2552X108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | COV | | Meeting Date | | 18-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | BMG2552X1083 | | Agenda | | 932993377 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CRAIG ARNOLD | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT H. BRUST | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN M. CONNORS, JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CHRISTOPHER J. COUGHLIN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: TIMOTHY M. DONAHUE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: KATHY J. HERBERT | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RANDALL J. HOGAN, III | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RICHARD J. MEELIA | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DENNIS H. REILLEY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: TADATAKA YAMADA | | Management | | For | | For |
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1K | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOSEPH A. ZACCAGNINO | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROVE AMENDED AND RESTATED 2007 STOCK AND INCENTIVE PLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPOINTMENT OF INDEPENDENT AUDITORS AND AUTHORIZATION OF THE AUDIT COMMITTEE TO SET THE AUDITORS’ REMUNERATION | | Management | | For | | For |
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HSBC HOLDINGS PLC |
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Security | | 404280406 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | HBC | | Meeting Date | | 19-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | US4042804066 | | Agenda | | 933009967 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | TO INCREASE THE COMPANY’S AUTHORISED SHARE CAPITAL | | Management | | For | | |
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02 | | TO AUTHORISE THE DIRECTORS TO ALLOT SHARES | | Management | | For | | |
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S3 | | TO DISAPPLY PRE-EMPTION RIGHTS, WHERE NECESSARY, IN CONNECTION WITH THE RIGHTS ISSUE (SPECIAL RESOLUTION) | | Management | | For | | |
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STRAUMANN HLDG AG |
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Security | | H8300N119 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 20-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | CH0012280076 | | Agenda | | 701820311 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | THE PRACTICE OF SHARE BLOCKING VARIES WIDELY IN THIS MARKET. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE TO OBTAIN BLOCKING INFORMATION FOR YOUR ACCOUNTS. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS THE PART II OF THE MEETING NOTICE SENT UNDER MEETING-522507, INCLUDING THE AGENDA. TO VOTE IN THE UPCOMING MEETING, YOUR NAME MUST-BE NOTIFIED TO THE COMPANY REGISTRAR AS BENEFICIAL OWNER BEFORE THE RE-REGISTRATION DEADLINE. PLEASE NOTE THAT THOSE INSTRUCTIONS THAT ARE SUBMITTED AFTER THE CUTOFF DATE WILL BE PROCESSED ON A BEST EFFORT BASIS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve the presentation of the 2008 business report and the reports of the Auditors | | Management | | Abstain | | Against |
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2. | | Approve the 2008 annual report [including the compensation report], the 2008 annual financial statements and the 2008 consolidated financial statements | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approve the appropriation of available earnings | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4. | | Grant discharge of the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Amend the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Elect the Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Appoint the Auditors for the year 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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HANKOOK TIRE CO LTD, SEOUL |
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Security | | Y30587102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 20-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | KR7000240002 | | Agenda | | 701824749 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT ABSTAIN IS NOT A VALID VOTING OPTION IN KOREA MEETING. THANK-YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve the financial statements | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Amend the Articles of Incorporation | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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3. | | Elect the External Director who is an Audit Committee Member | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Approve the limit of remuneration for the Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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CORPORACION GEO SAB DE CV |
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Security | | P3142C117 | | Meeting Type | | Ordinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 20-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | MXP3142C1177 | | Agenda | | 701833368 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
I. | | Receive the report from the Board of Directors under the terms of Article 172 of the General Mercantile Company law and Article 28, subsection IV of the securities market law concerning the operations and results of the Company and the operations and activities in which it intervened in accordance with the securities market law during the FYE on 31 DEC 2007, including the individual and consolidated financial statements of the Company and the report on the compliance with the tax obligations in accordance with that provided by subsection XX of Article 86 of the income tax law | | Management | | For | | For |
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II. | | Receive the report of the Director General in accordance with the Article 172 of the General Mercantile Company law and 28, Section IV line B of the securities market law accompanied by the opinion of the outside Auditor and the opinion of the Board of Director’s regarding the report of the Director General in compliance with Article 21 of the corporate ByLaws | | Management | | For | | For |
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III. | | Receive the annual report of the Audit and corporate practices committee on its activities in accordance with the Article 36, part IV line A of the corporate bylaws and Article 28 , part IV, line A of the security market law | | Management | | For | | For |
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IV. | | Approve the allocation of results from the FYE on 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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V. | | Approve to determine the maximum amount of funds that can be allocated to purchase of the Company’s own shares in accordance with Article 12 of the Corporate bylaws and Article 56, line IV, of the securities market law | | Management | | For | | For |
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VI. | | Appoint the Members of the Board of Directors and Secretary for the Company | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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VII. | | Ratify the Members of the Audit and corporate practices committee; appoint the Chairperson of each one of said committees in compliance with that which is provided in the Article 43 of the securities market law | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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VIII | | Approve the remuneration for Members of the Board of Directors of the Company, full and alternate, Secretary and Members of the Audit and corporate practice committee | | Management | | For | | For |
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IX. | | Approve the designation of delegates who will carry out and formalize the resolutions passed by the AGM | | Management | | For | | For |
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NATURA COSMETICOS SA, SAO PAULO |
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Security | | P7088C106 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 23-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | BRNATUACNOR6 | | Agenda | | 701820638 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | IMPORTANT MARKET PROCESSING REQUIREMENT: A BENEFICIAL OWNER SIGNED POWER OF ATTORNEY (POA) IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO LODGE AND EXECUTE YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MARKET. ABSENCE OF A POA, MAY CAUSE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS TO BE REJECTED. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT VOTES IN FAVOR ‘AND’ AGAINST IN THE SAME AGENDA ITEM ARE NOT-ALLOWED. ONLY VOTES IN FAVOR AND/OR ABSTAIN OR AGAINST AND/OR ABSTAIN ARE ALLOWED. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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A. | | Ratify the amendment of the wording of Article 5 of the Companys Corporate Bylaws relating to the Share Capital and the quantity of Company Shares that are subscribed for and paid in, arising from the exercise of the option to buy or subscribe for common shares issued by the Company, during the year 2008, by the Managers and Employees of the Company, as well as the Managers and Employees of the Companys directly and indirectly controlled Companies, participants in the addenda to the plans for the granting of options to purchase or subscribe for common shares issued by the Company relating to the 2004 calendar year | | Management | | For | | For |
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B. | | Approve to consider the new wording of the program for the granting of options to purchase or subscribe to common shares issued by the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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NATURA COSMETICOS SA, SAO PAULO |
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Security | | P7088C106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 23-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | BRNATUACNOR6 | | Agenda | | 701820640 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | IMPORTANT MARKET PROCESSING REQUIREMENT: A BENEFICIAL OWNER SIGNED POWER OF ATTORNEY (POA) IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO LODGE AND EXECUTE YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MARKET. ABSENCE OF A POA, MAY CAUSE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS TO BE REJECTED. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT VOTES IN FAVOR ‘AND’ AGAINST IN THE SAME AGENDA ITEM ARE NOT-ALLOWED. ONLY VOTES IN FAVOR AND/OR ABSTAIN OR AGAINST AND/OR ABSTAIN ARE ALLOWED. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Receive the administrators accounts, to examine, discuss and vote on the administrations report the financial statements and the accounting statements accompanied by the Independent Auditors report regarding the FYE 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the proposal for the capital budget for the year 2009 the allocation of the net profit from FYE 31 DEC 2008 and to ratify the early distributions of dividends and interim interest on net equity | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Elect the Members of the Company’s Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4. | | Approve to set the aggregate remuneration of the Managers of the Company to be paid before the AGM in which shareholders of the Company vote concerning the financial statements for the FYE 31 DEC 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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ASML HOLDING NV |
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Security | | N07059178 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 26-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | NL0006034001 | | Agenda | | 701822846 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN AMENDMENT TO MEETING ID 525667 DUE TO ADDITION OF RESOLUTIONS. ALL VOTES RECEIVED ON THE PREVIOUS MEETING WILL BE DISREGARDED AND YOU WILL NEED TO REINSTRUCT ON THIS MEETING NOTICE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO CHANGE IN STATUS OF BLOCKING INDICATOR. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Opening | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2. | | Overview of the Company’s business and financial situation | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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3. | | Approve to discuss the Annual Report 2008 and adopt the financial statements for the FY 2008, as prepared in accordance with Dutch law | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Grant discharge the Members of the Board of Management from liability for their responsibilities in the FY 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5. | | Grant discharge the Members of the Supervisory Board from liability for their responsibilities in the FY 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Clarification of the reserves and dividend policy | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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7. | | Adopt a dividend of EUR 0.20 per ordinary share of EUR 0.09 | | Management | | For | | For |
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8.A | | Approve, subject to the approval of the Supervisory Board, the number of performance stock for the Board of Management and authorize the Board of Management to issue the performance stock | | Management | | For | | For |
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8.B | | Approve, subject to the approval of the Supervisory Board, the maximum number of 50,000 sign-on stock and authorize the Board of Management to issue the sign-on stock | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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9.A | | Approve, subject to the approval of the Supervisory Board, the number of performance stock options available for the Board of Management and authorize the Board of Management to issue the performance stock options | | Management | | For | | For |
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9.B | | Approve, subject to the approval of the Supervisory Board, the maximum number of 50,000 sign-on stock options, and authorize the Board of Management to issue the sign-on stock options | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
9.C | | Approve, subject to the approval of the Supervisory Board, the number of stock options, respectively shares, available for ASML employees, other than Members of the Board of Management, and authorize the Board of Management to issue the stock options or shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Composition of the Board of Management | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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11.A | | Re-appoint Ms. H.C.J. van den Burg as a Member of the Supervisory Board, effective 26 MAR 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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11.B | | Re-appoint Mr. O. Bilous as a Member of the Supervisory Board, effective 26 MAR 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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11.C | | Re-appoint Mr. J.W.B. Westerburgen as a Member of the Supervisory Board, effective 26 MAR 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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11.D | | Appoint Ms. P.F.M. van der Meer Mohr as a Member of the Supervisory Board, effective 26 MAR 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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11.E | | Appoint Mr. W. Ziebart as a Member of the Supervisory Board, effective 26 MAR 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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12.A | | Authorize the Board of Management, for a period of 18 months from 26 MAR 2009, to issue shares or rights to subscribe for shares in the capital of the Company, subject to the approval of the Supervisory Board, limited to 5% of the issued share capital at the time of the authorization | | Management | | For | | For |
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12.B | | Authorize the Board of Management, for a period of 18 months from 26 MAR 2009, to restrict or exclude the pre-emption rights accruing to shareholders in connection with the issue of shares or rights to subscribe for shares as described under 12.A., subject to approval of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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12.C | | Authorize the Board of Management, for a period of 18 months from 26 MAR 2009, to issue shares or rights to subscribe for shares in the capital of the Company, subject to the approval of the Supervisory Board, for an additional 5% of the issued share capital at the time of the authorization, which 5% can only be used in connection with or on the occasion of mergers and/or acquisitions | | Management | | For | | For |
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12.D | | Authorize the Board of Management, for a period of 18 months from 26 MAR 2009, to restrict or exclude the pre-emption rights accruing to shareholders in connection with the issue of shares or rights to subscribe for shares as described under 12.C., subject to approval of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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13. | | Authorize the Board of Management, for a period of 18 months from 26 MAR 2009, to acquire - subject to the approval of the Supervisory Board - such a number of ordinary shares in the Company’s share capital as permitted within the limits of the Law and the Articles of Association of the Company, taking into account the possibility to cancel the re-purchased shares, for valuable consideration, on Euronext Amsterdam by NYSE Euronext [“Euronext Amsterdam”] or the NASDAQ Stock Market LLC [“NASDAQ”], or otherwise, at a price between, on the one hand, an amount equal to the nominal value of the shares and, on the other hand, an amount equal to 110% of the market price of these shares on Euronext Amsterdam or NASDAQ; the market price being the average of the highest price on each of the five days of trading prior to the date of acquisition, as shown in the Official Price List of Euronext Amsterdam or as reported on NASDAQ | | Management | | For | | For |
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14. | | Approve to cancel ordinary shares in the share capital of the Company repurchased or to be repurchased by the Company; the number of ordinary shares that will be cancelled shall be determined by the Board of Management, but shall not exceed 10% of the issued share capital of the Company as of 26 MAR 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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15. | | Approve to cancel additional ordinary shares in the share capital of the Company to be repurchased by the Company following the cancellation of the ordinary shares under Resolution 14; the number of ordinary shares that will be cancelled shall be determined by the Board of Management, but shall not exceed 10% of the issued share capital of the Company as of 26 MAR 2009, reduced with the number of ordinary shares cancelled pursuant to Resolution 14 | | Management | | For | | For |
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16. | | Any other business | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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17. | | Closing | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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KIRIN HOLDINGS COMPANY, LIMITED |
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Security | | 497350108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 26-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | JP3258000003 | | Agenda | | 701829268 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | Please reference meeting materials. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve Appropriation of Retained Earnings | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2. | | Amend the Articles of Incorporation | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.1 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.2 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.3 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.4 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.5 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.6 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.7 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.8 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.9 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4. | | Approve Payment of Bonuses to Corporate Officers | | Management | | For | | For |
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HYNIX SEMICONDUCTOR INC |
| | | |
Security | | Y3817W109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 26-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | KR7000660001 | | Agenda | | 701834928 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT ABSTAIN IS NOT A VALID VOTING OPTION IN KOREA. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
1. | | Approve the financial statements | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2. | | Approve the change of Articles of Incorporation | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
3. | | Elect the Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4. | | Elect the Audit Committee Member who is an External Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5. | | Approve the remuneration limit for the Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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ASML HOLDINGS N.V. |
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Security | | N07059186 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ASML | | Meeting Date | | 26-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | USN070591862 | | Agenda | | 933001694 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
03 | | DISCUSSION OF THE ANNUAL REPORT 2008 AND ADOPTION OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE FINANCIAL YEAR (“FY”) 2008, AS PREPARED IN ACCORDANCE WITH DUTCH LAW. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | DISCHARGE OF THE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF MANAGEMENT (“BOM”) FROM LIABILITY FOR THEIR RESPONSIBILITIES IN THE FY 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
05 | | DISCHARGE OF THE MEMBERS OF THE SUPERVISORY BOARD (“SB”) FROM LIABILITY FOR THEIR RESPONSIBILITIES IN THE FY 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
07 | | PROPOSAL TO ADOPT A DIVIDEND OF EUR 0.20 PER ORDINARY SHARE OF EUR 0.09. | | Management | | For | | For |
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8A | | APPROVAL OF THE NUMBER OF PERFORMANCE STOCK FOR THE BOM AND AUTHORIZATION OF THE BOM TO ISSUE THE PERFORMANCE STOCK. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
8B | | APPROVAL OF THE MAXIMUM NUMBER OF 50,000 SIGN-ON STOCK FOR THE BOM AND AUTHORIZATION OF THE BOM TO ISSUE THE SIGN-ON STOCK. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
9A | | APPROVAL OF THE NUMBER OF PERFORMANCE STOCK OPTIONS FOR THE BOM AND AUTHORIZATION OF THE BOM TO ISSUE THE PERFORMANCE STOCK OPTIONS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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9B | | APPROVAL OF THE MAXIMUM NUMBER OF 50,000 SIGN-ON STOCK OPTIONS FOR THE BOM AND AUTHORIZATION OF THE BOM TO ISSUE THE SIGN-ON STOCK OPTIONS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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9C | | APPROVAL OF THE NUMBER OF STOCK OPTIONS, RESPECTIVELY STOCK, AVAILABLE FOR ASML EMPLOYEES, AND AUTHORIZATION OF THE BOM TO ISSUE THE STOCK OPTIONS OR STOCK. | | Management | | For | | For |
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11A | | NOMINATION FOR REAPPOINTMENT OF MS. H.C.J. VAN DEN BURG AS MEMBER OF THE SB EFFECTIVE MARCH 26, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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11B | | NOMINATION FOR REAPPOINTMENT OF MR. O. BILOUS AS MEMBER OF THE SB EFFECTIVE MARCH 26, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
11C | | NOMINATION FOR REAPPOINTMENT OF MR. J.W.B. WESTERBURGEN AS MEMBER OF THE SB EFFECTIVE MARCH 26, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
11D | | NOMINATION FOR APPOINTMENT OF MS. P.F.M. VAN DER MEER MOHR AS MEMBER OF THE SB EFFECTIVE MARCH 26, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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11E | | NOMINATION FOR APPOINTMENT OF MR. W. ZIEBART AS MEMBER OF THE SB EFFECTIVE MARCH 26, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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12A | | PROPOSAL TO AUTHORIZE THE BOM FOR A PERIOD OF 18 MONTHS FROM MARCH 26, 2009, TO ISSUE (RIGHTS TO SUBSCRIBE FOR) SHARES IN THE CAPITAL OF THE COMPANY, LIMITED TO 5% OF THE ISSUED SHARE CAPITAL AT THE TIME OF THE AUTHORIZATION. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
12B | | PROPOSAL TO AUTHORIZE THE BOM FOR A PERIOD OF 18 MONTHS FROM MARCH 26, 2009 TO RESTRICT OR EXCLUDE THE PRE-EMPTION RIGHTS ACCRUING TO SHAREHOLDERS IN CONNECTION WITH ITEM 12A. | | Management | | For | | For |
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12C | | PROPOSAL TO AUTHORIZE THE BOM FOR A PERIOD OF 18 MONTHS FROM MARCH 26, 2009, TO ISSUE (RIGHTS TO SUBSCRIBE FOR) SHARES IN THE CAPITAL OF THE COMPANY, FOR AN ADDITIONAL 5% OF THE ISSUED SHARE CAPITAL AT THE TIME OF THE AUTHORIZATION, WHICH 5% CAN ONLY BE USED IN CONNECTION WITH OR ON THE OCCASION OF MERGERS AND/OR ACQUISITIONS. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
12D | | PROPOSAL TO AUTHORIZE THE BOM FOR A PERIOD OF 18 MONTHS FROM MARCH 26, 2009, TO RESTRICT OR EXCLUDE THE PRE-EMPTION RIGHTS ACCRUING TO SHAREHOLDERS IN CONNECTION WITH ITEM 12C. | | Management | | For | | For |
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13 | | PROPOSAL TO AUTHORIZE THE BOM FOR A PERIOD OF 18 MONTHS FROM MARCH 26, 2009 TO ACQUIRE ORDINARY SHARES IN THE COMPANY’S SHARE CAPITAL. | | Management | | For | | For |
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14 | | CANCELLATION OF ORDINARY SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
15 | | CANCELLATION OF ADDITIONAL ORDINARY SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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ASML HOLDINGS N.V. |
| | | |
Security | | N07059186 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | ASML | | Meeting Date | | 26-Mar-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | USN070591862 | | Agenda | | 933007975 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
03 | | DISCUSSION OF THE ANNUAL REPORT 2008 AND ADOPTION OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE FINANCIAL YEAR (“FY”) 2008, AS PREPARED IN ACCORDANCE WITH DUTCH LAW. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | DISCHARGE OF THE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF MANAGEMENT (“BOM”) FROM LIABILITY FOR THEIR RESPONSIBILITIES IN THE FY 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
05 | | DISCHARGE OF THE MEMBERS OF THE SUPERVISORY BOARD (“SB”) FROM LIABILITY FOR THEIR RESPONSIBILITIES IN THE FY 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
07 | | PROPOSAL TO ADOPT A DIVIDEND OF EUR 0.20 PER ORDINARY SHARE OF EUR 0.09. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
8A | | APPROVAL OF THE NUMBER OF PERFORMANCE STOCK FOR THE BOM AND AUTHORIZATION OF THE BOM TO ISSUE THE PERFORMANCE STOCK. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
8B | | APPROVAL OF THE MAXIMUM NUMBER OF 50,000 SIGN-ON STOCK FOR THE BOM AND AUTHORIZATION OF THE BOM TO ISSUE THE SIGN-ON STOCK. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
9A | | APPROVAL OF THE NUMBER OF PERFORMANCE STOCK OPTIONS FOR THE BOM AND AUTHORIZATION OF THE BOM TO ISSUE THE PERFORMANCE STOCK OPTIONS. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
9B | | APPROVAL OF THE MAXIMUM NUMBER OF 50,000 SIGN-ON STOCK OPTIONS FOR THE BOM AND AUTHORIZATION OF THE BOM TO ISSUE THE SIGN-ON STOCK OPTIONS. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
9C | | APPROVAL OF THE NUMBER OF STOCK OPTIONS, RESPECTIVELY STOCK, AVAILABLE FOR ASML EMPLOYEES, AND AUTHORIZATION OF THE BOM TO ISSUE THE STOCK OPTIONS OR STOCK. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
11A | | NOMINATION FOR REAPPOINTMENT OF MS. H.C.J. VAN DEN BURG AS MEMBER OF THE SB EFFECTIVE MARCH 26, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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11B | | NOMINATION FOR REAPPOINTMENT OF MR. O. BILOUS AS MEMBER OF THE SB EFFECTIVE MARCH 26, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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11C | | NOMINATION FOR REAPPOINTMENT OF MR. J.W.B. WESTERBURGEN AS MEMBER OF THE SB EFFECTIVE MARCH 26, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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11D | | NOMINATION FOR APPOINTMENT OF MS. P.F.M. VAN DER MEER MOHR AS MEMBER OF THE SB EFFECTIVE MARCH 26, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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11E | | NOMINATION FOR APPOINTMENT OF MR. W. ZIEBART AS MEMBER OF THE SB EFFECTIVE MARCH 26, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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12A | | PROPOSAL TO AUTHORIZE THE BOM FOR A PERIOD OF 18 MONTHS FROM MARCH 26, 2009, TO ISSUE (RIGHTS TO SUBSCRIBE FOR) SHARES IN THE CAPITAL OF THE COMPANY, LIMITED TO 5% OF THE ISSUED SHARE CAPITAL AT THE TIME OF THE AUTHORIZATION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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12B | | PROPOSAL TO AUTHORIZE THE BOM FOR A PERIOD OF 18 MONTHS FROM MARCH 26, 2009 TO RESTRICT OR EXCLUDE THE PRE-EMPTION RIGHTS ACCRUING TO SHAREHOLDERS IN CONNECTION WITH ITEM 12A. | | Management | | For | | For |
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12C | | PROPOSAL TO AUTHORIZE THE BOM FOR A PERIOD OF 18 MONTHS FROM MARCH 26, 2009, TO ISSUE (RIGHTS TO SUBSCRIBE FOR) SHARES IN THE CAPITAL OF THE COMPANY, FOR AN ADDITIONAL 5% OF THE ISSUED SHARE CAPITAL AT THE TIME OF THE AUTHORIZATION, WHICH 5% CAN ONLY BE USED IN CONNECTION WITH OR ON THE OCCASION OF MERGERS AND/OR ACQUISITIONS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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12D | | PROPOSAL TO AUTHORIZE THE BOM FOR A PERIOD OF 18 MONTHS FROM MARCH 26, 2009, TO RESTRICT OR EXCLUDE THE PRE-EMPTION RIGHTS ACCRUING TO SHAREHOLDERS IN CONNECTION WITH ITEM 12C. | | Management | | For | | For |
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13 | | PROPOSAL TO AUTHORIZE THE BOM FOR A PERIOD OF 18 MONTHS FROM MARCH 26, 2009 TO ACQUIRE ORDINARY SHARES IN THE COMPANY’S SHARE CAPITAL. | | Management | | For | | For |
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14 | | CANCELLATION OF ORDINARY SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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15 | | CANCELLATION OF ADDITIONAL ORDINARY SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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BNP PARIBAS |
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Security | | F1058Q238 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 27-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000131104 | | Agenda | | 701830716 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Grant authority for the new class of preferred stock [Class B] and amend Bylaws accordingly, subject to approval of item 2 | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Grant authority for the issuance of preferred stock [Class B] in favor of societe de Prise de participation de 1’Etat [SPPE] for up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 608,064,070, subject to approval of item 1 | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approve the Employee Stock Purchase Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Grant authority for the capitalization of reserves of up to EUR 1 billion for bonus issue or increase in par value, subject to approval of items 1 and 2 | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Grant authority for the filing of required documents/other formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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ORTHOFIX INTERNATIONAL N.V. |
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Security | | N6748L102 | | Meeting Type | | Contested-Special |
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Ticker Symbol | | OFIX | | Meeting Date | | 02-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | ANN6748L1027 | | Agenda | | 933003953 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | REMOVAL OF DIRECTOR: JAMES F. GERO | | Management | | For | | Against |
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1B | | REMOVAL OF DIRECTOR: PETER J. HEWETT | | Management | | For | | Against |
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1C | | REMOVAL OF DIRECTOR: THOMAS J. KESTER | | Management | | Against | | For |
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1D | | REMOVAL OF DIRECTOR: WALTER P. VON WARTBURG | | Management | | For | | Against |
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02 | | TO REMOVE, WITHOUT CAUSE, ANY DIRECTOR APPOINTED BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF ORTHOFIX INTERNATIONAL N.V. FROM DECEMBER 10, 2008 THROUGH AND INCLUDING THE DATE OF THE SPECIAL GENERAL MEETING | | Management | | For | | Against |
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3A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: J. MICHAEL EGAN | | Management | | For | | Against |
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3B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PETER A. FELD | | Management | | For | | Against |
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3C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: STEVEN J. LEE | | Management | | Abstain | | For |
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3D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CHARLES T. ORSATTI | | Management | | For | | Against |
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ORTHOFIX INTERNATIONAL N.V. |
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Security | | N6748L102 | | Meeting Type | | Contested-Special |
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Ticker Symbol | | OFIX | | Meeting Date | | 02-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | ANN6748L1027 | | Agenda | | 933004789 - Opposition |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | TO REMOVE WITHOUT CAUSE OF THE CURRENT BOARD OF DIRECTOR: JAMES F. GERO | | Management | | For | | * |
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1B | | TO REMOVE WITHOUT CAUSE OF THE CURRENT BOARD OF DIRECTOR: PETER J. HEWETT | | Management | | For | | * |
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1C | | TO REMOVE WITHOUT CAUSE OF THE CURRENT BOARD OF DIRECTOR: THOMAS J. KESTER | | Management | | Against | | * |
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1D | | TO REMOVE WITHOUT CAUSE OF THE CURRENT BOARD OF DIRECTOR: WALTER P. VON WARTBURG | | Management | | For | | * |
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2 | | THE RAMIUS GROUP’S PROPOSAL TO REMOVE, WITHOUT CAUSE, ANY DIRECTORS APPOINTED BY THE BOARD WITHOUT SHAREHOLDER APPROVAL BETWEEN DECEMBER 10, 2008 AND UP THROUGH AND INCLUDING THE DATE OF THE SPECIAL MEETING | | Management | | For | | * |
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3A | | TO ELECT: J. MICHAEL EGAN | | Management | | For | | * |
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3B | | TO ELECT: PETER A. FELD | | Management | | For | | * |
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3C | | TO ELECT: STEVEN J. LEE | | Management | | Abstain | | * |
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3D | | TO ELECT: CHARLES T. ORSATTI | | Management | | For | | * |
* | Management Position Unknown |
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NOBEL BIOCARE |
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Security | | H5783Q130 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 06-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | CH0037851646 | | Agenda | | 701848016 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | THE PRACTICE OF SHARE BLOCKING VARIES WIDELY IN THIS MARKET. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE TO OBTAIN BLOCKING INFORMATION FOR YOUR ACCOUNTS. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THE NOTICE FOR THIS MEETING WAS RECEIVED AFTER THE REGISTRATION DEADLINE. IF YOUR SHARES WERE REGISTERED PRIOR TO THE DEADLINE OF [BOOK CLOSING/REGISTRATION DEADLINE DATE], YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS MEETING. HOWEVER, VOTING INSTRUCTIONS FOR SHARES THAT WERE NOT REGISTERED PRIOR TO THE REGISTRATION DEADLINE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN AMENDMENT TO MEETING ID 543481 DUE ADDITION OF RESOLUTIONS. ALL VOTES RECEIVED ON THE PREVIOUS MEETING WILL BE DISREGARDED AND YOU WILL NEED TO REINSTRUCT ON THIS MEETING NOTICE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve to propose the Board of Directors, annual report and consolidated financial statements for 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the statutory financial statements of Nobel Biocare Holding Ltd for 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approve the appropriate available earnings/dividends for 2008 as specified | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Grant discharge to the Members of the Board of Directors for their services in the business year 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.1 | | Re-elect Mr. Stig Eriksson by way of separate election for a 1 year term of office until the next AGM | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.2 | | Re-elect Mr. Antoine Firmenich by way of separate election for a 1 year term of office until the next AGM | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.3 | | Re-elect Mr. Edgar Fluri by way of separate election for a 1 year term of office until the next AGM | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.4 | | Re-elect Mr. Robert lilja by way of separate election for a 1 year term of office until the next AGM | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.5 | | Re-elect Mrs. Jane Royston by way of separate election for a 1 year term of office until the next AGM | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.6 | | Re-elect Mr. Rolf Soiron by way of separate election for a 1 year term of office until the next AGM | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.7 | | Re-elect Mr. Rolf Watter by way of separate election for a 1 year term of office until the next AGM | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.8 | | Re-elect Mr. Ernst Zaengerle by way of separate election for a 1 year term of office until the next AGM | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Re-elect KPMG AG Zurich as Auditor of the business year 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Authorize the Board of Directors to issue a total maximum of 25,000,000 new shares of follows; authorized share capital, so that the Board of Directors is authorized to increase the share capital until 06 APR 2011 by an amount up to CHF 10,000,000 by issuing up to 25,000,000 fully paid-up registered shares with a nominal value of CHF 0.40 each and; conditional share capital in the amount of up to CHF 10,000,000 by issuing up to 25,000,000 fully paid-up registered shares with a nominal value of CHF 0.40 all according to the conditions of the proposed new Articles 3b and 3c of the Articles of Incorporation as specified | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Approve the cancellation of 532,000 shares with a par value of CHF 0.40 each acquired in 2008 with in the scope of the repurchase program according to the resolution of the Annual General Meeting of 27 MAR 2008, and the corresponding reduction of the share capital from CHF 49,726,612 by CHF 212,800 to CHF 49,513,812 using the amount resulting from the reduction to dissolve the corresponding reserve for treasury shares; to declare, as a result of the audit report prepared in accordance with article 732 paragraph 2 of the swiss code of obligations that the claims by the creditors are fully covered notwithstanding the above reduction of the share capital; and; to amend article 3 paragraph 1 of the articles of incorporation as follows | | Management | | For | | For |
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TNT N V |
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Security | | N86672107 | | Meeting Type | | Ordinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 08-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | NL0000009066 | | Agenda | | 701838368 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT BLOCKING HAS BEEN REMOVED. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Opening and announcements | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2. | | Presentation by Mr. M.P. Bakker, Chief Executive Officer | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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3. | | Annual report 2008 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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4. | | Discussion of the Corporate Governance Chapter in the annual report 2008, Chapter 10 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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5. | | Remuneration of the Board of Management | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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6. | | Adopt the 2008 financial statements | | Management | | For | | For |
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7.A | | Discussion of the reserves and dividend guidelines 2009 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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7.B | | Approve to determine the distribution of dividend | | Management | | For | | For |
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7.C | | Approve the distribution out of the reserves | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Grant discharge from liability of the Members of the Board of Management | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Grant discharge from liability of the Members of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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10.A | | Announcement of vacancies in the Supervisory Board | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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10.B | | Opportunity for the general meeting of shareholders to make recommendations for the re-appointment of Members of the Supervisory Board | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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10.C | | Announcement by the Supervisory Board of the persons nominated for re-appointment | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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10.D | | Amendments to the profile of the Supervisory Board | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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11. | | Re-appoint Mr. S. Levy as a Member of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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12. | | Appoint Ms. P.M. Altenburg as a Member of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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13. | | Announcement of vacancies in the Supervisory Board expected as per the close of the AGM of shareholders in 2010 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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14. | | Announcement of the intention of the Supervisory Board to re-appoint Mr. H.M.-Koorstra as a Member of the Board of Management | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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15. | | Authorize the Board of Management to issue ordinary shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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16. | | Authorize the Board of Management to limit or exclude the pre-emptive right to issue ordinary shares | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
17. | | Authorize the Board of Management to have the Company acquire its own shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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18. | | Approve to reduce the issued share capital by cancellation of own shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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19. | | Questions | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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20. | | Close | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN AGM. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO CHANGE IN BLOCKING CONDITIONS. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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LONZA GROUP AG |
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Security | | H50524133 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 08-Apr-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | CH0013841017 | | Agenda | | 701860935 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | THE PRACTICE OF SHARE BLOCKING VARIES WIDELY IN THIS MARKET. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE TO OBTAIN BLOCKING INFORMATION FOR YOUR ACCOUNTS. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THE NOTICE FOR THIS MEETING WAS RECEIVED AFTER THE REGISTRATION DEADLINE. IF YOUR SHARES WERE REGISTERED PRIOR TO THE DEADLINE OF [BOOK CLOSING/REGISTRATION DEADLINE DATE], YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS MEETING. HOWEVER, VOTING INSTRUCTIONS FOR SHARES THAT WERE NOT REGISTERED PRIOR TO THE REGISTRATION DEADLINE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve the consolidated financial statements of Lonza group for 2008 and report of the Group Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the annual activity report and financial statements for 2008 and report of the Statutory Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approve the appropriation of available earnings and payment of a dividend of CHF 1.75 per share on the share capital eligible for dividend of CHF 47,786,300 | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Ratify the acts of the Members of the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Amend the Articles 4 of the Articles of Association as specified | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.1 | | Re-elect Mr. Dame Julia Higgins to the Board of Directors for a 1 year term | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.2 | | Re-elect Mr. Patrick Aebischer to the Board of Directors for a 1 year term | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.3 | | Re-elect Mr. Gerhard Mayr to the Board of Directors for a 1 year term | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.4 | | Re-elect Mr. Rolf Soiron to the Board of Directors for a 1 year term | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.5 | | Re-elect Sir Richard Sykes to the Board of Directors for a 1 year term | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.6 | | Re-elect Mr. Peter Wilden to the Board of Directors for a 1 year term | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.7 | | Elect Mr. Frits Van Dijk to the Board of Directors for a 1 year term | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Re-elect KPMG Ltd, Zurich as the Statutory Auditors and also to act as Group Auditors for the FY 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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T. ROWE PRICE GROUP, INC. |
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Security | | 74144T108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | TROW | | Meeting Date | | 08-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US74144T1088 | | Agenda | | 933001961 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: EDWARD C. BERNARD | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JAMES T. BRADY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: J. ALFRED BROADDUS, JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DONALD B. HEBB, JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JAMES A.C. KENNEDY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: BRIAN C. ROGERS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DR. ALFRED SOMMER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DWIGHT S. TAYLOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ANNE MARIE WHITTEMORE | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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TIBCO SOFTWARE INC. |
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Security | | 88632Q103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | TIBX | | Meeting Date | | 08-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US88632Q1031 | | Agenda | | 933002797 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 VIVEK Y. RANADIVE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 ERIC C.W. DUNN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 NARENDRA K. GUPTA | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 PETER J. JOB | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 PHILIP K. WOOD | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS TIBCO SOFTWARE INC.’S, INDEPENDENT AUDITORS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING NOVEMBER 30, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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PETROLEO BRASILEIRO S.A. - PETROBRAS |
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Security | | 71654V101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | PBRA | | Meeting Date | | 08-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US71654V1017 | | Agenda | | 933032500 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
IV | | ELECTION OF ONE MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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VI | | ELECTION OF ONE MEMBER OF THE AUDIT COMMITTEE AND HIS/HER RESPECTIVE SUBSITUTE | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON CORP. |
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Security | | 064058100 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | BK | | Meeting Date | | 14-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US0640581007 | | Agenda | | 933014805 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 RUTH E. BRUCH | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 NICHOLAS M. DONOFRIO | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 GERALD L. HASSELL | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 EDMUND F. KELLY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 ROBERT P. KELLY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 RICHARD J. KOGAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 MICHAEL J. KOWALSKI | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 JOHN A. LUKE, JR. | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 9 ROBERT MEHRABIAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 10 MARK A. NORDENBERG | | | | For | | For |
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| | 11 CATHERINE A. REIN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 12 WILLIAM C. RICHARDSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 13 SAMUEL C. SCOTT III | | | | For | | For |
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| | 14 JOHN P. SURMA | | | | For | | For |
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| | 15 WESLEY W. VON SCHACK | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE THE ADVISORY (NON-BINDING) RESOLUTION RELATING TO 2008 EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | RATIFICATION OF APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANT. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL WITH RESPECT TO CUMULATIVE VOTING. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
| | | | |
05 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REQUESTING A 75% RETENTION POLICY FOR SHARES ACQUIRED THROUGH COMPENSATION PLANS. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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RODOBENS NEGOCIOS IMOBILIARIOS SA |
| | | |
Security | | P81424106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 15-Apr-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | BRRDNIACNOR9 | | Agenda | | 701877283 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | IMPORTANT MARKET PROCESSING REQUIREMENT: A BENEFICIAL OWNER SIGNED POWER OF ATTORNEY (POA) IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO LODGE AND EXECUTE YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MARKET. ABSENCE OF A POA, MAY CAUSE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS TO BE REJECTED. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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I. | | Approve the vote on the Administrations report, the financial statements and the accounting statements accompanied by the Independent Auditors report regarding FYE on 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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II. | | Approve, the proposal for the capital budget for the year 2009, well as about the proposal of the Board of Directors for the allocation of the net profits and the distribution of dividends from the 2008 FY | | Management | | For | | For |
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III. | | Approve to set the global remuneration of the Board of Directors for the FY 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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CARNIVAL CORPORATION |
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Security | | 143658300 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | CCL | | Meeting Date | | 15-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | PA1436583006 | | Agenda | | 933004448 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 MICKY ARISON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 A. RICHARD G. CAPEN, JR | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 ROBERT H. DICKINSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 ARNOLD W. DONALD | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 PIER LUIGI FOSCHI | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 HOWARD S. FRANK | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 RICHARD J. GLASIER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 MODESTO A. MAIDIQUE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 SIR JOHN PARKER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 10 PETER G. RATCLIFFE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 11 STUART SUBOTNICK | | | | For | | For |
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| | 12 LAURA WEIL | | | | For | | For |
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| | 13 RANDALL J. WEISENBURGER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 14 UZI ZUCKER | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RE-APPOINT PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS INDEPENDENT AUDITORS FOR CARNIVAL PLC. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO AUTHORIZE THE AUDIT COMMITTEE OF CARNIVAL PLC TO AGREE TO THE REMUNERATION OF THE INDEPENDENT AUDITORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | TO RECEIVE THE UK ACCOUNTS AND REPORTS OF THE DIRECTORS AND AUDITORS OF CARNIVAL PLC FOR THE FINANCIAL YEAR ENDED NOVEMBER 30, 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | TO APPROVE THE DIRECTORS’ REMUNERATION REPORT OF CARNIVAL PLC FOR THE FINANCIAL YEAR ENDED NOVEMBER 30, 2008. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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06 | | TO INCREASE THE AMOUNT OF THE AUTHORIZED BUT UNISSUED SHARE CAPITAL OF CARNIVAL PLC. | | Management | | For | | For |
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07 | | TO ADOPT THE AMENDED AND RESTATED ARTICLES OF ASSOCIATION OF CARNIVAL PLC. | | Management | | For | | For |
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08 | | TO APPROVE CERTAIN AMENDMENTS TO THE ARTICLES OF ASSOCIATION OF CARNIVAL PLC, TO TAKE EFFECT FROM OCTOBER 1, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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09 | | TO APPROVE THE GIVING OF AUTHORITY FOR THE ALLOTMENT OF NEW SHARES BY CARNIVAL PLC. | | Management | | For | | For |
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10 | | TO APPROVE THE DISAPPLICATION OF PRE-EMPTION RIGHTS IN RELATION TO THE ALLOTMENT OF NEW SHARES BY CARNIVAL PLC. | | Management | | For | | For |
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11 | | TO APPROVE A GENERAL AUTHORITY FOR CARNIVAL PLC TO BUY BACK CARNIVAL PLC ORDINARY SHARES IN THE OPEN MARKET. | | Management | | For | | For |
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BP P L C |
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Security | | G12793108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 16-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | GB0007980591 | | Agenda | | 701833293 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Receive the report of the Directors and the accounts for the YE 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the Directors remuneration report for the YE 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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3. | | Re-elect Mr. A. Burgmans as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Re-elect Mrs. C. B. Carroll as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Re-elect Sir William Castell as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Re-elect Mr. I. C. Conn as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Re-elect Mr. G. David as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Re-elect Mr. E. B. Davis as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Re-elect Mr. R. Dudley as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Re-elect Mr. D. J. Flint as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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11. | | Re-elect Dr. B. E. Grote as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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12. | | Re-elect Dr. A. B. Hayward as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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13. | | Re-elect Mr. A. G. Inglis as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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14. | | Re-elect Dr. D. S. Julius as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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15. | | Re-elect Sir Tom McKillop as a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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16. | | Re-elect Sir Ian Prosser as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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17. | | Re-elect Mr. P. D. Sutherland as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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18. | | Re-appoint Ernst & Young LLP as the Auditors from the conclusion of this meeting until the conclusion of the next general meeting before which accounts are laid and to authorize the Directors to fix the Auditors remuneration | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.19 | | Authorize the Company, in accordance with Section 163[3] of the Companies Act 1985, to make market purchases [Section 163[3]] with nominal value of USD 0.25 each in the capital of the Company, at a minimum price of USD 0.25 and not more than 5% above the average market value for such shares derived from the London Stock Exchange Daily Official List, for the 5 business days preceding the date of purchase; [Authority expires at the conclusion of the AGM of the Company in 2010 or 15 JUL 2010]; the Company, before the expiry, may make a contract to purchase ordinary shares which will or may be executed wholly or partly after such expiry | | Management | | For | | For |
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20. | | Authorize the Directors by the Company’s Articles of Association to allot relevant securities up to an aggregate nominal amount equal to the Section 80 Amount of USD 1,561 million, ; [Authority expires the earlier of the conclusion of the next AGM in 2010 of the Company or 15 JUL 2010] | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.21 | | Authorize the Directors, pursuant to Section 89 of the Companies Act 1985, to allot equity securities [Section 89] to the allotment of equity securities: a) in connection with a rights issue; b) up to an aggregate nominal amount of USD 234 million; [Authority expires the earlier of the conclusion of the next AGM in 2010 of the Company or 15 JUL 2010]; | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.22 | | Grant authority for the calling of general meeting of the Company by notice of at least 14 clear days | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO RECEIPT OF ADDITIONAL COMMENT. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT RESOLUTION 15 IS NOT BEING COUNTED AT THE MEETING, AS MR. TOM-MCKILLOP IS NO LONGER STANDING AS DIRECTOR. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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WEYERHAEUSER COMPANY |
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Security | | 962166104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | WY | | Meeting Date | | 16-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US9621661043 | | Agenda | | 933010186 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DEBRA A. CAFARO | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: NICOLE W. PIASECKI | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MARK A. EMMERT | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DANIEL S. FULTON | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WAYNE W. MURDY | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL ON THE CHAIRMAN POSITION | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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03 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL TO ADOPT SIMPLE MAJORITY VOTE | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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04 | | APPROVAL, ON AN ADVISORY BASIS, OF THE APPOINTMENT OF AUDITORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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SANOFI-AVENTIS |
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Security | | F5548N101 | | Meeting Type | | Ordinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 17-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000120578 | | Agenda | | 701820397 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative-to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will-be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If-you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A MIX MEETING. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve the financial statements and statutory reports | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Receive the consolidated financial statements and statutory reports | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve the allocation of income and dividends of EUR 2.20 per share | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Ratify the appointment of Mr. Chris Viehbacher as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Approve the Auditors’ special report regarding related-party transactions | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.6 | | Approve the transaction with Mr. Chris Viehbacher regarding Severance Payments | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.7 | | Grant authority for the repurchase of up to 10% of issued share capital | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.8 | | Grant authority for the issuance of equity or equity-linked securities with preemptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 1.3 billion | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.9 | | Grant authority for the issuance of equity or equity-linked securities without preemptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 500 million | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.10 | | Grant authority for the capital increase of up to 10% of issued capital for future acquisitions | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.11 | | Authorize the Board to increase capital in the event of additional demand related to delegation submitted to shareholder vote above | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.12 | | Grant authority for the capitalization of reserves of up to EUR 500 million for bonus issue or increase in par value | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.13 | | Approve the Employee Stock Purchase Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.14 | | Grant authority for the use of up to 2.5% of issued capital in the Stock Option Plan | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.15 | | Grant authority for the use of up to 1.0% of issued capital in the Restricted Stock Plan | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.16 | | Approve the reduction in share capital via cancellation of repurchased shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.17 | | Amend Article 15 of the Bylaws regarding the Audit Committee | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.18 | | Grant authority for the filing of required documents/other formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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IMPRESA SOCIEDADE GESTORA DE PARTICIPACOES SO |
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Security | | X3570M117 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 17-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | PTIPR0AM0000 | | Agenda | | 701847800 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Approve to change the 2008 annual report and results, individual and consolidated, and 2008 Auditors report | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the profit’s appropriation | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approve the general appreciation of the Company’s Management and Auditing | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Approve the corporate governance practice report | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Ratify the contract of a Member of the Board of Directors: Dr. Pedro Lopo De Carvalho Norton De Matos | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Approve the information given by the Salary Commission | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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7. | | Elect the Board of Directors Vice Chairman for 2007/2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Approve the nomination of a Non Executive Member of the Board of Directors for 2007/2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Amend the Company By Laws | | Management | | For | | For |
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TELEVISION FRANCAISE 1 SA TF1, BOULOGNE BILLANCOUR |
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Security | | F91255103 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 17-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000054900 | | Agenda | | 701867698 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative-to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will-be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If-you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Receive the reports of the Board of Directors, the Chairman of the Board of Directors and the Auditors, approves the Company’s financial statements for the YE in 2008, as presented; accordingly, the shareholders’ meeting gives permanent discharge to the Directors for the performance of their duties during the said FY | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Receive the reports of the Board of Directors and the Auditors, approves the consolidated financial statements for the said FY, in the form presented to the meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Receive the special report of the auditors on agreements governed by Article L.225-38 of the French Commercial Code, approves said report and the agreements referred to therein | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.4 | | Approve the noticed available earnings of EUR 244,339,483.77, taking into ac count the net income of EUR 138,921,498.49 and the retained earnings of EUR 105,417,985.28, approves the recommendations of the Board of Directors and resolves that the income for the FY be appropriated as follows: dividends in cash: EUR 100,302,931.24 allocation of the balance to the retained earnings: EUR 144,036,552.53; the shareholders will receive a net dividend of EUR 0.47 per share of a par value of EUR 0.20, and will entitle to the 40% deduction provided by the French Tax Code; this dividend will be paid on 27 APR 2009; in the event that the Company holds so me of its own shares: the dividend on such shares shall be allocated to the retained earnings account; as required by Law, it is reminded that, for the last 3 financial years, the dividends paid, were as follows: EUR 0.65 for FY 2005, entitled to the 40% deduction provided by the French Tax Code, EUR 0.85 for FY 2006, entitled to the 40% deduction provided by the French Tax Code, EUR 0.85 for FY 2007, entitled to the 40% deduction provided by the French Tax Code | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Ratify the co-optation of Mr. Gilles Pelisson as a Director, to replace Claude Cohen who resigned, for the remainder of Claude Cohen’s term of office, i.e. until the shareholders’ meeting called to approve the financial statements for the FY 2008 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.6 | | Approve to renew the appoint Mr. Patricia Barbizet as a Director for a 2-year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.7 | | Approve to renew the appoint Mr. Martin Bouygues as a Director for a 2-year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.8 | | Approve to renew the appoint Mr. Olivier Bouygues as a Director for a 2-year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.9 | | Approve to renew the appoint Mr. Patrick Le Lay as a Director for a 2-year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.10 | | Approve to renew the appoint Mr. Nonce Paolini as a Director for a 2-year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.11 | | Approve to renew the appoint Mr. Gilles Pelisson as a Director for a 2-year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.12 | | Approve to renew the appoint Mr. Haim Saban as a Director for a 2-year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.13 | | Approve to renew the appoint the Company Bouygues as a Director for a 2-year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.14 | | Re-appoint the Societe Francaise De participation ET DE Gestion SFPG as a Director for a 2-year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.15 | | Authorizes the Board of Directors to buy back the Company’s shares on the open market, subject to the conditions described below: maximum purchase price: EUR 25.00, minimum sale price EUR 15.00, maximum number of shares to be acquired: 10% of the share capital, maximum funds invested in the share buybacks: EUR 533,000,000.00; authorization is given for an 18 month period it supersedes the amounts unused of any and all earlier authorizations to the same effect | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.16 | | Authorizes the Board of Directors to reduce the share capital, on 1 or more occasions, by cancelling all or part of the shares held by the Company in connection with various authorizations of shares purchase granted by the ordinary shareholders’ meeting, in particular Resolution 15, up to a maximum of 10% of the share capital over a 24 month period; this authorization is given for an 18-month period it supersedes the amounts unused of any and all earlier authorization to the same effect | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.17 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase on one or more occasions, in France or abroad, the share capital by issuance, with the shareholders’ preferred subscription rights maintained, of ordinary shares of the Company and any kind of securities giving access to shares of the Company; the maximal nominal amount of capital increases to be carried out under this delegation of authority shall not exceed EUR 15,000,000.00; this overall ceiling of capital increase is common to Resolutions 19, 20, 22 and 23 and the total nominal amount of the capital increases carried out accordingly with these resolutions shall count against this overall ceiling; the nominal amount of debt securities issued shall not exceed EUR 900,000,000.00; this amount is common to the debt securities issued accordingly with Resolution 19, is autonomous and distinct from the amount of the debt securities issued accordingly with Resolution 24 and from the amount of the debt securities which would be decided by the Board of Directors in accordance with Article L.228-40 of the French Commercial Code; this delegation is given for a 26-month period it supersedes the amounts unused of any and all earlier delegations to the same effect | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.18 | | Authorize the Board of Directors in order to increase the share capital, in 1 or more occasions, by a maximum nominal amount of EUR 400,000,000.00, by way of capitalizing reserves, profits, premiums or other sums, provided that such capitalization is allowed by Law under the by Laws, by issuing bonus shares by raising the par value of existing shares, or by a combination of these methods; this delegation is given for a 26-month period it supersedes the amounts unused of any and all earlier delegations to the same effect | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.19 | | Approve to delegates all powers to the Board of Directors to increase on 1 or more occasions, in France or abroad, the share capital by issuance, with waiver of shareholders’ pre-emptive rights, of ordinary shares of the Company and any kind of securities giving access to shares of the Company; the maximal nominal amount of capital increases to be carried out under this delegation of authority shall not exceed EUR 15,000,000.00; this amount shall count against the overall ceiling set forth in Resolution 17; the nominal amount of debt securities issued shall not exceed EUR 900,000,000.00; this amount the ceiling set forth in Resolution 17; this delegation is given for a 26-month period it supersedes the amounts unused of any and all earlier delegations to the same effect | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.20 | | Approve that, the Board of Directors may decide, for each 1 of the issue decide accordingly with Resolution 17 and 19, to increase the number of securities to be issued in the event of a capital increase with or without preferential subscription right to shareholders, at the same price as the initial issue, within 30 days of the closing of the subscription period and up to a maximum of 15% of the initial issue; this delegation is given for a 26-month period it supersedes the amounts unused of any and all earlier delegations to the same effect | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.21 | | Authorize the Board of Directors, for the issue decided accordingly with Resolution 19, within the limit of 10% of the Company’s share capital, over a 12-month period, to set the issue price of the ordinary shares or securities to be issued, in accordance with the terms and condition determined by the shareholders’ meeting; this authorization is given for a 26-month period it supersedes the amounts unused of any and all earlier delegations to the same effect | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.22 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital, up to 10% of the share capital, by way of issuing ordinary shares of the Company or securities giving access to the capital, in consideration for the contributions in kind granted to the Company and comprised of capital securities or securities giving access to share capital; this delegation is given for a 26-month period it supersedes the amounts unused of any and all earlier delegations to the same effect | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.23 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to issue accordingly with Resolution 19, Company’s ordinary shares or securities giving access to the Company’s existing or future ordinary shares, in consideration for securities tendered in a public exchange offer initiated in France or abroad, by the Company concerning the shares of quoted Company; the amount of capital increase carried out by virtue of the present resolution shall count against the overall ceiling set forth in Resolution 17; this delegation is given for a 26-month period it supersedes the amounts unused of any and all earlier delegations to the same effect | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.24 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase on 1 or more occasions, at its sole discretion, in France or abroad, the share capital up to a maximum nominal amount of EUR 900,000,000.00, by issuance of any securities giving right to the allocation of debt securities; this delegation is given for a 26-month period it supersedes the amounts unused of any and all earlier delegations to the same effect | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.25 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase on 1 or more occasions, at its sole discretion, in favour of employees of corporate officers of the Company and related Companies, who are members of a Company Savings Plan; this delegation is given for a 26-month period and for an amount that shall not exceed 10% of the Company’s capital; the ceiling of the present delegation is autonomous and distinct and the amount of such capital increase shall neither count against the overall ceiling set forth in Resolutions 17, 18, nor the ceiling of the Resolution 15 of the shareholders’ meeting of 17 APR 2008; this delegation supersedes the fraction unused of any and all earlier delegations to the same effect; the shareholders’ meeting decides to cancel the shareholders’ preferential subscription rights in favour of the beneficiaries mentioned above | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.26 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to grant, in 1 or more transactions, to employees, corporate officers of the Company and related Companies or groups of economic interest, options giving the right either to subscribe for new shares in the Company to be issued through a share capital increase, or to purchase existing shares purchased by the Company, it being provided that the options shall not give rights to subscribe or to purchase to a number of shares, which shall exceed the legal limits; the shareholders’ meeting decides to cancel the shareholders’ preferential subscription rights in favour of the beneficiaries mentioned above; this delegation is given for a 26-month period it supersedes the fraction unused of any and all earlier delegations to the same effect | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.27 | | Amend the Article 7 of the Bylaws: Class- paying up- rights to fractions of shares, to comply with provisions governed by Article 36 of the Law 86-1067, dated 30 SEP 1986 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.28 | | Amend the Article 28 of the Bylaws: Lawsuit, related to the Lawsuits between the shareholders and the Company and, or its Directors | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.29 | | Authorize the bearer of an original, a copy or extract of the minutes of the meeting to carry out all filings, publications and other formalities prescribed by Law | | Management | | For | | For |
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SONAE SGPS SA, MAIA |
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Security | | X8252W176 | | Meeting Type | | Ordinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 20-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | PTSON0AM0001 | | Agenda | | 701852522 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN AGM. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve the Companys annual report, balance sheet and the individual and consolidated accounts for the YE 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve to decide on the proposed appropriation of the FY net result | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approve to assess the Management and Audit of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Ratify the co-option exercised by the Board of Directors up to the shareholders general meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Grant authority for the purchase and sale of own shares up to the legal limit of 10% | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Grant authority for the purchase and sale of bonds issue by the Company up to the legal limit of 10% | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Grant authority for the purchase and for the holding of shares of the Company by direct or indirect Subsidiary Companies | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Grant authority of granting own shares up to the limit of 1% of the Companys share capital to the Executive Directors and Senior Managers of the Company or of its Controlled Companies, according to the terms of the medium term Performance Bonus Plan | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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9. | | Amend the Paragraph 1 of Article 21 and Paragraphs 3, 4, 5 Subparagraph [c] of 6, 7 and 8 of Article 23 of the Company’s Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
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WOLTERS KLUWER NV |
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Security | | ADPV09931 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 21-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | NL0000395903 | | Agenda | | 701855390 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT BLOCKING CONDITIONS FOR VOTING AT THIS GENERAL MEETING ARE RE-LAXED. BLOCKING PERIOD ENDS ONE DAY AFTER THE REGISTRATION DATE SET ON 30 MAR-2009. SHARES CAN BE TRADED THEREAFTER. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Opening | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2.a | | Receive the report of the Executive Board for 2008 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2.b | �� | Receive the report of the Supervisory Board for 2008 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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3.a | | Adopt the financial statements for 2008 as included in the annual report for 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.b | | Approve to distribute a dividend of EUR 0.65 per ordinary share in cash or, at the option of the holders of ordinary shares, in the form of ordinary shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.a | | Approve to release the Members of the Executive Board from liability for the exercise of their duties, as stipulated in Article 28 of the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.b | | Approve to release the Members of the Supervisory Board from liability for the exercise of their duties, as stipulated in Article 28 of the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.a | | Re-appoint Mr. P.N. Wakkie as a Member of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.b | | Re-appoint Mr. L.P. Forman as a Member of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.c | | Appoint Ms. B.M. Dalibard as a Member of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.a | | Grant authority to issue shares and/or grant rights to subscribe for shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.b | | Grant authority to restrict or exclude pre-emptive rights | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Authorize the Executive Board to acquire own shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Approve to instruct KPMG Accountants N.V | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Any other business | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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10. | | Closing | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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TOMRA SYS A/S |
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Security | | R91733114 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 21-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | NO0005668905 | | Agenda | | 701885191 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | IMPORTANT MARKET PROCESSING REQUIREMENT: A BENEFICIAL OWNER SIGNED POWER OF ATTORNEY (POA) IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO LODGE AND EXECUTE YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MARKET. ABSENCE OF A POA, MAY CAUSE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS TO BE REJECTED. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | MARKET RULES REQUIRE DISCLOSURE OF BENEFICIAL OWNER INFORMATION FOR ALL VOTED-ACCOUNTS. IF AN ACCOUNT HAS MULTIPLE BENEFICIAL OWNERS, YOU WILL NEED TO PROVIDE THE BREAKDOWN OF EACH BENEFICIAL OWNER NAME, ADDRESS AND SHARE POSITION TO-YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE. THIS INFORMATION IS REQUIRED IN ORDER FOR-YOUR VOTE TO BE LODGED | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Opening of the general meeting by the Chairman of the Board of Directors; registration of attending shareholders, including shareholders represented by proxy | | Management | | Abstain | | Against |
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2. | | Elect the Chairperson of the meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Elect a person to sign the minutes of the general meeting together with the Chairman of the meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Approve the notice of the meeting and the agenda | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Receive the report by the Management on the status of the Company and the Group | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Approve the annual report and annual accounts for 2008; an ordinary dividend of NOK 0.50 per share shall be distributed; eligible for dividend for a share is the one being owner of the share by the end of 21 APR 2009; the shares will be traded on Oslo Stock Exchange excluding dividend as from 22 APR 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Approve the declaration from the Board of Directors on the fixing of salaries and other remunerations to leading personnel are duly noted; the declaration regarding remuneration in the form of shares etc. is approved as binding for the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Approve that for the period APR 2008 to APR 2009, the Members of the Board of Directors are remunerated as follows [last year’s figures in brackets]: Chairman of the Board: NOK 500,000 [720,000] External Board Members: NOK 385,000 [385,000] Internal Board Members: NOK 225,000 [225,000] Chairpersons and Members of the Compensation Committee, Audit Committee, Corporate Responsibility Committee and Nomination Committee are to be given a remuneration of NOK 45,000 [45,000] and NOK 30,000 [30,000], respectively; the Auditor’s fee for 2008 of NOK 1,000,000 for audit of Tomra Systems ASA per invoice is approved | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Re-elect Messrs. Tom Knoff, Ole Dahl and Hild Kinder as the Nomination Committee and re-elect Messrs. Svein Rennemo, Jorgen Randers, Hege M. Norheim, Bjorn M. Wiggen and Aniela Gjos as the Board Members and the Committee nominates Messrs. Svein Rennemo and Bjorn M. Wiggen as the Chairman and Deputy Chairman, respectively | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Elect the Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
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11. | | Approve the share capital of the Company is reduced by NOK 5,000,000 by cancellation of 5,000,000 treasury shares; the reduction will come into force when it is registered by the Norwegian Register of Business Enterprises; amend the entry into force the Articles of Association as follows: Section 4 the share capital is NOK 150,020,078 divided into 150,020,078 shares, each having a par value of NOK 1.00 | | Management | | For | | For |
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12. | | Authorize the Board of Directors, in accordance with the Norwegian Public Limited Liabilities Act Section 9-4, to acquire and dispose of treasury shares; [Authority remains in force until the next AGM]; the Company may acquire shares up to a total par value of NOK 10,000,000; the price paid for the share may not be less than NOK 10 or greater than NOK 100; the acquisitions shall be made on the stock exchange within a normal spread. Treasury shares may only be disposed of in order to carry out the Share Saving Program and Share Option Program for the Group’s employees, and in connection with mergers and acquisitions of companies and businesses; the authority will enter into force once it is registered by the Norwegian Register of Business Enterprises | | Management | | For | | For |
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13. | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital by up to NOK 15,000,000 by subscription of new shares; the authority may only be employed in connection with mergers and acquisitions of companies or businesses; the shareholder’s pre-emptive rights pursuant to the Norwegian Public Limited Liability Companies Act Section 10-4 may be disapplied; the authorization encompasses non-cash share contributions and the right to assume special obligations on the Company, as well as a decision on a merger; the authorization shall be valid until the next AGM in the Company; if the authorization is employed, the Board of Directors may amend Section 4 of the Articles of Association accordingly | | Management | | For | | For |
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REED ELSEVIER PLC |
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Security | | 758205207 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | RUK | | Meeting Date | | 21-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US7582052079 | | Agenda | | 933015542 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | TO RECEIVE THE COMPANY’S FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO APPROVE THE DIRECTORS’ REMUNERATION REPORT AS SET OUT IN THE REED ELSEVIER ANNUAL REPORTS AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO DECLARE A FINAL DIVIDEND FOR 2008 ON THE COMPANY’S ORDINARY SHARES | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | TO RE-APPOINT DELOITTE LLP AS AUDITORS OF THE COMPANY UNTIL THE NEXT GENERAL MEETING OF THE COMPANY AT WHICH ACCOUNTS ARE LAID | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | TO AUTHORIZE THE DIRECTORS TO FIX THE REMUNERATION OF THE AUDITORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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06 | | TO RE-ELECT IAN SMITH AS A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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07 | | TO RE-ELECT MARK ELLIOTT AS A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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08 | | TO RE-ELECT DAVID REID AS A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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09 | | TO RE-ELECT LORD SHARMAN AS A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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10 | | TO INCREASE AUTHORISED SHARE CAPITAL | | Management | | For | | For |
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11 | | AUTHORITY TO ALLOT SHARES | | Management | | For | | For |
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12 | | DISAPPLICATION OF PRE-EMPTION RIGHTS (TO BE PROPOSED AS A SPECIAL RESOLUTION) | | Management | | For | | For |
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13 | | AUTHORITY TO PURCHASE OWN SHARES (TO BE PROPOSED AS A SPECIAL RESOLUTION) | | Management | | For | | For |
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14 | | NOTICE PERIOD FOR GENERAL MEETINGS (TO BE PROPOSED AS A SPECIAL RESOLUTION) | | Management | | For | | For |
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SWISSCOM LTD. |
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Security | | 871013108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | SCMWY | | Meeting Date | | 21-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US8710131082 | | Agenda | | 933018295 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | ANNUAL REPORT, ANNUAL FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OF SWISSCOM LTD AND CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2008, REPORTS OF THE STATUTORY AUDITORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROPRIATION OF RETAINED EARNINGS AND DECLARATION OF DIVIDEND | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | DISCHARGE OF THE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND THE GROUP EXECUTIVE BOARD | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | CAPITAL REDUCTION | | Management | | For | | For |
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5A | | RE-ELECTION OF MICHEL GOBET TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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5B | | RE-ELECTION OF DR. TORSTEN G. KREINDL TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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5C | | RE-ELECTION OF RICHARD ROY TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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5D | | RE-ELECTION OF OTHMAR VOCK TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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5E | | ELECTION OF HANSUELI LOOSLI TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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06 | | RE-ELECTION OF STATUTORY AUDITORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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MUENCHENER RUECKVERSICHERUNGS-GESELLSCHAFT AKTIENG |
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Security | | D55535104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 22-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | DE0008430026 | | Agenda | | 701856671 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | Please note that shareholders must be registered in beneficial owner name to be eligible to vote at this meeting. Please note that you must check on ProxyEdge for your specific sub custodian deadline. Votes received after this specific deadline can not be processed. Broadridge will disclose the beneficial owner-information for voted accounts and blocking may apply. Please contact your client service representative for further details. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | AS A CONDITION OF VOTING, GERMAN MARKET REGULATIONS REQUIRE THAT YOU DISCLOSE-WHETHER YOU HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST IN THIS COMPANY. SHOULD EITHER BE THE CASE, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE SO THAT WE-MAY LODGE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS ACCORDINGLY. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A CONTROLLING OR-PERSONAL INTEREST, SUBMIT YOUR VOTE AS NORMAL. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THESE SHARES MAY BE BLOCKED DEPENDING ON SOME SUBCUSTODIANS’-PROCESSING IN THE MARKET. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE TO-OBTAIN BLOCKING INFORMATION FOR YOUR ACCOUNTS. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1.A | | Submission of the report of the Supervisory Board and the corporate governance-report including the remuneration report for the financial year 2008 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1.B | | Submission of the adopted Company financial statements and management report for the financial year 2008, the approved consolidated financial statements and-management report for the Group for the financial year 2008, and the explanatory report on the information in accordance with Sections 289 para. 4 and 315-para. 4 of the German Commercial Code | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2. | | Resolution on the appropriation of the net retained profits | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Resolution to approve the actions of the Board of Management | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Resolution to approve the actions of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Authorisation to buy back and use own shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Authorisation to buy back own shares using derivatives | | Management | | For | | For |
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7.1. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Prof. Dr. Peter Gruss | | Management | | For | | For |
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7.2. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Prof. Dr. Henning Kagermann | | Management | | For | | For |
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7.3. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Peter L scher | | Management | | For | | For |
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7.4. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Wolfgang Mayrhuber | | Management | | For | | For |
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7.5. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Prof. Karel Van Miert | | Management | | For | | For |
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7.6. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Dr. e. h. Bernd Pischetsrieder | | Management | | For | | For |
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7.7. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Anton van Rossum | | Management | | For | | For |
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7.8. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Dr. Hans-J rgen Schinzler | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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7.9. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Dr. Ron Sommer | | Management | | For | | For |
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7.10. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Dr. Thomas Wellauer | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Resolution to cancel Contingent Capital 2003 I as well as the existing authorisation for increasing the share capital under “Authorised Capital Increase 2004”, to replace this with a new authorisation “Authorised Capital Increase 2009” and to amend Article 4 of the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Resolution to amend Articles 3 (entry in the shareholder’s register) and 6 (registration for the Annual General Meeting) of the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Resolution to amend Article 7 of the Articles of Association (electronic participation in the Annual General Meeting and postal vote) | | Management | | For | | For |
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11. | | Resolution to amend Articles 12 and 13 of the Articles of Association (Supervisory Board) | | Management | | For | | For |
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WILLIS GROUP HOLDINGS LIMITED |
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Security | | G96655108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | WSH | | Meeting Date | | 22-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | BMG966551084 | | Agenda | | 933007963 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WILLIAM W. BRADLEY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOSEPH A. CALIFANO JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ANNA C. CATALANO | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: SIR ROY GARDNER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: SIR JEREMY HANLEY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBYN S. KRAVIT | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JEFFREY B. LANE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WENDY E. LANE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JAMES F. MCCANN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOSEPH J. PLUMERI | | Management | | For | | For |
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1K | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DOUGLAS B. ROBERTS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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2 | | TO REAPPOINT DELOITTE LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT AUDITOR UNTIL THE CLOSE OF THE NEXT ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING AND TO AUTHORIZE THE AUDIT COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO FIX THE INDEPENDENT AUDITORS’ REMUNERATION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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WILMINGTON TRUST CORPORATION |
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Security | | 971807102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | WL | | Meeting Date | | 22-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US9718071023 | | Agenda | | 933017368 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 TED T. CECALA | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 THOMAS L. DU PONT | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 DONALD E. FOLEY | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROVAL OF 2009 EXECUTIVE INCENTIVE PLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVAL OF 2009 LONG-TERM INCENTIVE PLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | APPROVAL OF EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION | | Management | | For | | For |
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GROUPE DANONE, PARIS |
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Security | | F12033134 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 23-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000120644 | | Agenda | | 701837823 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative-to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will-be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If-you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve the financial statements and statutory reports | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Approve the consolidated financial statements and statutory reports | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve the allocation of income and dividends of EUR 1.20 per share | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Approve the stock dividend program | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Receive the Auditors’ special report regarding related-party transactions | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.6 | | Reelect Mr. Richard Goblet D’Alviella as a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.7 | | Re-elect Mr. Christian Laubie as a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.8 | | Re-elect Mr. Jean Laurent as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.9 | | Re-elect Mr. Hakan Mogren as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.10 | | Re-elect Mr. Benoit Potier as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.11 | | Elect MR. Guylaine Saucier as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.12 | | Approve the remuneration of the Directors in the aggregate amount of EUR 600,000 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.13 | | Grant authority for the repurchase of up to 10% of issued share capital | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.14 | | Approve the creation of the Danone Eco-Systeme Fund | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.15 | | Approve to change the Company name to Danone | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.16 | | Amend the Article 7 of Bylaws regarding: authorize the share capital increase | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.17 | | Amend the Articles 10 of Association Regarding: shareholders identification | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.18 | | Amend the Article 18 of Bylaws regarding: attendance to Board meetings through videoconference and telecommunication | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.19 | | Amend the Article 22 of Bylaws regarding: Record Date | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.20 | | Amend the Article 26 of Bylaws regarding: electronic voting | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.21 | | Amend the Article 27 of Bylaws regarding: authorize the Board for the issuance of bonds | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.22 | | Amend the Articles 27 and 28 of Association regarding: quorum requirements for ordinary and extraordinary general meetings | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.23 | | Grant authority for the issuance of equity or equity-linked securities with preemptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 45 million | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.24 | | Grant authority for the issuance of equity or equity-linked securities without preemptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 30 Million | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.25 | | Authorize the Board to increase capital in the event of additional demand related to delegations submitted to shareholder vote above | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.26 | | Grant authority for the capital increase of up to EUR 25 million for future exchange offers | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.27 | | Grant authority for the capital increase of up to 10 % of issued capital for future acquisitions | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.28 | | Grant authority for the capitalization of reserves of up to EUR 33 million for bonus issue or increase in par value | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.29 | | Approve the Employee Stock Purchase Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.30 | | Grant authority up to 6 million shares for use in stock option plan | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.31 | | Grant authority up to 2 million shares for use in restricted stock plan | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.32 | | Approve the reduction in share capital via cancellation of repurchased shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.33 | | Grant authority for the filing of required documents/other formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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NESTLE SA, CHAM UND VEVEY |
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Security | | H57312649 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 23-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | CH0038863350 | | Agenda | | 701860909 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | THE PRACTICE OF SHARE BLOCKING VARIES WIDELY IN THIS MARKET. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE TO OBTAIN BLOCKING INFORMATION FOR YOUR ACCOUNTS. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS THE PART II OF THE MEETING NOTICE SENT UNDER MEETING-525807, INCLUDING THE AGENDA. TO BE ELIGIBLE TO VOTE AT THE UPCOMING MEETING, YOUR SHARES MUST BE RE-REGISTERED FOR THIS MEETING. IN ADDITION, YOUR NAME MAYBE PROVIDED TO THE COMPANY REGISTRAR AS BENEFICIAL OWNER. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR-GLOBAL CUSTODIAN OR YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR TO FIND OUT WHETHER YOUR SHARES HAVE BEEN RE-REGISTERED FOR THIS MEETING. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1.1 | | Receive the 2008 annual report, financial statements of Nestle SA and consolidated financial statements of the Nestle Group, reports of the statutory Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
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1.2 | | Receive the 2008 compensation report | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve to release the Members of the Board of Directors and the Management | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approve the appropriation of profits resulting from the balance sheet of Nestle S.A. and Dividends of CHF 1.40 per share | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.1.1 | | Re-elect Mr. Daniel Borel to the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.1.2 | | Re-elect Mrs. Carolina Mueller Mohl to the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.2 | | Elect KPMG S.A., Geneva branch as the Statutory Auditor for a term of 1 year | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Approve to cancel 180,000,000 repurchased under the Share Buy-back Programme launched on 24 AUG 2007 and reduce the share capital by CHF 18,000,000 | | Management | | For | | For |
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HEINEKEN N V |
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Security | | N39427211 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 23-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | NL0000009165 | | Agenda | | 701901781 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN AMENDMENT TO MEETING ID 540564 DUE TO DELETION OF-RESOLUTIONS ALL VOTES RECEIVED ON THE PREVIOUS MEETING WILL BE DISREGARDED AND-YOU WILL NEED TO REINSTRUCT ON THIS MEETING NOTICE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT BLOCKING CONDITIONS FOR VOTING AT THIS GENERAL MEETING ARE RELAXED AS THERE IS A REGISTRATION DEADLINE / RECORD DATE ASSOCIATED WITH THIS MEETING. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | Opening | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1.A | | Adopt the financial statements for the FY 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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1.B | | Approve the decision on the appropriation of the balance of the income statement in accordance with Article 12 paragraph 7 of the Company’s Articles of Association and the distribution of retained earnings | | Management | | For | | For |
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1.C | | Grant discharge to the Members of the Executive Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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1.D | | Grant discharge to the Members of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Amend the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.A | | Approve the extension and amendment of the authorization of the Executive Board to acquire own shares under which the maximum number of shares that may be acquired will remain limited to 10% of the issued share capital of the Company | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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3.B | | Authorize the Executive Board to issue [rights to] shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.C | | Authorize the Executive Board to restrict or exclude shareholders’ pre-emptive rights | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.A | | Re-appoint Mr. M. Das as a Member of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.B | | Re-appoint Mr. J. M. Hessels as a Member of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.C | | Appoint Mr. Ch. Navarre as a Member of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | Closing | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO CHANGE IN NUMBERING. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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NOKIA CORPORATION |
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Security | | 654902204 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | NOK | | Meeting Date | | 23-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US6549022043 | | Agenda | | 933002088 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
07 | | ADOPTION OF THE ANNUAL ACCOUNTS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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08 | | RESOLUTION ON THE USE OF THE PROFIT SHOWN ON THE BALANCE SHEET AND THE PAYMENT OF DIVIDEND. | | Management | | For | | For |
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09 | | RESOLUTION ON THE DISCHARGE OF THE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND THE PRESIDENT FROM LIABILITY. | | Management | | For | | For |
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10 | | RESOLUTION ON THE REMUNERATION OF THE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
11 | | RESOLUTION ON THE NUMBER OF MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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12 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 GEORG EHRNROOTH | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 LALITA D. GUPTE | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 BENGT HOLMSTROM | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 HENNING KAGERMANN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 5 OLLI-PEKKA KALLASVUO | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 6 PER KARLSSON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 7 JORMA OLLILA | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 8 MARJORIE SCARDINO | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 RISTO SIILASMAA | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 10 KEIJO SUILA | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 11 ISABEL MAREY-SEMPER | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
13 | | RESOLUTION ON THE REMUNERATION OF THE AUDITOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
14 | | ELECTION OF AUDITOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
15 | | AUTHORIZING THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO RESOLVE TO REPURCHASE THE COMPANY’S OWN SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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17 | | MARK THE “FOR” BOX IF YOU WISH TO INSTRUCT THE DEPOSITARY TO GIVE A PROXY TO LEENA SIIRALA OR ESA NIINIMAKI, BOTH LEGAL COUNSELS OF NOKIA CORPORATION, TO VOTE, IN THEIR DISCRETION, ON YOUR BEHALF ONLY UPON ITEM 17. | | Management | | Abstain | | |
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BECKMAN COULTER, INC. |
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Security | | 075811109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | BEC | | Meeting Date | | 23-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US0758111092 | | Agenda | | 933005717 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 PETER B. DERVAN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 SCOTT GARRETT | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 SUSAN R. NOWAKOWSKI | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 GLENN S. SCHAFER | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF KPMG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | AMENDMENT OF THE COMPANY’S 2007 LONG-TERM INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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CAPITAL ONE FINANCIAL CORPORATION |
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Security | | 14040H105 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | COF | | Meeting Date | | 23-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US14040H1059 | | Agenda | | 933008371 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RICHARD D. FAIRBANK | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: E.R. CAMPBELL | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: BRADFORD H. WARNER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: STANLEY WESTREICH | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF SELECTION OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS INDEPENDENT AUDITORS OF THE CORPORATION FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | APPROVAL AND ADOPTION OF CAPITAL ONE’S SECOND AMENDED AND RESTATED 2004 STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | ADVISORY APPROVAL OF CAPITAL ONE’S NAMED EXECUTIVE OFFICER COMPENSATION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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JOHNSON & JOHNSON |
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Security | | 478160104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | JNJ | | Meeting Date | | 23-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US4781601046 | | Agenda | | 933008523 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MARY SUE COLEMAN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JAMES G. CULLEN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MICHAEL M.E. JOHNS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ARNOLD G. LANGBO | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: SUSAN L. LINDQUIST | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LEO F. MULLIN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WILLIAM D. PEREZ | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CHARLES PRINCE | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID SATCHER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WILLIAM C. WELDON | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | ADVISORY VOTE ON EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION POLICIES AND DISCLOSURE | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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BAKER HUGHES INCORPORATED |
| | | |
Security | | 057224107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | BHI | | Meeting Date | | 23-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US0572241075 | | Agenda | | 933010491 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 LARRY D. BRADY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 CLARENCE P. CAZALOT, JR | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 CHAD C. DEATON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 EDWARD P. DJEREJIAN | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 5 ANTHONY G. FERNANDES | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 6 CLAIRE W. GARGALLI | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 7 PIERRE H. JUNGELS | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 8 JAMES A. LASH | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 9 J. LARRY NICHOLS | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 10 H. JOHN RILEY, JR. | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 11 CHARLES L. WATSON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE THE AMENDMENT TO THE BAKER HUGHES INCORPORATED EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL NO. 1 REGARDING CALLING SPECIAL SHAREOWNERS MEETINGS. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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DEUTSCHE LUFTHANSA AG, KOELN |
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Security | | D1908N106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 24-Apr-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | DE0008232125 | | Agenda | | 701854704 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | Please note that shareholders must be registered in beneficial owner name to be eligible to vote at this meeting. Please note that you must check on ProxyEdge for your specific sub custodian deadline. Votes received after this specific deadline can not be processed. Broadridge will disclose the beneficial owner-information for voted accounts and blocking may apply. Please contact your client service representative for further details. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THESE SHARES MAY BE BLOCKED DEPENDING ON SOME SUBCUSTODIANS’-PROCESSING IN THE MARKET. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE TO-OBTAIN BLOCKING INFORMATION FOR YOUR ACCOUNTS. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
| | AS A CONDITION OF VOTING, GERMAN MARKET REGULATIONS REQUIRE THAT YOU DISCLOSE-WHETHER YOU HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST IN THIS COMPANY. SHOULD EITHER BE THE CASE, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE SO THAT WE-MAY LODGE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS ACCORDINGLY. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A CONTROLLING OR-PERSONAL INTEREST, SUBMIT YOUR VOTE AS NORMAL. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Presentation of the audited financial statements, the approved consolidated financial statements, the management report for the Company and the Group for the 2008 financial year as well as the report of the Supervisory Board | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
2. | | Appropriation of the distributable profit for the 2008 financial year | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3. | | Approval of Executive Board’s acts for the 2008 financial year | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4. | | Approval of Supervisory Board’s acts for the 2008 financial year | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5. | | Authorisation to purchase own shares | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
6. | | Creation of new Authorised Capital B for employee shares and a corresponding amendment to the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
7. | | Amendment to the Articles of Association to abolish concessionary flights for Supervisory Board members | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
8. | | Appointment of auditors for the annual financial statements in the 2009 financial year | | Management | | For | | For |
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THE PROGRESSIVE CORPORATION |
| | | |
Security | | 743315103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | PGR | | Meeting Date | | 24-Apr-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US7433151039 | | Agenda | | 933012394 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROGER N. FARAH | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: STEPHEN R. HARDIS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: NORMAN S. MATTHEWS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: BRADLEY T. SHEARES, PH.D. | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO OUR CODE OF REGULATIONS TO ESTABLISH PROCEDURES FOR SHAREHOLDERS TO MAKE PROPOSALS FOR CONSIDERATION AT OUR ANNUAL MEETINGS OF SHAREHOLDERS (OTHER THAN NOMINATIONS FOR DIRECTORS). | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO OUR CODE OF REGULATIONS TO REVISE THE EXISTING PROCEDURES RELATING TO SHAREHOLDER NOMINATIONS OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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ING GROEP N V |
| | | |
Security | | N4578E413 | | Meeting Type | | Ordinary General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 27-Apr-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | NL0000303600 | | Agenda | | 701852712 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN AGM. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT BLOCKING CONDITIONS FOR VOTING AT THIS GENERAL MEETING ARE RELAXED. BLOCKING PERIOD ENDS ONE DAY AFTER THE REGISTRATION DATE SET ON 30 MAR-2009. SHARES CAN BE TRADED THEREAFTER. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
1. | | Opening remarks and announcements | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
2.A | | Report of the Executive Board for 2008 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
2.B | | Report of the Supervisory Board for 2008 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
2.C | | Approve the annual accounts for 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.A | | Profit retention and Distribution Policy | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
3.B | | Approve the dividend for 2008, a total dividend of EUR 0.74 per [depositary receipt for an] ordinary share will be proposed to the general meeting, taking into account the interim dividend of EUR 0.74 paid in AUG 2008, as a result hereof no final dividend will be paid out for 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4. | | Remuneration report | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
5. | | Corporate Governance | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
6. | | Corporate Responsibility | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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7.A | | Grant discharge to the Members of the Executive Board in respect of the duties performed during the year 2008 FY, as specified in the 2008 annual accounts, the report of the Executive Board, the Corporate Governance Chapter, the chapter on Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act and the statements made in the general meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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7.B | | Grant discharge to the Members of the Supervisory Board in respect of the duties performed in the 2008 FY, as specified in the 2008 annual accounts, the report of the Supervisory Board, the Corporate governance chapter, the remuneration report and the statements made in the general meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
8.A | | Appoint of Jan Hommen as the Members of the Executive Board as of the end of the general meeting on 27 April 2009 until the end of the AGM in 2013, subject to extension or renewal | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
8.B | | Appoint of Mr. Patrick Flynn as the Members of the Executive Board as of the end of the general meeting on 27 April 2009 until the end of the AGM in 2013, subject to extension or renewal | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
9.A | | Re-appoint Mr. Godfried Van Der Lugt as the Member of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
9.B | | Appoint Mr.Tineke Bahlmann as the Member of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
9.C | | Appoint Mr.Jeroen Van Der Veer as the Member of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
9.D | | Appoint Mr. Lodewijk De Waal as the Member of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
10. | | Authorize to issue ordinary, to grant the right to take up such shares and to restrict or exclude preferential rights of shareholders; [Authority expires on 27 October 2010 [subject to extension by the general meeting]]; for a total of 200,000,000 ordinary shares, plus for a total of 200,000,000 ordinary shares, only if these shares are issued in connection with the take-over of a business or a Company | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
11. | | Authorize the Executive Board to acquire in the name of the Company fully paid-up ordinary shares in the share capital of the Company or depositary receipts for such shares, this authorization is subject to such a maximum that the Company shall not hold more than: 10% of the issued share capital, plus 10% of the issued share capital as a result of a major capital restructuring, the authorization applies for each manner of acquisition of ownership for which the law requires an authorization like the present one, the purchase price shall not be less than 1 eurocent and not higher than the highest price at which the depositary receipts for the Company’s ordinary shares are traded on the Euronext Amsterdam by NYSE Euronext on the date on which the purchase contract is concluded or on the preceding day of stock market trading; [Authority expires on 27 OCT 2010] | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
12. | | Any other business and conclusion | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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HUTCHISON TELECOMMUNICATIONS INTL LTD |
| | | |
Security | | G46714104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 27-Apr-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | KYG467141043 | | Agenda | | 701860199 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT SHAREHOLDERS ARE ALLOWED TO VOTE ‘IN FAVOR’ OR AGAINST” FOR ALL RESOLUTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
1. | | Receive the audited financial statements and the reports of the Directors and the Auditors for the YE 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.A | | Re-elect Mr. FOK Kin-ning, Canning as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.B | | Re-elect Mr. LUI Dennis Pok Man as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.C | | Re-elect Mr. Christopher John FOLL as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.D | | Re-elect Mr. KWAN Kai Cheong as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.E | | Authorize the Board of Directors to fix the Directors’ remuneration | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3. | | Re-appoint PricewaterhouseCoopers as the Auditors of the Company and authorize the Board of Directors to fix its remuneration | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.a | | Authorize the Board of Directors of the Company [the Directors], subject to this resolution, to allot, issue and otherwise deal with new shares of the Company [the Shares] and to allot, issue or grant securities convertible into shares, or options, warrants or similar rights to subscribe for any shares or such convertible securities, and to make or grant offers, agreements, options and warrants during and after the relevant period, not exceeding 20% of the aggregate nominal amount of the share capital of the Company in issue at the date of passing this resolution, otherwise than pursuant to the shares issued as a result of a rights issue, the exercise of the subscription or conversion rights attaching to any warrants or any securities convertible into shares or the exercise of the subscription rights under any option scheme or similar arrangement for the time being adopted for the grant or issue to persons such as Officers and/or employees of the Company and/or any of its subsidiaries of Shares or rights to acquire shares or any scrip dividend providing for the allotment of shares in lieu of the whole or part of a dividend on shares in accordance with the Articles of Association of the Company; [Authority expires the earlier of the conclusion of the next AGM of the Company or the expiration of the period within which the next AGM of the Company is required by the Articles of Association of the Company or any applicable Law of the Cayman Islands to be held] | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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4.b | | Authorize the Directors of the Company to purchase or repurchase on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited [the Stock Exchange], or any other stock exchange on which the securities of the Company are or may be listed and recognized by the Securities and Futures Commission of Hong Kong and the Stock Exchange for this purpose, shares including any form of depositary shares representing the right to receive such shares issued by the Company and to repurchase such securities, subject to and in accordance with all applicable laws and the requirements of the Rules Governing the Listing of Securities on the Stock Exchange or of any other stock exchange as amended from time to time during the relevant period, not exceeding 10% of the aggregate nominal amount of the share capital of the Company in issue at the date of this resolution; [Authority expires the earlier of the conclusion of the next AGM of the Company or the expiration of the period within which the next AGM of the Company is required by the Articles of Association of the Company or any applicable Law of the Cayman Islands to be held] | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.c | | Authorize the Directors, subject to the passing of Resolutions 4.A and 4.B, to add the aggregate nominal amount of the share capital of the Company which may be purchased or repurchased by the Company pursuant by Resolution 4.B, to the aggregate nominal amount of the share capital of the Company that may be allotted or issued or agreed conditionally or unconditionally to be allotted or issued by the Directors pursuant to Resolution 4.A, provided that such shares does not exceed 10% of the aggregate nominal amount of the share capital of the Company in issue at the date of this resolution | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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5. | | Approve, with effect from the conclusion of the meeting at which this resolution is passed, the proposed amendments to the 2004 Partner Share Option Plan of Partner Communications Company Limited as specified, subject to such modifications of the relevant amendments to the 2004 Partner Share Option Plan as the Directors of the Company may consider necessary, taking into account the requirements of the relevant regulatory authorities, including without limitation, The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited and authorize the Directors to do all such acts and things as may be necessary to carry out such amendments and [if any] modifications into effect | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO RECEIPT OF ACTUAL RECORD DATE. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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AMERICAN EXPRESS COMPANY |
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Security | | 025816109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | AXP | | Meeting Date | | 27-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US0258161092 | | Agenda | | 933007595 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: D.F. AKERSON | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: C. BARSHEFSKY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: U.M. BURNS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: K.I. CHENAULT | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: P. CHERNIN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: J. LESCHLY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: R.C. LEVIN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: R.A. MCGINN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: E.D. MILLER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: S.S REINEMUND | | Management | | For | | For |
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1K | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: R.D. WALTER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1L | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: R.A. WILLIAMS | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | ADVISORY (NON-BINDING) VOTE APPROVING EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL RELATING TO CUMULATIVE VOTING FOR DIRECTORS. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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05 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL RELATING TO THE CALLING OF SPECIAL SHAREHOLDER MEETINGS. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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CARREFOUR SA, PARIS |
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Security | | F13923119 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 28-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000120172 | | Agenda | | 701849979 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non- Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS COMMENT HAS BEEN DELETED. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve the financial statements and discharge Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Approve to accept the consolidated financial statements and statutory reports | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve the transaction with Mr. Jose Luis Duran regarding severance payments | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Approve the transaction with Mr. Lars Olofsson regarding severance payments | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Approve the treatment of losses and dividends of EUR 1.08 per share | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.6 | | Elect Mr. Lars Olofsson as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.7 | | Re-elect Mr. Rene Abate as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.8 | | Re-elect Mr. Nicolas Bazire as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.9 | | Re-elect Mr. Jean Martin Folz as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.10 | | Re-appoint Deloitte and Associes as the Auditor and Beas as Alternate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.11 | | Re-appoint KPMG as the Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.12 | | Ratify Mr. Bernard Perod as the Alternate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.13 | | Grant authority for the repurchase of up to 10% of issued capital | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.14 | | Approve the reduction in share capital via cancellation of repurchased shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.15 | | Grant authority for the issuance of equity or equity linked securities with preemptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 500 million | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.16 | | Grant authority for the issuance of equity or equity linked securities without preemptive rights up to an aggregate nominal amount of EUR 350 million | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.17 | | Authorize the Board to increase capital in the event of additional demand related to delegation submitted to shareholder vote above | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.18 | | Grant authority for the capitalization of reserves of up to EUR 500 million for bonus issue or increase in par value | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.19 | | Grant authority for the issued capital up to 3% for use in Stock Option Plan | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.20 | | Grant authority for the issued capital up to 0.2% for use in restricted Stock Plan | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.21 | | Approve Employee Stock Purchase Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.22 | | Approve Employee Stock Purchase Plan for international employees | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | Receive the reports of the Board of Directors and reports of the Statutory Auditors | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | Conventions referred to in Articles L.225-38 and L.225-42-1 of the Commercial Code | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO CHANGE IN MEETING DATE. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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SONAE CAPITAL SGPS SA, LISBOA |
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Security | | X8252W150 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 28-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | PTSNP0AE0008 | | Agenda | | 701859956 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Approve the annual report and accounts and the consolidated annual report and accounts for 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the resolution on the proposed appropriation of the 2008 net loss | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approve to assess the Management and Audit of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Approve to fill the vacant positions in the statutory governing bodies and in the remuneration Committee, should they occur up to the date of the shareholders general meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Approve the remunerations of the Members of the Remuneration Committee | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE EVENT THE MEETING DOES NOT REACH QUORUM, THERE WILL BE A SECOND CALL ON 15 MAY 2009. CONSEQUENTLY, YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS WILL REMAIN VALID FOR ALL CALLS UNLESS THE AGENDA IS AMENDED. PLEASE BE ALSO ADVISED THAT YOUR SHARES WILL BE BLOCKED UNTIL THE QUORUM IS MET OR THE MEETING IS CANCELLED. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO RECEIPT OF SECOND CALL COMMENT. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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SHIRE PLC |
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Security | | G8124V108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 28-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | JE00B2QKY057 | | Agenda | | 701873350 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Receive the Company’s accounts for the YE 31 DEC 2008 together with the Director’s report and the Auditor’s report on those accounts | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the Directors remuneration report for the YE 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Re-elect Dr. Barry Price as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Re-appoint Deloitte LLP as the Auditors of the Company to hold office from the conclusion the meeting to the conclusion of the AGM of the Company to be held in 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Authorize the Audit, Compliance & Risk Committee of the Board to determine the remuneration of the Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Authorize the Directors to allot relevant Securities [as defined in the Company’s Articles of Association] by Article 10 paragraph [B] of the company’s Articles of Association be renewed and for this purpose the authorized allotment amount shall be: [a] GBP 9,337,043 of relevant Securities; and [b] solely in connection with an allotment pursuant to an offer by way of a rights issue [as defined in the Company’s Articles of Association, but only if and to the extent that such offer is implemented by way of rights], GBP 18,674,086 of relevant securities comprising equity securities [as defined in the Company’s Articles of Association] [after deducting from such limit any relevant securities allotted under paragraph (a) above]; [Authority expires the earlier of the allotment period on 28 APR 2009 and ending on the earlier of 27 JUL 2010 or the conclusion of the AGM of the Company to be held in 2010]; and the Directors may allot relevant securities after the expiry of this authority in pursuance of such an offer or agreement made prior to such expiry | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.7 | | Authorize the Directors, subject to the passing of the previous Resolution, to allot equity securities [as defined in the Company’s Articles of Association] wholly for cash, by Article 10 paragraph (D) of the Company’s Articles of Association be renewed and for this purpose the Non pre-emptive Amount [as defined in the Company’s Articles of Association ] shall be GBP 1,400,556 of equity securities; [Authority expires the earlier of the period commencing on 28 APR 2009 and ending on the earlier of 27 JUL 2010 or the conclusion of the AGM of the Company to be held in 2010]; and the Directors may allot equity securities after the expiry of this authority in pursuance of such an offer or agreement made prior to such expiry | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.8 | | Grant authority to the market purchases | | Management | | For | | For |
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DIAGNOSTICOS DA AMER S A |
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Security | | P3589C109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 28-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | BRDASAACNOR1 | | Agenda | | 701900397 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | IMPORTANT MARKET PROCESSING REQUIREMENT: A BENEFICIAL OWNER SIGNED POWER OF ATTORNEY (POA) IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO LODGE AND EXECUTE YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MARKET. ABSENCE OF A POA, MAY CAUSE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS TO BE REJECTED. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT VOTES “IN FAVOR” AND “AGAINST” IN THE SAME AGENDA ITEM ARE NOT ALLOWED. ONLY VOTES IN FAVOR AND/OR ABSTAIN OR AGAINST AND/ OR ABSTAIN ARE ALLOWED. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT SHAREHOLDERS SUBMITTING A VOTE TO ELECT A MEMBER MUST INCLUDE THE NAME OF THE CANDIDATE TO BE ELECTED. IF INXS TO VOTE ON THIS ITEM IS RECEIVED WITHOUT A CANDIDATE’S NAME, YOUR VOTE WILL BE PROCESSED IN FAVOR OR AGAINST OF THE DEFAULT COMPANY’S CANDIDATE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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A. | | Approve the Directors Accounts, to examine, discuss and the Company’s consolidated financial statements for the FYE 31 DEC 2008, the administration reporting that in light of the results from the FY the distribution of dividends is not being proposed | | Management | | For | | For |
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B. | | Elect the Members of the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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C. | | Approve to consider the proposal of the administration aiming at the instatement of the Finance Committee on a non permanent basis to operate during the 2009 FY, approval of the draft internal regulation and election of its full and alternate Members | | Management | | For | | For |
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D. | | Approve to set the total annual remuneration for the Members of the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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DIAGNOSTICOS DA AMER S A |
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Security | | P3589C109 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 28-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | BRDASAACNOR1 | | Agenda | | 701900400 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | IMPORTANT MARKET PROCESSING REQUIREMENT: A BENEFICIAL OWNER SIGNED POWER OF ATTORNEY (POA) IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO LODGE AND EXECUTE YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MARKET. ABSENCE OF A POA, MAY CAUSE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS TO BE REJECTED. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT VOTES “IN FAVOR” AND “AGAINST” IN THE SAME AGENDA ITEM ARE NOT ALLOWED. ONLY VOTES IN FAVOR AND/OR ABSTAIN OR AGAINST AND/ OR ABSTAIN ARE ALLOWED. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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A. | | Amend the Corporate Bylaws with amendment of Articles 3, 20 inclusion of item XXX, 21 and 25 of the Corporate Bylaws, aiming respectively at the adaptation of the Corporate purpose, the inclusion of a matter in the list of powers of the Board of Directors as well as the adaptation of the positions and authorities of the Executive Committee | | Management | | For | | For |
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PACCAR INC |
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Security | | 693718108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | PCAR | | Meeting Date | | 28-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US6937181088 | | Agenda | | 933009359 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 MARK C. PIGOTT | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 WILLIAM G. REED, JR. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 WARREN R. STALEY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 CHARLES R. WILLIAMSON | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING THE ANNUAL ELECTION OF ALL DIRECTORS | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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03 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING A DIRECTOR VOTE THRESHOLD | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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FORTUNE BRANDS, INC. |
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Security | | 349631101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | FO | | Meeting Date | | 28-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US3496311016 | | Agenda | | 933010871 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 BRUCE A. CARBONARI | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 ANN F. HACKETT | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 DAVID M. THOMAS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 RONALD V. WATERS, III | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVAL OF AMENDMENTS TO THE COMPANY’S RESTATED CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION TO PROVIDE FOR THE ANNUAL ELECTION OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | IF PRESENTED, A SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL ENTITLED “ADOPT SIMPLE MAJORITY VOTE”. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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MOODY’S CORPORATION |
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Security | | 615369105 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | MCO | | Meeting Date | | 28-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US6153691059 | | Agenda | | 933012786 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: EWALD KIST | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: HENRY A. MCKINNELL, JR., PH.D. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN K. WULFF | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL TO ADOPT A POLICY THAT THE CHAIRMAN OF THE COMPANY’S BOARD OF DIRECTORS BE AN INDEPENDENT DIRECTOR. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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04 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL TO ADOPT A POLICY REQUIRING SENIOR EXECUTIVES TO RETAIN A SIGNIFICANT PERCENTAGE OF COMPANY SHARES UNTIL TWO YEARS FOLLOWING TERMINATION OF THEIR EMPLOYMENT. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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PERKINELMER, INC. |
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Security | | 714046109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | PKI | | Meeting Date | | 28-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US7140461093 | | Agenda | | 933017407 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT F. FRIEL | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: NICHOLAS A. LOPARDO | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ALEXIS P. MICHAS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JAMES C. MULLEN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DR. VICKI L. SATO | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GABRIEL SCHMERGEL | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: KENTON J. SICCHITANO | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PATRICK J. SULLIVAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: G. ROBERT TOD | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS PERKINELMER’S INDEPENDENT AUDITORS FOR THE CURRENT FISCAL YEAR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO APPROVE THE PERKINELMER, INC. 2009 INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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FIRST NIAGARA FINANCIAL GROUP, INC. |
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Security | | 33582V108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | FNFG | | Meeting Date | | 28-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US33582V1089 | | Agenda | | 933026836 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 CARL. A. FLORIO | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 DAVID M. ZEBRO | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | THE NON-BINDING APPROVAL OF OUR EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION PROGRAMS AND POLICIES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | THE RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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ALLIANZ SE, MUENCHEN |
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Security | | D03080112 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 29-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | DE0008404005 | | Agenda | | 701857015 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | AS A CONDITION OF VOTING, GERMAN MARKET REGULATIONS REQUIRE THAT YOU DISCLOSE WHETHER YOU HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST IN THIS COMPANY. SHOULD EITHER BE THE CASE, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE SO THAT WE MAY LODGE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS ACCORDINGLY. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST, SUBMIT YOUR VOTE AS NORMAL. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THESE SHARES MAY BE BLOCKED DEPENDING ON SOME SUBCUSTODIANS’ PROCESSING IN THE MARKET. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE TO OBTAIN BLOCKING INFORMATION FOR YOUR ACCOUNTS. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Presentation of the approved Annual Financial Statements and the approved Consolidated Financial Statements as of and for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2008, and of the Management Reports for Allianz SE and for the Group, the Explanatory Report on the information pursuant to paragraph 289 (4), paragraph 31-5 (4) of the German Commercial Code (Handelsgesetzbuch) as well as the Report of the Supervisory Board for the fiscal year 2008 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2. | | Appropriation of net earnings | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approval of the actions of the members of the Management Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Approval of the actions of the members of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | By election to the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Authorization to acquire treasury shares for trading purposes | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Authorization to acquire and utilize treasury shares for other purposes | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Authorization to use derivatives in connection with the acquisition of treasury shares pursuant to Paragraph 71 (1) no. 8 of the German Stock Corporation Act (Aktiengesetz) | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Amendment to the Statutes in accordance with Paragraph 67 German Stock Corporation Act (Aktiengesetz) | | Management | | For | | For |
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10.A | | Other amendments to the Statutes: Cancellation of provisions regarding the first Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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10.B | | Other amendments to the Statutes: Anticipatory resolutions on the planned Law on the Implementation of the Shareholder Rights Directive (Gesetz zur Umsetzung der Aktionaersrechterichtlinie) | | Management | | For | | For |
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11. | | Approval of control and profit transfer agreement between Allianz SE and Allianz Shared Infrastructure Services SE | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | COUNTER PROPOSALS HAVE BEEN RECEIVED FOR THIS MEETING. A LINK TO THE COUNTER PROPOSAL INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE IN THE MATERIAL URL SECTION OF THE APPLICATION. IF YOU WISH TO ACT ON THESE ITEMS, YOU WILL NEED TO REQUEST A MEETING ATTEND AND VOTE YOUR SHARES AT THE COMPANYS MEETING. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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COMPANHIA DE SANEAMENTO BASICO DO ESTADO DE SAO PA |
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Security | | P8228H104 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 29-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | BRSBSPACNOR5 | | Agenda | | 701872144 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | IMPORTANT MARKET PROCESSING REQUIREMENT: A BENEFICIAL OWNER SIGNED POWER OF ATTORNEY (POA) IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO LODGE AND EXECUTE YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MARKET. ABSENCE OF A POA, MAY CAUSE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS TO BE REJECTED. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT VOTES ‘IN FAVOR’ AND “AGAINST” IN THE SAME AGENDA ITEM ARE NOT ALLOWED. ONLY VOTES IN FAVOR AND/OR ABSTAIN OR AGAINST AND/ OR ABSTAIN ARE ALLOWED. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Ratify the codec option number 200.2008, which deals with the annual leave of the Executive officers of the Companies controlled by the government | | Management | | | | |
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COMPANHIA DE SANEAMENTO BASICO DO ESTADO DE SAO PA |
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Security | | P8228H104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 29-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | BRSBSPACNOR5 | | Agenda | | 701872168 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | IMPORTANT MARKET PROCESSING REQUIREMENT: A BENEFICIAL OWNER SIGNED POWER OF ATTORNEY (POA) IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO LODGE AND EXECUTE YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MARKET. ABSENCE OF A POA, MAY CAUSE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS TO BE REJECTED. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT VOTES ‘IN FAVOR’ AND “AGAINST” IN THE SAME AGENDA ITEM ARE NOT ALLOWED. ONLY VOTES IN FAVOR AND/OR ABSTAIN OR AGAINST AND/ OR ABSTAIN ARE ALLOWED. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT SHAREHOLDERS SUBMITTING A VOTE TO ELECT A MEMBER MUST INCLUDE THE NAME OF THE CANDIDATE TO BE ELECTED. IF INSTRUCTIONS TO VOTE ON THIS ITEM IS RECEIVED WITHOUT A CANDIDATE’S NAME, YOUR VOTE WILL BE PROCESSED IN FAVOR OR AGAINST OF THE DEFAULT COMPANY’S CANDIDATE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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I. | | Approve to take cognizance of the accounts of the Administrators and financial statements accompanied by the opinions of the finance committee and External Auditors, relating to the 2008 FY, in accordance with the report of the Administration, the balance sheet and corresponding explanatory notes | | Management | | | | |
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II. | | Approve the destination of the YE results of 2008 | | Management | | | | |
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III. | | Elect the Members of the Finance Committee | | Management | | | | |
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COMPAGNIE GENERALE DE GEOPHYSIQUE - VERITAS, MASSY |
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Security | | F2349S108 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 29-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000120164 | | Agenda | | 701904357 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | “French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative” | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN AMENDMENT TO MEETING ID 547246 DUE TO ADDITION OF RESOLUTIONS. ALL VOTES RECEIVED ON THE PREVIOUS MEETING WILL BE DISREGARDED AND YOU WILL NEED TO REINSTRUCT ON THIS MEETING NOTICE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve the Company’s financial statements for the YE in 2008, as presented, showing a loss of EUR 100,564,482.76 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Approve to record the loss for the year of EUR 100,564,482.76 as a deficit in retained earnings; following this appropriation, the retained earnings account will show a new debit balance of EUR 103,041,697.06; accordance with the regulations in force, the shareholders’ meeting recalls that no dividend was paid for the previous 3 FY | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve the consolidated financial statements for the said FY, in the form presented to the meeting, a net consolidated income of EUR 340,000,000.00 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Approve to renew the appointment of Mr. Yves Lesage as a Director for a 4 year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.5 | | Appoint Mr. Anders Farestveit as a Director for a 4 year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.6 | | Approve to award total annual fees of EUR 640,000.00 to the Directors | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.7 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to trade in the Company’s shares on the stock market, subject to the conditions described below: maximum purchase price: EUR 40.00, maximum number of shares to be acquired: 10% of the share capital, IE 14,976,235 shares, maximum funds invested in the share buybacks: EUR 599,049,400; [Authority is given for a 18 month period]; the number of shares acquired by the Company with a view to the retention or their subsequent delivery in payment or exchange as part of a merger, divestment or capital contribution cannot exceed 5% of its capital, to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities, this authorization supersedes the amounts unused of the authorization granted by the shareholder’s meeting of 29 APR 2008 in its Resolution 7 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.8 | | Approve, the special report of the Auditors on agreements governed by Article L.225.38 of the French Commercial Code, the said report and the agreements referred to therein | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.9 | | Approve, in accordance with the Articles L.225-38 and L.25-42-1 of the French Commercial Code, the regulated agreement between the Company and Mr. Robert Brunck, the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Company as mentioned in said report and regarding: the special breach indemnity to be paid when Mr. Robert Brunch’s contract of employment is broken, in the frame of a constraint departure linked to a modification of control or strategy; the total amount of the special breach indemnity can not exceed the limit of 200% of the reference’s annual remuneration; the possibility to exercise forward the options giving right to subscribe shares held by Mr. Robert Brunck, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Company when his contract of employment is broken in the frame of a constraint departure | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.10 | | Approve, in accordance with the Articles L.225-38 and L.25-42-1 of the French Commercial Code, the regulated agreement between the Company and Mr. Thierry Le Roux, Executive Vice President of the Company as mentioned in said report and regarding: the special breach indemnity to be paid when Mr. Thierry Le Roux’s contract of employment is broken, in the frame of a constraint departure linked to a modification of control or strategy; the total amount of the special breach indemnity can not exceed the limit of 200% of the reference’s annual remuneration; the possibility to exercise forward the options giving right to subscribe shares held by Mr. Thierry Le Roux, Executive Vice President when his contract of employment is broken in the frame of a constraint departure | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.11 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the capital, on 1 or more occasions, in France or abroad, by issuance, with preferred subscription rights maintained, of shares or any securities giving access to the share capital; [Authority is granted for a 26-period]; the global nominal amount of the capital increases to be carried out under this delegation of authority shall not exceed EUR 30,000,000,.00 I.E. 75,000,000 ordinary new shares; the nominal amount of debt securities issued shall not exceed EUR 600,000,000.00; to charge the share issuance costs against the related premiums and deduct from the premiums the amounts necessary to raise the legal reserve to one tenth of the new capital after each increase; this authorization on supersedes the authorization granted by the shareholders’ meeting of 24 APR 2008 in its Resolution 11 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.12 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the capital, on 1 or more occasions, in France or abroad, by a maximum nominal amount of EUR 9,000,000.00 I.E. 22,500,000 shares by issuance, without preferred subscription right, of shares or securities giving access to the share capital; these securities may be issued in consideration for securities tendered in a public exchange offer initiated the Company; this amount of capital increase to be carried out shall count against the overall value set forth in Resolution 11; [Authority is granted for a 26-month period]; to charge the share issuance costs against the related premiums and deduct from the premiums the amounts necessary to raise the legal reserve to one tenth of the new capital after each increase; this authorization on supersedes the authorization granted by the shareholders’ meeting of 29 APR 2008 in its Resolution 12 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.13 | | Authorize the Board of Directors, for each of the issues decided in the Resolution 12, when the preferential subscription right is cancelled, to set the issue price up to a limit of 10% of the amount of capita increase shall count against the ceiling set forth in Resolution 12 and the overall value set forth in Resolution 11; [Authority is given for a 26-month period]; this delegation supersedes this authorization granted by the shareholders’ meeting of 29 APR 2008 in its Resolution 13 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.14 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the number of securities to be issued for each of the issues decided in Resolution 11 and 12, at the same price as the initial issue, within 30 days of the closing of the subscription period and up to a maximum of 15% of the initial issue; [Authority is granted for a 26- month period]; this delegation supersedes authorization granted by the shareholder’s meeting of 29 APR 2008 in its Resolution 14 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.15 | | Authorize the Board of Directors in order to increase the share capital, in 1 or more occasions, by a maximum nominal amount of EUR 10,000,000.00 by way of capitalizing reserves, profits, premiums, by issuing bonus shares or raising the par value of existing shares; this amount shall count against the overall value set forth in Resolution 11; [Authority is given for a 26-month period]; this delegation supersedes the authorization granted by the shareholder’s meeting of 29 APR 2008 in its Resolution 15 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.16 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital, up to 10% of the share capital, in consideration for the contributions in kind granted to the Company and comprised of capital securities giving access to share capital; the amount to capital increases which may be carried out shall count forth in Resolution 12; [Authority is granted for a 26-month period]; and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; this delegation supersedes the authorization granted by the shareholder’s meeting of 29 APR 2008 in its Resolution 16 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.17 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital, on 1 or more occasions, at its sole discretion, in favor of employees’ Company of the French or Foreign Companies and related Companies who are Members of a Company savings Plan; [Authority is given for a 26-month period] and for a nominal amount that shall not exceed EUR 2,500,000.00 this amount shall count against the overall value set forth in Resolution 11; and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities, this authorization supersedes the authorization granted by the shareholder’s meeting of 29 APR 2008 in its Resolution 17 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.18 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to reduce the share capital, one 1 or more occasions, by canceling all or part of the shares held by the Company in connection with a Stock Repurchase Plan, up to a maximum of 10% of the share capital over a 24-month period; [Authority is given for a 18-month period]; and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; this authorization supersedes the authorization granted by the shareholder’s meeting of 29 APR 2008 in its Resolution 20 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.19 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to issuel, on 1 or more occasions, in France or abroad, up to maximum amount of EUR 600,000,000.00, securities given right to the allocation of debt securities; this amount shall count against the overall value set forth in Resolution 11; [Authority is granted for a 26-month period]; this authorization supersedes the authorization granted by the shareholder’s meeting of 29 APR 2008 in its Resolution 22 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.20 | | Grant full powers to the bearer of an original, a copy or extract of the minutes of this meeting to carry out all filings, publications and other formalities prescribed By Law | | Management | | For | | For |
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A. | | Approve the resolutions on the allocation of free shares and stock options for the Employees and Corporate Managers will have a validity of 1 year | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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B. | | Approve to distribute more precise information in regards to shares and stock options proposed for the allocation to employees and some corporate managers, as well as for the total amount allocated to specific beneficiaries | | Management | | For | | For |
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TCF FINANCIAL CORPORATION |
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Security | | 872275102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | TCB | | Meeting Date | | 29-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US8722751026 | | Agenda | | 933010807 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 WILLIAM F. BIEBER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 THEODORE J. BIGOS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 WILLIAM A. COOPER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 THOMAS A. CUSICK | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 GREGORY J. PULLES | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 GERALD A. SCHWALBACH | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 DOUGLAS A. SCOVANNER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 BARRY N. WINSLOW | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RE-APPROVE THE TCF PERFORMANCE BASED COMPENSATION POLICY | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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03 | | APPROVE AN INCREASE IN AUTHORIZED SHARES UNDER THE TCF FINANCIAL INCENTIVE STOCK PROGRAM | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | RE-APPROVE THE PERFORMANCE BASED GOALS UNDER THE TCF FINANCIAL INCENTIVE STOCK PROGRAM | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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05 | | APPROVE, IN AN ADVISORY (NON-BINDING) VOTE, THE COMPENSATION OF EXECUTIVES DISCLOSED IN THE PROXY STATEMENT | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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06 | | ADVISORY VOTE ON THE APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS FOR 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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BROWN & BROWN, INC. |
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Security | | 115236101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | BRO | | Meeting Date | | 29-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US1152361010 | | Agenda | | 933013764 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 J. HYATT BROWN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 SAMUEL P. BELL, III | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 HUGH M. BROWN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 J. POWELL BROWN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 BRADLEY CURREY, JR. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 JIM W. HENDERSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 THEODORE J. HOEPNER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 TONI JENNINGS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 WENDELL S. REILLY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 10 JOHN R. RIEDMAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 11 JAN E. SMITH | | | | For | | For |
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| | 12 CHILTON D. VARNER | | | | For | | For |
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2 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE, LLP AS BROWN & BROWN, INC.’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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CEPHEID |
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Security | | 15670R107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | CPHD | | Meeting Date | | 29-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US15670R1077 | | Agenda | | 933014285 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 JOHN L. BISHOP | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 THOMAS D. BROWN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 DEAN O. MORTON | | | | For | | For |
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2 | | TO AMEND CEPHEID’S 2000 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF SHARES AVAILABLE THEREUNDER. | | Management | | For | | For |
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3 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM OF CEPHEID FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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THE MCGRAW-HILL COMPANIES, INC. |
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Security | | 580645109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | MHP | | Meeting Date | | 29-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US5806451093 | | Agenda | | 933015174 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 SIR MICHAEL RAKE | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 2 KURT L. SCHMOKE | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 3 SIDNEY TAUREL | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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02 | | VOTE TO REAPPROVE PERFORMANCE GOALS UNDER OUR 2002 STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | VOTE TO RATIFY ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REQUESTING ELECTION OF EACH DIRECTOR ANNUALLY. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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05 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REQUESTING ADOPTION OF SIMPLE MAJORITY VOTE. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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06 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REQUESTING PUBLIC DISCLOSURE OF CORPORATE POLICIES AND PROCEDURES REGARDING POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS AND THE AMOUNT OF SUCH CONTRIBUTIONS. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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07 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REQUESTING ELECTION OF DIRECTORS BY MAJORITY VOTE. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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08 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REQUESTING ADOPTION OF POLICY REQUIRING CHAIRMAN TO BE INDEPENDENT DIRECTOR WHO HAS NOT PREVIOUSLY SERVED AS AN EXECUTIVE OFFICER OF THE COMPANY. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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NORBORD INC. |
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Security | | 65548P106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual and Special Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | NBDFF | | Meeting Date | | 29-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | CA65548P1062 | | Agenda | | 933022080 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 JACK L. COCKWELL | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 2 DIAN N. COHEN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 PIERRE DUPUIS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 GORDON E. FORWARD | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 DOMINIC GAMMIERO | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 6 ROBERT J. HARDING | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 7 NEVILLE W. KIRCHMANN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 MARGOT E. NORTHEY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 J. BARRIE SHINETON | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | THE APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS AUDITORS OF THE CORPORATION AND AUTHORIZING THE DIRECTORS TO FIX THEIR REMUNERATION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | AN ORDINARY RESOLUTION APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE NORBORD INC. STOCK OPTION PLAN TO INCREASE THE MAXIMUM NUMBER OF COMMON SHARES THAT MAY BE ISSUED THEREUNDER FROM 10 MILLION TO 20 MILLION. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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04 | | A SPECIAL RESOLUTION APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CORPORATION’S RESTATED ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION TO CONSOLIDATE ITS ISSUED AND OUTSTANDING COMMON SHARES ON THE BASIS OF ONE POST-CONSOLIDATED COMMON SHARE FOR EACH 10 PRE- CONSOLIDATED COMMON SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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EMBRAER-EMPRESA BRASILEIRA |
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Security | | 29081M102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ERJ | | Meeting Date | | 29-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US29081M1027 | | Agenda | | 933050596 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | EXAMINE, DISCUSS AND VOTE FOR THE APPROVAL OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS PRESENTED BY THE MANAGEMENT IN CONNECTION WITH THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED IN DECEMBER 31, 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | ALLOCATION OF NET PROFITS RECORDED IN THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | ELECTION OF THE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS FOR THE PERIOD OF 2009/2011 AND THE NOMINATION OF ITS CHAIRMAN AND VICE CHAIRMAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | ELECTION OF THE MEMBERS OF THE FISCAL BOARD FOR THE PERIOD OF 2009/2010 AND DESIGNATION OF ITS CHAIRMAN, VICE CHAIRMAN AND FINANCIAL EXPERT | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | SETTING OF THE ANNUAL AMOUNT FOR DISTRIBUTION AMONG THE MANAGEMENT (EXECUTIVE OFFICERS, DIRECTORS AND MEMBERS OF THE COMMITTEES OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS) OF THE COMPANY | | Management | | For | | For |
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06 | | SET THE COMPENSATION OF THE MEMBERS OF THE FISCAL BOARD | | Management | | For | | For |
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ASTRAZENECA PLC, LONDON |
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Security | | G0593M107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 30-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | GB0009895292 | | Agenda | | 701834839 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT SHAREHOLDERS ARE ALLOWED TO VOTE “IN FAVOR” OR “AGAINST” FOR BELOW RESOLUTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Receive the Company’s accounts and the reports of the Directors and the Auditor for the YE 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve to confirm the first interim dividend of USD 0.55 [27.8 pence, 3.34 SEK] per ordinary share and confirm the final dividend for 2008, the second interim dividend of USD 1.50 [104.8 pence, SEK 12.02] per ordinary share | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Re-appoint KPMG Audit Plc, London as the Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Authorize the Directors to agree the remuneration of the Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.A | | Elect Mr. Louis Schweitzer as a Director in accordance with Article 65 of the Company’s Articles of Association, who will retire at the AGM in 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.B | | Elect Mr. David Brennan as a Director in accordance with Article 65 of the Company’s Articles of Association, who will retire at the AGM in 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.C | | Elect Mr. Simon Lowth as a Director in accordance with Article 65 of the Company’s Articles of Association, who will retire at the AGM in 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.D | | Elect Mr. Bo Angelin as a Director in accordance with Article 65 of the Company’s Articles of Association, who will retire at the AGM in 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.E | | Elect Mr. John Buchanan as a Director in accordance with Article 65 of the Company’s Articles of Association, who will retire at the AGM in 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.F | | Elect Mr. Jean Philippe Courtois as a Director in accordance with Article 65 of the Company’s Articles of Association, who will retire at the AGM in 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.G | | Elect Mr. Jane Henney as a Director in accordance with Article 65 of the Company’s Articles of Association, who will retire at the AGM in 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.H | | Elect Mr. Michele Hooper as a Director in accordance with Article 65 of the Company’s Articles of Association, who will retire at the AGM in 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.I | | Elect Mr. Rudy Markham as a Director in accordance with Article 65 of the Company’s Articles of Association, who will retire at the AGM in 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.J | | Elect Ms. Dame Nancy Rothwell as a Director in accordance with Article 65 of the Company’s Articles of Association, who will retire at the AGM in 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.K | | Elect Ms. John Varley as a Director in accordance with Article 65 of the Company’s Articles of Association, who will retire at the AGM in 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.L | | Elect Mr. Marcus Wallenberg as a Director in accordance with Article 65 of the Company’s Articles of Association, who will retire at the AGM in 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Approve the Directors’ remuneration report for the YE 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Authorize the Company and make donations to Political Parties to make donations to Political Organizations other than political parties; and incur political expenditure during the period commencing on the date of this resolution and ending on the date the of the Company’s AGM, provided that in each case any such donation and expenditure made by the Company or by any such subsidiary shall not exceed USD 250,000 per Company and together with those made by any subsidiary and the Company shall not exceed in aggregate USD 250,000, as specified | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Authorize the Director to allot new shares by Article 7.1 of the Company’s Article of Association renewed by the period commencing on the date of the AGM of the Company in 2010 or, if earlier, on 30 JUN 2010, and such period the Section 80 amount shall be USD 120,636,176 | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.9 | | To Authorise the directors to disapply pre-emption rights. | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.10 | | Authorize the Company for the purpose of Section 166 of the Companies Act 1985, to make market purchases [Section 163 of the Companies Act 1985] of ordinary shares of USD 0.25 each in the capital of the Company provided that: the maximum number of shares which may be purchased is 144,763,412 the minimum price [exclusive of expenses] which may be paid for share is USD 0.25 the maximum price which may be paid for a share is an amount equal to 105% of the average of the middle market values of the Company’s ordinary shares as derived from the daily official list of the London Stock Exchange for the 5 business days immediately preceding the day on which such share is contracted to be purchased [authority expires the earlier of the conclusion of the AGM of the Company in 2010 or 30 JUN 2010]; except in relation to the purchase of shares the contract for which was concluded before the expiry of such authority and which might be executed wholly or partly after such expiry | | Management | | For | | For |
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AXA SA, PARIS |
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Security | | F06106102 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 30-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000120628 | | Agenda | | 701870710 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN AMENDMENT TO MEETING ID 504193 DUE TO ADDITION OF RESOLUTIONS. ALL VOTES RECEIVED ON THE PREVIOUS MEETING WILL BE DISREGARDED AND YOU WILL NEED TO REINSTRUCT ON THIS MEETING NOTICE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve the financial statements and statutory reports | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Approve to accept the consolidated financial statements and statutory reports | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve the allocation of income and dividends of EUR 0.40 per share | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Approve the Auditors’ special report regarding related-party transactions | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Re-elect Mr. Jacques de Chateauvieux as the Supervisory Board Member | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.6 | | Re-elect Mr. Anthony Hamilton as a Supervisory Board Member | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.7 | | Re-elect Mr. Michel Pebereau as a Supervisory Board Member | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.8 | | Re-elect Mr. Dominique Reiniche as a Supervisory Board Member | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.9 | | Elect Mr. Ramon de Oliveira as a Supervisory Board Member | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.10 | | Grant authority to the repurchase of up to 10% of issued share capital | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.11 | | Grant authority to the capitalization of reserves of up to EUR 1 billion for bonus issue or increase in par value | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.12 | | Grant authority to the issuance of equity or equity-linked securities with preemptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 2 billion | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.13 | | Grant authority to the issuance of equity or equity-linked securities without preemptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 1 billion | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.14 | | Authorize the Board to set issue price for 10% of issued capital pursuant to issue authority without preemptive rights | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.15 | | Authorize the Board to increase capital in the event of additional demand related to delegation submitted to shareholder vote items 12 to 14 and 16 to 18 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.16 | | Grant authority to the capital increase of up to EUR 1 billion for future exchange offers | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.17 | | Grant authority to the capital increase of up to 10% of issued capital for future acquisitions | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.18 | | Grant authority to the issuance of equity upon conversion of a subsidiary’s equity-linked securities for up to EUR 1 billion | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.19 | | Approve the issuance of securities convertible into debt | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.20 | | Approve the Employee Stock Purchase Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.21 | | Approve the Stock Purchase Plan reserved for employees of international subsidiaries | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.22 | | Approve the reduction in share capital via cancellation of repurchased shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.23 | | Grant authority to the issuance of preferred stock in favor of Axa Assurances IARD Mutuelle and Axa Assurances Vie Mutuelle for up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 1 billion | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.24 | | Grant authority to the issuance of preferred stock with preemptive rights for up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 1 billion | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.25 | | Grant authority to the issuance of preferred stock without preemptive rights for up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 1 billion | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.26 | | Adopt the new Articles of Association, pursuant to items 23 through 25 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.27 | | Grant authority to the filing of required documents/other formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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REDECARD S A |
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Security | | P79941103 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 30-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | BRRDCDACNOR3 | | Agenda | | 701908381 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | IMPORTANT MARKET PROCESSING REQUIREMENT: A BENEFICIAL OWNER SIGNED POWER OF ATTORNEY (POA) IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO LODGE AND EXECUTE YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MARKET. ABSENCE OF A POA, MAY CAUSE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS TO BE REJECTED. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT VOTES ‘IN FAVOR’ AND ‘AGAINST’ IN THE SAME AGENDA ITEM ARE NOT ALLOWED. ONLY VOTES IN FAVOR AND/OR ABSTAIN OR AGAINST AND/OR ABSTAIN ARE ALLOWED. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Amend the Articles regarding creation of statutory Earnings reserve | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Amend the Articles regarding the require that financial transactions be approved by Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Amend the Articles 3, 6, 7, 8, 9, 11, 12, 13,14, 16, 22 and 30 | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Amend the Articles regarding the Executive Officer Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Approve to delete Sub-Section 5 of Article 27, Article 31, and Article 43 | | Management | | For | | For |
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JANUS CAPITAL GROUP INC. |
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Security | | 47102X105 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | JNS | | Meeting Date | | 30-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US47102X1054 | | Agenda | | 933011063 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: STEVEN L. SCHEID (CHAIRMAN) | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: TIMOTHY K. ARMOUR | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: J. RICHARD FREDERICKS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LAWRENCE E. KOCHARD | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LANDON H. ROWLAND | | Management | | For | | For |
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2 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS INDEPENDENT AUDITOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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TORCHMARK CORPORATION |
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Security | | 891027104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | TMK | | Meeting Date | | 30-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US8910271043 | | Agenda | | 933016241 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 DAVID L. BOREN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 M. JANE BUCHAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 ROBERT W. INGRAM | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 PAUL J. ZUCCONI | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF AUDITORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | AMENDMENT OF BY-LAWS TO PROVIDE FOR MAJORITY VOTING FOR DIRECTORS AND ADVANCE NOTICE | | Management | | For | | For |
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J.B. HUNT TRANSPORT SERVICES, INC. |
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Security | | 445658107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | JBHT | | Meeting Date | | 30-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US4456581077 | | Agenda | | 933017445 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 SHARILYN S. GASAWAY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 COLEMAN H. PETERSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 JAMES L. ROBO | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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ASTRAZENECA PLC |
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Security | | 046353108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | AZN | | Meeting Date | | 30-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US0463531089 | | Agenda | | 933020593 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | TO RECEIVE THE COMPANY’S ACCOUNTS AND THE REPORTS OF THE DIRECTORS AND AUDITOR FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO CONFIRM DIVIDENDS | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO RE-APPOINT KPMG AUDIT PLC, LONDON AS AUDITOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | TO AUTHORISE THE DIRECTORS TO AGREE THE REMUNERATION OF THE AUDITOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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5A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LOUIS SCHWEITZER | | Management | | For | | For |
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5B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID BRENNAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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5C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: SIMON LOWTH | | Management | | For | | For |
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5D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: BO ANGELIN | | Management | | For | | For |
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5E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN BUCHANAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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5F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JEAN-PHILIPPE COURTOIS | | Management | | For | | For |
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5G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JANE HENNEY | | Management | | For | | For |
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5H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MICHELE HOOPER | | Management | | For | | For |
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5I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RUDY MARKHAM | | Management | | For | | For |
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5J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAME NANCY ROTHWELL | | Management | | For | | For |
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5K | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN VARLEY | | Management | | For | | For |
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5L | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MARCUS WALLENBERG | | Management | | For | | For |
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06 | | TO APPROVE THE DIRECTORS’ REMUNERATION REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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07 | | TO AUTHORISE LIMITED EU POLITICAL DONATIONS | | Management | | For | | For |
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08 | | TO AUTHORISE THE DIRECTORS TO ALLOT UNISSUED SHARES | | Management | | For | | For |
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09 | | TO AUTHORISE THE DIRECTORS TO DISAPPLY PRE- EMPTION RIGHTS | | Management | | For | | For |
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10 | | TO AUTHORISE THE COMPANY TO PURCHASE ITS OWN SHARES | | Management | | For | | For |
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CALGON CARBON CORPORATION |
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Security | | 129603106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | CCC | | Meeting Date | | 30-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US1296031065 | | Agenda | | 933032411 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 WILLIAM R. NEWLIN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 JOHN S. STANIK | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 WILLIAM J. LYONS | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS INDEPENDENT AUDITORS FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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GRUPO TELEVISA, S.A.B. |
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Security | | 40049J206 | | Meeting Type | | Special |
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Ticker Symbol | | TV | | Meeting Date | | 30-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US40049J2069 | | Agenda | | 933059366 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
I | | APPOINTMENT OR RATIFICATION, AS THE CASE MAY BE, OF THE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO BE APPOINTED AT THIS MEETING PURSUANT TO ARTICLES TWENTY SIXTH, TWENTY SEVENTH AND OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES OF THE CORPORATE BY-LAWS. | | Management | | For | | |
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II | | APPOINTMENT OF DELEGATES TO CARRY OUT AND FORMALIZE THE RESOLUTIONS ADOPTED AT THIS MEETING. | | Management | | For | | |
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GRUPO TELEVISA, S.A.B. |
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Security | | 40049J206 | | Meeting Type | | Special |
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Ticker Symbol | | TV | | Meeting Date | | 30-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US40049J2069 | | Agenda | | 933061373 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
S1 | | APPOINTMENT OR RATIFICATION, AS THE CASE MAY BE, OF THE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO BE APPOINTED AT THIS MEETING. | | Management | | | | |
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S2 | | APPOINTMENT OF DELEGATES TO CARRY OUT AND FORMALIZE THE RESOLUTIONS ADOPTED AT THIS MEETING. | | Management | | | | |
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O1 | | PRESENTATION AND, IN ITS CASE, APPROVAL OF THE REPORTS REFERRED TO IN ARTICLE 28, PARAGRAPH IV OF THE SECURITIES MARKET LAW. | | Management | | | | |
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O2 | | PRESENTATION OF THE REPORT REGARDING CERTAIN FISCAL OBLIGATIONS OF COMPANY, ALL AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE PROXY STATEMENT. | | Management | | | | |
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O3 | | RESOLUTION REGARDING THE ALLOCATION OF FINAL RESULTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED ON DECEMBER 31, 2008. | | Management | | | | |
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O4 | | RESOLUTION (I) AMOUNT MAY BE ALLOCATED TO REPURCHASE SHARES PURSUANT TO ARTICLE 56, (II) PRESENTATION OF REPORT ON POLICIES. | | Management | | | | |
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O5 | | APPOINTMENT OR RATIFICATION, OF THE MEMBERS THAT SHALL CONFORM BOARD, SECRETARY, ALTERNATIVE SECRETARIES AND OFFICERS. | | Management | | | | |
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O6 | | APPOINTMENT OR RATIFICATION, AS THE CASE MAY BE, OF MEMBERS THAT SHALL CONFORM THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE. | | Management | | | | |
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O7 | | APPOINTMENT OR RATIFICATION, AS THE CASE MAY BE, OF THE CHAIRMAN OF THE AUDIT COMMITTEE AND OF THE CHAIRMAN OF THE COMMITTEE. | | Management | | | | |
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O8 | | COMPENSATION TO MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS, OF EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE, ALL AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE PROXY STATEMENT. | | Management | | | | |
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O9 | | APPOINTMENT OF DELEGATES WHO WILL CARRY OUT AND FORMALIZE THE RESOLUTIONS ADOPTED AT THIS MEETING. | | Management | | | | |
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E1 | | RESOLUTION REGARDING THE CANCELLATION OF SHARES AND THE RESULTING DECREASE OF THE CAPITAL STOCK. | | Management | | | | |
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E2 | | APPOINTMENT OF DELEGATES WHO WILL CARRY OUT AND FORMALIZE THE RESOLUTIONS ADOPTED AT THIS MEETING. | | Management | | | | |
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ZIMMER HOLDINGS, INC. |
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Security | | 98956P102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ZMH | | Meeting Date | | 04-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US98956P1021 | | Agenda | | 933017091 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: BETSY J. BERNARD | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MARC N. CASPER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID C. DVORAK | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT A. HAGEMANN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ARTHUR J. HIGGINS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CECIL B. PICKETT, PH.D. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: AUGUSTUS A. WHITE, III, M.D., PH.D. | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF APPOINTMENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVAL OF THE 2009 STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | APPROVAL OF AN EXTENSION OF THE STOCK PLAN FOR NON-EMPLOYEE DIRECTORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | APPROVAL OF AN EXTENSION OF THE RESTATED DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN FOR NON-EMPLOYEE DIRECTORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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ABB LTD |
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Security | | 000375204 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ABB | | Meeting Date | | 05-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US0003752047 | | Agenda | | 933058059 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
2A | | APPROVAL OF THE ANNUAL REPORT, THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS, AND THE ANNUAL FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
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2B | | CONSULATIVE VOTE ON THE 2008 REMUNERATION REPORT. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | DISCHARGE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND THE PERSONS ENTRUSTED WITH MANAGEMENT. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | APPROPRIATION OF AVAILABLE EARNINGS AND RELEASE OF LEGAL RESERVES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | RENEWAL OF AUTHORIZED SHARE CAPITAL. | | Management | | For | | For |
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06 | | CAPITAL REDUCTION THROUGH NOMINAL VALUE REPAYMENT. | | Management | | For | | For |
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07 | | AMENDMENT TO THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION RELATED TO THE CAPITAL REDUCTION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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8A | | ELECTIONS TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTOR: HUBERTUS VON GRUNBERG, GERMAN, RE-ELECT AS DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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8B | | ELECTIONS TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTOR: ROGER AGNELLI, BRAZILIAN, RE-ELECT AS DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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8C | | ELECTIONS TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTOR: LOUIS R. HUGHES, AMERICAN, RE-ELECT AS DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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8D | | ELECTIONS TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTOR: HANS ULRICH MARKI, SWISS, RE-ELECT AS DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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8E | | ELECTIONS TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTOR: MICHEL DE ROSEN, FRENCH, RE-ELECT AS DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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8F | | ELECTIONS TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTOR: MICHAEL TRESCHOW, SWEDISH, RE-ELECT AS DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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8G | | ELECTIONS TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTOR: BERND W. VOSS, GERMAN, RE-ELECT AS DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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8H | | ELECTIONS TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTOR: JACOB WALLENBERG, SWEDISH, RE-ELECT AS DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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09 | | ELECTION OF THE AUDITORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.ON AKTIENGESELLSCHAFT EON, DUESSELDORF |
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Security | | D24914133 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 06-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | DE000ENAG999 | | Agenda | | 701852914 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | AS A CONDITION OF VOTING, GERMAN MARKET REGULATIONS REQUIRE THAT YOU DISCLOSE WHETHER YOU HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST IN THIS COMPANY. SHOULD EITHER BE THE CASE, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE SO THAT WE MAY LODGE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS ACCORDINGLY. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST, SUBMIT YOUR VOTE AS NORMAL. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THESE SHARES MAY BE BLOCKED DEPENDING ON SOME SUBCUSTODIANS’ PROCESSING IN THE MARKET. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE TO OBTAIN BLOCKING INFORMATION FOR YOUR ACCOUNTS. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Presentation of the financial statements and annual report for the 2008 FY with the report of the Supervisory Board, the group financial statements and group annual report, and the report pursuant to sect ions 289[4] and 315[4] of the German Commercial Code | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2. | | Resolution on the appropriation of the distribute profit of EUR 2,856,795,549 as follows: payment of a dividend of EUR 1.50 per no-par share ex-dividend and payable date: 05 MAY 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Ratification of the Acts of the Board of Managing Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Ratification of the Acts of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Election of Mr. Jens P. Heyerdahl D.Y. to the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.A | | Election of the auditor for the 2009 financial year as well as for the inspection of financial statements: PricewaterhouseCoopers Aktiengesellschaft Wirtschaftspruefungsgesellschaft, Duesseldorf, is appointed as the auditor for the annual as well as the consolidated financial statements for the 2009 financial year. | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.B | | Election of the auditor for the 2009 financial year as well as for the inspection of financial statements: in addition, PricewaterhouseCoopers Aktiengesellschaft Wirtschaftspruefungsgesellschaft, Duesseldorf, is appointed as the auditor for the inspection of the abbreviated financial statements and the interim management report for the first half of the 2009 financial year. | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Renewal of the authorization to acquire own shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Resolution on the creation of authorized capital and the corresponding amendment to the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
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9.A | | Resolution on the authorization to issue convertible and/or warrant bonds , profit-sharing rights and/or participating bonds, the creation of contingent capital, and the corresponding amendment to the Articles of Association a) authorization I: the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized, with the consent of the Supervisory Board, to issue bonds or profit-sharing rights of up to EUR 5,000,000,000, conferring convertible and/or option rights for shares of the Company, on or before 05 MAY 2014 shareholders shall be granted subscription except, for residual amounts, for the granting of such rights to other bondholders, and for the issue of bonds conferring convertible and/or option rights for shares of the company of up to 10% of the share capital if such bonds are issued at a price not materially below their theoretical market value shareholders’ subscription rights shall also be excluded for the issue of profit-sharing rights and/or participating bonds without convertible or option rights with debenture like features, the Company’s share capital shall be increased accordingly by up to EUR 175,000,000 through the issue of up to 175,000,000 new registered shares, insofar as convertible and/or option rights are exercised [contingent capital 2009 I] | | Management | | For | | For |
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9.B | | Resolution on the authorization to issue convertible and/or warrant bonds , profit-sharing rights and/or participating bonds, the creation of contingent capital, and the corresponding amendment to the Articles of Association b) authorization ii: the board of Managing Directors shall be authorized, with the consent of the Supervisory Board, to issue bonds or profit-sharing rights of up to EUR 5,000,000,000, conferring convertible and/or option rights for shares of the company, on or before 05 May 2014, shareholders shall be granted subscription except, for residual amounts, for the granting of such rights to other bondholders, and for the issue of bonds conferring convertible and/or option rights for shares of the company of up to 10 pct. of the share capital if such bonds are issued at a price not materially below their theoretical market value, shareholders’ subscription rights shall also be excluded for the issue of profit-sharing rights and/or participating bonds without convertible or option rights with debenture-like features, the Company’s share capital shall be increased accordingly by up to EUR 175,000,000 through the issue of up to 175,000,000 new registered shares, insofar as convertible and/or option rights are exercised [contingent capital 2009 II] | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Adjustment of the object of the Company and the corresponding amendment to the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
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11.A | | Amendments to the Articles of Association in accordance with the implementation of the shareholders’ rights act [ARUG] a) amendment to section 19[2]2 of the Articles of Association in respect of the Board of Directors being authorized to allow the audiovisual transmission of the shareholders’ meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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11.B | | Amendments to the Articles of Association in accordance with the implementation of the shareholders’ rights act [ARUG] b) amendment to section 20[1] of the Articles of Association in respect of proxy-voting instructions being issued in written or electronically in a manner defined by the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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11.C | | Amendments to the Articles of Association in accordance with the implementation of the shareholders’ rights act [ARUG] c) amendment to section 18[2] of the Articles of Association in respect of shareholders being entitled to participate and vote at the shareholders’ meeting if they register with the Company by the sixth day prior to the meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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12. | | Approval of the control and profit transfer agreement with the Company’s wholly-owned subsidiary, E.ON Einundzwanzigste Verwaltungs GMBH, effective until at least 31 DEC 2013 | | Management | | For | | For |
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13. | | Approval of the control and profit transfer agreement with the Company’s wholly-owned subsidiary, E.On Zweiundzwanzigste Verwaltungs Gmbh, effective until at least 31 DEC 2013 | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | COUNTER PROPOSALS HAVE BEEN RECEIVED FOR THIS MEETING. A LINK TO THE COUNTER PROPOSAL INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE IN THE MATERIAL URL SECTION OF THE APPLICATION. IF YOU WISH TO ACT ON THESE ITEMS, YOU WILL NEED TO REQUEST A MEETING ATTEND AND VOTE YOUR SHARES AT THE COMPANY’S MEETING. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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ONLINE RESOURCES CORPORATION |
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Security | | 68273G101 | | Meeting Type | | Contested-Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ORCC | | Meeting Date | | 06-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US68273G1013 | | Agenda | | 933004587 - Opposition |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 JOHN DORMAN | | | | For | | * |
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| | 2 EDWARD D. HOROWITZ | | | | For | | * |
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| | 3 BRUCE A. JAFFE | | | | Withheld | | * |
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02 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | * |
* | Management Position Unknown |
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ONLINE RESOURCES CORPORATION |
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Security | | 68273G101 | | Meeting Type | | Contested-Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ORCC | | Meeting Date | | 06-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US68273G1013 | | Agenda | | 933009551 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 MICHAEL H. HEATH | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 2 JANEY A. PLACE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 J. HEIDI ROIZEN | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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2 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS FOR THE COMPANY’S YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | |
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ONLINE RESOURCES CORPORATION |
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Security | | 68273G101 | | Meeting Type | | Contested-Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ORCC | | Meeting Date | | 06-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US68273G1013 | | Agenda | | 933016392 - Opposition |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 JOHN DORMAN | | | | For | | * |
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| | 2 EDWARD D. HOROWITZ | | | | For | | * |
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| | 3 BRUCE A. JAFFE | | | | For | | * |
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02 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | * |
* | Management Position Unknown |
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EMC CORPORATION |
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Security | | 268648102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | EMC | | Meeting Date | | 06-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US2686481027 | | Agenda | | 933017748 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MICHAEL W. BROWN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RANDOLPH L. COWEN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MICHAEL J. CRONIN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GAIL DEEGAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN R. EGAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: W. PAUL FITZGERALD | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: EDMUND F. KELLY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WINDLE B. PRIEM | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PAUL SAGAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID N. STROHM | | Management | | For | | For |
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1K | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOSEPH M. TUCCI | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY SELECTION BY AUDIT COMMITTEE OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS EMC’S INDEPENDENT AUDITORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO EMC’S EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN TO INCREASE SHARES AVAILABLE BY 30 MILLION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO EMC’S BYLAWS TO REDUCE THE PERCENTAGE OF SHARES REQUIRED FOR SHAREHOLDERS TO CALL A SPECIAL MEETING. | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | TO ACT UPON A SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL RELATING TO AN ADVISORY VOTE ON EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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IDEXX LABORATORIES, INC. |
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Security | | 45168D104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | IDXX | | Meeting Date | | 06-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US45168D1046 | | Agenda | | 933020101 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 WILLIAM T. END | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 BARRY C. JOHNSON, PHD | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 BRIAN P. MCKEON | | | | For | | For |
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2 | | ADOPTION OF THE IDEXX LABORATORIES, INC. 2009 STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN. TO APPROVE AND ADOPT THE 2009 STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN (PROPOSAL TWO); | | Management | | For | | For |
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3 | | AMENDMENT TO IDEXX LABORATORIES, INC. 1997 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN. TO APPROVE AND ADOPT A PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO OUR 1997 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF SHARES AUTHORIZED FOR ISSUANCE UNDER THE PLAN FROM 1,240,000 SHARES TO 1,590,000 SHARES (PROPOSAL THREE); | | Management | | For | | For |
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4 | | RATIFICATION OF APPOINTMENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. TO RATIFY THE SELECTION BY THE AUDIT COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE CURRENT FISCAL YEAR (PROPOSAL FOUR); AND | | Management | | For | | For |
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5 | | OTHER BUSINESS. TO CONDUCT SUCH OTHER BUSINESS AS MAY PROPERLY COME BEFORE THE ANNUAL MEETING. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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AMERICAN TOWER CORPORATION |
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Security | | 029912201 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | AMT | | Meeting Date | | 06-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US0299122012 | | Agenda | | 933022749 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RAYMOND P. DOLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RONALD M. DYKES | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CAROLYN F. KATZ | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GUSTAVO LARA CANTU | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOANN A. REED | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PAMELA D.A. REEVE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID E. SHARBUTT | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JAMES D. TAICLET, JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: SAMME L. THOMPSON | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE SELECTION OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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ADIDAS AG |
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Security | | D0066B102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 07-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | DE0005003404 | | Agenda | | 701853132 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | AS A CONDITION OF VOTING, GERMAN MARKET REGULATIONS REQUIRE THAT YOU DISCLOSE WHETHER YOU HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST IN THIS COMPANY. SHOULD EITHER BE THE CASE, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE SO THAT WE MAY LODGE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS ACCORDINGLY. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST, SUBMIT YOUR VOTE AS NORMAL. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THE TRUE RECORD DATE FOR THIS MEETING IS 16 APR 2009, WHEREAS THE MEETING HAS BEEN SETUP USING THE ACTUAL RECORD DATE - 1 BUSINESS DAY. THIS IS DONE TO ENSURE THAT ALL POSITIONS REPORTED ARE IN CONCURRENCE WITH THE GERMAN LAW. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Presentation of the financial statements and annual report for the 2008 FY with the report of the Supervisory Board, the Group financial statements and Group annual report, and the report pursuant to Sections 289(4) and 315(4) of the German Commercial Code | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2. | | Resolution on the appropriation of the distribution profit of EUR 237,409,047.08 as follows: payment of a dividend of EUR 0.50 per no par share EUR 140,651,291.08 shall be carried forward Ex-dividend and payable date: 08 MAY 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Ratification of the acts of the Board of Managing Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Ratification of the acts of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.1. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Dr. Stefan Jentzsch | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.2. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Mr. Igor Landau | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.3. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Mr. Willi Schwerdtle | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.4. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Mr. Christian Tourres | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.5. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Mr. Herbert Kauffmann | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.6. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Mr. Alexander Popow | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Amendment to Section 21(2) of the Articles of Association in accordance with the implementation of the Shareholders Rights Act (ARUG) in respect of proxy voting instructions being issued in writing or via fax | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Amendments to Section 22 of the Articles of Association in respect of the Chairman of the shareholders meeting shall be authorized to limit share holder questions and remarks to a reasonable amount of time | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Resolution on the creation of new authorized capital and the corresponding amendment to the Articles of association, the existing authorization to increase the share capital by up to EUR 64,062,500 shall be revoked, the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized, with the consent of the Supervisory Board, to increase the share capital by up to EUR 50,000,000 through the issue of new shares against cash payment, during a period of 5 years [authorized capital 2009/I], shareholders subscription rights may be excluded for residual amounts | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Resolution on the creation of new authorized capital and the corresponding amendment to the Articles of Association, the existing authorization to increase the share capital by up to EUR 12,000,000 shall be revoked, the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized, with the consent of the Supervisory Board, to increase the share capital by up to EUR 25,000,000 through the issue of new shares against payment in kind, during a period of 3 years [authorized capital 200 9/II], the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized to decide upon the exclusion of shareholders subscription rights | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Renewal of the authorization to acquire own shares the Company shall be authorized to acquire own shares of up to 10% of its share capital, through the stock exchange at a price not differing more than 10% from the market price of the shares or by way of public repurchase offer at a price neither more than 10% above, nor more than 20% below, the market price of the shares, on or before 06 NOV 2010, the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized to offer the shares on the stock exchange or to all shareholders, to dispose of the shares in a manner other than the stock exchange or rights offering if the shares are sold at a price not materially below their market price, to use the shares in connection with mergers or the acquisition of tangible or intangible assets, to use the shares for satisfying option and conversion rights or within the scope of the Company’s stock option plan, and to ret ire the shares, furthermore, the Company shall also be authorized to use the shares for remuneration purposes | | Management | | For | | For |
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11. | | Authorization to acquire own shares by using derivatives in connection with item 10, the Company shall also be authorized to acquire own shares by using derivatives at a price neither more than 10% above, nor more than 20% below, the market price of the shares, the authorization shall be limited to up to 5% of the share capital | | Management | | For | | For |
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12. | | Appointment of the Auditors, audit of the financial statements for the 2009 FY: KPMG AG, Frankfurt, review of the interim financial statements for the first half of the 2009 FY: KPMG AG, Frankfurt | | Management | | For | | For |
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AAREAL BANK AG, WIESBADEN |
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Security | | D00379111 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 07-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | DE0005408116 | | Agenda | | 701869173 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | AS A CONDITION OF VOTING, GERMAN MARKET REGULATIONS REQUIRE THAT YOU DISCLOSE WHETHER YOU HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST IN THIS COMPANY. SHOULD EITHER BE THE CASE, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE SO THAT WE MAY LODGE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS ACCORDINGLY. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST, SUBMIT YOUR VOTE AS NORMAL. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THE TRUE RECORD DATE FOR THIS MEETING IS 16 APR 2009, WHEREAS THE MEETING HAS BEEN SETUP USING THE ACTUAL RECORD DATE - 1 BUSINESS DAY. THIS IS DONE TO ENSURE THAT ALL POSITIONS REPORTED ARE IN CONCURRENCE WITH THE GERMAN LAW. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Presentation of the financial statements and annual report for the 2008 FY with the report of the Supervisory Board, the group financial statements, the group annual report and the reports pursuant to Sections 289(4) and 315(4) of the German Commercial Code | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2. | | Resolution of the appropriation of the distributable profit of EUR 4,000,000 as follows: EUR 4,000,000 shall be allocated to the other revenue reserves | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Ratification of the acts of the Board of the Managing Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Ratification of the acts of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Appointment of the Auditors for the 2009 FY: PricewaterhouseCoopers AG, Frankfurt | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Renewal of the authorization to acquire own shares for trading purposes the Company shall be authorized to acquired own shares, at a price not deviating more than 10% from the market price of the shares, on or before 06 NOV 2010; the trading portfolio of shares acquired for such purpose shall not exceed 5% of the share capital at the end of any given day | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Renewal of the authorization to acquire own shares the Company shall be authorized to acquire own shares of up to 10% of its share capital, at prices not deviating more than 10% from the market price of the shares, on or before 06 NOV 2010; the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized to sell the shares on the Stock Exchange or to offer them to all shareholders, to dispose of the shares in a manner other than the Stock Exchange or an offer to all shareholders if the shares are sold at a price not materially below their market price, to use the shares in connection with mergers and acquisitions or for satisfying conversion or option rights, to offer the shares to holders of conversion or rights and to retire the shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Amendment to Section 9(5) of the Articles of Association, as follows: each member of the Supervisory Board shall receive a fixed annual remuneration of EUR 20,000, the Chairman shall receive twice, and the Deputy Chairman 1 and a half times, this amount; furthermore, each Committee Member [except members of the nomination committee and the urgency Committee] shall receive an additional fixed annual remuneration of EUR 10,000; Committee Chairmen EUR 20,000 | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Amendment to Section 18(1)3 of the Article of Association in respect of the increase of share capital against contributions requiring a majority of not less than three fourths of the share capital represented at the passing of the resolution | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Amendments to the Articles of Association in accordance with the Law on the implementation of the shareholder Rights Directive [ARUG], as follows: Section 15(1), in respect of the convocation of the shareholders meeting being published pursuant to the statutory regulations Section 15(2), in respect of shareholders being entitled to participate and vote at the shareholders meeting if they register with the Company by the sixth day prior to the meeting and provide evidence of their shareholding Section 15(3), in respect of the day of the shareholders meeting not being included in the calculation of the various deadlines for the shareholders meeting Section 16(2), in respect of proxy voting instructions being issued/withdrawn in written form Section 19(2), in respect of the Board of Managing Directors being authorized to allow the audiovisual transmission of the shareholders meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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PPR SA, PARIS |
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Security | | F7440G127 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 07-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000121485 | | Agenda | | 701876875 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | “French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative” | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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o.1 | | Receive the reports of the Board of Directors, the Chairman of the Board of Director and the Auditors, approve the Company’s financial statements for the YE 2008, as presented | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Receive the reports of the Board of Directors and the Auditors; approve the consolidated financial statements for the said FY, in the form presented to the meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve the Company’s financial statements as presented, showing: net earnings of EUR 76,521,207.80 increased by the previous retained earning of EUR 1,624,687,687.06 i.e a distributable profit balance of EUR 1,701,208,894.96 and resolve to appropriate the distributable earnings as specified: to the legal reserve: EUR 0.00, to the dividends: EUR 417,632,744.10, to the retained earnings: EUR 1,283,576,150.76; receive a net dividend of EUR 3.30 per share and will entitle to the 40% deduction provided by the French General Tax Code, the dividend will be paid on 14 MAY 2009, the amount of the unpaid dividend on shares held by the Company shall be allocated to the retained earnings account as required by Law, it is reminded that, for the last 3 financial years, the dividends paid, were as specified: EUR 2.72, distributed in 2006 and entitled to the 40% deduction, EUR 3.00, distributed in 2007 and entitled to the 10% deduction EUR 3.45, distributed in 2008 and entitled to the 40% deduction | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Approve the award total annual fees of EUR 66,000.00 to the Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to trade in the Company’s shares on the stock market, subject to the conditions specified: maximum purchase price: EUR 125.00, maximum number of shares to be acquired: 10% of the share capital, i.e. 12,655,537 shares, maximum funds invested in the share buybacks: EUR 1,581,942,125.00, the number of shares acquired by the Company with a view to their retention or their subsequent delivery in payment or exchange as part of a merger, divestment or capital contribution cannot exceed 5% of its capital, to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; [Authority expires after 18 month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders meeting of 09 JAN 2008 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.6 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to reduce the share capital, on one or more occasions and at its sole discretion, by canceling all or part of the shares held by the Company in connection with Article L.225-2 of the French Commercial Code, up too a maximum of 10% of the share capital over a 24 month period and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; [Authority is given for a 26 month period]; it supercedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders’ meeting of 14 MAY 2007 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.7 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase on one or more occasions, in France or abroad, the share capital, by issuance with the shareholder’ preferred subscription rights maintained, of shares and, or any securities giving access to capital securities and, or securities giving right to the allocation of debt securities; the maximum nominal amount of capital increases to be carried out under this delegation of authority shall not exceed EUR 200,000.000.00 nominal amount of debt securities issued shall not exceed EUR 6,000,000,000.00 and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; [Authority is given for a 26 month period]; it supercedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders’ meeting of 14 MAY 2007 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.8 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase on one or more occasions, in France or abroad and, or upon the international market, by way of a public offer or by an offer governed by Article L.411-2 of the French monetary and financial market, the share capital, by issuance, with cancellation of the preferential subscription rights, of shares and, or any securities giving access to capital securities and, or securities giving right to the allocation of debt securities; the maximum nominal amount of capital increases to be carried our under this delegation of authority shall not exceed EUR 200,000,000.00 the nominal amount of Debt Securities issued shall not exceed 6,000,000,000.00 ; authorize the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; [Authority is given for a 26 month period]; it supercedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders’ meeting of 14 MAY 2007 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.9 | | Authorize the Board of Directors in order to increase the share capital, in one or more occasions and at its sole discretion, by way of capitalizing reserves, profits or issue premiums, by issuing bonus shares or raising the par value off existing shares, or by a combination of these methods; the amount of capital increase which may be carried accordingly with the present Resolution shall not exceed the overall amount of the sums which may be capitalized and shall not exceed the overall ceiling set fourth in Resolution 12; authorize the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; this delegation is given of a 26 month period; it supersedes the fraction unused of the delegation grated by the shareholders’ meeting of 14 MAY 2007 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.10 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to set for the issues carried out in accordance with Resolution 8, the issue price of the shares or securities giving access to the capital, accordingly with the terms and conditions determined by the shareholders’ meeting, within the limit of 10% of the Company’s share capital per year, in the framework of a share capital increase by way of issuing shares with cancellation of the preferential subscription rights; this authorization is give for a 26-month period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.11 | | Authorize the Board of Director, according with the delegation granted to it virtue the of resolution 7, 8 and 10, to increase the number of securities to be issued in the event of a capital increase with or without preferential subscription right of shareholders at the same price as the initial issue, within 30 days of the closing of the subscription period and within the limit governed by the Article L 225-135-1 and R 225-118 of the French Commercial Code and within the limit set forth the number of securities | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.12 | | Approve that, the overall nominal amount pertaining to the capital increase to be carried out with the use of the delegation given by the resolutions 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11 shall not exceed EUR 200,0000,000,00 the issues of debt securities to be carried out with the use of the delegation given by the resolution 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11 shall not exceed EUR 6,000,000,000,00 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.13 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital with cancellation of the shareholders preferential subscription rights up to 10 % of the share capital [this ceiling of resolution 12 of present shareholders, meeting in consideration for the contribution in kind granted to the Company and comprised of capital securities or securities giving access to share capital this authorizations granted for a 26 month period the shareholders’ meeting delegates all powers to the Board of Director to takes all necessary measure and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.14 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital, on one or more occasions, at its sole discretion, by way of issuing shares or other securities giving access to the capital, in favour of employees and former employees of the Company and related Companies or groups, who are Members of a Company savings plan; authorization is given for a nominal amount that shall not exceed EUR 5,062, 215.00; the total number of shares which may be subscribed accordingly with the present resolution shall not exceed 1,265,553 shares; authorize the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; this authorization is given for a 26-month period; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders’ meeting of 14 MAY 2007 | | Management | | For | | For |
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e.15 | | Amend Article 10 of the bylaws related to the spreading renewal of the Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.16 | | Appoint Mr. Pierre Bellon as the Director for a 2-year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.17 | | Appoint Mr. Allan Chapin as the Director for a 2-year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.18 | | Appoint Mr. Luca Cordero as the Director for a 3-years period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.19 | | Appoint Mr. Philippe Lagayette as the Director for a 3-years period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.20 | | Appoint Mr. Francois-Henripinault as the Director for 4-years period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.21 | | Appoint Mrs. Patricia Barbizet as the Director for 4-years period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.22 | | Appoint Mr. Baudouin Prot as the Director for 4-years period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.23 | | Appoint Mr. Jean-Philippe Thierrry as the Director for 4-years period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.24 | | Appoint Mr. Aditya Mittal as the Director for 4-years period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.25 | | Appoint Mr. Jean-Francois Palus as the Director for 4-years period | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.26 | | Grant authority to the bearer of an original, a copy or extract of the minutes of this meeting to carry out all filings, publications and so others formalities prescribed by Law | | Management | | For | | For |
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RECKITT BENCKISER GROUP PLC |
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Security | | G74079107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 07-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | GB00B24CGK77 | | Agenda | | 701878095 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Adopt the 2008 report and the financial statements | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the Directors’ remuneration report | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Declare a final dividend | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Re-elect Mr. Adrian Bellamy [Member of the remuneration committee] as a Director | | Management | | Abstain | | Against |
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5. | | Re-elect Dr. Peter Harf as a Director | | Management | | Abstain | | Against |
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6. | | Elect Mr. Andre Lacroix [Member of Audit Committee] as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Re-appoint PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as the Auditors of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Authorize the Board to determine the Auditors’ remuneration | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Grant authority to issue of equity or equity-linked securities with the pre-emptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of GBP 23,662,000 | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.10 | | Grant authority, subject to the passing of Resolution 9, to issue of equity or equity-linked securities without the pre-emptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of GBP 3,611,000 | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.10 | | Grant authority to market purchase 72,000,000 ordinary shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.12 | | Approve that a general meeting other than an AGM may be called on not less than 14 clear days’ notice | | Management | | For | | For |
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UNITED PARCEL SERVICE, INC. |
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Security | | 911312106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | UPS | | Meeting Date | | 07-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US9113121068 | | Agenda | | 933014007 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 F. DUANE ACKERMAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 MICHAEL J. BURNS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 D. SCOTT DAVIS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 STUART E. EIZENSTAT | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 MICHAEL L. ESKEW | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 WILLIAM R. JOHNSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 ANN M. LIVERMORE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 RUDY MARKHAM | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 JOHN W. THOMPSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 10 CAROL B. TOME | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS UPS’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVAL OF THE UNITED PARCEL SERVICE, INC. 2009 OMNIBUS INCENTIVE COMPENSATION PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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BEMIS COMPANY, INC. |
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Security | | 081437105 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | BMS | | Meeting Date | | 07-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US0814371052 | | Agenda | | 933016950 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 WILLIAM J. BOLTON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 BARBARA L. JOHNSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 PAUL S. PEERCY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 GENE C. WULF | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP, AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO ACT ON A PROPOSAL TO REAPPROVE THE BEMIS COMPANY, INC. 1997 EXECUTIVE OFFICER PERFORMANCE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | TO ACT ON A PROPOSAL TO AMEND THE BEMIS COMPANY, INC. 2007 STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | TO VOTE UPON A PROPOSAL SUBMITTED BY A SHAREHOLDER, IF PROPERLY PRESENTED AT THE MEETING. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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GOOGLE INC. |
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Security | | 38259P508 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | GOOG | | Meeting Date | | 07-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US38259P5089 | | Agenda | | 933017178 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 ERIC SCHMIDT | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 SERGEY BRIN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 LARRY PAGE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 L. JOHN DOERR | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 JOHN L. HENNESSY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 ARTHUR D. LEVINSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 ANN MATHER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 PAUL S. OTELLINI | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 K. RAM SHRIRAM | | | | For | | For |
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| | 10 SHIRLEY M. TILGHMAN | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS GOOGLE’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO GOOGLE’S 2004 STOCK PLAN TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF AUTHORIZED SHARES OF CLASS A COMMON STOCK ISSUABLE UNDER THE PLAN BY 8,500,000. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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04 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING POLITICAL CONTRIBUTION DISCLOSURE. | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING INTERNET CENSORSHIP. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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06 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING HEALTH CARE REFORM. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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TRACTOR SUPPLY COMPANY |
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Security | | 892356106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | TSCO | | Meeting Date | | 07-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US8923561067 | | Agenda | | 933023359 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 JAMES F. WRIGHT | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 JOHNSTON C. ADAMS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 WILLIAM BASS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 JACK C. BINGLEMAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 S.P. BRAUD | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 RICHARD W. FROST | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 CYNTHIA T. JAMISON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 GERARD E. JONES | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 GEORGE MACKENZIE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 10 EDNA K. MORRIS | | | | For | | For |
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2 | | TO APPROVE THE 2009 STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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3 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 26, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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SBA COMMUNICATIONS CORPORATION |
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Security | | 78388J106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | SBAC | | Meeting Date | | 07-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US78388J1060 | | Agenda | | 933024046 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 BRIAN C. CARR 2012 | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE 2009 FISCAL YEAR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | IN THEIR DISCRETION, TO TRANSACT SUCH OTHER BUSINESS AS MAY PROPERLY COME BEFORE THE MEETING AND ANY ADJOURNMENT OR POSTPONEMENT. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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MYLAN INC. |
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Security | | 628530107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | MYL | | Meeting Date | | 07-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US6285301072 | | Agenda | | 933035354 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 MILAN PUSKAR | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 ROBERT J. COURY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 WENDY CAMERON | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 4 NEIL DIMICK, C.P.A. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 DOUG LEECH, C.P.A. | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 6 JOSEPH C. MAROON, MD | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 7 RODNEY L. PIATT, C.P.A. | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 8 C.B. TODD | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 R.L. VANDERVEEN PHD RPH | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE COMPANY’S ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION TO INCREASE AUTHORIZED SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE COMPANY’S 2003 LONG-TERM INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE COMPANY’S BYLAWS REGARDING VOTING IN UNCONTESTED DIRECTOR ELECTIONS. | | Management | | For | | |
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05 | | RATIFY APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. | | Management | | For | | For |
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WEATHERFORD INTERNATIONAL LTD |
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Security | | H27013103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | WFT | | Meeting Date | | 07-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | CH0038838394 | | Agenda | | 933056182 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: BERNARD J. DUROC-DANNER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID J. BUTTERS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: NICHOLAS F. BRADY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WILLIAM E. MACAULAY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT B. MILLARD | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT K. MOSES, JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT A. RAYNE | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009 AND RATIFICATION OF THE ELECTION OF ERNST & YOUNG AG, ZURICH AS STATUTORY AUDITOR FOR YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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EQUIFAX INC. |
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Security | | 294429105 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | EFX | | Meeting Date | | 08-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US2944291051 | | Agenda | | 933022977 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 MARK L. FEIDLER | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 2 JOHN A. MCKINLEY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 RICHARD F. SMITH | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFY THE SELECTION OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS EQUIFAX’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | AMEND THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION AND BYLAWS TO DECLASSIFY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | AMEND THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION TO PROVIDE FOR MAJORITY VOTING IN UNCONTESTED DIRECTOR ELECTIONS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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MARINER ENERGY, INC. |
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Security | | 56845T305 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ME | | Meeting Date | | 11-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US56845T3059 | | Agenda | | 933040052 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 BERNARD ARONSON | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 2 H. CLAYTON PETERSON | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF SELECTION OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS INDEPENDENT AUDITORS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVAL OF THE MARINER ENERGY, INC. THIRD AMENDED AND RESTATED STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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BAYER AG, LEVERKUSEN |
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Security | | D07112119 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 12-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | DE0005752000 | | Agenda | | 701832998 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | AS A CONDITION OF VOTING, GERMAN MARKET REGULATIONS REQUIRE THAT YOU DISCLOSE WHETHER YOU HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST IN THIS COMPANY. SHOULD EITHER BE THE CASE, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE SO THAT WE MAY LODGE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS ACCORDINGLY. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST, SUBMIT YOUR VOTE AS NORMAL. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THE TRUE RECORD DATE FOR THIS MEETING IS 21 APR 2009, WHEREAS THE MEETING HAS BEEN SETUP USING THE ACTUAL RECORD DATE - 1 BUSINESS DAY. THIS IS DONE TO ENSURE THAT ALL POSITIONS REPORTED ARE IN CONCURRENCE WITH THE GERMAN LAW. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Presentation of the financial statements and annual report for the 2008 FY with the report of the Supervisory Board, the group financial statements and group annual report as well as the report by the Board of Managing Directors and the proposal for the appropriation of the distributable profit resolution on the appropriation of the distributable profit of EUR 1,070,080,515 as follows: payment of a dividend of EUR 1.40 per no-par share the remaining amount shall be carried forward, ex-dividend and payable date: 13 MAY 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Ratification of the acts of the Board of Managing Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Ratification of the acts of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Authorization to acquire own shares the Company shall be authorized to acquire own shares of up to 10% of the Company’s share capital through the Stock Exchange or by way of a public repurchase offer to all shareholders, at prices not deviating more than 10% from the market price of the shares, on or before 11 NOV 2010; the shares may be acquired by the Company’s subsidiaries or by third parties on the Company’s own account; the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized to dispose of the shares in a manner other than through the Stock Exchange or by way of a public offer to all shareholders, at a price not materially below the market price of the shares, for up to 10% of the Company’s share capital; the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized, with the consent of the Supervisory Board, to use the shares in connection with mergers and acquisitions, as Employee shares for Employees and executives of the Company and its affiliates, and to retire the shares, in these cases shareholders subscription rights shall be excluded | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Resolution on the conversion of bearer shares into registered shares, the corresponding amendments to the Articles of Association and the adjustment of resolutions adopted by the shareholders meeting in 2008; the shares of the Bayer AG shall be converted from bearer into registered shares; therefore, Section 4(1),(2),(3),(5) and (6) and Section 15 (1) and (2) of the Articles of Association and the Resolutions under item 5A, 6A and 6B adopted by the shareholders meetings in 2008 shall be amended in respect of bearer shares being replaced by registered shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Approval of the transmission of data by electronic means pursuant to Section 30(3) of the Securities Trade Act and the corresponding amendment to Section 3 of the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Appointment of auditors for the 2009 FY and the interim report: PricewaterhouseCoopers AG, Essen | | Management | | For | | For |
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FOREST OIL CORPORATION |
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Security | | 346091705 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | FST | | Meeting Date | | 12-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US3460917053 | | Agenda | | 933021761 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 DOD A. FRASER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 JAMES D. LIGHTNER | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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2 | | APPROVAL OF AN ADDITIONAL 500,000 SHARES FOR ISSUANCE UNDER THE FOREST OIL CORPORATION 1999 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN AND CERTAIN ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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3 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS FOREST’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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3M COMPANY |
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Security | | 88579Y101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | MMM | | Meeting Date | | 12-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US88579Y1010 | | Agenda | | 933025985 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LINDA G. ALVARADO | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GEORGE W. BUCKLEY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: VANCE D. COFFMAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MICHAEL L. ESKEW | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: W. JAMES FARRELL | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: HERBERT L. HENKEL | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: EDWARD M. LIDDY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT S. MORRISON | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: AULANA L. PETERS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT J. ULRICH | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS 3M’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL ON SPECIAL MEETINGS. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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04 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL ON THE VESTING OF STOCK OPTIONS AND AWARDS. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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ORASURE TECHNOLOGIES, INC. |
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Security | | 68554V108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | OSUR | | Meeting Date | | 12-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US68554V1089 | | Agenda | | 933027535 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 MICHAEL CELANO | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 DOUGLAS A. MICHELS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 CHARLES W. PATRICK | | | | For | | For |
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2 | | RATIFICATION OF APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP | | Management | | For | | For |
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3 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL TO MODIFY MANAGEMENT INCENTIVE PLAN | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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MILLIPORE CORPORATION |
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Security | | 601073109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | MIL | | Meeting Date | | 12-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US6010731098 | | Agenda | | 933029919 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 ROLF A. CLASSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 MARK HOFFMAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 JOHN F. RENO | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 KAREN E. WELKE | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS MILLIPORE’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE YEAR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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CALFRAC WELL SERVICES LTD. |
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Security | | 129584108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | CFWFF | | Meeting Date | | 12-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | CA1295841086 | | Agenda | | 933038944 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 FERNANDO AGUILAR | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 JAMES S. BLAIR | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 GREGORY S. FLETCHER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 MARTIN A. LAMBERT | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 RONALD P. MATHISON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 DOUGLAS R. RAMSAY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 R. T. (TIM) SWINTON | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO APPOINT PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS AUDITORS AT A REMUNERATION TO BE FIXED BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. DIRECTORS AND MANAGEMENT RECOMMEND SHAREHOLDERS VOTE FOR THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP. | | Management | | For | | For |
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DENTSPLY INTERNATIONAL INC. |
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Security | | 249030107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | XRAY | | Meeting Date | | 12-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US2490301072 | | Agenda | | 933041129 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 WENDY L DIXON, PHD | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 LESLIE A. JONES | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 BRET W. WISE | | | | For | | For |
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2 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP, INDEPENDENT ACCOUNTANTS, TO AUDIT THE BOOKS AND ACCOUNTS OF THE COMPANY FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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COMCAST CORPORATION |
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Security | | 20030N101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | CMCSA | | Meeting Date | | 13-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US20030N1019 | | Agenda | | 933019552 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 S. DECKER ANSTROM | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 2 KENNETH J. BACON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 SHELDON M. BONOVITZ | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 EDWARD D. BREEN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 JULIAN A. BRODSKY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 JOSEPH J. COLLINS | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 7 J. MICHAEL COOK | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 GERALD L. HASSELL | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 JEFFREY A. HONICKMAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 10 BRIAN L. ROBERTS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 11 RALPH J. ROBERTS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 12 DR. JUDITH RODIN | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 13 MICHAEL I. SOVERN | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF INDEPENDENT AUDITORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVAL OF OUR 2002 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN, AS AMENDED AND RESTATED | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | APPROVAL OF OUR 2002 RESTRICTED STOCK PLAN, AS AMENDED AND RESTATED | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | APPROVAL OF OUR 2003 STOCK OPTION PLAN, AS AMENDED AND RESTATED | | Management | | For | | For |
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06 | | IDENTIFY ALL EXECUTIVE OFFICERS WHO EARN IN EXCESS OF $500,000 | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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07 | | OBTAIN SHAREHOLDER APPROVAL OF CERTAIN FUTURE DEATH BENEFIT ARRANGEMENTS | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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08 | | ADOPT AN ANNUAL VOTE ON EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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09 | | ADOPT A RECAPITALIZATION PLAN | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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ECLIPSYS CORP |
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Security | | 278856109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ECLP | | Meeting Date | | 13-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US2788561098 | | Agenda | | 933029907 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 JOHN T. CASEY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 JAY B. PIEPER | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE SELECTION OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE CURRENT FISCAL YEAR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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UNILEVER PLC |
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Security | | 904767704 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | UL | | Meeting Date | | 13-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US9047677045 | | Agenda | | 933030417 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
A1 | | TO RECEIVE AND CONSIDER THE ACCOUNTS AND BALANCE SHEET FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2008, TOGETHER WITH THE DIRECTORS’ REPORT AND THE AUDITORS’ REPORT. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A2 | | TO CONSIDER AND, IF THOUGHT FIT, APPROVE THE DIRECTORS’ REMUNERATION REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2008 INCLUDED WITHIN THE ANNUAL REPORT AND ACCOUNTS 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A3 | | TO DECLARE A DIVIDEND ON THE ORDINARY SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A4 | | TO RE-ELECT MR J A LAWRENCE AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A5 | | TO RE-ELECT MR P G J M POLMAN AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A6 | | TO RE-ELECT THE RT HON THE LORD BRITTAN OF SPENNITHORNE QC, DL AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A7 | | TO RE-ELECT PROFESSOR W DIK AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A8 | | TO RE-ELECT MR C E GOLDEN AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A9 | | TO RE-ELECT DR B E GROTE AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A10 | | TO RE-ELECT MR N MURTHY AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A11 | | TO RE-ELECT MS H NYASULU AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A12 | | TO RE-ELECT MR K J STORM AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A13 | | TO RE-ELECT MR M TRESCHOW AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A14 | | TO RE-ELECT MR J VAN DER VEER AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A15 | | TO ELECT PROFESSOR L O FRESCO AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A16 | | TO ELECT MS A M FUDGE AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A17 | | TO ELECT MR P WALSH AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A18 | | TO RE-APPOINT PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS AUDITORS OF THE COMPANY, TO HOLD OFFICE UNTIL THE CONCLUSION OF THE NEXT GENERAL MEETING AT WHICH ACCOUNTS ARE LAID BEFORE THE MEMBERS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A19 | | TO AUTHORISE THE DIRECTORS TO FIX THE REMUNERATION OF THE AUDITORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A20 | | TO CONSIDER AND, IF THOUGHT FIT, TO PASS AN ORDINARY RESOLUTION, AS SET FORTH ON THE COMPANY NOTICE. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A21 | | TO CONSIDER AND, IF THOUGHT FIT, TO PASS A SPECIAL RESOLUTION, AS SET FORTH ON THE COMPANY NOTICE. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A22 | | TO CONSIDER AND, IF THOUGHT FIT, TO PASS A SPECIAL RESOLUTION, AS SET FORTH ON THE COMPANY NOTICE. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A23 | | TO CONSIDER AND, IF THOUGHT FIT, TO PASS AN ORDINARY RESOLUTION, AS SET FORTH ON THE COMPANY NOTICE. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A24 | | TO CONSIDER AND, IF THOUGHT FIT, TO PASS A SPECIAL RESOLUTION, AS SET FORTH ON THE COMPANY NOTICE. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A25 | | TO CONSIDER AND, IF THOUGHT FIT, TO PASS AN ORDINARY RESOLUTION, AS SET FORTH ON THE COMPANY NOTICE. | | Management | | For | | For |
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026 | | TO CONSIDER AND, IF THOUGHT FIT, TO PASS AN ORDINARY RESOLUTION, AS SET FORTH ON THE COMPANY NOTICE. | | Management | | For | | For |
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TRICAN WELL SERVICE LTD. |
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Security | | 895945103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | TOLWF | | Meeting Date | | 13-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | CA8959451037 | | Agenda | | 933039504 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | TO SET THE NUMBER OF DIRECTORS OF THE COMPANY AT EIGHT (8). | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 KENNETH M. BAGAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 DONALD R. LUFT | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 GARY R. BUGEAUD | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 DOUGLAS F. ROBINSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 MURRAY L. COBBE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 KEVIN L. NUGENT | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 G. ALLEN BROOKS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 GARY L. WARREN | | | | For | | For |
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03 | | THE APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP, CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS, AS AUDITORS OF THE COMPANY FOR THE ENSUING YEAR AND THE AUTHORIZATION OF THE DIRECTORS TO FIX THEIR REMUNERATION AS SUCH. | | Management | | For | | For |
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EXELIXIS, INC. |
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Security | | 30161Q104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | EXEL | | Meeting Date | | 13-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US30161Q1040 | | Agenda | | 933047311 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 CHARLES COHEN, PHD. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 GEORGE POSTE, DVM, PHD. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 JACK L. WYSZOMIERSKI | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE SELECTION OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS EXELIXIS’ INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JANUARY 1, 2010. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE EXELIXIS, INC. 2000 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF SHARES OF COMMON STOCK RESERVED FOR ISSUANCE UNDER THE 2000 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN BY 5,000,000 SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | TO APPROVE THE AMENDMENT AND RESTATEMENT OF THE EXELIXIS, INC. 2000 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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05 | | TO APPROVE A PROPOSED EXCHANGE OF CERTAIN OUTSTANDING STOCK OPTIONS FOR A REDUCED NUMBER OF REPLACEMENT STOCK OPTIONS TO BE GRANTED UNDER THE 2000 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN WITH AN EXERCISE PRICE EQUAL TO THE FAIR MARKET VALUE OF EXELIXIS COMMON STOCK AT THE TIME OF THE EXCHANGE. | | Management | | For | | For |
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FREIGHTCAR AMERICA INC |
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Security | | 357023100 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | RAIL | | Meeting Date | | 13-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US3570231007 | | Agenda | | 933047599 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 JAMES D. CIRAR | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 S. CARL SODERSTROM, JR. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 ROBERT N. TIDBALL | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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CADBURY PLC |
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Security | | G1843B107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 14-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | GB00B2PF6M70 | | Agenda | | 701877423 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Receive the 2008 financial statements and the Directors’ and Auditors’ reports | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Declare and approve the final dividend | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approve the Directors’ remuneration Report | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Re-elect Mr. Roger Carr as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Re-elect Mr. Todd Stitzer as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Elect Mr. Baroness Hogg as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Elect Mr. Colin Day as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Elect Mr. Andrew Bonfield as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Re-appoint Deloitte LLP as the Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Authorize the Directors to set the Auditors’ fees | | Management | | For | | For |
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11. | | Authorize the Directors to make political donations and to incur political expenditure | | Management | | For | | For |
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12. | | Authorize the Directors to allot further shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.13 | | Approve to disapply pre-emption rights | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.14 | | Authorize the Company to purchase its own shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.15 | | Grant authority for the convening of general meetings at 14 days’ notice | | Management | | For | | For |
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LVMH MOET HENNESSY LOUIS VUITTON, PARIS |
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Security | | F58485115 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 14-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000121014 | | Agenda | | 701888767 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve the financial statements and statutory reports | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Approve to accept the consolidated financial statements and statutory reports | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve the Auditors’ special report regarding related-party transactions | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.4 | | Approve the allocation of income and dividends of EUR 1.60 per share | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Re-elect Mr. Antoine Arnault as a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.6 | | Re-elect Mr. Antoine Bernheim as a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.7 | | Re-elect Mr. Albert Frere as a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.8 | | Re-elect Mr. Pierre Gode as a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.9 | | Re-elect Mr. Lord Powell of Bayswater as a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.10 | | Elect Mr. Yves-Thilbaut De Silguy as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.11 | | Grant authority to repurchase of up to 10% of issued share capital | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.12 | | Approve the reduction in share capital via cancellation of repurchased shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.13 | | Grant authority the issuance of equity or equity-linked securities with preemptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 50 million | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.14 | | Grant authority the issuance of equity or equity-linked securities without preemptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 50 million, with the possibility not to offer them to the public for an amount representing 20% per year | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.15 | | Approve the frame of the issuances to be decided by virtue of Resolutions 13 and 14, to increase the number of securities to be issued set forth in the issuance, in the event of an excess demand, may be increased within the limit of the ceiling set forth in the said resolutions | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.16 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to issue shares or any securities giving access to the Company’s share capital, or giving right, in the case where the equity issued is a share, to the debt securities, in consideration for securities tendered in a public exchange offer concerning the shares of another Company; [Authority expires for a 26-month period]; the maximal nominal amount of capital increases to be carried out under this delegation of authority shall not exceed EUR 50,000,000.00; the nominal amount of all capital increase carried out, or to be carried out under the delegations of the Resolutions 13, 14 and, or 17 shall count against the overall value set forth in the present delegation; to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; this authorization supersedes the 1 granted by the combined shareholders’ meeting of 10 MAY 2007 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.17 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase, on 1 and more occasions, the share capital, up to 10% of the share capital, by way of issuing shares or securities giving access to the capital or giving right, in the case where the first equity issued is a share, to a debt security, in consideration for the contributions in kind granted to the Company and comprised of capital securities or securities giving access to share capital; [Authority expires for a 26-month]; to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; this authorization supersedes the 1 granted by the shareholders’ meeting 10 MAY 2007 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.18 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to grant, in 1 or more transactions, in favor of employees or executives of the Company and related Companies, options giving the right either to subscribe for new shares in the Company to be issued through a share capital increase, or to purchase existing shares purchased by the Company, it being provided that the options shall not give rights to a total numbers of shares, which shall exceed 3% of the share capital; [Authority expires for a 38-month period]; to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; this authorization supersedes the 1 granted by the shareholders’ meeting of 11 MAY 2006 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.19 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the capital on 1 or more occasions, in France or abroad, by a maximum nominal amount which shall not exceed 3% of the share capital, in favor of employees of the Company and related Companies, who are members of the Company Savings Plan; [Authority expires for a 26-month period]; to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; the shareholders’ meeting decided to cancel the shareholders’ preferential subscription rights in favor of the said employees; this authorization supersedes the 1 granted by the combined shareholders’ meeting of 15 MAY 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.20 | | Amend item 2 of Articles 11 ‘Board of Directors’ and 23 ‘General Meetings’ of the By-Laws in order to take into account the new Clauses in accordance with the Law 2008-776 of 04 AUG 2008, know as the French Act of Economy Modernization | | Management | | For | | For |
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THE CHARLES SCHWAB CORPORATION |
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Security | | 808513105 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | SCHW | | Meeting Date | | 14-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US8085131055 | | Agenda | | 933022636 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: NANCY H. BECHTLE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WALTER W. BETTINGER II | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: C. PRESTON BUTCHER | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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03 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING DEATH BENEFITS | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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04 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING CORPORATE EXECUTIVE BONUS PLAN | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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GEN-PROBE INCORPORATED |
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Security | | 36866T103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | GPRO | | Meeting Date | | 14-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US36866T1034 | | Agenda | | 933031243 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN W. BROWN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN C. MARTIN PH.D. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: HENRY L. NORDHOFF | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE 2003 INCENTIVE AWARD PLAN OF GEN-PROBE INCORPORATED TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF SHARES OF COMMON STOCK AUTHORIZED FOR ISSUANCE THEREUNDER BY 2,500,000 SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO RATIFY THE SELECTION OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE INDEPENDENT AUDITORS OF GEN-PROBE INCORPORATED FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | TO APPROVE, THROUGH A NON-BINDING ADVISORY VOTE, THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ PROPOSED APPOINTMENT OF CARL W. HULL TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF GEN-PROBE INCORPORATED, EFFECTIVE MAY 18, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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CORRECTIONS CORPORATION OF AMERICA |
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Security | | 22025Y407 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | CXW | | Meeting Date | | 14-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US22025Y4070 | | Agenda | | 933033677 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 WILLIAM F. ANDREWS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 JOHN D. FERGUSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 DONNA M. ALVARADO | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 LUCIUS E. BURCH, III | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 JOHN D. CORRENTI | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 DENNIS W. DECONCINI | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 JOHN R. HORNE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 C. MICHAEL JACOBI | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 THURGOOD MARSHALL, JR. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 10 CHARLES L. OVERBY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 11 JOHN R. PRANN, JR. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 12 JOSEPH V. RUSSELL | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 13 HENRI L. WEDELL | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT BY OUR AUDIT COMMITTEE OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | ADOPTION OF A STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL FOR THE COMPANY TO PROVIDE A SEMI-ANNUAL REPORT TO STOCKHOLDERS DISCLOSING CERTAIN INFORMATION WITH RESPECT TO THE COMPANY’S POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS AND EXPENDITURES. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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KENDLE INTERNATIONAL INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 48880L107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | KNDL | | Meeting Date | | 14-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US48880L1070 | | Agenda | | 933051144 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 CANDACE KENDLE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 CHRISTOPHER C. BERGEN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 ROBERT R. BUCK | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 G. STEVEN GEIS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 DONALD C. HARRISON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 TIMOTHY E. JOHNSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 TIMOTHY M. MOONEY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 FREDERICK A. RUSS | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS THE COMPANY’S REGISTERED INDEPENDENT PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO AMEND THE COMPANY’S CODE OF REGULATIONS TO AUTHORIZE THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO AMEND THE CODE OF REGULATIONS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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DRIL-QUIP, INC. |
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Security | | 262037104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | DRQ | | Meeting Date | | 14-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US2620371045 | | Agenda | | 933055976 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 LARRY E. REIMERT | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 2 GARY D. SMITH | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 L.H. DICK ROBERTSON | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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02 | | APPROVAL OF THE APPOINTMENT OF BDO SEIDMAN LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | RE-APPROVAL OF PERFORMANCE CRITERIA FOR AWARDS UNDER THE 2004 INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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QUEST DIAGNOSTICS INCORPORATED |
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Security | | 74834L100 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | DGX | | Meeting Date | | 14-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US74834L1008 | | Agenda | | 933066676 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JENNE K. BRITELL, PH.D. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GAIL R. WILENSKY, PH.D. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN B. ZIEGLER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | TO APPROVE AMENDMENTS TO THE EMPLOYEE LONG-TERM INCENTIVE PLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | TO APPROVE AMENDMENTS TO THE LONG-TERM INCENTIVE PLAN FOR NON-EMPLOYEE DIRECTORS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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COMMERZBANK AG, FRANKFURT A/MAIN |
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Security | | D15642107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 15-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | DE0008032004 | | Agenda | | 701882727 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | AS A CONDITION OF VOTING, GERMAN MARKET REGULATIONS REQUIRE THAT YOU DISCLOSE WHETHER YOU HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST IN THIS COMPANY. SHOULD EITHER BE THE CASE, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE SO THAT WE MAY LODGE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS ACCORDINGLY. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST, SUBMIT YOUR VOTE AS NORMAL. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THE TRUE RECORD DATE FOR THIS MEETING IS 24 APR 2009, WHEREAS THE MEETING HAS BEEN SETUP USING THE ACTUAL RECORD DATE - 1 BUSINESS DAY. THIS IS DONE TO ENSURE THAT ALL POSITIONS REPORTED ARE IN CONCURRENCE WITH THE GERMAN LAW. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Presentation of the established financial statements and management report (including the explanatory report on information pursuant to Article 289 (4) of the German Commercial Code) of Commerzbank Aktiengesellschaft for the FY 2008, together with the presentation of the approved consolidated financial statements and Management report (including the explanatory report on information pursuant to Article 315 (4) of the German Commercial Code) of the Commerzbank Group for the FY 2008, the report of the Supervisory Board and the corporate governance and remuneration report for the FY 2008 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2. | | Approve the actions of the Members of the Board of Managing Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approve of the actions of the Members of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Resolution on the appointment of the Auditor, the Group Auditor and the Auditor tasked with reviewing the interim financial statements for FY 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Resolution on the appointment of the Auditor to review the interim financial statements for the first quarter of FY 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.1. | | Resolution on the election of Members of the Supervisory Board: Dr. Helmut Perlet | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.2. | | Resolution on the election of Members of the Supervisory Board: Dr. Nikolaus Von Bomhard | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.3. | | Resolution on the election of Members of the Supervisory Board: Dr. Edgar Meister | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Resolution on the authorization for Commerzbank Aktiengesellschaft to purchase its own shares for the purpose of securities trading, pursuant to Article 71 (1) no. 7 AKTG | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
8. | | Resolution on the authorization for the Board of Managing Directors to increase the Banks share capital [Authorized Capital 2009/I] and amendment of the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Resolution on the authorization for the Board of Managing Directors to increase the Banks share capital [Authorized Capital 2009/I] with the possibility of excluding subscription rights pursuant to Article 186 (3) 4 AKTG if contributions in kind are made and amendment of the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
10. | | Resolution on a capital increase of EUR 767, 879,405.80 against cash without subscription rights for shareholders pursuant to Article 7 of the FMStBG (Acceleration Act) | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
11. | | Resolution on a capital increase of up to EUR 806,273,358.80 against cash with subscription rights for shareholders pursuant to Art. 7 of the FMStBG | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
12. | | Resolution on the granting of exchange rights in favour of the Financial Market Stabilization Fund and the conditional raising of the share capital pursuant to Article 7A of the FMStBG [Conditional Capital 2009] | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
13. | | Resolution on the authorization for the Board of Managing Directors to increase the Banks share capital against contributions in kind in favour of the Financial Market Stabilization Fund | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
14. | | Resolution on an amendment the Articles 12 of the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
15. | | Resolution on an amendment to the Articles of Association concerning the simplification of the granting of proxy statements | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
16. | | Resolution on an amendment to the Articles of Association to reflect a planned amendment to the AktG | | Management | | For | | For |
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17. | | AGENDA ITEM AT THE REQUEST OF SHAREHOLDERS: Withdrawal of confidence from the Chairman of the Board of Managing Directors, Mr. Martin Blessing, in accordance with Article 84 (3) 2 AktG | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
| | | | |
18. | | AGENDA ITEM AT THE REQUEST OF SHAREHOLDERS: Amendment to Articles 15 of the Articles of Association Supervisory Board remuneration | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
| | | | |
19. | | AGENDA ITEM AT THE REQUEST OF SHAREHOLDERS: Appointment of the Special Auditors pursuant to Articles 142 (1) AktG to examine the actions of management, in particular capital raising measures with subscription rights excluded, in acquiring the 100% stake in Dresdner Bank Aktiengesellschaft from Allianz SE | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
| | | | |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THE MEETING WILL BE CONTINUED ON SATURDAY 16 MAY 2009 FROM 10 AM ONWARDS IF THIS SHOULD BECOME NECESSARY. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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TOTAL SA, COURBEVOIE |
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Security | | F92124100 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 15-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000120271 | | Agenda | | 701919194 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN AMENDMENT TO MEETING ID 519433 DUE TO ADDITION OF RESOLUTIONS. ALL VOTES RECEIVED ON THE PREVIOUS MEETING WILL BE DISREGARDED AND YOU WILL NEED TO REINSTRUCT ON THIS MEETING NOTICE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve the financial statements and statutory reports | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.2 | | Approve the consolidated financial statements and statutory reports | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.3 | | Approve the allocation of income and dividends of EUR 2.28 per share | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Approve the Special Auditors’ report presenting ongoing related party transactions | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Approve transaction with Mr. Thierry Desmarest | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.6 | | Approve transaction with Mr. Christophe De Margerie | | Management | | Against | �� | Against |
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O.7 | | Authorize to repurchase of up to 10% of issued share capital | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.8 | | Re-elect Ms. Anne Lauvergeon as a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.9 | | Re-elect Mr. Daniel Bouton as a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.10 | | Re-elect Mr. Bertrand Collomb as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.11 | | Re-elect Mr. Christophe De Margerie as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.12 | | Re-elect Mr. Michel Pebereau as a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.13 | | Elect Mr. Patrick Artus as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.14 | | Amend the Article 12 of the Bylaws regarding age limit for the Chairman | | Management | | For | | For |
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A. | | Approve the statutory modification to advertise individual allocations of stock options and free shares as provided by law | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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B. | | Approve the statutory modification relating to a new procedure for appointing the employee shareholder in order to enhance its representativeness and independence | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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C. | | Grant authority to freely allocate the Company’s shares to all the employees of the group | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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NETLOGIC MICROSYSTEMS, INC. |
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Security | | 64118B100 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | NETL | | Meeting Date | | 15-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US64118B1008 | | Agenda | | 933043159 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 STEVEN DOMENIK | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 DOUGLAS BROYLES | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | THE RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS THE INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR NETLOGIC MICROSYSTEMS, INC. FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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OLD DOMINION FREIGHT LINE, INC. |
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Security | | 679580100 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ODFL | | Meeting Date | | 18-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US6795801009 | | Agenda | | 933051764 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 EARL E. CONGDON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 DAVID S. CONGDON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 JOHN R. CONGDON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 J. PAUL BREITBACH | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 JOHN R. CONGDON, JR. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 ROBERT G. CULP, III | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 JOHN D. KASARDA | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 LEO H. SUGGS | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 9 D. MICHAEL WRAY | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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SOCIETE GENERALE, PARIS |
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Security | | F43638141 | | Meeting Type | | Ordinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 19-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | FR0000130809 | | Agenda | | 701848852 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A MIX MEETING. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve the Company’s financial statements for the YE 31 DEC 2008, as presented, showing losses of EUR 2,963,598,323.26 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Approve to record the loss for the year as a deficit in retained earnings, following this appropriation, the retained earnings account of EUR 6,363 ,246,855.22 will show a new balance of EUR 3,399,648,531.96, global dividends deducted from the retained earnings account: EUR 696,872,692. 80 the shareholders will receive a net dividend of EUR 1.20 per share of a par value of EUR 1.25, and will entitle to the 40% deduction provided by the French Tax Code, this dividend will be paid on 09 JUN 2009, as required by Law, it is reminded that, for the last 3 FY, the dividends paid, were as: EUR 4.50 for FY 2005 EUR 5.20 for FY 2006 EUR 0.90 for FY 2007 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve the dividend payment will to be carried out in new shares as per the conditions: reinvestment period will be effective from 27 MAY 2009 to 10 JUN 2009, after the shareholders will receive the dividend payment in cash, the new shares will be created with dividend rights as of 01 JAN 2009, and authorize the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Approve the consolidated financial Statements and statutory reports of the Board of Directors and the Auditors for 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Receive the Special Auditors’ report on agreements governed by the Article L.225-38 of the French Code | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.6 | | Receive the Special Auditors’ report on retirement commitments in favor of Mr. Daniel Bouton, Mr. Phileppe Citerene and Mr. Didier LIX by the Article L.225-42-1 of the French Code | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.7 | | Receive the Special Auditors’ report on retirement commitments in favour of Mr. Severin Cabannes and Mr. Frederic Oudea by the Article L.225-42-1 of the French Code | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.8 | | Receive the Special Auditors’ report on retirement indemnity commitments in favor of Mr. Frederic Oudea by the Article L.225- 42-1 of the French Code | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.9 | | Renew the appointment of Mr. Jean Azema as a Director for a 4 year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.10 | | Renew the appointment of Mrs. Elisabeth Lulin as a Director for a 4 year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.11 | | Ratify the Co-optation of Mr. Robert Castaigne as a Director, to replace Mr. Elie Cohen, resigning, for the remaining time of Mr. Elie Cohen’s term of office, until the shareholders’ meeting called in 2010 and to approve the financial statements for the FY | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.12 | | Appoint Mr. Jean-Bernard Levy as a director for a 4-year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.13 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to trade by all means, in the Company’s shares on the stock market, subject to the conditions: maximum purchase price: EUR 105.00, maximum number of shares to be acquired: 58,072,724, i.e. 10% of the share capital, maximum funds invested in the share buybacks: EUR 6,097,636,020.00; [Authority expires after 18-month period], this authorization supersedes the unspent remaining period of the authorization granted by the shareholders’ meeting of 27 MAY 27 2008 in its Resolution 9, the shareholders’ meeting delegates all powers to the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.14 | | Approve to add Article 20 granting powers to the Bylaws | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.15 | | Authorize the Board of Directors, under approval of resolution 16, to increase the share capital up to a maximum nominal amount of EUR 241,900,000,00, that is 33.3% of the share capital, by issuance of preference shares without voting right and preferred subscribed rights for any cash capital increase; [Authority expires after 14 month period] | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.16 | | Approve to introduce preference shares within the bylaws subject to approval of Resolution 16, consequently, a new class of shares known as B shares will be created composed with preference shares without voting right and preferential subscription right for any cash capital increase; the share capital will be divided into 2 Classes of shares A shares, corresponding to all ordinary shares, and B shares accordingly, and authorize the Board of Directors to amend the Articles of the Bylaws | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.17 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital, on one or more occasions, and its sole discretion, by issuing shares or securities giving access to the share capital in favor of employees of the Company and its subsidiaries who are Members of a Company savings plan; [Authority expires after 14 month period]; and for a nominal amount that shall not exceed 1.75% of the share capital, the Global amount of capital increase carried out under this present Resolution shall count against the ones specified in 10 and 11 Resolutions of the combined shareholders’ meeting held on 27 MAY 2008, and approve to cancel the shareholders preferential subscription rights in favor of Members of the said savings plan, this authorization supersedes unspent remaining period of the authorization granted by shareholders’ meeting of 27 MAY 2008, in its Resolution 14, expect what concerns the completion of the share capital increases reserved for Members of a Company savings plan which has been set by the Board of Directors during its meeting of 17 FEB 2009, and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.18 | | Approve to increase the ceiling of capital increase with the shareholder’s preferential subscription right maintained set forth in the Resolution 10 granted by the shareholders meeting held on 27 MAY 2008; the global amount of share capital increase originally set at EUR 220,000,000.00 will increase to EUR 360,000,000.00 i.e., 30.2% to 49.6% of the share capital; [Authority expires after 26 month period] | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.19 | | Grant full powers to the bearer of an original, a copy or extract of the minutes of this meeting to carry out all filings, publications and other formalities prescribed by law | | Management | | For | | For |
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CREDIT AGRICOLE SA, PARIS |
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Security | | F22797108 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 19-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000045072 | | Agenda | | 701855554 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN MIX MEETING. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative-to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve the Company’s financial statements for the YE 31 DEC 2008, as presented, and the expenses and charges that were not Tax deductible of EUR 157,353.00 with a corresponding Tax of EUR 54,177.00 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Approve the consolidated financial statements for the said FY, in the form presented to the meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve the recommendations of the Board of Directors and resolves that the in come for the FY of EUR 248,598,945.42, be appropriated as: it resolves to fund to the legal reserve: EUR 12,429,947.27, it notes that the distributable income, after the allocation to the legal reserve and due to the positive balance on retained earnings of EUR 5,133,758,198.11, amounts to EUR 5,369,927,196.26, the dividends are of EUR 1,001,854,123.20, the retained earnings will show a new amount of EUR 4,368,073,073.06; the shareholders will receive a net dividend of EUR 0.45 per share, and will entitle to the 40% deduction provided by the French Tax Code; this dividend will be paid on 23 JUN 2009; in the event that the Company holds some of its own shares on the day the dividend is paid, the amount of the unpaid dividend on such shares shall be allocated to the retained earnings account; and authorize the Board of Directors to proceed with this registration; as required by law, it is reminded that, for the last 3 FY, the dividends paid, were as: EUR 0.94 for FY 2005, entitled to the 40% deduction, EUR 1.15 for FY 2006, entitled to the 40% deduction, EUR 1.20 for FY 2007, entitled to the 40% deduction | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Approve to decide to grant to each shareholder an option granting the right to receive the dividend payment in cash or in shares, as per the conditions: this option will be effective from 27 MAY 2009 to 11 JUN 2009; after, the shareholders will receive the dividend payment in cash as from 23 JUN 2009; if the dividend amount does not correspond to an integer of shares, the shareholder will receive the immediately lower number of shares with a balancing cash adjustment; the new shares will be created with dividend rights as of 01 JAN 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Approve, the special report of the Auditors on agreements governed by Articles L.225-38 ET sequence of the French Commercial Code, the said report and the agreements referred to therein | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.6 | | Approve, the special report of the Auditors on regulated agreements, all the retirement commitments in favor of Mr. Georges Pauget, General Manager | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.7 | | Approve, the special report of the Auditors on regulated agreements, all the retirement commitments in favor of Mr. Jean-Yves Hocher, Deputy General Manager | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.8 | | Approve, the special report of the Auditors on regulated agreements, all the retirement commitments in favor of Mr. Jacques Lenormand, Deputy General Manager | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.9 | | Approve, the special report of the Auditors on regulated agreements, all the retirement commitments in favor of Mr. Jean-Frederic De Leusse, Deputy General Manager | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.10 | | Approve to renew the appointment of the Mr. Sas Rue La Boe Tie as a Director for a 3-year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.11 | | Approve to renew the appointment of Mr. Gerard Cazals as a Director for a 3-year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.12 | | Approve to renew the appointment of Mr. Noel Dupuy as a Director for a 3-year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.13 | | Approve to renew the appointment of Mrs. Carole Giraud as a Director for a 3-year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.14 | | Approve to renew the appointment of Mr. Dominique Lefebvre as a Director for a 3-year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.15 | | Approve the appointment of Mr. Patrick Clavelou as a Director, to replace Mr. Bernard Mary, for the remainder of Mr. Bernard Mary’s term of office, i.e. until the shareholders’ meeting called to approve the financial statements for the FYE 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.16 | | Approve to renew the appointment of Mr. Patrick Clavelou as a Director for a 3-year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.17 | | Appoint the Director, to replace Mr. Philippe Camus, for the remainder of Mr. Philippe Camus’ term of office, i.e. until the shareholders’ meeting called to approve the financial statements for the FYE 31 DEC 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.18 | | Approve to award total annual fees of EUR 950,000.00 to the Members of the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.19 | | Authorizes the Board of Directors to buy the Company’s ordinary shares on the stock market, subject to the conditions: maximum purchase price: EUR 15.00, maximum number of shares to be acquired: 10% of the total number of ordinary shares, maximum funds invested in the share buybacks: EUR 2,000,000,010.00, which represents 133,333,334 ordinary shares; the number of shares acquired by the Company with a view to their retention or their subsequent delivery in payment or exchange as part of a merger, divestment or capital contribution cannot exceed 5% of the ordinary shares in the Company; [Authority expires after 18- month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders’ meeting of may 21, 2008 in its Resolution 17 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.20 | | Authorize to repurchase up to 10% of preference share capital, subject to approval of Item 23, 24, 36, or 37 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.21 | | Amend the Article 10.2 of Bylaws re: maximum number of terms for the Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.22 | | Authorize the new class of preferred stock and amend Bylaws accordingly, subject to approval of Item 23, 24, 36, or 37 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.23 | | Authorize the issuance of preferred stock with preemptive rights for up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 2,226,342,496, subject to approval of Item 22 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.24 | | Authorize the issuance of preferred stock without preemptive rights for up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 2,226,342,496, subject to approval of Item 22 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.25 | | Authorize the Board to increase capital in the event of additional demand related to delegation submitted to shareholder vote above | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.26 | | Authorize the issuance of equity or equity linked securities with preemptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 3.3 billion | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.27 | | Authorize the issuance of equity or equity linked securities without preemptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 1 billion | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.28 | | Authorize the Board to increase capital in the event of additional demand related to delegation submitted to shareholder vote above | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.29 | | Authorize the capital increase of up to 10% of issued capital for future acquisitions | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.30 | | Authorize the Board to set issue price for 10% of issued capital pursuant to issuance authority without preemptive rights | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.31 | | Approve to set Global Limit for capital increase to result from issuance requests under Items 23 through 30 at EUR 5.5 billion | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.32 | | Approve the issuance of securities convertible into debt up to an aggregate amount of EUR 5 billion | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.33 | | Authorize the capitalization of reserves of up to EUR 1 billion for bonus issue or increase in par value | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.34 | | Approve the Employee Stock Purchase Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.35 | | Approve the Stock Purchase Plan reserved for international employees | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.36 | | Approve the Employee Preferred Stock Purchase Plan, subject to approval of Item 22 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.37 | | Approve Employee Preferred Stock Purchase Plan for International Employees, Subject to approval of Item 22 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.38 | | Approve the reduction in share capital via cancellation of repurchased shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.39 | | Approve the reduction in share capital via cancellation of repurchased preference shares | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.40 | | Authorize the filing of required documents/other formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO CHANGE IN NUMBERING OF RESOLUTIONS.-IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM-UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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ROYAL DUTCH SHELL PLC |
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Security | | G7690A118 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 19-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | GB00B03MM408 | | Agenda | | 701911833 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Adopt the annual report and accounts | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the remuneration report | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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3. | | Appoint Mr. Simon Henry as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Re-appoint Mr. Lord Kerr of Kinlochard as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Re-appoint Mr. Wim Kok as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Re-appoint Mr. Nick Land as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Re-appoint Mr. Jorma Ollila as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Re-appoint Mr. Jeroen ven der Veer as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Re-appoint Mr. Hans Wijers as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Re-appoint PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as the Auditors of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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11. | | Approve the remuneration of the Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
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12. | | Grant authority for the issue of equity or equity-linked securities with pre-emptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 145 million | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.13 | | Grant authority, subject to the previous resolution being passed, for the issue of equity or equity-linked securities without pre- emptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 21 million | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.14 | | Grant authority to purchase 624 million ordinary shares for Market Purchase | | Management | | For | | For |
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15. | | Authorize the Company and its Subsidiaries to make EU Political Donations to Political Organizations other than Political Parties up to GBP 200,000 and to incur EU Political Expenditure up to GBP 200,000 | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO RECEIPT OF AUDITOR NAME. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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JPMORGAN CHASE & CO. |
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Security | | 46625H100 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | JPM | | Meeting Date | | 19-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US46625H1005 | | Agenda | | 933038641 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CRANDALL C. BOWLES | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: STEPHEN B. BURKE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID M. COTE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JAMES S. CROWN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JAMES DIMON | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ELLEN V. FUTTER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WILLIAM H. GRAY, III | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LABAN P. JACKSON, JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID C. NOVAK | | Management | | For | | For |
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1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LEE R. RAYMOND | | Management | | For | | For |
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1K | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WILLIAM C. WELDON | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPOINTMENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | ADVISORY VOTE ON EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | GOVERNMENTAL SERVICE REPORT | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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05 | | CUMULATIVE VOTING | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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06 | | SPECIAL SHAREOWNER MEETINGS | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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07 | | CREDIT CARD LENDING PRACTICES | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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08 | | CHANGES TO KEPP | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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09 | | SHARE RETENTION | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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10 | | CARBON PRINCIPLES REPORT | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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PRINCIPAL FINANCIAL GROUP, INC. |
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Security | | 74251V102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | PFG | | Meeting Date | | 19-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US74251V1026 | | Agenda | | 933040406 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: J. BARRY GRISWELL | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RICHARD L. KEYSER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ARJUN K. MATHRANI | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ELIZABETH E. TALLETT | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROVE AMENDMENT OF EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | RATIFICATION OF INDEPENDENT AUDITORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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NORDSTROM, INC. |
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Security | | 655664100 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | JWN | | Meeting Date | | 19-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US6556641008 | | Agenda | | 933040521 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PHYLLIS J. CAMPBELL | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ENRIQUE HERNANDEZ, JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT G. MILLER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: BLAKE W. NORDSTROM | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ERIK B. NORDSTROM | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PETER E. NORDSTROM | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PHILIP G. SATRE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT D. WALTER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ALISON A. WINTER | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVAL OF EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT BONUS PLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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OMNICELL, INC. |
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Security | | 68213N109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | OMCL | | Meeting Date | | 19-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US68213N1090 | | Agenda | | 933043402 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 MARY E. FOLEY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 RANDALL A. LIPPS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 JOSEPH E. WHITTERS | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | PROPOSAL TO ADOPT THE OMNICELL, INC. 2009 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN, AS DESCRIBED IN THE ACCOMPANYING PROXY STATEMENT | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE OMNICELL, INC. 1997 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN TO, AMONG OTHER THINGS, INCREASE THE AGGREGATE SHARE RESERVE TO A TOTAL OF 3,000,000 SHARES, AS DESCRIBED IN THE ACCOMPANYING PROXY STATEMENT | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE SELECTION OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM OF THE COMPANY FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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DEXCOM INC |
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Security | | 252131107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | DXCM | | Meeting Date | | 19-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US2521311074 | | Agenda | | 933049086 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 TERRANCE H. GREGG | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 KEVIN SAYER | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO REAPPROVE THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE SECTION 162(M) PROVISIONS OF OUR 2005 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN TO PRESERVE OUR ABILITY TO DEDUCT FOR CORPORATE INCOME TAX PURPOSES COMPENSATION THAT QUALIFIES AS PERFORMANCE-BASED COMPENSATION UNDER SECTION 162(M) OF THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO RATIFY THE SELECTION BY THE AUDIT COMMITTEE OF OUR BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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SAP AG |
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Security | | 803054204 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | SAP | | Meeting Date | | 19-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US8030542042 | | Agenda | | 933056889 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
02 | | RESOLUTION ON THE APPROPRIATION OF THE RETAINED EARNINGS OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2008 | | Management | | For | | |
| | | | |
03 | | RESOLUTION ON THE FORMAL APPROVAL OF THE ACTS OF THE EXECUTIVE BOARD IN THE FISCAL YEAR 2008 | | Management | | For | | |
| | | | |
04 | | RESOLUTION ON THE FORMAL APPROVAL OF THE ACTS OF THE SUPERVISORY BOARD IN THE FISCAL YEAR 2008 | | Management | | For | | |
| | | | |
05 | | APPOINTMENT OF THE AUDITOR OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND GROUP FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2009 | | Management | | For | | |
| | | | |
06 | | RESOLUTION ON AUTHORIZATION TO ACQUIRE AND USE TREASURY SHARES PURSUANT TO SECTION 71 (1) NO. 8 OF GERMAN STOCK CORPORATION ACT (AKTIENGESETZ; AKTG), WITH POSSIBLE EXCLUSION OF SHAREHOLDERS’ SUBSCRIPTION RIGHTS & POTENTIAL RIGHTS TO OFFER SHARES | | Management | | For | | |
| | | | |
07 | | RESOLUTION ON THE AMENDMENT OF SECTION 19 OF THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION TO REFLECT THE GERMAN ACT IMPLEMENTING THE SHAREHOLDERS’ RIGHTS DIRECTIVE (GESETZ ZUR UMSETZUNG DER AKTIONARSRICHTLINIE; ARUG) | | Management | | For | | |
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RUSH ENTERPRISES, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 781846209 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | RUSHA | | Meeting Date | | 19-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US7818462092 | | Agenda | | 933057956 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 W. MARVIN RUSH | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 W.M. “RUSTY” RUSH | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 RONALD J. KRAUSE | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 4 JAMES C. UNDERWOOD | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 5 HAROLD D. MARSHALL | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 6 THOMAS A. AKIN | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 7 GERALD R. SZCZEPANSKI | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP TO SERVE AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
BIGBAND NETWORKS INC |
| | | |
Security | | 089750509 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | BBND | | Meeting Date | | 19-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US0897505097 | | Agenda | | 933080296 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 MICHAEL J. POHL | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 ROBERT SACHS | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 GEOFFREY YANG | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP, AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
GLAXOSMITHKLINE PLC |
| | | |
Security | | G3910J112 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 20-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | GB0009252882 | | Agenda | | 701867701 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Receive and adopt the Directors report and financial statements | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2. | | Approve the remuneration report | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3. | | Elect Mr. James Murdoch as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4. | | Elect Mr. Larry Culp as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5. | | Re-elect Sir. Crispin Davis as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
6. | | Re-elect Dr. Moncef Slaoui as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
7. | | Re-elect Mr. Tom de Swaan as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
8. | | Re-appoint the Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
9. | | Approve the remuneration of the Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
10. | | Authorize the Company and its subsidiaries to make political donations to political organization and incur political expenditure | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
11. | | Grant authority to allot shares | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
S.12 | | Approve the disapplication of pre-emption rights | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
S.13 | | Authorize the Company to purchase its own shares | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
14. | | Approve the exemption from statement of Senior Statutory Auditors name | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
S.15 | | Approve the reduced notice of general meeting other than an AGM | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
16. | | Adopt the GlaxoSmithKline GSK 2009 Performance Share Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
17. | | Adopt the GSK 2009 Share Option Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
18. | | Adopt the GSK 2009 Deferred Annual Bonus Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO RECEIPT OF CONSERVATIVE CUT-OFF. IF-YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 717124101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | PPDI | | Meeting Date | | 20-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US7171241018 | | Agenda | | 933035417 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 STUART BONDURANT, M.D. | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 FREDRIC N. ESHELMAN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 FREDERICK FRANK | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 GENERAL DAVID L. GRANGE | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 5 CATHERINE M. KLEMA | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 6 TERRY MAGNUSON, PH.D. | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 7 ERNEST MARIO, PH.D. | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 8 JOHN A. MCNEILL, JR. | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT AND RESTATEMENT OF THE COMPANY’S 1995 EQUITY COMPENSATION PLAN WHICH, AMONG OTHER THINGS, INCREASES THE NUMBER OF SHARES OF OUR COMMON STOCK RESERVED FOR ISSUANCE UNDER THE PLAN BY 8,300,000 FROM 21,259,004 SHARES TO 29,559,004 SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | IN THEIR DISCRETION, THE PROXIES ARE AUTHORIZED TO VOTE UPON SUCH OTHER MATTERS AS MAY PROPERLY COME BEFORE THE MEETING. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | | | |
THERMO FISHER SCIENTIFIC INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 883556102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | TMO | | Meeting Date | | 20-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US8835561023 | | Agenda | | 933042400 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 JUDY C. LEWENT | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 PETER J. MANNING | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 JIM P. MANZI | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 ELAINE S. ULLIAN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE AUDIT COMMITTEE’S SELECTION OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT AUDITORS FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
LOJACK CORPORATION |
| | | |
Security | | 539451104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | LOJN | | Meeting Date | | 20-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US5394511043 | | Agenda | | 933045278 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 RORY J. COWAN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 JOHN H. MACKINNON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 ROBERT J. MURRAY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 ROBERT L. REWEY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 5 RICHARD T. RILEY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 6 HARVEY ROSENTHAL | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 7 MARIA RENNA SHARPE | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 8 RONALD V. WATERS III | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | AMEND THE COMPANY’S 2008 STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
03 | | RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS THE INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM OF THE COMPANY FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
CELERA CORPORATION |
| | | |
Security | | 15100E106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | CRA | | Meeting Date | | 20-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US15100E1064 | | Agenda | | 933053439 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JEAN-LUC BELINGARD | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PETER BARTON HUTT | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GAIL K. NAUGHTON | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE SELECTION OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 26, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
SOUTHWEST AIRLINES CO. |
| | | |
Security | | 844741108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | LUV | | Meeting Date | | 20-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US8447411088 | | Agenda | | 933057588 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 DAVID W. BIEGLER | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 2 C. WEBB CROCKETT | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 3 WILLIAM H. CUNNINGHAM | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 4 JOHN G. DENISON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 5 TRAVIS C. JOHNSON | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 6 GARY C. KELLY | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 7 NANCY B. LOEFFLER | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 8 JOHN T. MONTFORD | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 9 DANIEL D. VILLANUEVA | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | APPROVAL OF THE SOUTHWEST AIRLINES CO. AMENDED AND RESTATED 1991 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | RATIFICATION OF THE SELECTION OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT AUDITORS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | REINCORPORATION IN A SHAREHOLDER-FRIENDLY STATE. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
| | | | |
05 | | ADOPTION OF PRINCIPLES FOR HEALTH CARE REFORM. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
| | | | | | |
CROWN CASTLE INTERNATIONAL CORP |
| | | |
Security | | 228227104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | CCI | | Meeting Date | | 21-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US2282271046 | | Agenda | | 933035378 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 CINDY CHRISTY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 ARI Q. FITZGERALD | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 ROBERT E. GARRISON II | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 JOHN P. KELLY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | TO APPROVE RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
LUMINEX CORPORATION |
| | | |
Security | | 55027E102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | LMNX | | Meeting Date | | 21-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US55027E1029 | | Agenda | | 933037904 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 PATRICK J. BALTHROP, SR | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 G. WALTER LOEWENBAUM II | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 KEVIN M. MCNAMARA | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 EDWARD A. OGUNRO, PH.D | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE THE LUMINEX CORPORATION AMENDED AND RESTATED 2006 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR FISCAL 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
MEDAREX, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 583916101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | MEDX | | Meeting Date | | 21-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US5839161016 | | Agenda | | 933038122 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 MARC RUBIN, M.D. | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 RONALD J. SALDARINI PHD | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 CHARLES R. SCHALLER | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | THE RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT BY THE AUDIT COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS MEDAREX’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
TIFFANY & CO. |
| | | |
Security | | 886547108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | TIF | | Meeting Date | | 21-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US8865471085 | | Agenda | | 933044961 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MICHAEL J. KOWALSKI | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROSE MARIE BRAVO | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GARY E. COSTLEY | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LAWRENCE K. FISH | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ABBY F. KOHNSTAMM | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
6 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CHARLES K. MARQUIS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
7 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PETER W. MAY | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
8 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: J. THOMAS PRESBY | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
9 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WILLIAM A. SHUTZER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE SELECTION OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE TIFFANY & CO. 2005 EMPLOYEE INCENTIVE PLAN TO INCREASE BY 2,500,000 THE MAXIMUM NUMBER OF SHARES THAT MAY BE ISSUED UNDER THE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
SEI INVESTMENTS COMPANY |
| | | |
Security | | 784117103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | SEIC | | Meeting Date | | 21-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US7841171033 | | Agenda | | 933049391 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 CARMEN V. ROMEO | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 2 RICHARD B. LIEB | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS SEI INVESTMENTS COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
DEAN FOODS COMPANY |
| | | |
Security | | 242370104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | DF | | Meeting Date | | 21-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US2423701042 | | Agenda | | 933053706 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 JANET HILL | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 HECTOR M. NEVARES | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | PROPOSAL TO AMEND THE DEAN FOODS COMPANY 2007 STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS INDEPENDENT AUDITOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
GENZYME CORPORATION |
| | | |
Security | | 372917104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | GENZ | | Meeting Date | | 21-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US3729171047 | | Agenda | | 933056132 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | RE-ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DOUGLAS A. BERTHIAUME | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | RE-ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GAIL K. BOUDREAUX | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | RE-ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT J. CARPENTER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1D | | RE-ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CHARLES L. COONEY | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1E | | RE-ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: VICTOR J. DZAU | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1F | | RE-ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: SENATOR CONNIE MACK III | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1G | | RE-ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RICHARD F. SYRON | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1H | | RE-ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: HENRI A. TERMEER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | A PROPOSAL TO AMEND THE 2004 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF SHARES OF COMMON STOCK AVAILABLE FOR ISSUANCE UNDER THE PLAN BY 2,500,000 SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | A PROPOSAL TO APPROVE THE 2009 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | A PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE AUDIT COMMITTEE’S SELECTION OF INDEPENDENT AUDITORS FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
BJ’S WHOLESALE CLUB, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 05548J106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | BJ | | Meeting Date | | 21-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US05548J1060 | | Agenda | | 933057792 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CHRISTINE M. COURNOYER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: EDMOND J. ENGLISH | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: HELEN FRAME PETERS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | APPROVAL OF THE AMENDMENT TO THE 2008 AMENDED AND RESTATED MANAGEMENT INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | APPROVAL OF THE AMENDMENT TO THE 2008 AMENDED AND RESTATED GROWTH INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | APPROVAL OF THE AMENDMENT TO THE 2007 STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
05 | | RATIFICATION OF THE AUDIT COMMITTEE’S SELECTION OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JANUARY 30, 2010. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
ALIGN TECHNOLOGY, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 016255101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | ALGN | | Meeting Date | | 21-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US0162551016 | | Agenda | | 933059811 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 DAVID E. COLLINS | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 JOSEPH LACOB | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 C. RAYMOND LARKIN, JR. | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 GEORGE J. MORROW | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 5 THOMAS M. PRESCOTT | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 6 GREG J. SANTORA | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 7 WARREN S. THALER | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF SELECTION OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS: PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS ALIGN TECHNOLOGY, INC.’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
VOCUS INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 92858J108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | VOCS | | Meeting Date | | 21-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US92858J1088 | | Agenda | | 933066931 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 GARY GOLDING | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 RICHARD MOORE | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM OF OUR COMPANY FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE OUR COMPANY’S 2005 STOCK AWARD PLAN FOR PURPOSES OF SECTION 162(M) OF THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE. | | Management | | For | | For |
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HSBC HOLDINGS PLC |
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Security | | 404280406 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | HBC | | Meeting Date | | 22-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US4042804066 | | Agenda | | 933041547 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | TO RECEIVE THE REPORT AND ACCOUNTS FOR 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO APPROVE THE DIRECTORS’ REMUNERATION REPORT FOR 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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3A | | TO RE-ELECT S A CATZ A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3B | | TO RE-ELECT V H C CHENG A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3C | | TO RE-ELECT M K T CHEUNG A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3D | | TO RE-ELECT J D COOMBE A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3E | | TO RE-ELECT J L DURAN A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3F | | TO RE-ELECT R A FAIRHEAD A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3G | | TO RE-ELECT D J FLINT A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3H | | TO RE-ELECT A A FLOCKHART A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3I | | TO RE-ELECT W K L FUNG A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3J | | TO RE-ELECT M F GEOGHEGAN A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3K | | TO RE-ELECT S K GREEN A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3L | | TO RE-ELECT S T GULLIVER A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3M | | TO RE-ELECT J W J HUGHES-HALLETT A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3N | | TO RE-ELECT W S H LAIDLAW A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3O | | TO RE-ELECT J R LOMAX A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3P | | TO RE-ELECT SIR MARK MOODY-STUART A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3Q | | TO RE-ELECT G MORGAN A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3R | | TO RE-ELECT N R N MURTHY A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3S | | TO RE-ELECT S M ROBERTSON A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3T | | TO RE-ELECT J L THORNTON A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3U | | TO RE-ELECT SIR BRIAN WILLIAMSON A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | TO REAPPOINT THE AUDITOR AT REMUNERATION TO BE DETERMINED BY THE GROUP AUDIT COMMITTEE | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | TO AUTHORISE THE DIRECTORS TO ALLOT SHARES | | Management | | For | | For |
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06 | | TO DISAPPLY PRE-EMPTION RIGHTS (SPECIAL RESOLUTION) | | Management | | For | | For |
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07 | | TO AUTHORISE THE COMPANY TO PURCHASE ITS OWN ORDINARY SHARES | | Management | | For | | For |
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08 | | TO ADOPT NEW ARTICLES OF ASSOCIATION WITH EFFECT FROM 1 OCTOBER 2009 (SPECIAL RESOLUTION) | | Management | | For | | For |
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09 | | TO APPROVE GENERAL MEETINGS (OTHER THAN ANNUAL GENERAL MEETINGS) BEING CALLED ON 14 CLEAR DAYS’ NOTICE (SPECIAL RESOLUTION) | | Management | | For | | For |
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CERNER CORPORATION |
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Security | | 156782104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | CERN | | Meeting Date | | 22-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US1567821046 | | Agenda | | 933059405 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 CLIFFORD W. ILLIG | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 WILLIAM B. NEAVES, PH.D | | | | For | | For |
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2 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS THE INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM OF CERNER CORPORATION FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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FRANCE TELECOM SA |
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Security | | F4113C103 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 26-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000133308 | | Agenda | | 701879958 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | “French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative-to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following-applies to Non- Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative.” | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Receive the reports of the Board of Directors and the Auditor’s, approve the Company’s financial statements for the YE 31 DEC 2008, as presented and showing the earnings for the FY of EUR 3,234,431,372.50; grant permanent discharge to the Members of the Board of Directors for the performance of their duties during the said FY | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Receive the reports of the Board of Directors and the Auditor’s, approve the consolidated financial statements for the said FY, in the form presented to the meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve to acknowledge the earnings amount to EUR 3,234,431,372.50 and decide to allocate to the Legal Reserve EUR 256,930.00 which shows a new amount of EUR 1,045,996,494.40 notes that the distributable income after allocating to the Legal Reserve EUR 256,930.00 and taking into account the retained earnings amounting to EUR 12,454,519,240.25, amounts to EUR 15,688,693,682.75, resolve to pay a dividend of EUR 1.40 per share which will entitle to the 40% deduction provided by the French General Tax Code and to appropriate the balance of the distributable income to the ‘Retained Earnings’ account, and the interim dividend of EUR 0.60 was already paid on 11 SEP 2008; receive a remaining dividend of EUR 0.80 on E-half of the dividend balance, I.E, EUR 0.40, will be paid in shares as per the following conditions: the shareholders may opt for the dividend payment in shares from 02 JUN 2009 to 23 JUN 2009, the balance of the dividend will be paid on 30 JUN 2009, regardless the means of payment; the shares will be created with dividend rights as of 01 JAN 2009, in the event that the Company holds some of its own shares shall be allocated to the retained earnings account as required By Law | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Receive the special report of the Auditors on agreements governed by Articles L.225-38 of the French Commercial Code; approve the said report and the agreements referred to therein | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.5 | | Approve to renew the appointment of Ernst and Young audit as the Statutory Auditor for a 6-year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.6 | | Approve to renew the appointment of Auditex as the Deputy Auditor for a 6-year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.7 | | Approve to renew the appointment of Deloitte ET Association as the Statutory Auditor for a 6-year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.8 | | Approve to renew the appointment of Beas as the Deputy Auditor for a 6-year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.9 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to buyback the Company’s shares in the open market, subject to the conditions described below: maximum purchase price: EUR 40.00, maximum number of shares to be acquired: 10% of the share capital, maximum funds invested in the shares buybacks: EUR 10,459,964,944.00, and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; [Authority expires at the end of 18-month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders meeting of 27 MAY 2008 in Resolution 6 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.10 | | Amend the Article NR 13 of the Bye-Laws Board of Directors, in order to fix the minimal number of shares in the Company, of which the Directors elected by the General Meeting must be holders | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.11 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to issue, with the shareholders preferential subscription right maintained, shares in the Company and the securities giving access to shares of the Company or one of its subsidiaries; [Authority expires at the end of 26-month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders meeting 21 MAY 2007 in resolution 8, the maximum nominal amount of capital increase to be carried out under this delegation authority shall not exceed EUR 2,000,000,000.00, the overall nominal amount of debt securities to be issued shall not exceed EUR 10,000,000,000.00 and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.12 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to issue by way of a public offering and or by way of an offer reserved for qualified investors in accordance with the Financial and Monetary code, with cancellation of the shareholders preferential subscription rights, shares in the Company or one of its subsidiaries; [Authority expires at the end of 26-month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders meeting 21 MAY 2007 in resolution 9, the maximum nominal amount of capital increase to be carried out under this delegation authority shall not exceed the overall value governed by the current legal and regulatory requirements, the overall amount of debt securities to be issued shall not exceed and shall count against, the overall value related to debt securities set forth in the previous resolution and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.13 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the number of securities to be issued, at the same price as the initial issue, within 30 days of the closing of the subscription period and up to a maximum of 15% of the initial issue, for each of the issues decided in accordance with resolutions 11 and 12, subject to the compliance with the overall value set forth in the resolution where the issue is decided; [Authority expires at the end of 26-month period] | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.14 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to issue Company’s shares or securities giving access to the Company’s existing or future shares, in consideration for securities tendered in a public exchange offer initiated in France or abroad by the Company concerning the shares of another listed Company; [Authority expires at the end of 26-month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders meeting 21 MAY 2007 in resolution 12 the maximum nominal amount of capital increase to be carried out under this delegation authority is set at EUR 1,500,000,000.00, the total nominal amount of capital increase to be carried out under this delegation of authority shall count against the overall value of capital increase set by resolution 12, the overall amount of debt securities to be issued shall not exceed and shall count against, the overall value related to debt securities set forth in the previous resolution 11 and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.15 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital up to a nominal overall amount representing 10% of the share capital by way of issuing Company’s shares or securities giving access to the existing or future shares, in consideration for the contributions in kind granted to the Company and comprised of capital securities or securities giving access to the share capital, the nominal overall value of capital increase resulting from the issues decided by virtue of the present resolution 12, the overall amount of debt securities to be issued shall not exceed and shall count against, the overall value related to debt securities set forth in the previous resolution 11; [Authority expires at the end of 26-month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders meeting of 21 MAY 2007 in resolution 13, and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.16 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase on one or more occasions, the share capital issuance of the Company’s shares to be subscribed either in cash or by offsetting of the debts, the maximum nominal amount increase to be carried out under this delegation of authority is set at EUR 70,000,000.00, this amount shall count against the ceiling set forth in Resolution 18, and to cancel the shareholders preferential subscription rights in favour of the holders of options giving the right to subscribe shares or shares of the Company Orange S.A., who signed a liquidity contract with the Company , and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; [Authority expires at the end of 18-month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders meeting of 27 MAY 2008 in resolution 13 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.17 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to proceed on 1 or more occasions with the issue and the allocation free of charge of liquidity instruments on options (“ILO”), in favour of the holders of options giving the right to subscribe shares of the Company Orange S.A., having signed a liquidity contract with the Company, the maximum nominal amount increase to be carried out under this delegation of authority is set at EUR 1,000,000.00 this amount shall count against the ceiling set forth in Resolution 18 and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; [Authority expires at the end of 18-month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders meeting of 27 MAY 2008 in Resolution 14 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.18 | | Adopt the 7 previous resolutions and approve to decides that the maximum nominal amount pertaining to the capital increases to be carried out with the use of the delegations given by these 7 resolutions set at EUR 3,500,000,000.00 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.19 | | Authorize the Board of Directors, to issue on 1 or more occasions, in France or abroad, and, or on the international market, any securities (Other than shares) giving right to the allocation of debt securities, the nominal amount of debt securities to be issued shall not exceed EUR 7,000,000,000.00 and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; [Authority expires at the end of 26-month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders meeting of 21 MAY 2007 in Resolution 18 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.20 | | Approve to delegate to the securities all powers to increase the share capital in 1 or more occasions, by way of capitalizing reserves, profits or premiums, provided that such capitalization is allowed by Law and under the Bye-Laws, by issuing bonus shares or raising the par value of existing shares, or by a combination of these methods, the ceiling of the nominal amount of capital increase resulting from the issues carried by virtue of the present delegation is set at EUR 2,000,000,000.00; [Authority expires at the end of 26-month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders meeting of 21 MAY 2007 in Resolution 19 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.21 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to grant for free on 1 or more occasions, existing shares in favour of the employees or the corporate officers of the Company and related groups or Companies, they may not represent more than 1% of the share capital and it has been decided to cancel the shareholder’s preferential subscription rights in favour of the beneficiaries mentioned above, and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; [Authority expires at the end of 38-month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders meeting of 21 MAY 2007 in Resolution 12 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.22 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital on 1 or more occasions by issuing shares or securities giving access to existing or future shares in the Company in favour of employees and former employees who are members of a Company Savings Plan of the France Telecom Group or by way of allocating free of charge shares or securities giving access to the Company’s existing or future shares, i.e., by way of capitalizing the reserves, profits or premiums, provided that such capitalization is allowed by Law under the Bye-Laws, the overall nominal value of capital increase resulting from the issues carried out by virtue of the present resolution is set at EUR 500,000,000.00, the ceiling of the nominal amount of France Telecom’s capital increase resulting from the issues carried out by capitalizing reserves, profits or premiums is also set at EUR 500,000,000.00 and it has been decided to cancel the shareholders preferential subscription rights in favour of the beneficiaries mentioned above and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; [Authority expires at the end of 6-month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders meeting of 27 MAY 2008 in Resolution 15 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.23 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to reduce the share capital on 1 or more occasions and at its sole discretion, by canceling all or part of the shares held by the Company in connection with repurchase plans authorized prior and posterior to the date of the present shareholders meeting and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; [Authority expires at the end of 18-month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders meeting of 27 MAY 2008 in Resolution 16 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.24 | | Grant full powers to the bearer of an original, a copy or extract of the minutes of this meeting to carry out all filings, publications and other formalities prescribed By Law | | Management | | For | | For |
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NEXANS, PARIS |
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Security | | F65277109 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 26-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000044448 | | Agenda | | 701922103 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative-to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following-applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve the unconsolidated accounts for the FYE on 31 DEC 2008; Management report; grant discharge to the Board Members | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Approve the consolidated accounts for the FYE on 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve the distribution of profits and determine the dividend | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Approve the agreements referred to in Article L.225-38 of the Commercial Code | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Approve the regulated commitments made in favor of Frederic Vincent as Chairman-General Manager | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.6 | | Approve the attendance allowances to the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.7 | | Ratify the transfer of the headquarters | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.8 | | Appoint temporary and permanent Statutory Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.9 | | Authorize the Board of Directors in order to operate on the Company’s shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.10 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to reduce the share capital by cancellation of treasury shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.11 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital, by issuing common shares with maintenance of preferential subscription rights | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.12 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital by issuing-without preferential subscription rights-securities representing claims access to the Company’s capital, subjected to a common ceiling of EUR 4 million into nominal with the 13th resolution | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.13 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to issue shares, securities or securities giving access to capital in case of a public offer exchange initiated by the Company on its own securities or securities of another Company, subjected to a common ceiling of EUR 4 million into nominal with the 12th resolution | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.14 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to decide on the increase of the number of securities to be issued in case of capital increase with or without preferential subscription rights within the limits set in the ceiling of 11th, 12th and 13th resolutions | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.15 | | Approve the possibility to issue common shares or securities giving access to capital, limited to 5% of the share capital in compensation of contributions in kind relating to equity securities or securities giving access to capital | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.16 | | Approve the delegation of competence to the Board of Directors to decide a capital increase by incorporation of premiums, reserves or benefits | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.17 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to decide on the increase of the share capital by issuing shares or securities giving access to capital reserved for Savings Plans’ Members with cancellation of preferential subscription rights to these remaining within the limits of EUR 400,000 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.18 | | Authorize the Board of Directors in order to grant options to subscribe or purchase shares in the limit of EUR 400,000 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.19 | | Grant powers for formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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EV3 INC. |
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Security | | 26928A200 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | EVVV | | Meeting Date | | 26-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US26928A2006 | | Agenda | | 933050700 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JEFFREY B. CHILD | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN L. MICLOT | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: THOMAS E. TIMBIE | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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02 | | TO CONSIDER A PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE SELECTION OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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GAMESA CORPORACION TECHNOLOGICA S A |
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Security | | E54667113 | | Meeting Type | | Ordinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 28-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | ES0143416115 | | Agenda | | 701921656 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE EVENT THE MEETING DOES NOT REACH QUORUM, THERE WILL BE A SECOND CALL ON 29 MAY 2009. CONSEQUENTLY, YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS WILL REMAIN VALID FOR ALL CALLS UNLESS THE AGENDA IS AMENDED. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve the individual and consolidated annual accounts of the exercise 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the application of the result and the distribution of the dividend | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approve the management report of the company and consolidated group | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Approve the management of the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Ratify the Board Member of Iberdrola with the Calification of dominical External Member | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Ratify the appointment of Mr. Carles Fernandez-Lerga with Calification of other External Board Members | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Re-elect the Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Authorize the Board of Directors for the derivated acquisition of own shares until max of 5% leaving without effect the previous agreements approved in the OGM of 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Approve the Incentive Plan to long-term through the deliver of shares of the Company included in the strategic plan 2009-2011, delegation of the faculties for the execution of this retribution system | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Approve the delegation of the faculties for the execution of the agreements in the OGM | | Management | | For | | For |
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THE HOME DEPOT, INC. |
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Security | | 437076102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | HD | | Meeting Date | | 28-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US4370761029 | | Agenda | | 933042866 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: F. DUANE ACKERMAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID H. BATCHELDER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: FRANCIS S. BLAKE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ARI BOUSBIB | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GREGORY D. BRENNEMAN | | Management | | For | �� | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ALBERT P. CAREY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ARMANDO CODINA | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: BONNIE G. HILL | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: KAREN L. KATEN | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS THE INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM OF THE COMPANY FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JANUARY 31, 2010. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO AMEND THE SIXTH ARTICLE OF THE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION TO ALLOW HOLDERS OF AT LEAST 25% OF SHARES OF THE COMPANY’S OUTSTANDING COMMON STOCK TO CALL A SPECIAL MEETING OF SHAREHOLDERS. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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04 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING CUMULATIVE VOTING. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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05 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING SPECIAL SHAREHOLDER MEETINGS. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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06 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING EMPLOYMENT DIVERSITY REPORT. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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07 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING EXECUTIVE OFFICER COMPENSATION. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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08 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING ENERGY USAGE. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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JUNIPER NETWORKS, INC. |
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Security | | 48203R104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | JNPR | | Meeting Date | | 28-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US48203R1041 | | Agenda | | 933053833 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 SCOTT KRIENS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 STRATTON SCLAVOS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 WILLIAM R. STENSRUD | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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02 | | APPROVAL OF: (I) THE PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE JUNIPER NETWORKS, INC. 2006 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN (THE “2006 PLAN”), AND (II) THE MATERIAL TERMS OF THE 2006 PLAN FOR PURPOSES OF COMPLYING WITH INTERNAL REVENUE CODE SECTION 162(M). | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | RATIFICATION OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP, AN INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM, AS AUDITORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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COVIDIEN LTD. |
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Security | | G2552X108 | | Meeting Type | | Special |
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Ticker Symbol | | COV | | Meeting Date | | 28-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | BMG2552X1083 | | Agenda | | 933074851 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | APPROVAL OF THE SCHEME OF ARRANGEMENT ATTACHED TO THE ACCOMPANYING PROXY STATEMENT AS ANNEX A. | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | IF THE SCHEME OF ARRANGEMENT IS APPROVED, AND IN CONNECTION WITH SCHEME OF ARRANGEMENT AND REORGANIZATION, APPROVAL OF CREATION OF DISTRIBUTABLE RESERVES OF COVIDIEN PLC (THROUGH REDUCTION OF SHARE PREMIUM ACCOUNT OF COVIDIEN PLC) THAT WAS PREVIOUSLY APPROVED BY COVIDIEN LTD. AND OTHER CURRENT SHAREHOLDERS OF COVIDIEN PLC (AS DESCRIBED IN THE ACCOMPANYING PROXY STATEMENT). | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | APPROVAL OF THE MOTION TO ADJOURN THE MEETING TO A LATER DATE TO SOLICIT ADDITIONAL PROXIES IF THERE ARE INSUFFICIENT PROXIES TO APPROVE THE SCHEME OF ARRANGEMENT AT THE TIME OF THE MEETING. | | Management | | For | | For |
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LOWE’S COMPANIES, INC. |
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Security | | 548661107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | LOW | | Meeting Date | | 29-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US5486611073 | | Agenda | | 933047359 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 PETER C. BROWNING | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 MARSHALL O. LARSEN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 STEPHEN F. PAGE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 O. TEMPLE SLOAN, JR. | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO APPROVE AMENDMENTS TO THE COMPANY’S 2006 LONG TERM INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | TO APPROVE AMENDMENTS TO LOWE’S ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION ELIMINATING ALL REMAINING SUPERMAJORITY VOTE REQUIREMENTS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING REINCORPORATING IN NORTH DAKOTA. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
| | | | |
06 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING HEALTH CARE REFORM PRINCIPLES. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
| | | | |
07 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING SEPARATING THE ROLES OF CHAIRMAN AND CEO. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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ALCATEL-LUCENT |
| | | |
Security | | 013904305 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | ALU | | Meeting Date | | 29-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US0139043055 | | Agenda | | 933069278 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
O1 | | APPROVAL OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O2 | | APPROVAL OF THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O3 | | RESULTS FOR FISCAL YEAR - APPROPRIATION. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O4 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF PHILIPPE CAMUS AS MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O5 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF BEN VERWAAYEN AS MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O6 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF STUART E. EIZENSTAT AS MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O7 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF LOUIS R. HUGHES AS MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O8 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF JEAN C. MONTY AS MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O9 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF OLIVIER PIOU AS MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O10 | | RENEWAL OF THE TERM OF OFFICE OF SYLVIA JAY AS MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O11 | | RENEWAL OF THE TERM OF OFFICE OF JEAN-CYRIL SPINETTA AS MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O12 | | APPROVAL OF REGULATED AGREEMENT WHICH REMAINED IN FORCE DURING THE FISCAL YEAR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O13 | | APPROVAL OF THE COMMITMENTS IN FAVOR OF THE CHAIRMAN, ENTERED INTO ACCORDING TO ARTICLE L. 225- 42-1 OF THE FRENCH COMMERCIAL CODE WITH RESPECT TO THE ALLOCATION OF RESTRICTED STOCK UNITS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O14 | | APPROVAL OF THE COMMITMENTS IN FAVOR OF THE CEO, ENTERED INTO ACCORDING TO ARTICLE L. 225-42-1 OF THE FRENCH COMMERCIAL CODE WITH RESPECT TO THE ALLOCATION OF RESTRICTED STOCK UNITS AND STOCK OPTIONS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O15 | | APPROVAL OF THE COMMITMENTS IN FAVOR OF THE CEO, ENTERED INTO ACCORDING TO ARTICLE L. 225-42-1 OF THE FRENCH COMMERCIAL CODE WITH RESPECT TO THE PENSION BENEFITS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O16 | | AUTHORIZATION TO BE GIVEN TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO ALLOW THE COMPANY TO PURCHASE AND SELL ITS OWN SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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E17 | | AUTHORIZATION TO BE GIVEN TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO REDUCE THE SHARE CAPITAL OF THE COMPANY BY CANCELLATION OF THE TREASURY SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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E18 | | DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY TO BE GIVEN TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO PROCEED WITH THE ISSUE WITHOUT CANCELLATION OF PREFERENTIAL SUBSCRIPTION RIGHTS OF ORDINARY SHARES AND OF SECURITIES CONFERRING AN IMMEDIATE OR FUTURE RIGHT TO THE SHARE CAPITAL OF THE COMPANY OR OF ITS AFFILIATES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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E19 | | DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY TO BE GIVEN TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO PROCEED WITH THE ISSUE WITH CANCELLATION OF PREFERENTIAL SUBSCRIPTION RIGHTS, OF (I) ORDINARY SHARES AND ANY SECURITIES CONFERRING AN IMMEDIATE OR FUTURE RIGHT TO THE SHARE CAPITAL OF THE COMPANY OR OF ITS AFFILIATES, OR OF (II) COMPANY ORDINARY SHARES WHICH CONFERS A RIGHT TO THE ISSUANCE OF SECURITIES TO BE ISSUED BY SUBSIDIARIES, INCLUDING FOR THE PURPOSES OF REMUNERATING SECURITIES THAT ARE TENDERED IN CONNECTION WITH AN EXCHANGE OFFER. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
E20 | | DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY TO BE GIVEN TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO CARRY OUT A SHARE CAPITAL INCREASE TO REMUNERATE CONTRIBUTIONS IN KIND OF CAPITAL STOCK OR MARKETABLE SECURITIES GIVING ACCESS TO THE CAPITAL OF THIRD-PARTY COMPANIES. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
E21 | | AGGREGATE LIMIT TO THE AMOUNT OF ISSUANCES CARRIED OUT BY VIRTUE OF THE 18TH, 19TH, AND 20TH RESOLUTIONS. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
E22 | | DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY TO BE GIVEN TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO INCREASE THE SHARE CAPITAL OF THE COMPANY BY INCORPORATION OF RESERVES, PROFITS OR PREMIUMS. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
E23 | | DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY TO BE GIVEN TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO DECIDE ON THE DISPOSAL OR INCREASE OF SHARE CAPITAL BY THE ISSUANCE OF SHARES RESERVED TO THE PARTICIPANTS IN A COMPANY SAVINGS PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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E24 | | POWERS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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E25 | | AMENDMENTS OR NEW RESOLUTIONS PROPOSED AT THE MEETING. (IF YOU CAST YOUR VOTE IN FAVOR OF RESOLUTION 25, YOU ARE GIVING DISCRETION TO THE CHAIRMAN OF THE MEETING TO VOTE FOR OR AGAINST ANY AMENDMENTS OR NEW RESOLUTIONS THAT MAY BE PROPOSED). | | Management | | For | | For |
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CALIPER LIFE SCIENCES, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 130872104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | CALP | | Meeting Date | | 02-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US1308721042 | | Agenda | | 933073912 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 DAVID W. CARTER | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 2 E. KEVIN HRUSOVSKY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 KATHRYN A. TUNSTALL | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | TO RATIFY THE SELECTION BY THE AUDIT COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS INDEPENDENT AUDITORS OF THE COMPANY FOR ITS FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | APPROVAL OF OUR 2009 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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DICK’S SPORTING GOODS, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 253393102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | DKS | | Meeting Date | | 03-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US2533931026 | | Agenda | | 933058186 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 WILLIAM J. COLOMBO | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 DAVID I. FUENTE | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 LARRY D. STONE | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2 | | RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTRED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. | | Management | | For | | For |
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RIVERBED TECHNOLOGY, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 768573107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | RVBD | | Meeting Date | | 03-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US7685731074 | | Agenda | | 933067604 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 JERRY M. KENNELLY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 STANLEY J. MERESMAN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM OF RIVERBED TECHNOLOGY, INC. FOR ITS FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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ALSTRIA OFFICE REIT-AKTIENGESELLSCHAFT, HAMBURG |
| | | |
Security | | D0378R100 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 10-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | DE000A0LD2U1 | | Agenda | | 701926276 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | AS A CONDITION OF VOTING, GERMAN MARKET REGULATIONS REQUIRE THAT YOU DISCLOSE WHETHER YOU HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST IN THIS COMPANY. SHOULD EITHER BE THE CASE, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE SO THAT WE MAY LODGE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS ACCORDINGLY. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST, SUBMIT YOUR VOTE AS NORMAL. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THE TRUE RECORD DATE FOR THIS MEETING IS 20 MAY 2009, WHEREAS THE MEETING HAS BEEN SETUP USING THE ACTUAL RECORD DATE - 1 BUSINESS DAY. THIS IS DONE TO ENSURE THAT ALL POSITIONS REPORTED ARE IN CONCURRENCE WITH THE GERMAN LAW. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Presentation of the financial statements and annual report for the 2008 FY with the report of the Supervisory board, the Group financial statements and group annual report as well as the report by the Board of Managing Directors pursuant to sections 289(4) and 315(4) of the German commercial code | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2. | | Resolution on the appropriation of the distributable profit of EUR 28,500,000 as follows: payment of a dividend of EUR 0.52 per no-par share EUR 76,869.68 shall be carried forward ex-dividend and payable date: 29 JUN 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3. | | Ratification of the acts of the Board of Managing Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4. | | Ratification of the acts of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5. | | Appointment of the Auditors: 1) for the 2009 FY: PricewaterhouseCoopers Ag, Berlin; 2) for the review of the interim half-year financial statements: PricewaterhouseCoopers AG, Berlin | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
6. | | Elect Mr. Roger Lee to the Supervisory Board | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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7. | | Renewal of the authorization to acquire own shares the Company shall be authorized to acquire own shares of up to 10% of its share capital, at prices neither more than 10% above nor more than 20% below the market price of the shares, on or before 09 DEC 2010 the board of Managing Directors shall be authorized to sell the shares on the stock exchange or to offer them to all shareholders, to dispose of the shares in a manner other than the stock exchange or an offer to all shareholders if the shares are sold at a price not materially below their market price, to use the shares in connection with mergers and acquisitions or for satisfying conversion or option rights, to use the shares as: employee shares or within the scope of the company’s stock option plan and the convertible profit-sharing rights programme, and to retire the shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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8.A. | | Approve Issuance of Warrants/Bonds with Warrants Attached/Convertible Bonds without Preemptive Rights up to Aggregate Nominal Amount of EUR 125 Million Approve Creation of EUR 12.8 Million Pool of Conditional Capital to Guarantee Conversion Rights | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
8.B. | | Approve Issuance of Warrants/Bonds with Warrants Attached/Convertible Bonds without Preemptive Rights up to Aggregate Nominal Amount of EUR 140 Million Approve Creation of EUR 12.8 Million Pool of Capital to Guarantee Conversion Rights | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Amendments to the Articles of Association, regarding the convocations of and attendance at shareholders’ meetings in connection with the implementation of the shareholders’ rights act (arug) a) amendments aa) Section 14(2), in respect of the day of the announcement not being counted bb) Section 14(3), in respect of the registrations and proof of shareholding being transmitted to the Company at least six days prior to the meeting, not counting the day of receipt cc) Section 15(3), in respect of proxy-voting instructions being issues in written form, the company offering at least one way to communicate the instructions via electronic means b) the Board of Managing Directors shall enter the above amendments into the commercial register only if and when the respective provisions of the arug come into effect | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Amendment to Section 17(1), in respect of the general meeting being authorized to adopt a resolution on paying a dividend in kind instead of a cash dividend | | Management | | For | | For |
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TAIWAN SEMICONDUCTOR MFG. CO. LTD. |
| | | |
Security | | 874039100 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | TSM | | Meeting Date | | 10-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US8740391003 | | Agenda | | 933090211 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | TO ACCEPT 2008 BUSINESS REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | TO APPROVE THE PROPOSAL FOR DISTRIBUTION OF 2008 PROFITS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | TO APPROVE THE CAPITALIZATION OF 2008 DIVIDENDS, 2008 EMPLOYEE PROFIT SHARING, AND CAPITAL SURPLUS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | TO REVISE INTERNAL POLICIES AND RULES AS FOLLOWS: (A) PROCEDURES FOR LENDING FUNDS TO OTHER PARTIES (B) PROCEDURES FOR ENDORSEMENT AND GUARANTEE | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | DIRECTORS | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 MR. MORRIS CHANG | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 MR. F.C. TSENG | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 MR. RICK TSAI | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 MR. TAIN-JY CHEN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 SIR P. LEAHY BONFIELD | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 MR. STAN SHIH | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 MS. CARLY FIORINA | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 MR. THOMAS J ENGIBOUS | | | | For | | For |
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BIOMERIEUX, MARCY L’ETOILE |
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Security | | F1149Y109 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 11-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0010096479 | | Agenda | | 701950493 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | “French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative” | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | Reports of the Board of Directors and the Statutory Auditors | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | Report of the Chairman referred to in Article L.225-37 of the Commercial Code | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | Approval of the agreements referred to in Article L.225-38 of the Commercial Code | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve the unconsolidated accounts for the FYE on 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Approve the consolidated accounts for the FYE on 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve the distribution of profits for the 2008 FY | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Approve the regulated agreements concluded by the Company and presented in the special report of the Statutory Auditors | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.5 | | Authorize the Board of Directors for the Company to buy its own securities | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.6 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to reduce the share capital by cancellation of shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.7 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital by issuing shares or warrants, within the limit of 35% of the share capital, with maintenance of preferential subscription rights of shareholders | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
E.8 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital by issuing shares or warrants, within the limit of 35% of the share capital, with cancellation of preferential subscription rights | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.9 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital by issuing shares or warrants, within the limit of 10% of the share capital, with cancellation of preferential subscription rights, in accordance with Article L.225-136 1st paragraph 2 of the Commercial Code, within the framework of the issue known as ‘The need arises’ | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.10 | | Authorize the Board of Directors in order to increase the capital, by issuing common shares or any warrants giving access to the capital, with cancellation of preferential subscription rights, within the annual limit of 20% of the capital, through a private placement reserved to qualified investors or to a restricted circle of investors | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.11 | | Approve the powers delegated in order to increase the capital, with cancellation of preferential subscription rights, to remunerate contributions of securities, within the framework of an exchange public offer or contributions in kind on the Company’s securities | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.12 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the number of shares, securities or warrants to be issued in case of a capital increase, with or without preferential subscription rights | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.13 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital by incorporation of reserves, premium, profits or other | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.14 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to carry out a capital increase reserved for the employees who are members of a Company Savings Plan | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.15 | | Grant full powers to the bearer of an original or extract of this report in order to accomplish all legal formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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STAAR SURGICAL COMPANY |
| | | |
Security | | 852312305 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | STAA | | Meeting Date | | 11-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US8523123052 | | Agenda | | 933074469 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 DON BAILEY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 BARRY CALDWELL | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 DAVID BAILEY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 DONALD DUFFY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 5 DAVID MORRISON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 6 JOHN MOORE | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2 | | RATIFY THE SELECTION OF BDO SEIDMAN, LLP, AS STAAR’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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INFINERA CORPORATION |
| | | |
Security | | 45667G103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | INFN | | Meeting Date | | 11-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US45667G1031 | | Agenda | | 933074510 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAN MAYDAN, PH.D. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JAGDEEP SINGH | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM OF INFINERA CORPORATION FOR ITS FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 26, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVAL OF A STOCK OPTION EXCHANGE PROGRAM. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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AUTODESK, INC. |
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Security | | 052769106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ADSK | | Meeting Date | | 11-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | US0527691069 | | Agenda | | 933075548 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CARL BASS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CRAWFORD W. BEVERIDGE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: J. HALLAM DAWSON | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PER-KRISTIAN HALVORSEN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: SEAN M. MALONEY | �� | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ELIZABETH A. NELSON | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CHARLES J. ROBEL | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: STEVEN M. WEST | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS AUTODESK’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JANUARY 31, 2010. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE THE 2010 OUTSIDE DIRECTORS’ STOCK PLAN. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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SALESFORCE.COM, INC. |
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Security | | 79466L302 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | CRM | | Meeting Date | | 11-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | US79466L3024 | | Agenda | | 933082682 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 CRAIG RAMSEY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 SANFORD ROBERTSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 MAYNARD WEBB | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JANUARY 31, 2010. | | Management | | For | | For |
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ARKEMA, COLOMBES |
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Security | | F0392W125 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 15-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0010313833 | | Agenda | | 701979140 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST”. A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN AMENDMENT TO MEETING ID 564617 DUE TO RECEIPT OF ADDITIONAL RESOLUTIONS ALL VOTES RECEIVED ON THE PREVIOUS MEETING WILL BE DISREGARDED AND YOU WILL NEED TO REINSTRUCT ON THIS MEETING NOTICE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve the annual accounts for the FYE on 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Approve the consolidated accounts for the FYE on 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve the distribution of profits for the FYE on 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Approve the agreement referred to in Article L.225-38 of the Commercial Code. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Approve the agreement referred to in Article L.225-42-1 of the Commercial Code | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.6 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to operate on the Company’s shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.7 | | Approve the renewal of Mr. Thierry Le Henaff’s mandate as a Board Member | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.8 | | Approve the renewal of Mr. Francois Enaud’s mandate as a Board Member | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.9 | | Approve the renewal of Mr. Bernard Kasriel’s mandate as a Board Member | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.10 | | Approve the renewal of Mr. Laurent Mignon’s mandate as a Board Member | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.11 | | Approve the renewal of Mr. Thierry Morin’s mandate as a Board Member | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.12 | | Approve the renewal of Mr. Jean-Pierre Seeuw’s mandate as a Board Member | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.13 | | Approve the renewal of Mr. Tidjane Thaim’s mandate as a Board Member | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.14 | | Approve the renewal of Mr. Philippe Vassor’s mandate as a Board Member | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.15 | | Approve the nomination of Mr. Marc Pandraud as a Board Member | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.16 | | Approve the modification of Article 10.12 of the Statute concerning the terms of the Board Members’ duties | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.17 | | Authorize certain Group’s Employees and Corporate Managers of the Company or Group’s Companies to grant options, giving right to the subscription of new shares or buy the Company’s shares | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.18 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to freely allocate the Company’s shares | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.19 | | Authorize the Board of Directors in order to carry out capital increase reserved for employees who are members of a Company Savings Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.20 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to reduce the share capital by cancellation of shares held by the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.21 | | Powers for formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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MEDIACOM COMMUNICATIONS CORPORATION |
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Security | | 58446K105 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | MCCC | | Meeting Date | | 16-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | US58446K1051 | | Agenda | | 933078366 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 ROCCO B. COMMISSO | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 2 MARK E. STEPHAN | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 3 THOMAS V. REIFENHEISER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 NATALE S. RICCIARDI | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 SCOTT W. SEATON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 ROBERT L. WINIKOFF | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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02 | | TO AMEND OUR NON-EMPLOYEE DIRECTORS EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF SHARES OF OUR CLASS A COMMON STOCK RESERVED FOR ISSUANCE FROM 500,000 TO 1,250,000. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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03 | | TO RATIFY THE SELECTION OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT AUDITORS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | TO TRANSACT SUCH OTHER BUSINESS AS MAY PROPERLY COME BEFORE THE MEETING OR ANY ADJOURNMENT OR POSTPONEMENT THEREOF. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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KEYENCE CORPORATION |
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Security | | J32491102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 18-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | JP3236200006 | | Agenda | | 701997059 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | Approve Appropriation of Profits | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
2 | | Amend Articles to: Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the other Updated Laws and Regulations, Expand Business Lines, Adopt Restriction to the Rights for Odd Lot Shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.1 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
3.2 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.3 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.4 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.5 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.6 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4 | | Appoint a Substitute Corporate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
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INVERNESS MEDICAL INNOVATIONS, INC. |
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Security | | 46126P106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | IMA | | Meeting Date | | 18-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | US46126P1066 | | Agenda | | 933082024 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 CAROL R. GOLDBERG | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 JAMES ROOSEVELT, JR. | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 RON ZWANZIGER | | | | For | | For |
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2 | | APPROVAL OF AN INCREASE TO THE NUMBER OF SHARES OF COMMON STOCK AVAILABLE FOR ISSUANCE UNDER THE INVERNESS MEDICAL INNOVATIONS, INC. 2001 STOCK OPTION AND INCENTIVE PLAN BY 1,000,000, FROM 11,074,081 TO 12,074,081. | | Management | | For | | For |
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3 | | APPROVAL OF AN INCREASE TO THE NUMBER OF SHARES OF COMMON STOCK AVAILABLE FOR ISSUANCE UNDER THE INVERNESS MEDICAL INNOVATIONS, INC. 2001 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN BY 1,000,000, FROM 1,000,000 TO 2,000,000. | | Management | | For | | For |
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4 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF BDO SEIDMAN, LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS FOR OUR FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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RRI ENERGY, INC. |
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Security | | 74971X107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | RRI | | Meeting Date | | 18-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | US74971X1072 | | Agenda | | 933093801 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: E. WILLIAM BARNETT | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MARK M. JACOBS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: STEVEN L. MILLER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LAREE E. PEREZ | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: EVAN J. SILVERSTEIN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE SELECTION OF KPMG LLP AS RRI ENERGY, INC.’S INDEPENDENT AUDITOR FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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TOKYO ELECTRON LIMITED |
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Security | | J86957115 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 19-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | JP3571400005 | | Agenda | | 701974683 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | Please reference meeting materials. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Amend Articles to: Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the other Updated Laws and Regulations | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.1 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.2 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.3 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.4 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.5 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.6 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.7 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.8 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.9 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.10 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.11 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.12 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.13 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.1 | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.2 | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
4. | | Approve Payment of Bonuses to Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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DAIWA SECURITIES GROUP INC. |
| | | |
Security | | J11718111 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 20-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | JP3502200003 | | Agenda | | 701977437 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | Please reference meeting materials. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Amend Articles to: Expand Business Lines, Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the Other Updated Laws and Regulations | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.1 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.2 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.3 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.4 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.5 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.6 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.7 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.8 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.9 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | | | |
2.10 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.11 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.12 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.13 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.14 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3. | | Approve Issuance of Share Acquisition Rights as Stock Options | | Management | | For | | For |
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SANTEN PHARMACEUTICAL CO., LTD. |
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Security | | J68467109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 24-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | JP3336000009 | | Agenda | | 701982488 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | Please reference meeting materials. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve Appropriation of Retained Earnings | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2. | | Amend Articles to: Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the Other Updated Laws and Regulations | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.1 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.2 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.3 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.4 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.5 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.6 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.7 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4. | | Approve Provision of Retirement Allowance for Retiring Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5. | | Approve Issuance of Share Acquisition Rights as Stock Options for the Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
6. | | Approve Issuance of Share Acquisition Rights as Stock Options for the Corporate Officers | | Management | | For | | For |
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SQUARE ENIX HOLDINGS CO., LTD. |
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Security | | J7659R109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 24-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | JP3164630000 | | Agenda | | 701982692 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | Please reference meeting materials. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
1. | | Approve Appropriation of Retained Earnings | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2. | | Amend Articles to: Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the Other Updated Laws and Regulations | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.1 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.2 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.3 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.4 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.5 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4. | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
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THE HACHIJUNI BANK, LTD. |
| | | |
Security | | J17976101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 24-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | JP3769000005 | | Agenda | | 701991184 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | Please reference meeting materials. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
1. | | Approve Appropriation of Retained Earnings | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2. | | Amend Articles to: Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the Other Updated Laws and Regulations | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.1 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.2 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.3 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.4 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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THE CHUGOKU BANK, LIMITED |
| | | |
Security | | J07014103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 24-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | JP3521000004 | | Agenda | | 701998330 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | Approve Appropriation of Profits | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2 | | Amend Articles to: Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the other Updated Laws and Regulations, Allow Board to Make Rules Governing Exercise of Shareholders’ Rights | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
3.1 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.2 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.3 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.4 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.5 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.6 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.7 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.8 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.9 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.10 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.11 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.12 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.13 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.14 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.15 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4 | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5 | | Approve Payment of Bonuses to Directors and Corporate Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
6 | | Approve Provision of Retirement Allowance for Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
7 | | Approve Payment of Accrued Benefits associated with Abolition of Retirement Benefit System for Current Corporate Officers | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
8 | | Amend the Compensation to be received by Directors and Corporate Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
9 | | Authorize Use of Stock Option Plan for Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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QIAGEN N.V. |
| | | |
Security | | N72482107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | QGEN | | Meeting Date | | 24-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | NL0000240000 | | Agenda | | 933098825 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | PROPOSAL TO ADOPT THE ANNUAL ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2008 (“FISCAL YEAR 2008”). | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | TO APPROVE THE PERFORMANCE OF THE MANAGING BOARD DURING FISCAL YEAR 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | TO APPROVE PERFORMANCE OF THE SUPERVISORY BOARD DURING FISCAL YEAR 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4A | | ELECTION OF SUPERVISORY DIRECTOR: PROF. DR. DETLEV RIESNER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4B | | ELECTION OF SUPERVISORY DIRECTOR: DR. WERNER BRANDT | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4C | | ELECTION OF SUPERVISORY DIRECTOR: DR. METIN COLPAN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4D | | ELECTION OF SUPERVISORY DIRECTOR: MR. ERIK HORNNAESS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4E | | ELECTION OF SUPERVISORY DIRECTOR: PROF. DR. MANFRED KAROBATH | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4F | | ELECTION OF SUPERVISORY DIRECTOR: MR. HEINO VON PRONDZYNSKI | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5A | | ELECTION OF MANAGING DIRECTOR: MR. PEER SCHATZ | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5B | | ELECTION OF MANAGING DIRECTOR: MR. ROLAND SACKERS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5C | | ELECTION OF MANAGING DIRECTOR: DR. JOACHIM SCHORR | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5D | | ELECTION OF MANAGING DIRECTOR: MR. BERND UDER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
06 | | PROPOSAL TO REAPPOINT ERNST & YOUNG ACCOUNTANTS AS AUDITORS OF THE COMPANY FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
07 | | TO AUTHORIZE THE MANAGING BOARD, UNTIL DECEMBER 24, 2010, TO ACQUIRE SHARES IN THE COMPANY’S OWN SHARE CAPITAL. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
TAKEDA PHARMACEUTICAL COMPANY LIMITED |
| | | |
Security | | J8129E108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 25-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | JP3463000004 | | Agenda | | 701984761 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | Please reference meeting materials. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
1. | | Approve Appropriation of Retained Earnings | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2. | | Amend Articles to: Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the Other Updated Laws and Regulations | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.1 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.2 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.3 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.4 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.5 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.6 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4.1 | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4.2 | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
5. | | Approve Payment of Bonuses to Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
KAO CORPORATION |
| | | |
Security | | J30642169 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 26-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | JP3205800000 | | Agenda | | 701977297 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | Please reference meeting materials. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
1. | | Approve Appropriation of Retained Earnings | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2. | | Amend Articles to: Change Business Lines, Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the other Updated Laws and Regulations | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3. | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4. | | Appoint a Substitute Corporate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5. | | Delegation to the Meeting of the Board of Directors of the Company of Determination of Matters for Offering of Stock Acquisition Rights to be Issued as Stock Options | | Management | | For | | For |
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SUZUKI MOTOR CORPORATION |
| | | |
Security | | J78529138 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 26-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | JP3397200001 | | Agenda | | 701977413 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | Please reference meeting materials. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
1. | | Approve Appropriation of Retained Earnings | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2. | | Amend Articles to: Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the other Updated Laws and Regulations | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.1 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.2 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.3 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.4 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.5 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.6 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.7 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.8 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.9 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.10 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.11 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4. | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5. | | Approve Payment of Bonuses to Corporate Officers | | Management | | For | | For |
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THE SUMITOMO TRUST AND BANKING COMPANY, LIMITED |
| | | |
Security | | J77970101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 26-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | JP3405000005 | | Agenda | | 701988074 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | Please reference meeting materials. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
1. | | Approve Appropriation of Retained Earnings | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2. | | Amend Articles to: Increase Authorized Capital to 3,400,000,000 shs., Establish Articles Related to Class 2 Preferred Shares, Class 3 Preferred Shares and Class 4 Preferred Shares and Class Shareholders Meetings, Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the Other Updated Laws and Regulations | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.1 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.2 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.3 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.4 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.5 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.6 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.7 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.8 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.9 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.10 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.11 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.12 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4.1 | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4.2 | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
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FANUC LTD. |
| | | |
Security | | J13440102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 26-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | JP3802400006 | | Agenda | | 701990877 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | Please reference meeting materials. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
1. | | Approve Appropriation of Retained Earnings | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2. | | Amend Articles to: Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the Other Updated Laws and Regulations | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.1 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.2 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.3 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.4 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.5 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.6 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.7 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.8 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.9 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.10 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.11 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.12 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.13 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.14 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4. | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
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MITSUBISHI UFJ FINANCIAL GROUP, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | J44497105 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 26-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | JP3902900004 | | Agenda | | 701996110 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | Please reference meeting materials. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
1. | | Approve Appropriation of Retained Earnings | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2. | | Amend Articles to: Allow Use of Electronic Systems for Public Notifications, Reduce Authorized Capital to 33,920,001,000 shs. due to the retirement of Class 8 Preferred Shares and Class 12 Preferred Shares, Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the Other Updated Laws and Regulations | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.1 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.2 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.3 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.4 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.5 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.6 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.7 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.8 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.9 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.10 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.11 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.12 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.13 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.14 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.15 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
3.16 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.17 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
4.1 | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4.2 | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
4.3 | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
4.4 | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
SANKYO CO., LTD. |
| | | |
Security | | J67844100 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 26-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | JP3326410002 | | Agenda | | 702005352 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | Approve Appropriation of Profits | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2 | | Amend Articles to: Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the other Updated Laws and Regulations | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
KOMERI CO., LTD. |
| | | |
Security | | J3590M101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 26-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | JP3305600003 | | Agenda | | 702013513 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | Approve Appropriation of Profits | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2 | | Amend Articles to: Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the other Updated Laws and Regulations, Expand Business Lines | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.1 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.2 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.3 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.4 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.5 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
3.6 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.7 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.8 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4 | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5 | | Approve Provision of Retirement Allowance for Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
6 | | Approve Extension of Anti-Takeover Defense Measures | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | | | |
|
ORTHOFIX INTERNATIONAL N.V. |
| | | |
Security | | N6748L102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | OFIX | | Meeting Date | | 30-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | ANN6748L1027 | | Agenda | | 933110277 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 JAMES F. GERO | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 JERRY C. BENJAMIN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 CHARLES W. FEDERICO | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 GUY J. JORDAN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 5 THOMAS J. KESTER | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 6 ALAN W. MILINAZZO | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 7 MARIA SAINZ | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 8 WALTER P. VON WARTBURG | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 9 KENNETH R. WEISSHAAR | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE AMENDMENT AND RESTATEMENT OF THE AMENDED AND RESTATED 2004 LONG-TERM INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
03 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE AMENDED AND RESTATED STOCK PURCHASE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE THE MATERIAL TERMS FOR THE PAYMENT OF INCENTIVE COMPENSATION TO THE COMPANY’S MOST HIGHLY COMPENSATED EXECUTIVE OFFICERS TO PERMIT SECTION 162(M) DEDUCTIBILITY. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
05 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE THE BALANCE SHEET AND INCOME STATEMENT AT AND FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
06 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE SELECTION OF ERNST & YOUNG AS THE INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR ORTHOFIX AND ITS SUBSIDIARIES FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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SALESFORCE.COM, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 79466L302 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | CRM | | Meeting Date | | 10-Jul-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US79466L3024 | | Agenda | | 932916022 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 MARC BENIOFF | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 CRAIG CONWAY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 ALAN HASSENFELD | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JANUARY 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE COMPANY’S 2004 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN TO ELIMINATE THE ANNUAL AUTOMATIC SHARE REPLENISHMENT FROM SUCH PLAN AND INCREASE THE NUMBER OF SHARES AUTHORIZED FOR GRANT BY AN INCREMENTAL 7,500,000 SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE COMPANY’S 2004 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN TO ENABLE INCENTIVE COMPENSATION UNDER SUCH PLAN TO QUALIFY AS “PERFORMANCE BASED COMPENSATION” WITHIN THE MEANING OF INTERNAL REVENUE CODE SECTION 162(M). | | Management | | For | | For |
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THE E.W. SCRIPPS COMPANY |
| | | |
Security | | 811054204 | | Meeting Type | | Special |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | SSP | | Meeting Date | | 15-Jul-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US8110542045 | | Agenda | | 932928611 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | TO APPROVE THE AMENDMENT TO THE COMPANY’S AMENDED AND RESTATED ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION TO EFFECT THE 1-FOR-3 REVERSE SHARE SPLIT AND CORRESPONDING REDUCTION IN STATED CAPITAL. | | Management | | For | | For |
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SUEZ, PARIS |
| | | |
Security | | F90131115 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 16-Jul-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | FR0000120529 | | Agenda | | 701640561 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative-to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
E.1 | | Approve the Merger by absorption of rivolam | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
E.2 | | Approve the spin-off of Suez environment | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.3 | | Approve the distribution of 65% of Suez environment to Suez’s shareholders | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.4 | | Approve the Special Auditors’ report regarding related-party transactions | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
E.5 | | Approve the Merger by absorption of Suez by GDF | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.6 | | Grant authority for the filing of the required documents/other formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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ALSIUS CORPORATION | | | | | | |
| | | |
Security | | 021211107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | ALUS | | Meeting Date | | 16-Jul-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US0212111076 | | Agenda | | 932925665 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 PAUL A. BROOKE | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 JACK W. LASERSOHN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE, LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
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THE GREAT ATLANTIC & PACIFIC TEA CO INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 390064103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | GAP | | Meeting Date | | 17-Jul-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US3900641032 | | Agenda | | 932928039 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 J.D. BARLINE | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 J.J. BOECKEL | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 B. GAUNT | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 A. GULDIN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 5 C.W.E. HAUB | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 6 D. KOURKOUMELIS | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 7 E. LEWIS | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 8 G. MAYS | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 9 M.B. TART-BEZER | | | | For | | For |
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CIA SANEAMENTO MINAS GERAIS SA |
| | | |
Security | | P28269101 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 21-Jul-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | BRCSMGACNOR5 | | Agenda | | 701655980 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | IMPORTANT MARKET PROCESSING REQUIREMENT: A BENEFICIAL OWNER SIGNED POWER OF ATTORNEY (POA) IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO LODGE AND EXECUTE YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MARKET. ABSENCE OF A POA, MAY CAUSE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS TO BE REJECTED. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
I. | | Elect a Member of the Board of Directors and a Member of the Finance Committee of the Company, by appointment of the majority shareholder | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
II. | | Approve the donation, in return, of the real property in reference to the land where the elevated reservoir of 15 cubic meters was located, with 140 square meters, located at Rua Oito, no street number, Bairro Jardim Nova Espera NCA, in Areado, state of Minas Gerias, since the same was originally donated to Copasa MG by said municipality, in accordance with the recommendation of the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
III. | | Approve the donation, in return, of real properties in reference to the pieces of land on which were located the water towers for treated water and the points at which water was drawn from the Streams Manoel Jose, with 1655 square meters, Jose Junq Ueira with 72 square meters, and Campestre, with 492 square meters, situated in Campestre, State of Minas Gerais, since the same were originally donated to Copasa MG by said municipality, in accordance with the recommendation of the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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MACQUARIE GROUP LIMITED |
| | | |
Security | | Q57085104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 23-Jul-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | AU000000MQG1 | | Agenda | | 701647197 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Receive the financial report, the Directors’ report and the Auditor’s report-of Macquarie for the YE 31 MAR 2008 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
2. | | Adopt the remuneration report of Macquarie for the YE 31 MAR 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3. | | Re-elect Dr. H.M. Nugent as a voting Director of Macquarie | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4. | | Elect Dr. J.R. Niland as a voting Director of Macquarie effective on the conclusion of this meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Elect Mr. P.M. Kirby as a voting Director effective on the conclusion of this meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Approve the participation in the Macquarie group Employee Share Option Plan [Plan] as to maximum of 243,900 options, by Mr. NW Moore, Managing Director or, if Mr. Moore so elects, a controlled Company, as specified and acquisition accordingly by Mr. NW Moore or his controlled Company of options up to the stated maximum and, in consequence of exercise of those options, of ordinary shares of Macquarie, all in accordance with the terms of the plan and on the basis, as specified | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Approve to issue of up to 6,000,000 Macquarie convertible preference securities by Macquarie capital loans Management Limited [ABN 18 077 595 012] [Issuer] as the responsible entity of the Macquarie CPS Trust, on the terms and conditions, as specified | | Management | | For | | For |
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CARREFOUR SA, PARIS |
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Security | | F13923119 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 28-Jul-2008 |
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ISIN | | FR0000120172 | | Agenda | | 701628870 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries,-on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you-are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN MIX MEETING. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Ratify the appointment of Mr. Bernard Arnault as a Member of the Supervisory Board, to replace Mr. Robert Halley, for the remainder of Mr. Robert Halley’s term of office | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.2 | | Approve to decides that the Company, instead of being ruled by an Executive Committee and a Supervisory Board, shall be ruled by a Board of Director and a General Manager, it notes that the present resolution cancels the terms of office of the Members of the Executive Committee and of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.3 | | Approve to cancel the drawing from a distributable profit of the required sum to be paid to the shareholders, as first dividend, i.e a 6% interest on the amount released and not refunded their shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.4 | | Approve to overhaul the Articles of the Bylaws in order to adapt them to the legal provisions in force | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.5 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and approve to transfer to the Board of Directors the authorization previously granted to the Executive Committee by the extraordinary shareholders’ meetings of 15 APR 2008 [Resolutions 12, 13, 14] and 30 APR 2007 [Resolution 10] | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.6 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and approve to transfer to the Board of Directors the authorization previously granted to the Executive Committee by the ordinary shareholders’ meeting of 15 APR 2008 in its Resolution 11 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.7 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint Mr. Rene Abate as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.8 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint Mr. Bernard Arnault as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.9 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint Mr. Sebastien Bazin as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.10 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint Mr. Nicolas Bazire as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.11 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint Mr. Jean Laurent Bonnafe as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.12 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint Mr. Thierry Breton as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.13 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, appoint Mr. Rene Brillet as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.14 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint Mr. Charles Edelstenne as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.15 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint Mr. Jean Martin Folz as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.16 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint Mr. Jose Luis Leal Maldonado as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.17 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint Mr. Amauryde Seze as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.18 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint Mrs. Anne Claire Taittinger as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.19 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint the Members of the Board of Directors for a 3 year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.20 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and approve to award total annual fees of EUR 900,000.00 to the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.21 | | Grants full powers to the bearer of an original, a copy or extract of the minutes of this meeting to carry out all filings, publications and other formalities prescribed By-Law | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO CHANGE IN MEETING DATE AND RECORD DATE. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO CHANGE IN SECOND CALL DATE. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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NATIONAL GRID PLC, LONDON |
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Security | | G6375K151 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 28-Jul-2008 |
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ISIN | | GB00B08SNH34 | | Agenda | | 701644569 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Receive the annual reports and accounts | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Declare a final dividend of 21.3 pence per ordinary share | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Re-elect Mr. Bob Catell as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Re-elect Mr. Tom King as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Re-elect Mr. Philip Aiken as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Re-elect Mr. John Allan as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Re-appoint PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as the Auditor of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Authorize the Directors to set the Auditors’ remuneration | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Approve the Directors’ remuneration report | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Authorize the Directors to issue of equity or equity-linked securities with pre-emptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of GBP 94,936,979 | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.11 | | Grant authority for the issue of equity or equity-linked securities without pre-emptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of GBP 14,240,547 | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.12 | | Authorize the Company to purchase 249,936,128 ordinary shares for Market Purchase | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.13 | | Adopt the new Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO RECEIPT OF AMOUNT IN RESOLUTIONS 10, 11 AND 12. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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COMPANHIA DE SANEAMENTO BASICO DO ESTADO DE SAO PA |
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Security | | P8228H104 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 28-Jul-2008 |
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ISIN | | BRSBSPACNOR5 | | Agenda | | 701652047 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | IMPORTANT MARKET PROCESSING REQUIREMENT: A BENEFICIAL OWNER SIGNED POWER OF ATTORNEY (POA) IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO LODGE AND EXECUTE YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MARKET. ABSENCE OF A POA, MAY CAUSE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS TO BE REJECTED. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Amend the Corporate Bylaws that will amend and renumber the Chapters and the Articles in the following manner: Chapter I Articles 1 and 2, Chapter II Articles 3 and 4, Chapter III Article 5, Chapter IV Article 6, Chapter V Articles 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13 and 14, Chapter VI Articles 15, 16, 17, 18 and 19, Chapter VII Articles 20, 21 and 22, Chapter VIII Articles 23, 24, 25, 26 and 27, Chapter IX Articles 28 and 29, Chapter X, Articles 30, Chapter XI Article 31, Chapter XII Articles 32, 33, 34, 35, 36 and 37, Chapter XIII Article 38, Chapter XIV Articles 39, 40, 41, 42 and 43, Chapter XV Article 44 and Chapter XVI Articles 45 and 46 | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Elect a Member of the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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SUEDZUCKER AG, MANNHEIM |
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Security | | D82781101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 29-Jul-2008 |
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ISIN | | DE0007297004 | | Agenda | | 701614009 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | AS A CONDITION OF VOTING, GERMAN MARKET REGULATIONS REQUIRE THAT YOU DISCLOSE WHETHER YOU HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST IN THIS COMPANY. SHOULD EITHER BE THE CASE, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE SO THAT WE MAY LODGE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS ACCORDINGLY. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST, SUBMIT YOUR VOTE AS NORMAL. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THE TRUE RECORD DATE FOR THIS MEETING IS 08 JUL 2008, WHEREAS THE MEETING HAS BEEN SETUP USING THE ACTUAL RECORD DATE - 1 BUSINESS DAY. THIS IS DONE TO ENSURE THAT ALL POSITIONS REPORTED ARE IN CONCURRENCE WITH THE GERMAN LAW. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Presentation of the financial statements and annual report for the 2007/2008 FY with the report of the Supervisory Board, the Group financial statements and annual report | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2. | | Resolution on the appropriation of the distributable profit of EUR 75,747,118.06 as follows: payment of a dividend of EUR 0.40 per share EUR 5,674.86 shall be carried forward ex-dividend and payable date: 30 JUL 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Ratification of the acts of the Board of Managing Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Ratification of the acts of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Appointment of the Auditors for the 2008/2009 FY: PricewaterhouseCoopers Ag, Frankfurt | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Authorization to issue profit sharing certificates or bonds, the creation of contingent capital II, and the corresponding amendments to the Article of Association the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized, with the consent of the Supervisory Board, to issue profit sharing certificates or bonds of up to EUR 400,000,000, conferring a conversion or option right for new shares of the Company, on or before 28 JUL 2013, shareholders shall be granted subscription rights, except for residual amounts, and insofar as the profit sharing certificates or bonds are issued at a price not materially below their theoretical market value, as well as for the granting of subscription rights to holders of previously granted option or conversion rights. the share capital shall be increased by up to EUR 15,000,000 through the issue of up to 15,000,000 new bearer shares, insofar as conversion or option rights are exercised | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Authorization to acquire own shares the Company shall be authorized to acquire own shares of up to 10% of its share capital, at prices not deviating more than 10% from the market price, on or before 23 JAN 2010, the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized to dispose of the shares in a manner other than the stock exchange or a rights offering if the shares a resold at a price not materially below their market price, to use the shares for acquisition purposes or for the fulfilment conversion or option rights, and to retire the shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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ELECTRONIC ARTS INC. |
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Security | | 285512109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ERTS | | Meeting Date | | 31-Jul-2008 |
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ISIN | | US2855121099 | | Agenda | | 932927594 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LEONARD S. COLEMAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GARY M. KUSIN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GREGORY B. MAFFEI | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: VIVEK PAUL | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LAWRENCE F. PROBST III | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN S. RICCITIELLO | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RICHARD A. SIMONSON | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LINDA J. SRERE | | Management | | For | | For |
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2 | | AMENDMENTS TO THE 2000 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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3 | | AMENDMENTS TO THE 2000 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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4 | | RATIFICATION OF APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS INDEPENDENT AUDITORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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THQ INC. |
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Security | | 872443403 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | THQI | | Meeting Date | | 31-Jul-2008 |
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ISIN | | US8724434035 | | Agenda | | 932930274 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 BRIAN J. FARRELL | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 LAWRENCE BURSTEIN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 HENRY T. DENERO | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 BRIAN P. DOUGHERTY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 JEFFREY W. GRIFFITHS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 GARY E. RIESCHEL | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 JAMES L. WHIMS | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE THQ INC. 2006 LONG-TERM INCENTIVE PLAN: TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF SHARES THAT WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR ISSUANCE BY 5.5 MILLION SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE THQ INC. EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN: TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF SHARES OF COMMON STOCK RESERVED FOR ISSUANCE BY 500,000. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | RATIFICATION OF THE INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM: TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE COMPANY’S FISCAL YEAR ENDING MARCH 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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MEDTRONIC, INC. |
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Security | | 585055106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | MDT | | Meeting Date | | 21-Aug-2008 |
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ISIN | | US5850551061 | | Agenda | | 932935488 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 VICTOR J. DZAU, M.D. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 WILLIAM A. HAWKINS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 SHIRLEY A. JACKSON, PHD | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 DENISE M. O’LEARY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 JEAN-PIERRE ROSSO | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 JACK W. SCHULER | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS MEDTRONIC’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO APPROVE THE MEDTRONIC, INC. 2008 STOCK AWARD AND INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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SAMSUNG SDI CO LTD |
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Security | | Y74866107 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 04-Sep-2008 |
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ISIN | | KR7006400006 | | Agenda | | 701669662 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT ABSTAIN IS NOT A VALID VOTING OPTION FOR THIS MEETING | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve the spin-off | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THE ISSUING COMPANY WILL OWN 100% OF SHARES OF THE NEWLY ESTABLISHED COMPANY RESULTED AFTER THIS SPIN-OFF. THIS SPIN-OFF DOES NOT AFFECT ON YOUR HOLDINGS. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO ADDITION OF COMMENT. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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MICRUS ENDOVASCULAR CORPORATION |
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Security | | 59518V102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | MEND | | Meeting Date | | 16-Sep-2008 |
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ISIN | | US59518V1026 | | Agenda | | 932941734 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 L. NELSON HOPKINS, M.D. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 FRANCIS J. SHAMMO | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING MARCH 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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UBISOFT ENTERTAINMENT, MONTREUIL |
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Security | | F9396N106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 22-Sep-2008 |
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ISIN | | FR0000054470 | | Agenda | | 701684804 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A MIX MEETING. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Receive the reports of the Board of Directors and the Auditors, approve the Company’s financial statements for the YE on 31 MAR 2008; as presented earnings for the FY EUR 75,212,163 accordingly, grant permanent discharge to the Directors for the performance of their duties during the said FY | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Approve the recommendations of the Board of Directors and resolves that the income for FY be appropriated as follows: earnings for the FY: EUR 75,212,163.38 legal reserves EUR 12,823.40, other reserves: EUR 75,199,399.98 in accordance with the regulations in force, the shareholders meeting recalls that no dividend was paid for the previous 3 FY | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Receive the reports of the Board of Directors and the Auditors, approve the consolidated financial statements for the said FY | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Receive the special report of the Auditors on agreements governed by Article L.225.40 of the French Commercial Code and approve the Agreements, referred to therein | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to buy back the Company’s shares on the open market, subject to the conditions specified: maximum purchase price: EUR 120.00, maximum number of shares to be acquired: 10% of the share capital, maximum funds invested in the share buybacks: EUR 555,578,304.00; [Authority expires at the end of 18-month period]; the shareholders meeting delegates all powers to the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities this authorization supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders by the meeting 04 JUL 2007 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.6 | | Grant full powers to the bearer of an original, a copy or extract of the minutes of this meeting to carry out all filings, publications and other formalities prescribed by Law | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.7 | | Grant authority to the Board of Directors to reduce the share capital on one or more occasions and its sole discretion, by canceling all or part of the shares held by the Company in connection with a stock repurchase plan up to a maximum of 10% of the share capital over a 24 month period, [Authority expires at the end of 18-month period] the shareholders meeting delegates all powers to the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities, the share holders meeting delegates to the Board of Directors all powers to charge the share issuance costs against the related premiums this authorization supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders by the meeting 04 JUL 2007 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.8 | | Authorize the Board of Directors the necessary powers to increase the capital, on 1 or more occasions in France or abroad, by a maximum nominal amount of EUR 2,000,000.00 by issuance, with preferred subscription rights maintained, of shares and or account securities this amount shall count against the overall value of EUR 4,000,000.00 set forth in resolution number 16 the maximum nominal amount of debt securities which may be issued shall not exceed EUR 400,000,000.00 this amount is common to issued under the delegation of present shareholders meeting [Authority expires at the end of 26 month period]; this delegation of powers supersedes any and all earlier delegation to the same effect the shareholders meeting delegates all powers to the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities, the shareholders’ meeting delegates to the Board of Directors, all powers to charge the share issuance costs against the related premiums | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.9 | | Authorize the Board of Directors the necessary powers to increase the capital, on 1 or more occasions in France or abroad, by a maximum nominal amount of EUR 2,000,000.00 by issuance, with preferred subscription rights maintained, of shares and or securities the maximum nominal amount of debt securities which may be issued shall not exceed EUR 400,000,000.00 this amount is common to all securities which may be issued under the delegation of present shareholders meeting [Authority expires at the end of 26 month period]; this delegation of powers supersedes any and all earlier delegation to the same effect the shareholders meeting delegates all powers to the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities, the shareholders’ meeting delegates to the Board of Directors, all powers to charge the share issuance costs against the related premiums | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.10 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital, on 1 or more occasions at its sole discretion, in favor of employees and corporate officers of the Company and related Companies who are Members of a Company Savings Plan; [Authority expires at the end of 26-month period] and for a nominal amount that shall not exceed 0.2% of the share capital; this amount shall count against the overall value set forth in resolution number 16 the shareholders meeting decides to cancel the shareholders preferential subscription rights the shareholders meeting Delegates all powers to the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities, the shareholders’ meeting delegates to the Board of Directors all powers to charge the share issuance costs against the related premiums and deduct from the premiums the amounts necessary to raise the legal reserves to one tenth of the new capital after each increase, this delegation powers supersedes any and all earlier Delegations to the same effect | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.11 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to proceed in 1 or more issue, with the issuance of warrants giving right to subscribe to shares the amount of shares which may be subscribed or purchased by the beneficiaries of warrants shall not exceed 3.4% of the share capital party contact narrative the nominal amount of the share capital increase to be carried out under this delegation shall count against the overall value set forth in resolution number 16 the shareholders meeting resolves to waive the preferential subscription rights of the share holders to the warrants giving right to subscribe to shares the shareholders meeting delegates all powers to the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities to charge the share issuance costs against the related premiums and deduct from the premiums the amount necessary to raise the legal reserves to one tenth of the new capital after each increase this authorization granted to shareholders meeting of 04 JUL 2007 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.12 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to grant for free, on 1 or more occasions existing or future shares, in favour of the employees and corporate officers of the Company and related Companies they may not represent more than 1% of the share capital [Authority expires at the end of 38-month period] and for a nominal amount of share capital increase to be carried out under this delegation shall count against the overall value of EUR 4,000,000.00 set forth in resolution number 16 the share holders meeting decides to cancel the shareholders preferential subscription rights the shareholders meeting Delegates all powers to the Board of Directors all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities this authorization supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders meeting of 04 JUL 2007 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.13 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital, on 1 or more occasions, at its sole discretion, in favour of the employees and corporate officers of the Company [Authority expires at the end of 18-month period] and for a nominal amount that shall not exceed 0.4% of the share capital this amount shall count against the overall value of EUR 4,000,000.00 set forth in resolution number 16 the shareholders meeting decides to cancel the shareholders preferential subscription rights the shareholders meeting Delegates all powers to the Board of Directors all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities this delegation supersedes any and all earlier delegation to the same effect | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.14 | | Authorize the Board of Directors the necessary powers to increase the capital, on 1 or more occasions in France or abroad, by a maximum nominal amount of EUR 2,000,000.00 by issuance of shares and or securities; [Authority expires at the end of 18 month period]; this amount shall count against the overall value set forth in resolution number 16 the shareholder meeting decides to cancel the shareholders preferential subscription rights; the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities the shareholders meetings delegates to the Board of Directors, all powers to chare the share issuance costs against the related premiums this supersedes any and all earlier delegation to the same effect | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.15 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital, up to 10% of the share capital, by way of issuing the shares or securities giving access to the capital, in consideration for the contributions in kind granted to the Company and comprised of capital securities or securities giving access to share capital, this amount shall count against the overall values set forth in resolution number 16 [Authority expires at the end of the 26 months] approve to cancel the shareholders’ preferential subscription rights, authorize the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities, this delegation of powers supersedes any and all earlier delegations to the same effect | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.16 | | Approve the maximal nominal amount of the capital increases ton be carried out under the delegations of authority number 8,9,10,11,12,13,14 and 15 shall not exceed EUR 4,000,000.00 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.17 | | Receive the report of the Board of Directors, the shareholders meeting decides that the various delegations given by the resolutions N 8 to 15 at the present meeting shall be used in whole or in part in accordance with the legal provisions in force, during periods when cash or stock tender offers are in effect for the Company’s share for an 18 month period, starting from the date of the present meeting, authorize the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.18 | | Approve to divide by 2 nominal value of the shares from EUR 0.155 to EUR 0.0775 the shareholders’ and authorize the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all formalities; amend the Article No 4 of the Byelaws | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.19 | | Grant full powers to the Bearer of an original, a copy or extract of the minutes of this meeting to carry out all filings, publications and other formalities prescribed By Law | | Management | | For | | For |
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JACKSON HEWITT TAX SERVICE INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 468202106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | JTX | | Meeting Date | | 23-Sep-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US4682021062 | | Agenda | | 932944653 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ULYSSES L. BRIDGEMAN, JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RODMAN L. DRAKE | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | PROPOSAL TO AMEND AMENDED AND RESTATED CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION TO ELIMINATE THE CLASSIFICATION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS BEGINNING WITH THE 2009 ANNUAL MEETING. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | ADVISORY (NON-BINDING) VOTE ON EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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04 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE SELECTION OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING APRIL 30, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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SHIRE PLC |
| | | |
Security | | G8124V108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 24-Sep-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | JE00B2QKY057 | | Agenda | | 701688799 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Elect Mr. Matthew Emmens as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2. | | Elect Mr. Angus Russell as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3. | | Elect Mr. Graham Hetherington as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4. | | Elect Dr. Barry Price as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5. | | Elect Mr. David Kappler as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
6. | | Elect Dr. Jeffrey Leiden as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
7. | | Elect Mr. Patrick Langlois as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
8. | | Elect Ms. Kate Nealon as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
9. | | Elect Mr. David Mott as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
10. | | Elect Dr. Michael Rosenblatt as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
11. | | Appoint Deloitte & Touche LLP as the Auditors of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
12. | | Authorize the audit, Compliance and Risk Committee to fix the remuneration of the Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
13. | | Grant authority to issue of equity or equity-linked securities with pre-emptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of GBP 9,331,949 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
S.14 | | Grant authority to issue of equity or equity-linked securities without pre-emptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of GBP 1,399,792 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
S.15 | | Grant authority to 55,991,697 ordinary shares for market purchase | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
S.16 | | Approve to change the Company name to Shire Plc | | Management | | For | | For |
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DELTA AIR LINES, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 247361702 | | Meeting Type | | Special |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | DAL | | Meeting Date | | 25-Sep-2008 |
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ISIN | | US2473617023 | | Agenda | | 932945756 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | APPROVE THE ISSUANCE OF DELTA COMMON STOCK, IN THE MERGER CONTEMPLATED BY THE AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER, DATED AS OF APRIL 14, 2008, BY AND AMONG DELTA AIR LINES, INC., NAUTILUS MERGER CORPORATION AND NORTHWEST AIRLINES CORPORATION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE DELTA 2007 PERFORMANCE COMPENSATION PLAN TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF SHARES OF DELTA COMMON STOCK ISSUABLE UNDER THE PLAN BY A NUMBER OF SHARES EQUAL TO 15% OF DELTA’S OUTSTANDING EQUITY CAPITALIZATION, DETERMINED ON A FULLY-DILUTED BASIS AT THE CLOSING OF THE MERGER, ALL AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE PROXY STATEMENT. | | Management | | For | | For |
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FEDEX CORPORATION |
| | | |
Security | | 31428X106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | FDX | | Meeting Date | | 29-Sep-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US31428X1063 | | Agenda | | 932946594 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JAMES L. BARKSDALE | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: AUGUST A. BUSCH IV | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN A. EDWARDSON | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JUDITH L. ESTRIN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: J.R. HYDE, III | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: SHIRLEY A. JACKSON | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: STEVEN R. LORANGER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | | | |
1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GARY W. LOVEMAN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: FREDERICK W. SMITH | | Management | | For | | For |
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1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOSHUA I. SMITH | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1K | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PAUL S. WALSH | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1L | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PETER S. WILLMOTT | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT TO INCENTIVE STOCK PLAN TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF OPTION SHARES AND RESTRICTED SHARES ISSUABLE UNDER THE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | RATIFICATION OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING INDEPENDENT BOARD CHAIRMAN. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
| | | | |
05 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING SHAREHOLDER VOTE ON EXECUTIVE PAY. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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MISYS PLC |
| | | |
Security | | G61572148 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 30-Sep-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | GB0003857850 | | Agenda | | 701687139 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Receive the 2008 Directors report the financial statements and the auditors report | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2. | | Approve the remuneration report | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3. | | Declare a final dividend of 4.95p per ordinary share | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4. | | Re-elect Mr. Al-Noor Ramji as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5. | | Re-appoint the Auditors and authorize the Directors to set their remuneration | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
6. | | Authorize the Directors to allot relevant securities generally | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
S.7 | | Authorize the Directors to allot securities for cash within specified limits | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
S.8 | | Grant authority to purchase of own shares in the market | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
9. | | Grant authority to the making of EU political donations | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
S.10 | | Adopt new Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
11. | | Approve to establish the Misys Omnibus Share Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
12. | | Grant authority to offer plans similar to the Misys Omnibus Share Plan in overseas territories | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
13. | | Approve to establish the Misys Share Incentive Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
14. | | Grant authority to offer plans similar to the Misys Share Incentive Plan in overseas territories | | Management | | For | | For |
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BOSTON PRIVATE FINANCIAL HOLDINGS, INC. |
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Security | | 101119105 | | Meeting Type | | Special |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | BPFH | | Meeting Date | | 30-Sep-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US1011191053 | | Agenda | | 932953676 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | COMPANY PROPOSAL TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE COMPANY’S RESTATED ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF AUTHORIZED SHARES OF COMMON STOCK FROM 70,000,000 TO 170,000,000. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | COMPANY PROPOSAL TO APPROVE THE CONVERSION OF THE SERIES B PREFERRED STOCK INTO COMMON STOCK AND THE ISSUANCE OF COMMON STOCK IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS OF THE SERIES B PREFERRED STOCK AND THE EXERCISE OF THE WARRANTS TO PURCHASE COMMON STOCK AND THE ISSUANCE OF COMMON STOCK IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS OF THE WARRANTS, AS FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE PROXY STATEMENT. | | Management | | For | | For |
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BLUE COAT SYSTEMS, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 09534T508 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | BCSI | | Meeting Date | | 02-Oct-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US09534T5083 | | Agenda | | 932949689 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 BRIAN M. NESMITH | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 DAVID W. HANNA | | | | For | | For |
| | | | | | | | |
| | 3 JAMES A. BARTH | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 KEITH GEESLIN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 5 TIMOTHY A. HOWES | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 6 JAMES R. TOLONEN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT ACCOUNTANTS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING APRIL 30, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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MISYS PLC | | | | | | |
| | | |
Security | | G61572148 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 06-Oct-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | GB0003857850 | | Agenda | | 701698930 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO CHANGE IN MEETING DATE. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve the merger of the Company’s subsidiary Misys Healthcare and Patriot Merger Company, LLC, a subsidiary of Allscripts, approve the purchase by the Company or its Designee of either 18,857,152 or 18,957,152 shares of newly issued Allscripts common stock | | Management | | For | | For |
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PAYCHEX, INC. | | | | | | |
| | | |
Security | | 704326107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | PAYX | | Meeting Date | | 07-Oct-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US7043261079 | | Agenda | | 932950050 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: B. THOMAS GOLISANO | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID J.S. FLASCHEN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PHILLIP HORSLEY | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GRANT M. INMAN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PAMELA A. JOSEPH | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JONATHAN J. JUDGE | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOSEPH M. TUCCI | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOSEPH M. VELLI | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE AUDIT COMMITTEE’S SELECTION OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. | | Management | | For | | For |
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DIAGEO PLC, LONDON | | | | | | |
| | | |
Security | | G42089113 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 15-Oct-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | GB0002374006 | | Agenda | | 701707791 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Receive the reports and accounts of 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2. | | Approve the Directors’ remuneration report of 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3. | | Declare a final dividend | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4. | | Re-elect Dr. Franz B. Humer as a Director, who retires by rotation | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5. | | Re-elect Ms. Maria Lilja as a Director, who retires by rotation | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
6. | | Re-elect Mr. W S Shanahan as Director, who retires by rotation | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
7. | | Re-elect Mr. H T Stitzer as a Director, who retires by rotation | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
8. | | Elect Mr. Philip G Scott as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
9. | | Re-appoint the Auditors and approve the remuneration of the Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
10. | | Grant authority to allot relevant securities | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
S.11 | | Approve the disapplication of pre-emption rights | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
S.12 | | Grant authority to purchase own ordinary shares | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
13. | | Grant authority to make political donations and/or incur political expenditure | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
14. | | Adopt the Diageo Plc 2008 Performance Share Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
15. | | Adopt the Diageo Plc 2008 Senior Executive Share Option Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
16. | | Grant authority to establish international share plans | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
S.17 | | Amend the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
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ABAXIS, INC. | | | | | | |
| | | |
Security | | 002567105 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | ABAX | | Meeting Date | | 28-Oct-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US0025671050 | | Agenda | | 932954844 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 CLINTON H. SEVERSON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 R.J. BASTIANI, PH.D. | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 HENK J. EVENHUIS | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 BRENTON G.A. HANLON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 5 PRITHIPAL SINGH, PH.D. | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 6 E.S. TUCKER III, M.D. | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | TO APPROVE AND RATIFY THE ADOPTION OF AN INCREASE IN THE MAXIMUM AGGREGATE NUMBER OF SHARES OF COMMON STOCK THAT MAY BE ISSUED UNDER ABAXIS’ 2005 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN BY 500,000 SHARES, FROM 4,886,000 TO 5,386,000 SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF BURR, PILGER & MAYER LLP AS THE INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM OF ABAXIS, INC. FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING MARCH 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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UNILEVER PLC | | | | | | |
| | | |
Security | | 904767704 | | Meeting Type | | Special |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | UL | | Meeting Date | | 28-Oct-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US9047677045 | | Agenda | | 932963172 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | TO ELECT MR P POLMAN AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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AUTOMATIC DATA PROCESSING, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 053015103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | ADP | | Meeting Date | | 11-Nov-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US0530151036 | | Agenda | | 932958501 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 GREGORY D. BRENNEMAN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 LESLIE A. BRUN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 GARY C. BUTLER | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 LEON G. COOPERMAN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 5 ERIC C. FAST | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 6 R. GLENN HUBBARD | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 7 JOHN P. JONES | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 8 FREDERIC V. MALEK | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 9 CHARLES H. NOSKI | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 10 SHARON T. ROWLANDS | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 11 GREGORY L. SUMME | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 12 HENRY TAUB | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | APPROVAL OF THE 2008 OMNIBUS AWARD PLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP | | Management | | For | | For |
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CISCO SYSTEMS, INC. | | | | | | |
| | | |
Security | | 17275R102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | CSCO | | Meeting Date | | 13-Nov-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US17275R1023 | | Agenda | | 932954729 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CAROL A. BARTZ | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: M. MICHELE BURNS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MICHAEL D. CAPELLAS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LARRY R. CARTER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN T. CHAMBERS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: BRIAN L. HALLA | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DR. JOHN L. HENNESSY | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RICHARD M. KOVACEVICH | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RODERICK C. MCGEARY | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MICHAEL K. POWELL | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1K | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: STEVEN M. WEST | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1L | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JERRY YANG | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS CISCO’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JULY 25, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | PROPOSAL SUBMITTED BY A SHAREHOLDER TO AMEND THE COMPANY’S BYLAWS TO ESTABLISH A BOARD COMMITTEE ON HUMAN RIGHTS. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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04 | | PROPOSAL SUBMITTED BY SHAREHOLDERS REQUESTING THE BOARD TO PUBLISH A REPORT TO SHAREHOLDERS WITHIN SIX MONTHS PROVIDING A SUMMARIZED LISTING AND ASSESSMENT OF CONCRETE STEPS CISCO COULD REASONABLY TAKE TO REDUCE THE LIKELIHOOD THAT ITS BUSINESS PRACTICES MIGHT ENABLE OR ENCOURAGE THE VIOLATION OF HUMAN RIGHTS, AS SET FORTH IN THE PROXY STATEMENT. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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KLA-TENCOR CORPORATION | | | | |
| | | |
Security | | 482480100 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | KLAC | | Meeting Date | | 13-Nov-2008 |
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ISIN | | US4824801009 | | Agenda | | 932963982 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 ROBERT M. CALDERONI | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 JOHN T. DICKSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 KEVIN J. KENNEDY | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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UNICREDIT SPA, GENOVA | | | | |
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Security | | T95132105 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 14-Nov-2008 |
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ISIN | | IT0000064854 | | Agenda | | 701731300 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO CHANGE IN MEETING DATE. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Authorize the dispose of own shares pursuant to the Article of the Italian Civil Code and revocation of powers granted by the ordinary shareholders’ meeting on 16 DEC 2005 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.1 | | Approve paid in capital increase in a maximum amount of EUR 486,539,085, in one or more tranches, of a maximum number of 973,078,170 ordinary shares, par value EUR 0.50 per share, to be offered to the ordinary shareholders and to the holders of saving shares of the Company pursuant to Article 2441 of the Italian Civil Code | | Management | | For | | For |
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LANCASTER COLONY CORPORATION | | | | |
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Security | | 513847103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | LANC | | Meeting Date | | 17-Nov-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US5138471033 | | Agenda | | 932963920 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 ROBERT L. FOX | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 JOHN B. GERLACH, JR. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 EDWARD H. JENNINGS | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE SELECTION OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS THE CORPORATION’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVE AND ADOPT AMENDMENTS TO THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION TO DELETE EXISTING CONTROL SHARE ACQUISITION PROVISIONS & OPT BACK INTO THE PROTECTION OF THE OHIO CONTROL SHARE ACQUISITION ACT. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | APPROVE AND ADOPT AMENDMENTS TO ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION TO ELIMINATE REQUIREMENT FOR SUPERMAJORITY SHAREHOLDER APPROVAL. | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | TO APPROVE AND ADOPT AMENDMENTS TO CODE OF REGULATIONS RELATED TO SHAREHOLDER MEETINGS AND NOTICES, INCLUDING TO SET FORTH THE EXPRESS AUTHORITY OF THE MEETING CHAIR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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06 | | TO APPROVE AND ADOPT AMENDMENTS TO THE CORPORATION’S CODE OF REGULATIONS TO ALLOW PROXIES IN ANY FORM PERMITTED BY OHIO LAW. | | Management | | For | | For |
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07 | | APPROVE & ADOPT AMENDMENTS TO CODE OF REGULATIONS TO ADD ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND COVENANT REQUIREMENTS REGARDING NOMINATIONS BY SHAREHOLDERS FOR ELECTION AS DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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08 | | TO APPROVE AND ADOPT AMENDMENTS TO THE CORPORATION’S CODE OF REGULATIONS TO ALLOW THE CORPORATION’S BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO AMEND THE CORPORATION’S CODE OF REGULATIONS WITHOUT SHAREHOLDER APPROVAL TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY OHIO LAW. | | Management | | For | | For |
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MICROSOFT CORPORATION | | | | |
| | | |
Security | | 594918104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | MSFT | | Meeting Date | | 19-Nov-2008 |
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ISIN | | US5949181045 | | Agenda | | 932960013 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: STEVEN A. BALLMER | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JAMES I. CASH JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DINA DUBLON | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WILLIAM H. GATES III | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RAYMOND V. GILMARTIN | | Management | | For | | For |
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06 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: REED HASTINGS | | Management | | For | | For |
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07 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID F. MARQUARDT | | Management | | For | | For |
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08 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CHARLES H. NOSKI | | Management | | For | | For |
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09 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: HELMUT PANKE | | Management | | For | | For |
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10 | | APPROVAL OF MATERIAL TERMS OF PERFORMANCE CRITERIA UNDER THE EXECUTIVE OFFICER INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
11 | | APPROVAL OF AMENDMENTS TO THE 1999 STOCK OPTION PLAN FOR NON-EMPLOYEE DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
12 | | RATIFICATION OF THE SELECTION OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT AUDITOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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13 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL - ADOPTION OF POLICIES ON INTERNET CENSORSHIP. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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14 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL - ESTABLISHMENT OF BOARD COMMITTEE ON HUMAN RIGHTS. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
| | | | |
15 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL - DISCLOSURE OF CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTIONS. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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SONIC HEALTHCARE LIMITED | | | | |
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Security | | Q8563C107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 20-Nov-2008 |
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ISIN | | AU000000SHL7 | | Agenda | | 701737530 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | To receive and consider the financial report of the Company, the Directors’ report and the Auditor’s report for the FYE 30 JUN 2008 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Re-elect Mr. Peter Campbell as a Director of the Company, who retires in accordance with Article 71 of the Company’s Constitution | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Re-elect Mr. Lou Panaccio as a Director of the Company, who retires in accordance with Article 71 of the Company’s Constitution | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3. | | Re-elect Mr. Chris Wilks as a Director of the Company, who retires in accordance with Article 71 of the Company’s Constitution | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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4. | | Adopt the remuneration report for the FYE 30 JUN 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Approve, for the purposes of ASX Listing Rule 7.4 to the issue by the Company on 10 OCT of 4,939,366 ordinary shares to the underwriter of the Dividend Reinvestment Plan of the Company [DRP] in relation to the 2008 final dividend of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Approve, for the purposes of ASX Listing Rule 7.2 and all other purposes, the issue of options, and shares following the valid exercise of such options, under and in accordance with the terms of the Sonic Healthcare Limited Employee Option Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Approve, for the purposes of ASX Listing Rule 10.14 and all other purposes, the issue to, and the acquisition by Dr. Colin Goldschmidt of 1,750,000 options under the Sonic Health Care Limited Employee Option Plan and subsequently up to 1,750,000 ordinary shares in the Company following the valid exercise of any such options subject to the terms and conditions as specified | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Approve, for the purposes of ASX Listing Rule 10.14 and all other purposes, the issue to, and the acquisition by Mr. Chris Wilks of 875,000 options under the Sonic Health Care Limited Employee Option Plan and subsequently up to 875,000 ordinary shares in the Company following the valid exercise of any such options subject to the terms and conditions as specified | | Management | | For | | For |
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HARRIS STRATEX NETWORKS INC | | | | |
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Security | | 41457P106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | HSTX | | Meeting Date | | 20-Nov-2008 |
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ISIN | | US41457P1066 | | Agenda | | 932959654 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 CHARLES D. KISSNER | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 2 WILLIAM A. HASLER | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 CLIFFORD H. HIGGERSON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 EDWARD F. THOMPSON | | | | For | | For |
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2 | | RATIFICATION OF SELECTION OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS OUR AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3 | | APPROVAL OF THE ANNUAL INCENTIVE PLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4 | | APPROVAL OF THE 2007 STOCK EQUITY PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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CIA SANEAMENTO MINAS GERAIS SA | | | | |
| | | |
Security | | P28269101 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 24-Nov-2008 |
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ISIN | | BRCSMGACNOR5 | | Agenda | | 701763371 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | IMPORTANT MARKET PROCESSING REQUIREMENT: A BENEFICIAL OWNER SIGNED POWER OF ATTORNEY (POA) IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO LODGE AND EXECUTE YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MARKET. ABSENCE OF A POA, MAY CAUSE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS TO BE REJECTED. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT SHAREHOLDERS SUBMITTING A VOTE TO ELECT A MEMBER MUST INCLUDE-THE NAME OF THE CANDIDATE TO BE ELECTED. IF INSTRUCTIONS TO VOTE ON THIS ITEM IS RECEIVED WITHOUT A CANDIDATE’S NAME, YOUR VOTE WILL BE PROCESSED IN FAVOR OR AGAINST OF THE DEFAULT COMPANY’S CANDIDATE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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I. | | Elect the full and alternate Member of the Board of Directors of the Company, by indication of the majority shareholder | | Management | | For | | For |
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II. | | Ratify the public tender administrative process Dvli number 1020080124, construction and services for the implementation of the connecting water main Rio Das Velhas and Paraopeba, Taquaril, Ceu Azul Leg, with a supply of all materials, amount approved of BRL 118,955,781.63 and a deadline of 720 days | | Management | | For | | For |
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III. | | Ratify the bid processes authorized by general meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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IV. | | Amend the Article 5 of the Corporate Bylaws of the Company, in regard to the share capital of the business, which will come to have the following wording Article 5 the share capital of the Company is BRL 2,632,265,201.68, totally subscribed for and paid in, represented by 115,165,700 common shares, all of which are nominative and have no par value | | Management | | For | | For |
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OWENS CORNING | | | | | | |
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Security | | 690742101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | OC | | Meeting Date | | 04-Dec-2008 |
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ISIN | | US6907421019 | | Agenda | | 932969958 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 GASTON CAPERTON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 ANN IVERSON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 JOSEPH F. NEELY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 W. ANN REYNOLDS | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 5 ROBERT B. SMITH, JR. | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE SELECTION OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE 2009 FISCAL YEAR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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MISYS PLC | | | | | | |
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Security | | G61572148 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 09-Dec-2008 |
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ISIN | | GB0003857850 | | Agenda | | 701772609 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Approve, the proposed amendment [the Proposed Amendment] to the Allscripts Healthcare Solutions, Inc., the amended and restated 1993 Stock Incentive Plan [the 1993 Plan] to increase the maximum number of shares of common stock of Allscripts-Misys Healthcare Solutions, Inc., [Allscripts-Misys Shares] that may be issued pursuant to grants made under the 1993 Plan by 10,000,000 Allscripts-Misys Shares, taking the total number of Allscripts-Misys Shares that can be issued pursuant to the 1993 Plan to 21,593,489 plus shares attributable to awards that were forfeited or cancelled under the predecessor plans and as specified relating to the Proposed Amendment issued by the Company on 20 NOV 2008, and all documents which the Board of Directors of the Company or any duly authorized Committee thereof may determine are required or are expedient to give effect to the Proposed Amendment; authorize the Company and/or Allscripts-Misys Healthcare Solutions, Inc., to enter into any such documents and that the Board of Directors of the Company or any duly authorized Committee thereof to make such modifications, variations, waivers and extensions of any of the terms or conditions of the Proposed Amendment and of any such documents [provided such modifications, variations, waivers or extensions are not of a material nature] as, in their absolute discretion, they think necessary or desirable and to do all such things as, in their absolute discretion, may be necessary or desirable to complete and give effect to, or otherwise in connection with, the Proposed Amendment and any matters incidental thereto | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO RECEIPT OF CONSERVATIVE CUT-OFF. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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THE FIRST AMERICAN CORPORATION | | | | |
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Security | | 318522307 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | FAF | | Meeting Date | | 10-Dec-2008 |
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ISIN | | US3185223076 | | Agenda | | 932968653 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 GEORGE L. ARGYROS | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 BRUCE S. BENNETT | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 J. DAVID CHATHAM | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 GLENN C. CHRISTENSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 WILLIAM G. DAVIS | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 6 JAMES L. DOTI | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 7 LEWIS W. DOUGLAS, JR. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 CHRISTOPHER V. GREETHAM | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 PARKER S. KENNEDY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 10 THOMAS C. O’BRIEN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 11 FRANK E. O’BRYAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 12 ROSLYN B. PAYNE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 13 D. VAN SKILLING | | | | For | | For |
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| | 14 PATRICK F. STONE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 15 HERBERT B. TASKER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 16 VIRGINIA M. UEBERROTH | | | | For | | For |
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| | 17 MARY LEE WIDENER | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | AMENDMENT OF THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION AND BYLAWS TO INCREASE THE RANGE IN THE NUMBER OF DIRECTORS FROM A RANGE OF 9 TO 17 TO A RANGE OF 10 TO 18 | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | RATIFICATION OF SELECTION OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS FIRST AMERICAN’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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HUTCHISON TELECOMMUNICATIONS INTL LTD | | | | |
| | | |
Security | | G46714104 | | Meeting Type | | Ordinary General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 11-Dec-2008 |
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ISIN | | KYG467141043 | | Agenda | | 701774754 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT SHAREHOLDERS ARE ALLOWED TO VOTE ‘FOR’ OR ‘AGAINST’ FOR RESOLUTION NUMBER 1. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN EGM. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve and ratify the facility agreement dated 25 NOV 2008 [the Facility Agreement] entered into between Hutchison Telecommunications Finance Company Limited as lender, the Company as principal borrower and Hutchison Facility Agents Limited as facility agent and security trustee in relation to the Facility [as defined in the circular to Shareholders dated 25 NOV 2008 [the Circular]], as specified [including the Cap [as such term is defined in the Circular]], the entering into of the Facility Agreement by the Company and the transactions contemplated by or incidental to the Facility Agreement; and authorize the Directors of the Company, acting together, individually or by Committee, to do all such acts on behalf of the Company as they may consider necessary, desirable or expedient for the purpose of, or in connection with, the implementation and completion of the Facility Agreement and the transactions contemplated by or incidental to the Facility Agreement | | Management | | For | | For |
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SONIC SOLUTIONS | | | | | | |
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Security | | 835460106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | SNIC | | Meeting Date | | 15-Dec-2008 |
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ISIN | | US8354601069 | | Agenda | | 932978907 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 ROBERT J. DORIS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 ROBERT M. GREBER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 PETER J. MARGUGLIO | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 MARY C. SAUER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 R. WARREN LANGLEY | | | | For | | For |
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INTUIT INC. | | | | |
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Security | | 461202103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | INTU | | Meeting Date | | 16-Dec-2008 |
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ISIN | | US4612021034 | | Agenda | | 932969047 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 STEPHEN M. BENNETT | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 CHRISTOPHER W. BRODY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 WILLIAM V. CAMPBELL | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 SCOTT D. COOK | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 DIANE B. GREENE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 MICHAEL R. HALLMAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 EDWARD A. KANGAS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 SUZANNE NORA JOHNSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 DENNIS D. POWELL | | | | For | | For |
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| | 10 STRATTON D. SCLAVOS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 11 BRAD D. SMITH | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFY THE SELECTION OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR FISCAL 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVE THE AMENDMENT TO OUR 2005 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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GDF SUEZ, PARIS | | | | | | |
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Security | | F42768105 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 17-Dec-2008 |
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ISIN | | FR0010208488 | | Agenda | | 701746123 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | “French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative-to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non- Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative” | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE FOR AND AGAINST A VOTE OF ABSTAIN WILL BE TREATED AS AN AGAINST VOTE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve, after having taken note of the contribution agreement between Gdf Suez and Gdf Investissements 31, all the terms of the contribution agreement, the valuation of the contribution and the consideration for it consequently, the shareholders meeting decides to increase the share capital by the creation of 1,140,946 new fully paid up shares of a par value of EUR 10.00 each, to be distributed to Gdf Suez the difference between the amount of the net assets contributed of EUR 114,094,600.00 and the nominal amount of the share capital increase of EUR 11,409,460.00, estimated at EUR 102,685, 140.00, will form the merger premium; and authorize the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve, after having taken note of the contribution agreement between Gdf Suez and Gdf Investissements 37, all the terms of the contribution agreement, the valuation of the contribution and the consideration for it consequently, to increase the share capital by creation of 19,036,102 new fully paid up shares of a par value of EUR 10.00 each, to be distributed to Gdf Suez the difference between the amount of the net assets contributed of EUR 1,903,610,200.00 and the nominal amount of the share capital increase of EUR 190,361,020.00, estimated at EUR 1,713,249,180.00, will form the merger premium; and authorize the board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Amend the Article 16 of the By-Laws | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Amend the Article 13 of the By-Laws | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Grant full powers to the bearer of an original, a copy or extract of the minutes of this meeting to carry out all filings, publications and other formalities prescribed By-Law | | Management | | For | | For |
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BNP PARIBAS |
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Security | | F1058Q238 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 19-Dec-2008 |
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ISIN | | FR0000131104 | | Agenda | | 701766961 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve the contribution in kind of 98,529,695 Fortis Banque shares by SFPI | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the contribution in kind of 263,586,083 Fortis Banque Luxembourg shares by Grand Duchy of Luxembourg | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Grant authority to increase the capital of up to 10% of issued capital for future acquisitions | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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4. | | Grant authority for filing of required documents/other formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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THE PNC FINANCIAL SERVICES GROUP, INC. |
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Security | | 693475105 | | Meeting Type | | Special |
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Ticker Symbol | | PNC | | Meeting Date | | 23-Dec-2008 |
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ISIN | | US6934751057 | | Agenda | | 932981257 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | A PROPOSAL TO APPROVE THE ISSUANCE OF SHARES OF PNC COMMON STOCK AS CONTEMPLATED BY THE AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER, DATED AS OF OCTOBER 24, 2008, BY AND BETWEEN THE PNC FINANCIAL SERVICES GROUP, INC. AND NATIONAL CITY CORPORATION, AS SUCH AGREEMENT MAY BE AMENDED FROM TIME TO TIME. | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | A PROPOSAL TO APPROVE THE ADJOURNMENT OF THE SPECIAL MEETING OF SHAREHOLDERS, IF NECESSARY OR APPROPRIATE, TO SOLICIT ADDITIONAL PROXIES, IN THE EVENT THAT THERE ARE NOT SUFFICIENT VOTES AT THE TIME OF THE SPECIAL MEETING OF SHAREHOLDERS TO APPROVE THE FOREGOING PROPOSAL. | | Management | | For | | For |
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EDGE PETROLEUM CORPORATION |
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Security | | 279862106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | EPEX | | Meeting Date | | 29-Dec-2008 |
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ISIN | | US2798621064 | | Agenda | | 932955478 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | ADOPTION OF THE AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER. | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 VINCENT S. ANDREWS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 JONATHAN M. CLARKSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 MICHAEL A. CREEL | | | | For | | For |
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03 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE THE APPOINTMENT OF BDO SEIDMAN, LLP AS THE INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE COMPANY FOR 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
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CERAGON NETWORKS LTD. |
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Security | | M22013102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | CRNT | | Meeting Date | | 31-Dec-2008 |
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ISIN | | IL0010851660 | | Agenda | | 932982704 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 YAEL LANGER | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO APPROVE THE GRANT OF OPTIONS TO THE COMPANY’S DIRECTORS, EXCEPT OUR EXTERNAL DIRECTORS. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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03 | | TO RE-APPOINT KOST FORER GABBAY & KASIERER, A MEMBER OF ERNST & YOUNG GLOBAL, AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT AUDITOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | TO APPROVE AND ADOPT THE COMPANY’S DIRECTORS AND OFFICERS LIABILITY INSURANCE POLICY FOR THE PERIOD COMMENCING JULY 9, 2008 AND ENDING NO LATER THAN THE LATER OF THE 2009 ANNUAL MEETING OF SHAREHOLDERS AND SEPTEMBER 10, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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MONSANTO COMPANY |
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Security | | 61166W101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | MON | | Meeting Date | | 14-Jan-2009 |
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ISIN | | US61166W1018 | | Agenda | | 932980534 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JANICE L. FIELDS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: HUGH GRANT | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: C. STEVEN MCMILLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT J. STEVENS | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE 2009 FISCAL YEAR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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AMDOCS LIMITED |
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Security | | G02602103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | DOX | | Meeting Date | | 22-Jan-2009 |
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ISIN | | GB0022569080 | | Agenda | | 932983631 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 BRUCE K. ANDERSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 ADRIAN GARDNER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 CHARLES E. FOSTER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 JAMES S. KAHAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 ZOHAR ZISAPEL | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 DOV BAHARAV | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 JULIAN A. BRODSKY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 ELI GELMAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 NEHEMIA LEMELBAUM | | | | For | | For |
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| | 10 JOHN T. MCLENNAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 11 ROBERT A. MINICUCCI | | | | For | | For |
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| | 12 SIMON OLSWANG | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROVAL OF SPECIAL RESOLUTION AMENDING AND RESTATING THE MEMORANDUM OF INCORPORATION AND ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION AS DESCRIBED IN THE ACCOMPANYING PROXY STATEMENT. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVAL OF CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | RATIFICATION AND APPROVAL OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AND AUTHORIZATION OF AUDIT COMMITTEE OF BOARD TO FIX REMUNERATION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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THE SCOTTS MIRACLE-GRO CO. |
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Security | | 810186106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | SMG | | Meeting Date | | 22-Jan-2009 |
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ISIN | | US8101861065 | | Agenda | | 932986295 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 THOMAS N. KELLY JR. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 CARL F. KOHRT, PH.D. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 JOHN S. SHIELY | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE SELECTION OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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SIEMENS AG, MUENCHEN |
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Security | | D69671218 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 27-Jan-2009 |
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ISIN | | DE0007236101 | | Agenda | | 701785567 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | AS A CONDITION OF VOTING, GERMAN MARKET REGULATIONS REQUIRE THAT YOU DISCLOSE WHETHER YOU HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST IN THIS COMPANY. SHOULD EITHER BE THE CASE, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE SO THAT WE MAY LODGE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS ACCORDINGLY. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST, SUBMIT YOUR VOTE AS NORMAL. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THESE SHARES MAY BE BLOCKED DEPENDING ON SOME SUBCUSTODIANS’ PROCESSING IN THE MARKET. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE TO OBTAIN BLOCKING INFORMATION FOR YOUR ACCOUNTS. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Presentation of the report of the Supervisory Board, the corporate governance and compensation report, and the compliance report for the 2007/2008 FY | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2. | | Presentation of the Company and group financial statements and annual reports for the 2007/2008 FY with the report pursuant to Sections 289(4) and 315(4) of the German Commercial Code | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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3. | | Resolution on the appropriation of the distributable profit of EUR 1,462,725,473.60 as follows: Payment of a dividend of EUR 1.60 per entitled share Ex-dividend and payable date: 28 JAN 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.1. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Rudi Lamprecht [Postponement] | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.2. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Juergen Radomski [Postponement] | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.3. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Uriel J. Sharef [Postponement] | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.4. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Klaus Wucherer [Postponement] | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.5. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Peter Loescher | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.6. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Wolfgang Dehen | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.7. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Heinrich Hiesinger | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.8. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Joe Kaeser | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.9. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Eduardo Montes | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.10. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Jim Reid-Anderson | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.11. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Erich R. Reinhardt | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.12. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Hermann Requardt | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.13. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Siegfried Russwurm | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.14. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Peter Y. Solmssen | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.1. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Gerhard Cromme | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.2. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Ralf Heckmann | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.3. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Josef Ackermann | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.4. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Lothar Adler | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.5. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Jean-Louis Beffa | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.6. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Gerhard Bieletzki | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.7. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Gerd von Brandenstein | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.8. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. John David Coombe | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.9. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Hildegard Cornudet | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.10. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Michael Diekmann | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.11. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Hans Michael Gaul | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.12. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Birgit Grube | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.13. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Peter Gruss | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.14. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Bettina Haller | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.15. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Heinz Hawreliuk | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.16. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Berthold Huber | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.17. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Harald Kern | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.18. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Walter Kroell | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.19. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Nicola Leibinger-Kammueller | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.20. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Michael Mirow | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.21. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Werner Moenius | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.22. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Roland Motzigemba | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.23. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Thomas Rackow | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.24. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Hakan Samuelsson | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.25. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Dieter Scheitor | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.26. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Albrecht Schmidt | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.27. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Henning Schulte-Noelle | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.28. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Rainer Sieg | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.29. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Peter von Siemens | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.30. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Jerry I. Speyer | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.31. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Birgit Steinborn | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.32. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Iain Vallance of Tummel | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Appointment of auditors for the 2008/2009 FY: Ernst + Young AG, Stuttgart | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Authorization to acquire own shares, the Company shall be authorized to acquire own shares of up to 10% of its share capital, at prices neither more than 10% above nor more than 20% below the market price, between 01 MAR 2009, and 26 JUL 2010, the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized to retire the shares, to use the shares within the scope of the Company’s stock option plans, to issue the shares to employees and executives of the Company, and to use the shares to fulfill conversion or option rights | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Authorization to use derivatives for the acquisition of own shares Supplementary to item 7, the Company shall be authorized to use call and put options for the purpose of acquiring own shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Resolution on the creation of authorized capital, and the corresponding amendments to the Articles of Association, the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized, with the consent of the Supervisory Board, to increase the share capital by up to EUR 520,800,000 through the issue of up to 173,600,000 new registered shares against cash payment, on or before 26 JAN 2014, shareholders shall be granted subscription rights, except for the issue of shares against payment in kind, for residual amounts, for the granting of subscription rights to bondholders, and for the issue of shares at a price not materially below their market price | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Resolution on the authorization to issue convertible or warrant bonds, the creation of new contingent capital, and the corresponding amendments to the Articles of Association, the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized to issue bonds of up to EUR 15,000,000,000, conferring a convertible or option right for up to 200,000,000 new shares, on or before 26 JAN 2014, shareholders shall be granted subscription rights, except for the issue of bonds at a price not materially below their theoretical market value, for residual amounts, and for the granting of subscription rights to holders of previously issued convertible or option rights, the Company’s share capital shall be increased accordingly by up to EUR 600,000,000 through the issue of new registered shares, insofar as convertible or option rights are exercised | | Management | | For | | For |
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11. | | Resolution on the revision of the Supervisory Board remuneration, and the corresponding amendments to the Articles of Association, the members of the Supervisory Board shall receive a fixed annual remuneration of EUR 50,000, plus a variable remuneration of EUR 150 per EUR 0.01 of the earnings per share in excess of EUR 1, plus a further variable remuneration of EUR 250 per EUR 0.01 by which the three-year average earnings per share exceed EUR 2, the Chairman shall receive three times, and the Deputy Chairman one and a half times, the amounts Committee members shall be granted further remuneration, all members shall receive an attendance fee of EUR 1,000 per meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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12. | | Amendment to the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | COUNTER PROPOSALS HAVE BEEN RECEIVED FOR THIS MEETING. A LINK TO THE COUNTER PROPOSAL INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE IN THE MATERIAL URL SECTION OF THE APPLICATION. IF YOU WISH TO ACT ON THESE ITEMS, YOU WILL NEED TO REQUEST A MEETING ATTEND AND VOTE YOUR SHARES AT THE COMPANYS MEETING. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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ORTHOFIX INTERNATIONAL N.V. |
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Security | | N6748L102 | | Meeting Type | | Contested-Consent |
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Ticker Symbol | | OFIX | | Meeting Date | | 28-Jan-2009 |
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ISIN | | ANN6748L1027 | | Agenda | | 932991385 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | REVOKE CONSENT TO HOLD SPECIAL MEETING. | | Management | | | | |
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ORTHOFIX INTERNATIONAL N.V. |
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Security | | N6748L102 | | Meeting Type | | Contested-Consent |
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Ticker Symbol | | OFIX | | Meeting Date | | 28-Jan-2009 |
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ISIN | | ANN6748L1027 | | Agenda | | 932991397 - Opposition |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | CONSENT TO HOLD SPECIAL MEETING. | | Management | | For | | * |
* | Management Position Unknown |
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BECTON, DICKINSON AND COMPANY |
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Security | | 075887109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | BDX | | Meeting Date | | 03-Feb-2009 |
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ISIN | | US0758871091 | | Agenda | | 932987007 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 C.M. FRASER-LIGGETT | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 E.J. LUDWIG | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 W.J. OVERLOCK, JR. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 B.L. SCOTT | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF SELECTION OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | AMENDMENT TO BD’S RESTATED CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | AMENDMENT TO THE 2004 EMPLOYEE AND DIRECTOR EQUITY BASED COMPENSATION PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | APPROVAL OF MATERIAL TERMS OF PERFORMANCE GOALS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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06 | | SPECIAL SHAREHOLDER MEETINGS. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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07 | | CUMULATIVE VOTING. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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FINANCIERE MARC DE LACHARRIERE (FIMALAC), PARIS |
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Security | | F3534D120 | | Meeting Type | | Ordinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 10-Feb-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000037947 | | Agenda | | 701799491 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A MIX MEETING. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve to accept the consolidated financial statements and statutory reports | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Approve the financial statements and statutory reports | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve the Auditor’s special report regarding related party transactions | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Approve the allocation of income and dividends of EUR 1.50 per Share | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Re-elect Mr. Bernard Pierre as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.6 | | Appoint Pierre Mercadal as an Alternate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.7 | | Approve the remuneration of the Directors in the aggregate amount of EUR 320,000 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.8 | | Grant authority for the repurchase of up to 10% of issued share capital | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.9 | | Grant authority for the issuance of equity or equity linked securities with preemptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 230 million | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.10 | | Grant authority for the issuance of equity or equity linked securities without preemptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 150 million | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
E.11 | | Grant authority for the capital increase of up to EUR 100 million for future exchange offers | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
E.12 | | Grant authority for the capital increase of up to 10% of issued capital for future acquisitions | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.13 | | Approve to set global limit for capital increase to result from issuance requests without preemptive rights under items 10 to 12 at EUR 150 million | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.14 | | Approve to set global limit for capital increase to result from issuance requests with and without preemptive rights under items 9 to 12 at EUR 230 million | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.15 | | Grant authority for the capitalization of reserves of up to EUR 300 million for bonus issue or increase in par value | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.16 | | Approve the Employee Stock Purchase Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.17 | | Approve the reduction in share capital via cancellation of repurchased shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.18 | | Grant authority for the filing of required documents/other formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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WEATHERFORD INTERNATIONAL LTD. |
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Security | | G95089101 | | Meeting Type | | Special |
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Ticker Symbol | | WFT | | Meeting Date | | 17-Feb-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | BMG950891017 | | Agenda | | 932993389 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | APPROVAL OF THE SCHEME OF ARRANGEMENT ATTACHED TO THE ACCOMPANYING PROXY STATEMENT AS ANNEX B. | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROVAL OF THE MOTION TO ADJOURN THE MEETING TO A LATER DATE TO SOLICIT ADDITIONAL PROXIES IF THERE ARE INSUFFICIENT VOTES AT THE TIME OF THE MEETING TO APPROVE THE SCHEME OF ARRANGEMENT. | | Management | | For | | For |
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SANDERSON FARMS, INC. |
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Security | | 800013104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | SAFM | | Meeting Date | | 19-Feb-2009 |
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ISIN | | US8000131040 | | Agenda | | 932991462 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 JOHN H. BAKER, III | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 2 JOHN BIERBUSSE | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 3 MIKE COCKRELL | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 ROWAN H. TAYLOR | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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02 | | TO CONSIDER AND ACT UPON A PROPOSAL TO RATIFY AND APPROVE THE SELECTION OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT AUDITORS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING OCTOBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO CONSIDER AND ACT UPON A STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING “CAK”. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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PLANAR SYSTEMS, INC. |
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Security | | 726900103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | PLNR | | Meeting Date | | 19-Feb-2009 |
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ISIN | | US7269001035 | | Agenda | | 932993428 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 GERALD K. PERKEL | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 E. KAY STEPP | | | | For | | For |
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CLUB MEDITERRANEE |
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Security | | F18690101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 20-Feb-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000121568 | | Agenda | | 701800268 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A MIX MEETING. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve, the reports of the Board of Directors, of the Chairman of the Board of Directors on the conditions for the preparation and the organization of the work of the Board and on the internal audit procedures and the Auditors, the Company’s financial statements for the YE on 31 OCT 2008, as presented, accordingly, Grant discharge to the Board of Directors for the performance of its duties during the said FY | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Receive the reports of the Board of Directors, of the Chairman of the Board of Directors on the conditions for the preparation and the organization of the work of the Board and on the internal audit procedures and the Auditors, approve the consolidated financial statements for the said FY, in the form presented to the meeting, showing net profit group share of EUR 1,000,000.00 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve to resolves to record the loss for the year of EUR 1,230,475.00 as a deficit in retained earnings, following this appropriation, the retained earnings account will show a new debit balance of EUR 297,476,281.00, as required Bylaw, it is reminded that, for the last 3 financial years, the dividends paid, were as follows: number of shares remunerated: 19,358,005.00 for FY 2004 2005, number of shares remunerated: 19,358,005.00 for FY 2005 2006, number of shares remunerated: 19,370,705.00 for FY 2006 2007 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Receive the special report of the Auditors on Agreements Governed by Articles L. 225-38 ET SEQ. of the French Commercial Code, approve the agreements entered into or which were carried out during the FY | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.5 | | Receive the special report of the Auditors on commitments governed by Article L. 225-42-1 of the French Commercial Code, approve the commitment related to Mr. Henri Giscard D’estaing | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.6 | | Receive the special report of the Auditors on commitments governed by Article L. 225-42-1 of the French Commercial Code, approve the commitment related to Mr. Michel Wolfovski | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.7 | | Approve to award total annual fees of EUR 305,000.00 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.8 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to trade in the Company’s shares on the stock market, subject to the conditions described below: maximum purchase price: EUR 70.00, maximum number of shares to be acquired: 10% of the number of shares comprising the share capital, i.e. 19,377,905 shares, maximum funds invested in the share buybacks: EUR 135,645,370.00 on the basis of the 19,377,905 shares existing on 31 OCT 2008, [Authority is given for an 18 month period], it supersedes the one granted by the shareholders’ meeting of 11 MAR 2008 in its resolution number 15, to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.9 | | Grants full powers to the bearer of an original, a copy or extract of the minutes of this meeting to carry out all filings, publications and other formalities prescribed by Law | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.10 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase on one or more occasions, at its sole discretion, in France or abroad, the share capital to a maximum nominal amount of EUR 50,000,000.00, by issuance, with the shareholders’ preferred subscription rights maintained, of shares or various securities, the nominal amount of debt securities issued shall not exceed EUR 300,000,000.00, [Authority is given for a 26 month period], it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization given by the shareholders’ meeting of 08 MAR 2007 in resolution nr 17, to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.11 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase on one or more occasions, at its sole discretion, in France or abroad, the share capital to a maximum nominal amount of EUR 20,000,000.00, by issuance, with cancellation of the shareholders’ preferred subscription rights, of shares or various securities, the nominal amount of debt securities issued shall not exceed EUR 300,000,000.00, [Authority is given for a 26 month period], it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization given by the shareholders’ meeting of 08 MAR 2007 in resolution nr 18, to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.12 | | Authorize the Board of Directors and within the limit of 10% of the Company’s share capital per year, to set the issue price of the shares or other various securities to be issued, in accordance with the terms and conditions determined by the shareholders meeting this delegation of power supersedes the fraction unused of the one given by the shareholders’ meeting of 08 MAR 2007 in resolution nr 19; [Authority is given for a 26 month period] | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.13 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to issue Company’s equity securities or securities giving access to the Company’s share capital, in consideration for securities tendered in a public exchange offer initiated by the Company concerning the shares of another Company, the maximal nominal amount of capital increases to be carried out under this delegation of authority shall not exceed EUR 20,000,000.00, [Authority is given for a 26 month period], it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization given by the shareholders’ meeting of 08 MAR 2007 in resolution nr 21, to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.14 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital, up to 10% of the share capital, by way of issuing shares or various securities, in consideration for the contributions in kind granted to the Company and comprised of capital securities or securities giving access to share capital, [Authority is given for a 26 month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization given by the shareholders’ meeting of 08 MAR 2007 in resolution nr 22, to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.15 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to grant, in one or more transaction, to the Employees and Corporate Officers of the Group’s Companies, options giving the right either to subscribe for new shares in the Company to be issued thought a share capital increase, or to purchase existing shares purchased by the Company, it being provided that the options shall not give rights to a total number of shares, which shall exceed the legal limits and the overall ceiling referred to in the resolution nr 19, [Authority is given for a 26 month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization given by the shareholders’ meeting of 08 MAR 2007 in resolution nr 23, to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.16 | | Approve, that the Board of Directors may decide, to increase the number of securities to be issued in the event of a capital increase with or without preferential subscription right of shareholder, at the same price of shareholder, at the same price as the initial issue, within 30 days of the closing of the subscription period and up to a maximum of 15% of the initial issue [Authority is given for a 26 month period] | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.17 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to grant, on one or more occasions, existing or future shares, in favor of the Employees or the Corporate Officers of the Company, they may not represent more than 1% of the share capital, [Authority is given for a 26 month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization given by the shareholders’ meeting of 08 MAR 2007 in resolution nr 25, to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.18 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital, on one or more occasions, at its sole discretion, in favor of the Employees and the Corporate Officers of the Company who are Members of the Company saving Plan, [Authority is given for a 26 month period] and for nominal amount that shall not exceed EUR 5,000,000.00, it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization given by the shareholders’ meeting of 08 MAR 2007 in resolution nr 26, to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.19 | | Approve the overall nominal amount pertaining to the capital increase to be carried out by issuing shares, equity securities or other various securities with the use of the delegation given by resolutions number 10, 11, 12, 13, 15, 16, 17 and 18 shall not exceed EUR 75,000,000.00 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.20 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to reduce the share capital, on one or more occasions, by canceling all or part of the shares held by the Company in connection with a stock repurchase plan, up to a maximum of 10% of the share capital over a 24 month period, [Authority if given for an 18 month period], to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.21 | | Grant full powers to the bearer of an original, a copy or extract of the minutes of this meeting to carry out all filings, publications and other formalities prescribed by Law | | Management | | For | | For |
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ALADDIN KNOWLEDGE SYSTEMS LTD. |
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Security | | M0392N101 | | Meeting Type | | Special |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | ALDN | | Meeting Date | | 20-Feb-2009 |
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ISIN | | IL0010824030 | | Agenda | | 932995509 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | TO ADOPT AND APPROVE THE AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER, DATED AS OF JANUARY 11, 2009, BY AND AMONG MAGIC LAMP CORP., JASMINE MERGER CORP LTD. AND ALADDIN, APPROVE THE MERGER CONTEMPLATED THEREBY AND APPROVE ALL OTHER TRANSACTIONS CONTEMPLATED BY THE AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER. | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO APPROVE THE ARTICLES AMENDMENT AND CORRESPONDING AMENDMENTS TO THE INDEMNIFICATION AGREEMENTS. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | TO APPROVE THE D&O INSURANCE RENEWAL AND THE PURCHASE OF THE RUN-OFF INSURANCE. | | Management | | For | | For |
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NOVARTIS AG |
| | | |
Security | | 66987V109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | NVS | | Meeting Date | | 24-Feb-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US66987V1098 | | Agenda | | 932996905 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | APPROVAL OF THE ANNUAL REPORT, FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND GROUP CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE BUSINESS YEAR 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | DISCHARGE FROM LIABILITY OF THE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | APPROPRIATION OF AVAILABLE EARNINGS OF NOVARTIS AG AS PER BALANCE SHEET AND DECLARATION OF DIVIDEND | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | REDUCTION OF SHARE CAPITAL | | Management | | For | | For |
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5A | | AMENDMENTS TO THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION - INTRODUCTION OF A CONSULTATIVE VOTE ON THE REMUNERATION REPORT | | Management | | For | | Against |
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5B | | AMENDMENTS TO THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION - PURPOSE | | Management | | For | | For |
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5C | | AMENDMENTS TO THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION - AUDITORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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6BA | | RE-ELECTION OF PROF. SRIKANT M. DATAR PH.D. FOR A THREE-YEAR TERM | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
6BB | | RE-ELECTION OF ANDREAS VON PLANTA PH.D. FOR A THREE-YEAR TERM | | Management | | For | | For |
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6BC | | RE-ELECTION OF DR.-ING. WENDELIN WIEDEKING FOR A THREE-YEAR TERM | | Management | | For | | For |
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6BD | | RE-ELECTION OF PROF. ROLF M. ZINKERNAGEL M.D. FOR A THREE-YEAR TERM | | Management | | For | | For |
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6C | | ELECTION OF PROF. WILLIAM BRODY, M.D., PH.D. FOR A THREE-YEAR TERM | | Management | | For | | For |
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07 | | APPOINTMENT OF THE AUDITOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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08 | | ADDITIONAL AND/OR COUNTER-PROPOSALS PRESENTED AT THE MEETING | | Management | | For | | For |
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SIRONA DENTAL SYSTEMS, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 82966C103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | SIRO | | Meeting Date | | 25-Feb-2009 |
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ISIN | | US82966C1036 | | Agenda | | 932996359 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 NICHOLAS W. ALEXOS | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 2 DAVID K. BEECKEN | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 3 JOST FISCHER | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 4 ARTHUR D. KOWALOFF | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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02 | | PROPOSAL TO AMEND OUR EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN TO RAISE THE NUMBER OF SHARES OF COMMON STOCK ISSUABLE UNDER THE PLAN TO 4,550,000. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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03 | | PROPOSAL TO AMEND OUR 1996 STOCK OPTION PLAN TO PERMIT A STOCK OPTION EXCHANGE PROGRAM TO EXCHANGE OUTSTANDING STOCK OPTIONS UNDER OUR 1996 STOCK OPTION PLAN WITH A PER-SHARE EXERCISE PRICE EQUAL TO OR GREATER THAN $25.10 FOR STOCK OPTIONS UNDER OUR EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN ON A VALUE-FOR-VALUE BASIS. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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04 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE SELECTION OF KPMG DEUTSCHE TREUHAND-GESELLSCHAFT, AKTIENGESELLSCHAFT, WIRTSCHAFTSPRUEFUNGSGESELLSCHAFT, GERMANY AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT AUDITOR FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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INTERNATIONAL GAME TECHNOLOGY |
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Security | | 459902102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | IGT | | Meeting Date | | 03-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | US4599021023 | | Agenda | | 932992161 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 ROBERT A. BITTMAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 RICHARD R. BURT | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 PATTI S. HART | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 ROBERT A. MATHEWSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 THOMAS J. MATTHEWS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 ROBERT MILLER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 FREDERICK B. RENTSCHLER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 DAVID E. ROBERSON | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROVAL OF THE AMENDMENTS TO THE INTERNATIONAL GAME TECHNOLOGY 2002 STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS IGT’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | ELECTION OF PHILIP G. SATRE TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. “AN “AGAINST” VOTE ON ITEM 4 WILL BE TREATED AS A WITHHOLD VOTE WITH RESPECT TO PHILIP G. SATRE.” | | Management | | For | | For |
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THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY |
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Security | | 254687106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | DIS | | Meeting Date | | 10-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | US2546871060 | | Agenda | | 932990559 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: SUSAN E. ARNOLD | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN E. BRYSON | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN S. CHEN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JUDITH L. ESTRIN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT A. IGER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: STEVEN P. JOBS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: FRED H. LANGHAMMER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: AYLWIN B. LEWIS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MONICA C. LOZANO | | Management | | For | | For |
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1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT W. MATSCHULLAT | | Management | | For | | For |
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1K | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN E. PEPPER, JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1L | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ORIN C. SMITH | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSE-COOPERS LLP AS THE COMPANY’S REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO APPROVE THE AMENDMENT TO THE AMENDED AND RESTATED 2005 STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | TO APPROVE THE TERMS OF THE AMENDED AND RESTATED 2002 EXECUTIVE PERFORMANCE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | TO APPROVE THE SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL RELATING TO POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS REPORTING. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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06 | | TO APPROVE THE SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL RELATING TO DEATH BENEFIT PAYMENTS. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
| | | | |
07 | | TO APPROVE THE SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL RELATING TO SHAREHOLDER ADVISORY VOTE ON EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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FRANKLIN RESOURCES, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 354613101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | BEN | | Meeting Date | | 11-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | US3546131018 | | Agenda | | 932991311 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: SAMUEL H. ARMACOST | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CHARLES CROCKER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOSEPH R. HARDIMAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT D. JOFFE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CHARLES B. JOHNSON | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GREGORY E. JOHNSON | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RUPERT H. JOHNSON, JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: THOMAS H. KEAN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CHUTTA RATNATHICAM | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PETER M. SACERDOTE | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1K | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LAURA STEIN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1L | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ANNE M. TATLOCK | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | TO RESUBMIT FOR STOCKHOLDER APPROVAL THE 2004 KEY EXECUTIVE INCENTIVE COMPENSATION PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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CARLSBERG AS |
| | | |
Security | | K36628137 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 12-Mar-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | DK0010181759 | | Agenda | | 701826185 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | IMPORTANT MARKET PROCESSING REQUIREMENT: A BENEFICIAL OWNER SIGNED POWER OF ATTORNEY (POA) IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO LODGE AND EXECUTE YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MARKET. ABSENCE OF A POA, MAY CAUSE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS TO BE REJECTED. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Receive the report on the activities of the Company in the past year | | Management | | Abstain | | Against |
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2. | | Approve the audited annual report and grant discharge to the Board of Directors and the Executive Board from their obligations | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approve the distribution of the profit for the year, including declaration of the dividends | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Authorize the Board of Directors of Carlsberg A/S, with reference to Section 48 of the Danish Public Companies Act, to acquire treasury shares at a nominal value of up to 10% of the nominal share capital at the price quoted on the Copenhagen Stock Exchange at the time of acquisition with a deviation of up to 10%; [Authority expires at the end of next AGM] | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.A | | Authorize the Board of Directors, in the Articles 9[1], Articles 13[1], Articles 13[4], to increase the share capital of the Company by total up to DKK 10,000,000 B-shares to be offered to the employees of the Company; approve, to issue convertible bonds to a maximum amount of DKK 639,000,000, and to raise loans by up to a maximum amount of DKK 200,000,000 against bonds or other instruments of debt with a right to interest, the size of which is entirely or partly related to the dividend paid by the Company as specified | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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5.B | | Amend the Articles 11[3] of the Articles of Association as specified | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Approve, pursuant to the Article 27[3-4] of the Articles of Association, Managing Director Mr. Jens Bigum retires from the Board of Directors and according to the Article 27[3] of the Articles of Association, Professor, D. Pharm. Povl Krogsgaard-Larsen and Professor, D. Econ, Niels Kaergard and Henning B. Dyremose who will retire from the Board of Directors by rotation, Henning Dyremose stands down; re-elect Povl Krogsgaard-Larsen and Niels Kaergard and Richard Burrows and Kees van der Graaf be elected as new members of the Board of Directors | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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7. | | Appoint the KPMG Statsautoriseret Revisionspartnerselskab as state authorized Public accountant to audit the accounts for the current year | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Authorize the Board of Directors to carry out any such changes and amendments in the material approved, in the Articles of Association and in other relations which the Danish Commerce and Companies Agency may require in order to register the material approved at the AGM | | Management | | For | | For |
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LG ELECTRONICS INC NEW |
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Security | | Y5275H177 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 13-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | KR7066570003 | | Agenda | | 701816425 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT ABSTAIN IS NOT A VALID VOTING OPTION FOR THIS MEETING. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve the financial statement | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the partial amendment to the Articles of Incorporation | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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3. | | Elect the Directors: Outside Directors - 2 persons [Messrs. Kim, Sang Hee, Lee, Kyu Min] | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Elect the Audit Committee Member as Outside Directors - 2 persons [Messrs. Kim, Sang Hee, Hong, Sung Won] | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Approve the remuneration limit for the Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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6. | | Approve the change of Severance Payment for Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO RECEIPT OF NAMES IN RESOLUTIONS 3 AND 4. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY-FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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SK TELECOM CO., LTD. |
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Security | | 78440P108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | SKM | | Meeting Date | | 13-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | US78440P1084 | | Agenda | | 933001620 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | APPROVAL OF FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE 25TH FISCAL YEAR (FROM JANUARY 1, 2008 TO DECEMBER 31, 2008) AS SET FORTH IN ITEM 1 OF THE COMPANY’S AGENDA ENCLOSED HEREWITH. | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROVAL OF CEILING AMOUNT OF THE REMUNERATION FOR DIRECTORS* PROPOSED CEILING AMOUNT OF THE REMUNERATION FOR DIRECTORS IS KRW 12 BILLION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | AMENDMENT TO COMPANY REGULATION ON EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION AS SET FORTH IN ITEM 2 OF THE COMPANY’S AGENDA ENCLOSED HEREWITH. | | Management | | For | | For |
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4A1 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MR. CHEY, JAE WON | | Management | | Abstain | | Against |
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4A2 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MR. JUNG, MAN WON | | Management | | For | | For |
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4B | | ELECTION OF INDEPENDENT NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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4C | | ELECTION OF A MEMBER OF THE AUDIT COMMITTEE. | | Management | | For | | For |
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REDECARD S A |
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Security | | P79941103 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 18-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | BRRDCDACNOR3 | | Agenda | | 701831302 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | IMPORTANT MARKET PROCESSING REQUIREMENT: A BENEFICIAL OWNER SIGNED POWER OF ATTORNEY (POA) IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO LODGE AND EXECUTE YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MARKET. ABSENCE OF A POA, MAY CAUSE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS TO BE REJECTED. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT VOTES IN FAVOR AND AGAINST IN THE SAME AGENDA ITEM ARE NOT ALLOWED. ONLY VOTES IN FAVOR AND/OR ABSTAIN OR AGAINST AND/ OR ABSTAIN ARE ALLOWED. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve to decide concerning retaining Mr. Joaquim Francisco De Castro Neto in his position as Chairperson of the Board of Directors, until the end of the term of office for which he was elected, considering the age limit that is dealt with in Article 13, 8 of the Corporate Bylaws | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Elect the members of the Board of Director’s designated in the meetings of the Board of Directors held on 24 APR 2008, and 23 SEP 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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REDECARD S A |
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Security | | P79941103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 18-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | BRRDCDACNOR3 | | Agenda | | 701831314 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | IMPORTANT MARKET PROCESSING REQUIREMENT: A BENEFICIAL OWNER SIGNED POWER OF ATTORNEY (POA) IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO LODGE AND EXECUTE YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MARKET. ABSENCE OF A POA, MAY CAUSE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS TO BE REJECTED. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT VOTES IN FAVOR AND AGAINST IN THE SAME AGENDA ITEM ARE NOT ALLOWED. ONLY VOTES IN FAVOR AND/OR ABSTAIN OR AGAINST AND/ OR ABSTAIN ARE ALLOWED. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve to examine and vote up on the Board of Directors annual report, the financial statements and Independent Auditors and finance committee report relating to FYE 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the capital budget and the allocation of the net profits from the FY | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approve to set the global remuneration of the Board of Directors, the Independent Auditors and the Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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COVIDIEN LTD. |
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Security | | G2552X108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | COV | | Meeting Date | | 18-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | BMG2552X1083 | | Agenda | | 932993377 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CRAIG ARNOLD | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT H. BRUST | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN M. CONNORS, JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CHRISTOPHER J. COUGHLIN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: TIMOTHY M. DONAHUE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: KATHY J. HERBERT | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RANDALL J. HOGAN, III | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RICHARD J. MEELIA | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DENNIS H. REILLEY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: TADATAKA YAMADA | | Management | | For | | For |
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1K | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOSEPH A. ZACCAGNINO | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROVE AMENDED AND RESTATED 2007 STOCK AND INCENTIVE PLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPOINTMENT OF INDEPENDENT AUDITORS AND AUTHORIZATION OF THE AUDIT COMMITTEE TO SET THE AUDITORS’ REMUNERATION | | Management | | For | | For |
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HSBC HOLDINGS PLC |
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Security | | 404280406 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | HBC | | Meeting Date | | 19-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | US4042804066 | | Agenda | | 933009967 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | TO INCREASE THE COMPANY’S AUTHORISED SHARE CAPITAL | | Management | | For | | |
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02 | | TO AUTHORISE THE DIRECTORS TO ALLOT SHARES | | Management | | For | | |
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S3 | | TO DISAPPLY PRE-EMPTION RIGHTS, WHERE NECESSARY, IN CONNECTION WITH THE RIGHTS ISSUE (SPECIAL RESOLUTION) | | Management | | For | | |
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STRAUMANN HLDG AG |
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Security | | H8300N119 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 20-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | CH0012280076 | | Agenda | | 701820311 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | THE PRACTICE OF SHARE BLOCKING VARIES WIDELY IN THIS MARKET. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE TO OBTAIN BLOCKING INFORMATION FOR YOUR ACCOUNTS. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS THE PART II OF THE MEETING NOTICE SENT UNDER MEETING-522507, INCLUDING THE AGENDA. TO VOTE IN THE UPCOMING MEETING, YOUR NAME MUST BE NOTIFIED TO THE COMPANY REGISTRAR AS BENEFICIAL OWNER BEFORE THE RE-REGISTRATION DEADLINE. PLEASE NOTE THAT THOSE INSTRUCTIONS THAT ARE SUBMITTED AFTER THE CUTOFF DATE WILL BE PROCESSED ON A BEST EFFORT BASIS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve the presentation of the 2008 business report and the reports of the Auditors | | Management | | Abstain | | Against |
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2. | | Approve the 2008 annual report [including the compensation report], the 2008 annual financial statements and the 2008 consolidated financial statements | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approve the appropriation of available earnings | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Grant discharge of the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Amend the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Elect the Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Appoint the Auditors for the year 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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HANKOOK TIRE CO LTD, SEOUL |
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Security | | Y30587102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 20-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | KR7000240002 | | Agenda | | 701824749 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT ABSTAIN IS NOT A VALID VOTING OPTION IN KOREA MEETING. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve the financial statements | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Amend the Articles of Incorporation | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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3. | | Elect the External Director who is an Audit Committee Member | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Approve the limit of remuneration for the Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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CORPORACION GEO SAB DE CV |
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Security | | P3142C117 | | Meeting Type | | Ordinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 20-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | MXP3142C1177 | | Agenda | | 701833368 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
I. | | Receive the report from the Board of Directors under the terms of Article 172 of the General Mercantile Company law and Article 28, subsection IV of the securities market law concerning the operations and results of the Company and the operations and activities in which it intervened in accordance with the securities market law during the FYE on 31 DEC 2007, including the individual and consolidated financial statements of the Company and the report on the compliance with the tax obligations in accordance with that provided by subsection XX of Article 86 of the income tax law | | Management | | For | | For |
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II. | | Receive the report of the Director General in accordance with the Article 172 of the General Mercantile Company law and 28, Section IV line B of the securities market law accompanied by the opinion of the outside Auditor and the opinion of the Board of Director’s regarding the report of the Director General in compliance with Article 21 of the corporate ByLaws | | Management | | For | | For |
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III. | | Receive the annual report of the Audit and corporate practices committee on its activities in accordance with the Article 36, part IV line A of the corporate bylaws and Article 28, part IV, line A of the security market law | | Management | | For | | For |
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IV. | | Approve the allocation of results from the FYE on 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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V. | | Approve to determine the maximum amount of funds that can be allocated to purchase of the Company’s own shares in accordance with Article 12 of the Corporate bylaws and Article 56, line IV, of the securities market law | | Management | | For | | For |
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VI. | | Appoint the Members of the Board of Directors and Secretary for the Company | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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VII. | | Ratify the Members of the Audit and corporate practices committee; appoint the Chairperson of each one of said committees in compliance with that which is provided in the Article 43 of the securities market law | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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VIII | | Approve the remuneration for Members of the Board of Directors of the Company, full and alternate, Secretary and Members of the Audit and corporate practice committee | | Management | | For | | For |
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IX. | | Approve the designation of delegates who will carry out and formalize the resolutions passed by the AGM | | Management | | For | | For |
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NATURA COSMETICOS SA, SAO PAULO |
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Security | | P7088C106 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 23-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | BRNATUACNOR6 | | Agenda | | 701820638 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | IMPORTANT MARKET PROCESSING REQUIREMENT: A BENEFICIAL OWNER SIGNED POWER OF ATTORNEY (POA) IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO LODGE AND EXECUTE YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MARKET. ABSENCE OF A POA, MAY CAUSE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS TO BE REJECTED. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT VOTES IN FAVOR ‘AND’ AGAINST IN THE SAME AGENDA ITEM ARE NOT ALLOWED. ONLY VOTES IN FAVOR AND/OR ABSTAIN OR AGAINST AND/OR ABSTAIN ARE ALLOWED. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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A. | | Ratify the amendment of the wording of Article 5 of the Companys Corporate Bylaws relating to the Share Capital and the quantity of Company Shares that are subscribed for and paid in, arising from the exercise of the option to buy or subscribe for common shares issued by the Company, during the year 2008, by the Managers and Employees of the Company, as well as the Managers and Employees of the Companys directly and indirectly controlled Companies, participants in the addenda to the plans for the granting of options to purchase or subscribe for common shares issued by the Company relating to the 2004 calendar year | | Management | | For | | For |
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B. | | Approve to consider the new wording of the program for the granting of options to purchase or subscribe to common shares issued by the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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NATURA COSMETICOS SA, SAO PAULO |
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Security | | P7088C106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 23-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | BRNATUACNOR6 | | Agenda | | 701820640 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | IMPORTANT MARKET PROCESSING REQUIREMENT: A BENEFICIAL OWNER SIGNED POWER OF ATTORNEY (POA) IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO LODGE AND EXECUTE YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MARKET. ABSENCE OF A POA, MAY CAUSE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS TO BE REJECTED. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT VOTES IN FAVOR ‘AND’ AGAINST IN THE SAME AGENDA ITEM ARE NOT ALLOWED. ONLY VOTES IN FAVOR AND/OR ABSTAIN OR AGAINST AND/OR ABSTAIN ARE ALLOWED. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Receive the administrators accounts, to examine, discuss and vote on the administrations report the financial statements and the accounting statements accompanied by the Independent Auditors report regarding the FYE 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the proposal for the capital budget for the year 2009 the allocation of the net profit from FYE 31 DEC 2008 and to ratify the early distributions of dividends and interim interest on net equity | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Elect the Members of the Company’s Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Approve to set the aggregate remuneration of the Managers of the Company to be paid before the AGM in which shareholders of the Company vote concerning the financial statements for the FYE 31 DEC 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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ASML HOLDING NV |
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Security | | N07059178 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 26-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | NL0006034001 | | Agenda | | 701822846 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN AMENDMENT TO MEETING ID 525667 DUE TO ADDITION OF RESOLUTIONS. ALL VOTES RECEIVED ON THE PREVIOUS MEETING WILL BE DISREGARDED AND YOU WILL NEED TO REINSTRUCT ON THIS MEETING NOTICE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO CHANGE IN STATUS OF BLOCKING INDICATOR. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Opening | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2. | | Overview of the Company’s business and financial situation | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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3. | | Approve to discuss the Annual Report 2008 and adopt the financial statements for the FY 2008, as prepared in accordance with Dutch law | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Grant discharge the Members of the Board of Management from liability for their responsibilities in the FY 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Grant discharge the Members of the Supervisory Board from liability for their responsibilities in the FY 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Clarification of the reserves and dividend policy | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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7. | | Adopt a dividend of EUR 0.20 per ordinary share of EUR 0.09 | | Management | | For | | For |
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8.A | | Approve, subject to the approval of the Supervisory Board, the number of performance stock for the Board of Management and authorize the Board of Management to issue the performance stock | | Management | | For | | For |
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8.B | | Approve, subject to the approval of the Supervisory Board, the maximum number of 50,000 sign-on stock and authorize the Board of Management to issue the sign-on stock | | Management | �� | Against | | Against |
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9.A | | Approve, subject to the approval of the Supervisory Board, the number of performance stock options available for the Board of Management and authorize the Board of Management to issue the performance stock options | | Management | | For | | For |
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9.B | | Approve, subject to the approval of the Supervisory Board, the maximum number of 50,000 sign-on stock options, and authorize the Board of Management to issue the sign-on stock options | | Management | | For | | For |
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9.C | | Approve, subject to the approval of the Supervisory Board, the number of stock options, respectively shares, available for ASML employees, other than Members of the Board of Management, and authorize the Board of Management to issue the stock options or shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Composition of the Board of Management | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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11.A | | Re-appoint Ms. H.C.J. van den Burg as a Member of the Supervisory Board, effective 26 MAR 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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11.B | | Re-appoint Mr. O. Bilous as a Member of the Supervisory Board, effective 26 MAR 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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11.C | | Re-appoint Mr. J.W.B. Westerburgen as a Member of the Supervisory Board, effective 26 MAR 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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11.D | | Appoint Ms. P.F.M. van der Meer Mohr as a Member of the Supervisory Board, effective 26 MAR 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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11.E | | Appoint Mr. W. Ziebart as a Member of the Supervisory Board, effective 26 MAR 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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12.A | | Authorize the Board of Management, for a period of 18 months from 26 MAR 2009, to issue shares or rights to subscribe for shares in the capital of the Company, subject to the approval of the Supervisory Board, limited to 5% of the issued share capital at the time of the authorization | | Management | | For | | For |
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12.B | | Authorize the Board of Management, for a period of 18 months from 26 MAR 2009, to restrict or exclude the pre-emption rights accruing to shareholders in connection with the issue of shares or rights to subscribe for shares as described under 12.A., subject to approval of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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12.C | | Authorize the Board of Management, for a period of 18 months from 26 MAR 2009, to issue shares or rights to subscribe for shares in the capital of the Company, subject to the approval of the Supervisory Board, for an additional 5% of the issued share capital at the time of the authorization, which 5% can only be used in connection with or on the occasion of mergers and/or acquisitions | | Management | | For | | For |
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12.D | | Authorize the Board of Management, for a period of 18 months from 26 MAR 2009, to restrict or exclude the pre-emption rights accruing to shareholders in connection with the issue of shares or rights to subscribe for shares as described under 12.C., subject to approval of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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13. | | Authorize the Board of Management, for a period of 18 months from 26 MAR 2009, to acquire - subject to the approval of the Supervisory Board - such a number of ordinary shares in the Company’s share capital as permitted within the limits of the Law and the Articles of Association of the Company, taking into account the possibility to cancel the re-purchased shares, for valuable consideration, on Euronext Amsterdam by NYSE Euronext [“Euronext Amsterdam”] or the NASDAQ Stock Market LLC [“NASDAQ”], or otherwise, at a price between, on the one hand, an amount equal to the nominal value of the shares and, on the other hand, an amount equal to 110% of the market price of these shares on Euronext Amsterdam or NASDAQ; the market price being the average of the highest price on each of the five days of trading prior to the date of acquisition, as shown in the Official Price List of Euronext Amsterdam or as reported on NASDAQ | | Management | | For | | For |
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14. | | Approve to cancel ordinary shares in the share capital of the Company repurchased or to be repurchased by the Company; the number of ordinary shares that will be cancelled shall be determined by the Board of Management, but shall not exceed 10% of the issued share capital of the Company as of 26 MAR 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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15. | | Approve to cancel additional ordinary shares in the share capital of the Company to be repurchased by the Company following the cancellation of the ordinary shares under Resolution 14; the number of ordinary shares that will be cancelled shall be determined by the Board of Management, but shall not exceed 10% of the issued share capital of the Company as of 26 MAR 2009, reduced with the number of ordinary shares cancelled pursuant to Resolution 14 | | Management | | For | | For |
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16. | | Any other business | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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17. | | Closing | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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KIRIN HOLDINGS COMPANY, LIMITED |
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Security | | 497350108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 26-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | JP3258000003 | | Agenda | | 701829268 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | Please reference meeting materials. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve Appropriation of Retained Earnings | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Amend the Articles of Incorporation | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.1 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.2 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.3 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.4 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.5 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.6 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.7 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.8 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.9 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Approve Payment of Bonuses to Corporate Officers | | Management | | For | | For |
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HYNIX SEMICONDUCTOR INC |
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Security | | Y3817W109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 26-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | KR7000660001 | | Agenda | | 701834928 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT ABSTAIN IS NOT A VALID VOTING OPTION IN KOREA. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve the financial statements | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the change of Articles of Incorporation | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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3. | | Elect the Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Elect the Audit Committee Member who is an External Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Approve the remuneration limit for the Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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ASML HOLDINGS N.V. | | | | | | |
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Security | | N07059186 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ASML | | Meeting Date | | 26-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | USN070591862 | | Agenda | | 933001694 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
03 | | DISCUSSION OF THE ANNUAL REPORT 2008 AND ADOPTION OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE FINANCIAL YEAR (“FY”) 2008, AS PREPARED IN ACCORDANCE WITH DUTCH LAW. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | DISCHARGE OF THE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF MANAGEMENT (“BOM”) FROM LIABILITY FOR THEIR RESPONSIBILITIES IN THE FY 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | DISCHARGE OF THE MEMBERS OF THE SUPERVISORY BOARD (“SB”) FROM LIABILITY FOR THEIR RESPONSIBILITIES IN THE FY 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
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07 | | PROPOSAL TO ADOPT A DIVIDEND OF EUR 0.20 PER ORDINARY SHARE OF EUR 0.09. | | Management | | For | | For |
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8A | | APPROVAL OF THE NUMBER OF PERFORMANCE STOCK FOR THE BOM AND AUTHORIZATION OF THE BOM TO ISSUE THE PERFORMANCE STOCK. | | Management | | For | | For |
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8B | | APPROVAL OF THE MAXIMUM NUMBER OF 50,000 SIGN-ON STOCK FOR THE BOM AND AUTHORIZATION OF THE BOM TO ISSUE THE SIGN-ON STOCK. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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9A | | APPROVAL OF THE NUMBER OF PERFORMANCE STOCK OPTIONS FOR THE BOM AND AUTHORIZATION OF THE BOM TO ISSUE THE PERFORMANCE STOCK OPTIONS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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9B | | APPROVAL OF THE MAXIMUM NUMBER OF 50,000 SIGN-ON STOCK OPTIONS FOR THE BOM AND AUTHORIZATION OF THE BOM TO ISSUE THE SIGN-ON STOCK OPTIONS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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9C | | APPROVAL OF THE NUMBER OF STOCK OPTIONS, RESPECTIVELY STOCK, AVAILABLE FOR ASML EMPLOYEES, AND AUTHORIZATION OF THE BOM TO ISSUE THE STOCK OPTIONS OR STOCK. | | Management | | For | | For |
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11A | | NOMINATION FOR REAPPOINTMENT OF MS. H.C.J. VAN DEN BURG AS MEMBER OF THE SB EFFECTIVE MARCH 26, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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11B | | NOMINATION FOR REAPPOINTMENT OF MR. O. BILOUS AS MEMBER OF THE SB EFFECTIVE MARCH 26, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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11C | | NOMINATION FOR REAPPOINTMENT OF MR. J.W.B. WESTERBURGEN AS MEMBER OF THE SB EFFECTIVE MARCH 26, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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11D | | NOMINATION FOR APPOINTMENT OF MS. P.F.M. VAN DER MEER MOHR AS MEMBER OF THE SB EFFECTIVE MARCH 26, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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11E | | NOMINATION FOR APPOINTMENT OF MR. W. ZIEBART AS MEMBER OF THE SB EFFECTIVE MARCH 26, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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12A | | PROPOSAL TO AUTHORIZE THE BOM FOR A PERIOD OF 18 MONTHS FROM MARCH 26, 2009, TO ISSUE (RIGHTS TO SUBSCRIBE FOR) SHARES IN THE CAPITAL OF THE COMPANY, LIMITED TO 5% OF THE ISSUED SHARE CAPITAL AT THE TIME OF THE AUTHORIZATION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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12B | | PROPOSAL TO AUTHORIZE THE BOM FOR A PERIOD OF 18 MONTHS FROM MARCH 26, 2009 TO RESTRICT OR EXCLUDE THE PRE-EMPTION RIGHTS ACCRUING TO SHAREHOLDERS IN CONNECTION WITH ITEM 12A. | | Management | | For | | For |
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12C | | PROPOSAL TO AUTHORIZE THE BOM FOR A PERIOD OF 18 MONTHS FROM MARCH 26, 2009, TO ISSUE (RIGHTS TO SUBSCRIBE FOR) SHARES IN THE CAPITAL OF THE COMPANY, FOR AN ADDITIONAL 5% OF THE ISSUED SHARE CAPITAL AT THE TIME OF THE AUTHORIZATION, WHICH 5% CAN ONLY BE USED IN CONNECTION WITH OR ON THE OCCASION OF MERGERS AND/OR ACQUISITIONS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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12D | | PROPOSAL TO AUTHORIZE THE BOM FOR A PERIOD OF 18 MONTHS FROM MARCH 26, 2009, TO RESTRICT OR EXCLUDE THE PRE-EMPTION RIGHTS ACCRUING TO SHAREHOLDERS IN CONNECTION WITH ITEM 12C. | | Management | | For | | For |
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13 | | PROPOSAL TO AUTHORIZE THE BOM FOR A PERIOD OF 18 MONTHS FROM MARCH 26, 2009 TO ACQUIRE ORDINARY SHARES IN THE COMPANY’S SHARE CAPITAL. | | Management | | For | | For |
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14 | | CANCELLATION OF ORDINARY SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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15 | | CANCELLATION OF ADDITIONAL ORDINARY SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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ASML HOLDINGS N.V. |
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Security | | N07059186 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ASML | | Meeting Date | | 26-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | USN070591862 | | Agenda | | 933007975 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
03 | | DISCUSSION OF THE ANNUAL REPORT 2008 AND ADOPTION OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE FINANCIAL YEAR (“FY”) 2008, AS PREPARED IN ACCORDANCE WITH DUTCH LAW. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | DISCHARGE OF THE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF MANAGEMENT (“BOM”) FROM LIABILITY FOR THEIR RESPONSIBILITIES IN THE FY 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | DISCHARGE OF THE MEMBERS OF THE SUPERVISORY BOARD (“SB”) FROM LIABILITY FOR THEIR RESPONSIBILITIES IN THE FY 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
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07 | | PROPOSAL TO ADOPT A DIVIDEND OF EUR 0.20 PER ORDINARY SHARE OF EUR 0.09. | | Management | | For | | For |
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8A | | APPROVAL OF THE NUMBER OF PERFORMANCE STOCK FOR THE BOM AND AUTHORIZATION OF THE BOM TO ISSUE THE PERFORMANCE STOCK. | | Management | | For | | For |
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8B | | APPROVAL OF THE MAXIMUM NUMBER OF 50,000 SIGN-ON STOCK FOR THE BOM AND AUTHORIZATION OF THE BOM TO ISSUE THE SIGN-ON STOCK. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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9A | | APPROVAL OF THE NUMBER OF PERFORMANCE STOCK OPTIONS FOR THE BOM AND AUTHORIZATION OF THE BOM TO ISSUE THE PERFORMANCE STOCK OPTIONS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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9B | | APPROVAL OF THE MAXIMUM NUMBER OF 50,000 SIGN-ON STOCK OPTIONS FOR THE BOM AND AUTHORIZATION OF THE BOM TO ISSUE THE SIGN-ON STOCK OPTIONS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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9C | | APPROVAL OF THE NUMBER OF STOCK OPTIONS, RESPECTIVELY STOCK, AVAILABLE FOR ASML EMPLOYEES, AND AUTHORIZATION OF THE BOM TO ISSUE THE STOCK OPTIONS OR STOCK. | | Management | | For | | For |
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11A | | NOMINATION FOR REAPPOINTMENT OF MS. H.C.J. VAN DEN BURG AS MEMBER OF THE SB EFFECTIVE MARCH 26, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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11B | | NOMINATION FOR REAPPOINTMENT OF MR. O. BILOUS AS MEMBER OF THE SB EFFECTIVE MARCH 26, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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11C | | NOMINATION FOR REAPPOINTMENT OF MR. J.W.B. WESTERBURGEN AS MEMBER OF THE SB EFFECTIVE MARCH 26, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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11D | | NOMINATION FOR APPOINTMENT OF MS. P.F.M. VAN DER MEER MOHR AS MEMBER OF THE SB EFFECTIVE MARCH 26, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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11E | | NOMINATION FOR APPOINTMENT OF MR. W. ZIEBART AS MEMBER OF THE SB EFFECTIVE MARCH 26, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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12A | | PROPOSAL TO AUTHORIZE THE BOM FOR A PERIOD OF 18 MONTHS FROM MARCH 26, 2009, TO ISSUE (RIGHTS TO SUBSCRIBE FOR) SHARES IN THE CAPITAL OF THE COMPANY, LIMITED TO 5% OF THE ISSUED SHARE CAPITAL AT THE TIME OF THE AUTHORIZATION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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12B | | PROPOSAL TO AUTHORIZE THE BOM FOR A PERIOD OF 18 MONTHS FROM MARCH 26, 2009 TO RESTRICT OR EXCLUDE THE PRE-EMPTION RIGHTS ACCRUING TO SHAREHOLDERS IN CONNECTION WITH ITEM 12A. | | Management | | For | | For |
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12C | | PROPOSAL TO AUTHORIZE THE BOM FOR A PERIOD OF 18 MONTHS FROM MARCH 26, 2009, TO ISSUE (RIGHTS TO SUBSCRIBE FOR) SHARES IN THE CAPITAL OF THE COMPANY, FOR AN ADDITIONAL 5% OF THE ISSUED SHARE CAPITAL AT THE TIME OF THE AUTHORIZATION, WHICH 5% CAN ONLY BE USED IN CONNECTION WITH OR ON THE OCCASION OF MERGERS AND/OR ACQUISITIONS. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
12D | | PROPOSAL TO AUTHORIZE THE BOM FOR A PERIOD OF 18 MONTHS FROM MARCH 26, 2009, TO RESTRICT OR EXCLUDE THE PRE-EMPTION RIGHTS ACCRUING TO SHAREHOLDERS IN CONNECTION WITH ITEM 12C. | | Management | | For | | For |
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13 | | PROPOSAL TO AUTHORIZE THE BOM FOR A PERIOD OF 18 MONTHS FROM MARCH 26, 2009 TO ACQUIRE ORDINARY SHARES IN THE COMPANY’S SHARE CAPITAL. | | Management | | For | | For |
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14 | | CANCELLATION OF ORDINARY SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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15 | | CANCELLATION OF ADDITIONAL ORDINARY SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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BNP PARIBAS |
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Security | | F1058Q238 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 27-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000131104 | | Agenda | | 701830716 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Grant authority for the new class of preferred stock [Class B] and amend Bylaws accordingly, subject to approval of item 2 | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Grant authority for the issuance of preferred stock [Class B] in favor of societe de Prise de participation de 1’Etat [SPPE] for up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 608,064,070, subject to approval of item 1 | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approve the Employee Stock Purchase Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Grant authority for the capitalization of reserves of up to EUR 1 billion for bonus issue or increase in par value, subject to approval of items 1 and 2 | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Grant authority for the filing of required documents/other formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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ORTHOFIX INTERNATIONAL N.V. |
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Security | | N6748L102 | | Meeting Type | | Contested-Special |
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Ticker Symbol | | OFIX | | Meeting Date | | 02-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | ANN6748L1027 | | Agenda | | 933003953 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | REMOVAL OF DIRECTOR: JAMES F. GERO | | Management | | For | | Against |
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1B | | REMOVAL OF DIRECTOR: PETER J. HEWETT | | Management | | For | | Against |
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1C | | REMOVAL OF DIRECTOR: THOMAS J. KESTER | | Management | | Against | | For |
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1D | | REMOVAL OF DIRECTOR: WALTER P. VON WARTBURG | | Management | | For | | Against |
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02 | | TO REMOVE, WITHOUT CAUSE, ANY DIRECTOR APPOINTED BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF ORTHOFIX INTERNATIONAL N.V. FROM DECEMBER 10, 2008 THROUGH AND INCLUDING THE DATE OF THE SPECIAL GENERAL MEETING | | Management | | For | | Against |
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3A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: J. MICHAEL EGAN | | Management | | For | | Against |
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3B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PETER A. FELD | | Management | | For | | Against |
| | | | |
3C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: STEVEN J. LEE | | Management | | Abstain | | For |
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3D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CHARLES T. ORSATTI | | Management | | For | | Against |
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ORTHOFIX INTERNATIONAL N.V. |
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Security | | N6748L102 | | Meeting Type | | Contested-Special |
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Ticker Symbol | | OFIX | | Meeting Date | | 02-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | ANN6748L1027 | | Agenda | | 933004789 - Opposition |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | TO REMOVE WITHOUT CAUSE OF THE CURRENT BOARD OF DIRECTOR: JAMES F. GERO | | Management | | For | | * |
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1B | | TO REMOVE WITHOUT CAUSE OF THE CURRENT BOARD OF DIRECTOR: PETER J. HEWETT | | Management | | For | | * |
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1C | | TO REMOVE WITHOUT CAUSE OF THE CURRENT BOARD OF DIRECTOR: THOMAS J. KESTER | | Management | | Against | | * |
| | | | |
1D | | TO REMOVE WITHOUT CAUSE OF THE CURRENT BOARD OF DIRECTOR: WALTER P. VON WARTBURG | | Management | | For | | * |
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2 | | THE RAMIUS GROUP’S PROPOSAL TO REMOVE, WITHOUT CAUSE, ANY DIRECTORS APPOINTED BY THE BOARD WITHOUT SHAREHOLDER APPROVAL BETWEEN DECEMBER 10, 2008 AND UP THROUGH AND INCLUDING THE DATE OF THE SPECIAL MEETING | | Management | | For | | * |
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3A | | TO ELECT: J. MICHAEL EGAN | | Management | | For | | * |
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3B | | TO ELECT: PETER A. FELD | | Management | | For | | * |
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3C | | TO ELECT: STEVEN J. LEE | | Management | | Abstain | | * |
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3D | | TO ELECT: CHARLES T. ORSATTI | | Management | | For | | * |
* | Management Position Unknown |
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NOBEL BIOCARE |
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Security | | H5783Q130 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 06-Apr-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | CH0037851646 | | Agenda | | 701848016 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | THE PRACTICE OF SHARE BLOCKING VARIES WIDELY IN THIS MARKET. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE TO OBTAIN BLOCKING INFORMATION FOR YOUR ACCOUNTS. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THE NOTICE FOR THIS MEETING WAS RECEIVED AFTER THE REGISTRATION DEADLINE. IF YOUR SHARES WERE REGISTERED PRIOR TO THE DEADLINE OF [BOOK CLOSING/REGISTRATION DEADLINE DATE], YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS MEETING. HOWEVER, VOTING INSTRUCTIONS FOR SHARES THAT WERE NOT REGISTERED PRIOR TO THE REGISTRATION DEADLINE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN AMENDMENT TO MEETING ID 543481 DUE ADDITION OF RESOLUTIONS. ALL VOTES RECEIVED ON THE PREVIOUS MEETING WILL BE DISREGARDED AND YOU WILL NEED TO REINSTRUCT ON THIS MEETING NOTICE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve to propose the Board of Directors, annual report and consolidated financial statements for 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the statutory financial statements of Nobel Biocare Holding Ltd for 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approve the appropriate available earnings/dividends for 2008 as specified | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Grant discharge to the Members of the Board of Directors for their services in the business year 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.1 | | Re-elect Mr. Stig Eriksson by way of separate election for a 1 year term of office until the next AGM | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5.2 | | Re-elect Mr. Antoine Firmenich by way of separate election for a 1 year term of office until the next AGM | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.3 | | Re-elect Mr. Edgar Fluri by way of separate election for a 1 year term of office until the next AGM | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5.4 | | Re-elect Mr. Robert lilja by way of separate election for a 1 year term of office until the next AGM | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.5 | | Re-elect Mrs. Jane Royston by way of separate election for a 1 year term of office until the next AGM | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5.6 | | Re-elect Mr. Rolf Soiron by way of separate election for a 1 year term of office until the next AGM | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5.7 | | Re-elect Mr. Rolf Watter by way of separate election for a 1 year term of office until the next AGM | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5.8 | | Re-elect Mr. Ernst Zaengerle by way of separate election for a 1 year term of office until the next AGM | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
6. | | Re-elect KPMG AG Zurich as Auditor of the business year 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Authorize the Board of Directors to issue a total maximum of 25,000,000 new shares of follows; authorized share capital, so that the Board of Directors is authorized to increase the share capital until 06 APR 2011 by an amount up to CHF 10,000,000 by issuing up to 25,000,000 fully paid-up registered shares with a nominal value of CHF 0.40 each and; conditional share capital in the amount of up to CHF 10,000,000 by issuing up to 25,000,000 fully paid-up registered shares with a nominal value of CHF 0.40 all according to the conditions of the proposed new Articles 3b and 3c of the Articles of Incorporation as specified | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Approve the cancellation of 532,000 shares with a par value of CHF 0.40 each acquired in 2008 with in the scope of the repurchase program according to the resolution of the Annual General Meeting of 27 MAR 2008, and the corresponding reduction of the share capital from CHF 49,726,612 by CHF 212,800 to CHF 49,513,812 using the amount resulting from the reduction to dissolve the corresponding reserve for treasury shares; to declare, as a result of the audit report prepared in accordance with article 732 paragraph 2 of the swiss code of obligations that the claims by the creditors are fully covered notwithstanding the above reduction of the share capital; and; to amend article 3 paragraph 1 of the articles of incorporation as follows | | Management | | For | | For |
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TNT N V |
| | | |
Security | | N86672107 | | Meeting Type | | Ordinary General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 08-Apr-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | NL0000009066 | | Agenda | | 701838368 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT BLOCKING HAS BEEN REMOVED. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Opening and announcements | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2. | | Presentation by Mr. M.P. Bakker, Chief Executive Officer | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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3. | | Annual report 2008 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
4. | | Discussion of the Corporate Governance Chapter in the annual report 2008, Chapter10 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
5. | | Remuneration of the Board of Management | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
6. | | Adopt the 2008 financial statements | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
7.A | | Discussion of the reserves and dividend guidelines 2009 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
7.B | | Approve to determine the distribution of dividend | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
7.C | | Approve the distribution out of the reserves | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
8. | | Grant discharge from liability of the Members of the Board of Management | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
9. | | Grant discharge from liability of the Members of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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10.A | | Announcement of vacancies in the Supervisory Board | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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10.B | | Opportunity for the general meeting of shareholders to make recommendations for the re-appointment of Members of the Supervisory Board | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
10.C | | Announcement by the Supervisory Board of the persons nominated for re-appointment | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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10.D | | Amendments to the profile of the Supervisory Board | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
11. | | Re-appoint Mr. S. Levy as a Member of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
12. | | Appoint Ms. P.M. Altenburg as a Member of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
13. | | Announcement of vacancies in the Supervisory Board expected as per the close of the AGM of shareholders in 2010 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
14. | | Announcement of the intention of the Supervisory Board to re-appoint Mr. H.M.-Koorstra as a Member of the Board of Management | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
15. | | Authorize the Board of Management to issue ordinary shares | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
16. | | Authorize the Board of Management to limit or exclude the pre-emptive right to issue ordinary shares | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
17. | | Authorize the Board of Management to have the Company acquire its own shares | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
18. | | Approve to reduce the issued share capital by cancellation of own shares | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
19. | | Questions | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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20. | | Close | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN AGM. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO CHANGE IN BLOCKING CONDITIONS. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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LONZA GROUP AG |
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Security | | H50524133 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 08-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | CH0013841017 | | Agenda | | 701860935 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | THE PRACTICE OF SHARE BLOCKING VARIES WIDELY IN THIS MARKET. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE TO OBTAIN BLOCKING INFORMATION FOR YOUR ACCOUNTS. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THE NOTICE FOR THIS MEETING WAS RECEIVED AFTER THE REGISTRATION DEADLINE. IF YOUR SHARES WERE REGISTERED PRIOR TO THE DEADLINE OF [BOOK CLOSING/REGISTRATION DEADLINE DATE], YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS MEETING. HOWEVER, VOTING INSTRUCTIONS FOR SHARES THAT WERE NOT REGISTERED PRIOR TO THE REGISTRATION DEADLINE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve the consolidated financial statements of Lonza group for 2008 and report of the Group Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the annual activity report and financial statements for 2008 and report of the Statutory Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approve the appropriation of available earnings and payment of a dividend of CHF 1.75 per share on the share capital eligible for dividend of CHF 47,786,300 | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Ratify the acts of the Members of the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Amend the Articles 4 of the Articles of Association as specified | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.1 | | Re-elect Mr. Dame Julia Higgins to the Board of Directors for a 1 year term | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.2 | | Re-elect Mr. Patrick Aebischer to the Board of Directors for a 1 year term | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.3 | | Re-elect Mr. Gerhard Mayr to the Board of Directors for a 1 year term | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.4 | | Re-elect Mr. Rolf Soiron to the Board of Directors for a 1 year term | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.5 | | Re-elect Sir Richard Sykes to the Board of Directors for a 1 year term | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.6 | | Re-elect Mr. Peter Wilden to the Board of Directors for a 1 year term | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.7 | | Elect Mr. Frits Van Dijk to the Board of Directors for a 1 year term | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Re-elect KPMG Ltd, Zurich as the Statutory Auditors and also to act as Group Auditors for the FY 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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T. ROWE PRICE GROUP, INC. |
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Security | | 74144T108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | TROW | | Meeting Date | | 08-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US74144T1088 | | Agenda | | 933001961 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: EDWARD C. BERNARD | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JAMES T. BRADY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: J. ALFRED BROADDUS, JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DONALD B. HEBB, JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JAMES A.C. KENNEDY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: BRIAN C. ROGERS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DR. ALFRED SOMMER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DWIGHT S. TAYLOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ANNE MARIE WHITTEMORE | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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TIBCO SOFTWARE INC. |
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Security | | 88632Q103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | TIBX | | Meeting Date | | 08-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US88632Q1031 | | Agenda | | 933002797 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 VIVEK Y. RANADIVE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 ERIC C.W. DUNN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 NARENDRA K. GUPTA | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 PETER J. JOB | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 PHILIP K. WOOD | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS TIBCO SOFTWARE INC.’S, INDEPENDENT AUDITORS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING NOVEMBER 30, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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PETROLEO BRASILEIRO S.A. - PETROBRAS |
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Security | | 71654V101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | PBRA | | Meeting Date | | 08-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US71654V1017 | | Agenda | | 933032500 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
IV | | ELECTION OF ONE MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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VI | | ELECTION OF ONE MEMBER OF THE AUDIT COMMITTEE AND HIS/HER RESPECTIVE SUBSTITUTE | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON CORP. |
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Security | | 064058100 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | BK | | Meeting Date | | 14-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US0640581007 | | Agenda | | 933014805 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 RUTH E. BRUCH | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 NICHOLAS M. DONOFRIO | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 GERALD L. HASSELL | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 EDMUND F. KELLY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 ROBERT P. KELLY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 RICHARD J. KOGAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 MICHAEL J. KOWALSKI | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 JOHN A. LUKE, JR. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 ROBERT MEHRABIAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 10 MARK A. NORDENBERG | | | | For | | For |
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| | 11 CATHERINE A. REIN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 12 WILLIAM C. RICHARDSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 13 SAMUEL C. SCOTT III | | | | For | | For |
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| | 14 JOHN P. SURMA | | | | For | | For |
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| | 15 WESLEY W. VON SCHACK | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE THE ADVISORY (NON-BINDING) RESOLUTION RELATING TO 2008 EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | RATIFICATION OF APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANT. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL WITH RESPECT TO CUMULATIVE VOTING. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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05 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REQUESTING A 75% RETENTION POLICY FOR SHARES ACQUIRED THROUGH COMPENSATION PLANS. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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RODOBENS NEGOCIOS IMOBILIARIOS SA |
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Security | | P81424106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 15-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | BRRDNIACNOR9 | | Agenda | | 701877283 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | IMPORTANT MARKET PROCESSING REQUIREMENT: A BENEFICIAL OWNER SIGNED POWER OF ATTORNEY (POA) IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO LODGE AND EXECUTE YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MARKET. ABSENCE OF A POA, MAY CAUSE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS TO BE REJECTED. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | “PLEASE NOTE THAT VOTES ‘IN FAVOR’ AND ‘AGAINST’ IN THE SAME AGENDA ITEM ARE NOT ALLOWED. ONLY VOTES IN FAVOR AND/OR ABSTAIN OR AGAINST AND/ OR ABSTAIN ARE ALLOWED. THANK YOU.” | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT SHAREHOLDERS SUBMITTING A VOTE TO ELECT A MEMBER MUST INCLUDE THE NAME OF THE CANDIDATE TO BE ELECTED. IF INSTRUCTIONS TO VOTE ON THIS ITEM IS RECEIVED WITHOUT A CANDIDATE’S NAME, YOUR VOTE WILL BE PROCESSED IN FAVOR OR AGAINST OF THE DEFAULT COMPANY’S CANDIDATE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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I. | | Approve the vote on the Administrations report, the financial statements and the accounting statements accompanied by the Independent Auditors report regarding FYE on 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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II. | | Approve, the proposal for the capital budget for the year 2009, well as about the proposal of the Board of Directors for the allocation of the net profits and the distribution of dividends from the 2008 FY | | Management | | For | | For |
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III. | | Approve to set the global remuneration of the Board of Directors for the FY 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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CARNIVAL CORPORATION |
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Security | | 143658300 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | CCL | | Meeting Date | | 15-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | PA1436583006 | | Agenda | | 933004448 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 MICKY ARISON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 A. RICHARD G. CAPEN, JR | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 ROBERT H. DICKINSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 ARNOLD W. DONALD | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 PIER LUIGI FOSCHI | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 HOWARD S. FRANK | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 RICHARD J. GLASIER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 MODESTO A. MAIDIQUE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 SIR JOHN PARKER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 10 PETER G. RATCLIFFE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 11 STUART SUBOTNICK | | | | For | | For |
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| | 12 LAURA WEIL | | | | For | | For |
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| | 13 RANDALL J. WEISENBURGER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 14 UZI ZUCKER | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RE-APPOINT PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS INDEPENDENT AUDITORS FOR CARNIVAL PLC. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO AUTHORIZE THE AUDIT COMMITTEE OF CARNIVAL PLC TO AGREE TO THE REMUNERATION OF THE INDEPENDENT AUDITORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | TO RECEIVE THE UK ACCOUNTS AND REPORTS OF THE DIRECTORS AND AUDITORS OF CARNIVAL PLC FOR THE FINANCIAL YEAR ENDED NOVEMBER 30, 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | TO APPROVE THE DIRECTORS’ REMUNERATION REPORT OF CARNIVAL PLC FOR THE FINANCIAL YEAR ENDED NOVEMBER 30, 2008. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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06 | | TO INCREASE THE AMOUNT OF THE AUTHORIZED BUT UNISSUED SHARE CAPITAL OF CARNIVAL PLC. | | Management | | For | | For |
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07 | | TO ADOPT THE AMENDED AND RESTATED ARTICLES OF ASSOCIATION OF CARNIVAL PLC. | | Management | | For | | For |
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08 | | TO APPROVE CERTAIN AMENDMENTS TO THE ARTICLES OF ASSOCIATION OF CARNIVAL PLC, TO TAKE EFFECT FROM OCTOBER 1, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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09 | | TO APPROVE THE GIVING OF AUTHORITY FOR THE ALLOTMENT OF NEW SHARES BY CARNIVAL PLC. | | Management | | For | | For |
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10 | | TO APPROVE THE DISAPPLICATION OF PRE-EMPTION RIGHTS IN RELATION TO THE ALLOTMENT OF NEW SHARES BY CARNIVAL PLC. | | Management | | For | | For |
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11 | | TO APPROVE A GENERAL AUTHORITY FOR CARNIVAL PLC TO BUY BACK CARNIVAL PLC ORDINARY SHARES IN THE OPEN MARKET. | | Management | | For | | For |
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BP P L C |
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Security | | G12793108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 16-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | GB0007980591 | | Agenda | | 701833293 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Receive the report of the Directors and the accounts for the YE 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the Directors remuneration report for the YE 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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3. | | Re-elect Mr. A. Burgmans as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Re-elect Mrs. C. B. Carroll as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Re-elect Sir William Castell as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Re-elect Mr. I. C. Conn as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Re-elect Mr. G. David as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Re-elect Mr. E. B. Davis as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Re-elect Mr. R. Dudley as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Re-elect Mr. D. J. Flint as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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11. | | Re-elect Dr. B. E. Grote as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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12. | | Re-elect Dr. A. B. Hayward as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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13. | | Re-elect Mr. A. G. Inglis as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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14. | | Re-elect Dr. D. S. Julius as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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15. | | Re-elect Sir Tom McKillop as a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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16. | | Re-elect Sir Ian Prosser as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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17. | | Re-elect Mr. P. D. Sutherland as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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18. | | Re-appoint Ernst & Young LLP as the Auditors from the conclusion of this meeting until the conclusion of the next general meeting before which accounts are laid and to authorize the Directors to fix the Auditors remuneration | | Management | | For | �� | For |
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S.19 | | Authorize the Company, in accordance with Section 163[3] of the Companies Act 1985, to make market purchases [Section 163[3]] with nominal value of USD 0.25 each in the capital of the Company, at a minimum price of USD 0.25 and not more than 5% above the average market value for such shares derived from the London Stock Exchange Daily Official List, for the 5 business days preceding the date of purchase; [Authority expires at the conclusion of the AGM of the Company in 2010 or 15 JUL 2010]; the Company, before the expiry, may make a contract to purchase ordinary shares which will or may be executed wholly or partly after such expiry | | Management | | For | | For |
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20. | | Authorize the Directors by the Company’s Articles of Association to allot relevant securities up to an aggregate nominal amount equal to the Section 80 Amount of USD 1,561 million, ; [Authority expires the earlier of the conclusion of the next AGM in 2010 of the Company or 15 JUL 2010] | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.21 | | Authorize the Directors, pursuant to Section 89 of the Companies Act 1985, to allot equity securities [Section 89] to the allotment of equity securities: a) in connection with a rights issue; b) up to an aggregate nominal amount of USD 234 million; [Authority expires the earlier of the conclusion of the next AGM in 2010 of the Company or 15 JUL 2010]; | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.22 | | Grant authority for the calling of general meeting of the Company by notice of at least 14 clear days | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO RECEIPT OF ADDITIONAL COMMENT. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT RESOLUTION 15 IS NOT BEING COUNTED AT THE MEETING, AS MR. TOM-MCKILLOP IS NO LONGER STANDING AS DIRECTOR. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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L’OREAL S.A., PARIS |
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Security | | F58149133 | | Meeting Type | | Ordinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 16-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000120321 | | Agenda | | 701843016 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN MIX MEETING. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Receive the reports of the Board of Directors and the Auditors and approve the Company’s financial statements for the YE in 2008, as presented, showing net profits of EUR 1,552,103,144.44, against EUR 2,822,429,471.46 for the YE in 2007 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Receive the reports of the Board of Directors and the Auditors and approve the consolidated financial statements for the FYE in 2008, in the form presented to the meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve the recommendations of the Board of Directors and resolves that the in come for the FY be appropriated as follows: legal reserve: Nil dividends: EUR 861,761,102.40 the balance to the other reserves account: EUR 690,342,041.74 the share holders will receive a net dividend of EUR 1.44 per share, and will entitle to the 40% deduction provided by the French Tax Code; this dividend will be paid on 24 APR 2009; the amount of distributable profits corresponding to shares held by the Company shall be allocated to the ordinary reserve account, as required by Law, it is reminded that, for the last 3 financial years, the dividends paid, were as follows: EUR 1.00 for FY 2005 EUR 1.18 for FY 2006 EUR 1.38 for FY 2007 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Approve the special report of the Auditors on agreements governed by Article L. 225-40 of the French Commercial Code, takes note that there was no new agreement or commitment during the FYE 31 DEC 2008 and takes note of the information concerning the agreements entered into and commitments taken for the last fiscal years | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Approve the subject to the approval of the Resolution number 15, the shareholders’ meeting renews the appointment of Mr. Werner Bauer as a Director for a 3-year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.6 | | Approve to renew the appointment of Mrs. Francoise Bett Encourt Meyers as a Director for a 4-year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.7 | | Approve the renew the appointment of Mr. Peter Brabeck-Letmathe as a Director for a 4-year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.8 | | Approve to subject to the adoption of the Resolution number 15, to renew the appointment of Mr. Jean-Pierre Meyers as a Director for a 3-year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.9 | | Approve to renew the appointment of Mr. Louis Schweitzer as a Director for a 4-year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.10 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to trade in the Company’s shares on the stock market, subject to the conditions specified below: maximum purchase price: EUR 130.00, maximum number of shares to be acquired: 10% of the number of shares comprising the Company capital, i.e. 59,844,521 shares, maximum funds invested in the share buybacks: EUR 7,800,000,000.00; [Authority is given for an 18-month period]; grant delegates all powers to the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.11 | | Authorize the Board of Directors in order to increase the share capital, in 1 or more occasions, up to a maximum nominal amount of EUR 55,310,958.00 by way of issuing, with preferred subscription rights maintained, ordinary shares in the company, by way of capitalizing reserves, profits, premiums or other means, provided that such capitalization is allowed by Law and under the by Laws, to be carried out through the issue of bonus shares or the raise of the par value of the existing shares; [Authority expires for a 26-month period] it supersedes any and all earlier delegations to the same effect | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.12 | | Authorize the Board of Directors all powers to grant, in 1 or more transactions, to the Employees or Corporate Officers of the Company and related companies, options giving the right either to subscribe for new shares in the Company to be issued through a share capital increase, or to purchase existing shares purchased by the Company, it being provided that the options shall not give rights to a total number of shares, which shall exceed 2% of the share capital; [Authority expires for a 26-month period]; the options granted to the Corporate Officers shall not represent more than 10% of the total allocations carried out by the Board of Directors during this period of 26 months; grant delegates all powers to the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; this delegation of powers supersedes the fraction unused of any and all earlier delegations to the same effect | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.13 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to grant, for free, on 1 or more occasions, existing or future shares, in favour of the Employees of the Company and related Companies; they may not represent more than 0.20% of the share capital; [Authority expires for a 26- month period]; grant delegates all powers to the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.14 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital, on 1 or more occasions, at its sole discretion, by way of issuing shares in favour of Employees, or former Employees, of the Company or related Companies, who are Members of a Company Savings Plan; [Authority expires for a 26-month period] and for a nominal amount that shall not exceed EUR 1,196,890.42 by issuing 5,984,452 new shares; the shareholders’ meeting decides to cancel the shareholders’ preferential subscription rights in favour of beneficiaries mentioned above; grant delegates all powers to the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.15 | | Amend Article 8 indent 2 of the Bylaws, regarding the duration of the term of office of the Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.16 | | Amend Article 15a-3 of the Bylaws | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.17 | | Grant authority for filing of required documents/other formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO CHANGE IN RECORD DATE. IF YOU HAVE-ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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WEYERHAEUSER COMPANY |
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Security | | 962166104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | WY | | Meeting Date | | 16-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US9621661043 | | Agenda | | 933010186 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DEBRA A. CAFARO | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: NICOLE W. PIASECKI | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MARK A. EMMERT | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DANIEL S. FULTON | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WAYNE W. MURDY | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL ON THE CHAIRMAN POSITION | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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03 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL TO ADOPT SIMPLE MAJORITY VOTE | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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04 | | APPROVAL, ON AN ADVISORY BASIS, OF THE APPOINTMENT OF AUDITORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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SANOFI-AVENTIS |
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Security | | F5548N101 | | Meeting Type | | Ordinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 17-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000120578 | | Agenda | | 701820397 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A MIX MEETING. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve the financial statements and statutory reports | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Receive the consolidated financial statements and statutory reports | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve the allocation of income and dividends of EUR 2.20 per share | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Ratify the appointment of Mr. Chris Viehbacher as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Approve the Auditors’ special report regarding related-party transactions | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.6 | | Approve the transaction with Mr. Chris Viehbacher regarding Severance Payments | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.7 | | Grant authority for the repurchase of up to 10% of issued share capital | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.8 | | Grant authority for the issuance of equity or equity-linked securities with preemptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 1.3 billion | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.9 | | Grant authority for the issuance of equity or equity-linked securities without preemptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 500 million | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.10 | | Grant authority for the capital increase of up to 10% of issued capital for future acquisitions | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.11 | | Authorize the Board to increase capital in the event of additional demand related to delegation submitted to shareholder vote above | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.12 | | Grant authority for the capitalization of reserves of up to EUR 500 million for bonus issue or increase in par value | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.13 | | Approve the Employee Stock Purchase Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.14 | | Grant authority for the use of up to 2.5% of issued capital in the Stock Option Plan | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.15 | | Grant authority for the use of up to 1.0% of issued capital in the Restricted Stock Plan | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.16 | | Approve the reduction in share capital via cancellation of repurchased shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.17 | | Amend Article 15 of the Bylaws regarding the Audit Committee | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.18 | | Grant authority for the filing of required documents/other formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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IMPRESA SOCIEDADE GESTORA DE PARTICIPACOES SO |
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Security | | X3570M117 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 17-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | PTIPR0AM0000 | | Agenda | | 701847800 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Approve to change the 2008 annual report and results, individual and consolidated, and 2008 Auditors report | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the profit’s appropriation | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approve the general appreciation of the Company’s Management and Auditing | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Approve the corporate governance practice report | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Ratify the contract of a Member of the Board of Directors : Dr. Pedro Lopo De Carvalho Norton De Matos | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Approve the information given by the Salary Commission | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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7. | | Elect the Board of Directors Vice Chairman for 2007/2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Approve the nomination of a Non Executive Member of the Board of Directors for 2007/2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Amend the Company By Laws | | Management | | For | | For |
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TELEVISION FRANCAISE 1 SA TF1, BOULOGNE BILLANCOUR |
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Security | | F91255103 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 17-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000054900 | | Agenda | | 701867698 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Receive the reports of the Board of Directors, the Chairman of the Board of Directors and the Auditors, approves the Company’s financial statements for the YE in 2008, as presented; accordingly, the shareholders’ meeting gives permanent discharge to the Directors for the performance of their duties during the said FY | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Receive the reports of the Board of Directors and the Auditors, approves the consolidated financial statements for the said FY, in the form presented to the meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Receive the special report of the auditors on agreements governed by Article L.225-38 of the French Commercial Code, approves said report and the agreements referred to therein | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.4 | | Approve the noticed available earnings of EUR 244,339,483.77, taking into ac count the net income of EUR 138,921,498.49 and the retained earnings of EUR 105,417,985.28, approves the recommendations of the Board of Directors and resolves that the income for the FY be appropriated as follows: dividends in cash: EUR 100,302,931.24 allocation of the balance to the retained earnings: EUR 144,036,552.53; the shareholders will receive a net dividend of EUR 0.47 per share of a par value of EUR 0.20, and will entitle to the 40% deduction provided by the French Tax Code; this dividend will be paid on 27 ARP 2009; in the event that the Company holds so me of its own shares: the dividend on such shares shall be allocated to the retained earnings account; as required by Law, it is reminded that, for the last 3 financial years, the dividends paid, were as follows: EUR 0.65 for FY 2005, entitled to the 40% deduction provided by the French Tax Code, EUR 0.85 for FY 2006, entitled to the 40% deduction provided by the French Tax Code, EUR 0.85 for FY 2007, entitled to the 40% deduction provided by the French Tax Code | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Ratify the co-optation of Mr. Gilles Pelisson as a Director, to replace Claude Cohen who resigned, for the remainder of Claude Cohen’s term of office, i.e. until the shareholders’ meeting called to approve the financial statements for the FY 2008 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.6 | | Approve to renew the appoint Mr. Patricia Barbizet as a Director for a 2-year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.7 | | Approve to renew the appoint Mr. Martin Bouygues as a Director for a 2-year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.8 | | Approve to renew the appoint Mr. Olivier Bouygues as a Director for a 2-year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.9 | | Approve to renew the appoint Mr. Patrick Le Lay as a Director for a 2-year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.10 | | Approve to renew the appoint Mr. Nonce Paolini as a Director for a 2-year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.11 | | Approve to renew the appoint Mr. Gilles Pelisson as a Director for a 2-year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.12 | | Approve to renew the appoint Mr. Haim Saban as a Director for a 2-year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.13 | | Approve to renew the appoint the Company Bouygues as a Director for a 2-year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.14 | | Re-appoint the Societe Francaise De participation ET DE Gestion SFPG as a Director for a 2-year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.15 | | Authorizes the Board of Directors to buy back the Company’s shares on the open market, subject to the conditions described below: maximum purchase price: EUR 25.00, minimum sale price EUR 15.00, maximum number of shares to be acquired: 10% of the share capital, maximum funds invested in the share buybacks: EUR 533,000,000.00; authorization is given for an 18 month period it supersedes the amounts unused of any and all earlier authorizations to the same effect | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.16 | | Authorizes the Board of Directors to reduce the share capital, on 1 or more occasions, by cancelling all or part of the shares held by the Company in connection with various authorizations of shares purchase granted by the ordinary shareholders’ meeting, in particular Resolution 15, up to a maximum of 10% of the share capital over a 24 month period; this authorization is given for an 18-month period it supersedes the amounts unused of any and all earlier authorization to the same effect | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.17 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase on one or more occasions, in France or abroad, the share capital by issuance, with the shareholders’ preferred subscription rights maintained, of ordinary shares of the Company and any kind of securities giving access to shares of the Company; the maximal nominal amount of capital increases to be carried out under this delegation of authority shall not exceed EUR 15,000,000.00; this overall ceiling of capital increase is common to Resolutions 19, 20, 22 and 23 and the total nominal amount of the capital increases carried out accordingly with these resolutions shall count against this overall ceiling; the nominal amount of debt securities issued shall not exceed EUR 900,000,000.00; this amount is common to the debt securities issued accordingly with Resolution 19, is autonomous and distinct from the amount of the debt securities issued accordingly with Resolution 24 and from the amount of the debt securities which would be decided by the Board of Directors in accordance with Article L.228-40 of the French Commercial Code; this delegation is given for a 26-month period it supersedes the amounts unused of any and all earlier delegations to the same effect | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.18 | | Authorize the Board of Directors in order to increase the share capital, in 1 or more occasions, by a maximum nominal amount of EUR 400,000,000.00, by way of capitalizing reserves, profits, premiums or other sums, provided that such capitalization is allowed by Law under the by Laws, by issuing bonus shares by raising the par value of existing shares, or by a combination of these methods; this delegation is given for a 26-month period it supersedes the amounts unused of any and all earlier delegations to the same effect | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.19 | | Approve to delegates all powers to the Board of Directors to increase on 1 or more occasions, in France or abroad, the share capital by issuance, with waiver of shareholders’ pre-emptive rights, of ordinary shares of the Company and any kind of securities giving access to shares of the Company; the maximal nominal amount of capital increases to be carried out under this delegation of authority shall not exceed EUR 15,000,000.00; this amount shall count against the overall ceiling set forth in Resolution 17; the nominal amount of debt securities issued shall not exceed EUR 900,000,000.00; this amount the ceiling set forth in Resolution 17; this delegation is given for a 26-month period it supersedes the amounts unused of any and all earlier delegations to the same effect | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.20 | | Approve that, the Board of Directors may decide, for each 1 of the issue decide accordingly with Resolution 17 and 19, to increase the number of securities to be issued in the event of a capital increase with or without preferential subscription right to shareholders, at the same price as the initial issue, within 30 days of the closing of the subscription period and up to a maximum of 15% of the initial issue; this delegation is given for a 26-month period it supersedes the amounts unused of any and all earlier delegations to the same effect | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.21 | | Authorize the Board of Directors, for the issue decided accordingly with Resolution 19, within the limit of 10% of the Company’s share capital, over a 12-month period, to set the issue price of the ordinary shares or securities to be issued, in accordance with the terms and condition determined by the shareholders’ meeting; this authorization is given for a 26-month period it supersedes the amounts unused of any and all earlier delegations to the same effect | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.22 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital, up to 10% of the share capital, by way of issuing ordinary shares of the Company or securities giving access to the capital, in consideration for the contributions in kind granted to the Company and comprised of capital securities or securities giving access to share capital; this delegation is given for a 26-month period it supersedes the amounts unused of any and all earlier delegations to the same effect | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.23 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to issue accordingly with Resolution 19, Company’s ordinary shares or securities giving access to the Company’s existing or future ordinary shares, in consideration for securities tendered in a public exchange offer initiated in France or abroad, by the Company concerning the shares of quoted Company; the amount of capital increase carried out by virtue of the present resolution shall count against the overall ceiling set forth in Resolution 17; this delegation is given for a 26-month period it supersedes the amounts unused of any and all earlier delegations to the same effect | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.24 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase on 1 or more occasions, at its sole discretion, in France or abroad, the share capital up to a maximum nominal amount of EUR 900,000,000.00, by issuance of any securities giving right to the allocation of debt securities; this delegation is given for a 26-month period it supersedes the amounts unused of any and all earlier delegations to the same effect | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.25 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase on 1 or more occasions, at its sole discretion, in favour of employees of corporate officers of the Company and related Companies, who are members of a Company Savings Plan; this delegation is given for a 26-month period and for an amount that shall not exceed 10% of the Company’s capital; the ceiling of the present delegation is autonomous and distinct and the amount of such capital increase shall neither count against the overall ceiling set forth in Resolutions 17, 18, nor the ceiling of the Resolution 15 of the shareholders’ meeting of 17 APR 2008; this delegation supersedes the fraction unused of any and all earlier delegations to the same effect; the shareholders’ meeting decides to cancel the shareholders’ preferential subscription rights in favour of the beneficiaries mentioned above | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.26 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to grant, in 1 or more transactions, to employees, corporate officers of the Company and related Companies or groups of economic interest, options giving the right either to subscribe for new shares in the Company to be issued through a share capital increase, or to purchase existing shares purchased by the Company, it being provided that the options shall not give rights to subscribe or to purchase to a number of shares, which shall exceed the legal limits; the shareholders’ meeting decides to cancel the shareholders’ preferential subscription rights in favour of the beneficiaries mentioned above; this delegation is given for a 26-month period it supersedes the fraction unused of any and all earlier delegations to the same effect | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.27 | | Amend the Article 7 of the Bylaws: Class- paying up- rights to fractions of shares, to comply with provisions governed by Article 36 of the Law 86-1067, dated 30 SEP 1986 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.28 | | Amend the Article 28 of the Bylaws: Lawsuit, related to the Lawsuits between the shareholders and the Company and, or its Directors | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.29 | | Authorize the bearer of an original, a copy or extract of the minutes of the meeting to carry out all filings, publications and other formalities prescribed by Law | | Management | | For | | For |
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SONAE SGPS SA, MAIA |
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Security | | X8252W176 | | Meeting Type | | Ordinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 20-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | PTSON0AM0001 | | Agenda | | 701852522 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN AGM. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve the Companys annual report, balance sheet and the individual and consolidated accounts for the YE 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve to decide on the proposed appropriation of the FY net result | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approve to assess the Management and Audit of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Ratify the co-option exercised by the Board of Directors up to the shareholders general meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Grant authority for the purchase and sale of own shares up to the legal limit of 10% | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Grant authority for the purchase and sale of bonds issue by the Company up to the legal limit of 10% | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Grant authority for the purchase and for the holding of shares of the Company by direct or indirect Subsidiary Companies | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Grant authority of granting own shares up to the limit of 1% of the Companys share capital to the Executive Directors and Senior Managers of the Company or of its Controlled Companies, according to the terms of the medium term Performance Bonus Plan | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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9. | | Amend the Paragraph 1 of Article 21 and Paragraphs 3, 4, 5 Subparagraph [c] of 6, 7 and 8 of Article 23 of the Company’s Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
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WOLTERS KLUWER NV |
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Security | | ADPV09931 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 21-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | NL0000395903 | | Agenda | | 701855390 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT BLOCKING CONDITIONS FOR VOTING AT THIS GENERAL MEETING ARE RELAXED. BLOCKING PERIOD ENDS ONE DAY AFTER THE REGISTRATION DATE SET ON 30 MAR-2009. SHARES CAN BE TRADED THEREAFTER. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Opening | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2.a | | Receive the report of the Executive Board for 2008 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2.b | | Receive the report of the Supervisory Board for 2008 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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3.a | | Adopt the financial statements for 2008 as included in the annual report for 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.b | | Approve to distribute a dividend of EUR 0.65 per ordinary share in cash or, at the option of the holders of ordinary shares, in the form of ordinary shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.a | | Approve to release the Members of the Executive Board from liability for the exercise of their duties, as stipulated in Article 28 of the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.b | | Approve to release the Members of the Supervisory Board from liability for the exercise of their duties, as stipulated in Article 28 of the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.a | | Re-appoint Mr. P.N. Wakkie as a Member of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.b | | Re-appoint Mr. L.P. Forman as a Member of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.c | | Appoint Ms. B.M. Dalibard as a Member of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.a | | Grant authority to issue shares and/or grant rights to subscribe for shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.b | | Grant authority to restrict or exclude pre-emptive rights | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Authorize the Executive Board to acquire own shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Approve to instruct KPMG Accountants N.V | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Any other business | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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10. | | Closing | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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TOMRA SYS A/S |
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Security | | R91733114 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 21-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | NO0005668905 | | Agenda | | 701885191 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | IMPORTANT MARKET PROCESSING REQUIREMENT: A BENEFICIAL OWNER SIGNED POWER OF ATTORNEY (POA) IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO LODGE AND EXECUTE YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MARKET. ABSENCE OF A POA, MAY CAUSE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS TO BE REJECTED. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | MARKET RULES REQUIRE DISCLOSURE OF BENEFICIAL OWNER INFORMATION FOR ALL VOTED-ACCOUNTS. IF AN ACCOUNT HAS MULTIPLE BENEFICIAL OWNERS, YOU WILL NEED TO PROVIDE THE BREAKDOWN OF EACH BENEFICIAL OWNER NAME, ADDRESS AND SHARE POSITION TO YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE. THIS INFORMATION IS REQUIRED IN ORDER FOR YOUR VOTE TO BE LODGED | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Opening of the general meeting by the Chairman of the Board of Directors; registration of attending shareholders, including shareholders represented by proxy | | Management | | Abstain | | Against |
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2. | | Elect the Chairperson of the meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Elect a person to sign the minutes of the general meeting together with the Chairman of the meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Approve the notice of the meeting and the agenda | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Receive the report by the Management on the status of the Company and the Group | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Approve the annual report and annual accounts for 2008; an ordinary dividend of NOK 0.50 per share shall be distributed; eligible for dividend for a share is the one being owner of the share by the end of 21 APR 2009; the shares will be traded on Oslo Stock Exchange excluding dividend as from 22 APR 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Approve the declaration from the Board of Directors on the fixing of salaries and other remunerations to leading personnel are duly noted; the declaration regarding remuneration in the form of shares etc. is approved as binding for the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Approve that for the period APR 2008 to APR 2009, the Members of the Board of Directors are remunerated as follows [last year’s figures in brackets]: Chairman of the Board: NOK 500,000 [720,000] External Board Members: NOK 385,000 [385,000] Internal Board Members: NOK 225,000 [225,000] Chairpersons and Members of the Compensation Committee, Audit Committee, Corporate Responsibility Committee and Nomination Committee are to be given a remuneration of NOK 45,000 [45,000] and NOK 30,000 [30,000], respectively; the Auditor’s fee for 2008 of NOK 1,000,000 for audit of Tomra Systems ASA per invoice is approved | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Re-elect Messrs. Tom Knoff, Ole Dahl and Hild Kinder as the Nomination Committee and re-elect Messrs. Svein Rennemo, Jorgen Randers, Hege M. Norheim, Bjorn M. Wiggen and Aniela Gjos as the Board Members and the Committee nominates Messrs. Svein Rennemo and Bjorn M. Wiggen as the Chairman and Deputy Chairman, respectively | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Elect the Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
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11. | | Approve the share capital of the Company is reduced by NOK 5,000,000 by cancellation of 5,000,000 treasury shares; the reduction will come into force when it is registered by the Norwegian Register of Business Enterprises; amend the entry into force the Articles of Association as follows: Section 4 the share capital is NOK 150,020,078 divided into 150,020,078 shares, each having a par value of NOK 1.00 | | Management | | For | | For |
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12. | | Authorize the Board of Directors, in accordance with the Norwegian Public Limited Liabilities Act Section 9-4, to acquire and dispose of treasury shares; [Authority remains in force until the next AGM]; the Company may acquire shares up to a total par value of NOK 10,000,000; the price paid for the share may not be less than NOK 10 or greater than NOK 100; the acquisitions shall be made on the stock exchange within a normal spread. Treasury shares may only be disposed of in order to carry out the Share Saving Program and Share Option Program for the Group’s employees, and in connection with mergers and acquisitions of companies and businesses; the authority will enter into force once it is registered by the Norwegian Register of Business Enterprises | | Management | | For | | For |
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13. | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital by up to NOK 15,000,000 by subscription of new shares; the authority may only be employed in connection with mergers and acquisitions of companies or businesses; the shareholder’s pre-emptive rights pursuant to the Norwegian Public Limited Liability Companies Act Section 10-4 may be disapplied; the authorization encompasses non-cash share contributions and the right to assume special obligations on the Company, as well as a decision on a merger; the authorization shall be valid until the next AGM in the Company; if the authorization is employed, the Board of Directors may amend Section 4 of the Articles of Association accordingly | | Management | | For | | For |
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REED ELSEVIER PLC |
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Security | | 758205207 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | RUK | | Meeting Date | | 21-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US7582052079 | | Agenda | | 933015542 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | TO RECEIVE THE COMPANY’S FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO APPROVE THE DIRECTORS’ REMUNERATION REPORT AS SET OUT IN THE REED ELSEVIER ANNUAL REPORTS AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO DECLARE A FINAL DIVIDEND FOR 2008 ON THE COMPANY’S ORDINARY SHARES | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | TO RE-APPOINT DELOITTE LLP AS AUDITORS OF THE COMPANY UNTIL THE NEXT GENERAL MEETING OF THE COMPANY AT WHICH ACCOUNTS ARE LAID | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | TO AUTHORIZE THE DIRECTORS TO FIX THE REMUNERATION OF THE AUDITORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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06 | | TO RE-ELECT IAN SMITH AS A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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07 | | TO RE-ELECT MARK ELLIOTT AS A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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08 | | TO RE-ELECT DAVID REID AS A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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09 | | TO RE-ELECT LORD SHARMAN AS A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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10 | | TO INCREASE AUTHORISED SHARE CAPITAL | | Management | | For | | For |
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11 | | AUTHORITY TO ALLOT SHARES | | Management | | For | | For |
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12 | | DISAPPLICATION OF PRE-EMPTION RIGHTS (TO BE PROPOSED AS A SPECIAL RESOLUTION) | | Management | | For | | For |
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13 | | AUTHORITY TO PURCHASE OWN SHARES (TO BE PROPOSED AS A SPECIAL RESOLUTION) | | Management | | For | | For |
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14 | | NOTICE PERIOD FOR GENERAL MEETINGS (TO BE PROPOSED AS A SPECIAL RESOLUTION) | | Management | | For | | For |
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SWISSCOM LTD. |
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Security | | 871013108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | SCMWY | | Meeting Date | | 21-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US8710131082 | | Agenda | | 933018295 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | ANNUAL REPORT, ANNUAL FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OF SWISSCOM LTD AND CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2008, REPORTS OF THE STATUTORY AUDITORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROPRIATION OF RETAINED EARNINGS AND DECLARATION OF DIVIDEND | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | DISCHARGE OF THE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND THE GROUP EXECUTIVE BOARD | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | CAPITAL REDUCTION | | Management | | For | | For |
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5A | | RE-ELECTION OF MICHEL GOBET TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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5B | | RE-ELECTION OF DR. TORSTEN G. KREINDL TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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5C | | RE-ELECTION OF RICHARD ROY TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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5D | | RE-ELECTION OF OTHMAR VOCK TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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5E | | ELECTION OF HANSUELI LOOSLI TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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06 | | RE-ELECTION OF STATUTORY AUDITORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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U.S. BANCORP |
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Security | | 902973304 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | USB | | Meeting Date | | 21-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US9029733048 | | Agenda | | 933018637 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR TO SERVE UNTIL THE ANNUAL MEETING IN 2010: DOUGLAS M. BAKER, JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR TO SERVE UNTIL THE ANNUAL MEETING IN 2010: Y. MARC BELTON | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR TO SERVE UNTIL THE ANNUAL MEETING IN 2010: RICHARD K. DAVIS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR TO SERVE UNTIL THE ANNUAL MEETING IN 2010: JOEL W. JOHNSON | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR TO SERVE UNTIL THE ANNUAL MEETING IN 2010: DAVID B. O’MALEY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR TO SERVE UNTIL THE ANNUAL MEETING IN 2010: O’DELL M. OWENS, M.D., M.P.H. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR TO SERVE UNTIL THE ANNUAL MEETING IN 2010: CRAIG D. SCHNUCK | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR TO SERVE UNTIL THE ANNUAL MEETING IN 2010: PATRICK T. STOKES | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFY SELECTION OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS INDEPENDENT AUDITOR FOR THE 2009 FISCAL YEAR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | ADVISORY VOTE TO APPROVE EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION PROGRAM. | | Management | | For | | For |
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MUENCHENER RUECKVERSICHERUNGS-GESELLSCHAFT AKTIENG |
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Security | | D55535104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 22-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | DE0008430026 | | Agenda | | 701856671 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | Please note that shareholders must be registered in beneficial owner name to be eligible to vote at this meeting. Please note that you must check on ProxyEdge for your specific sub custodian deadline. Votes received after this specific deadline can not be processed. Broadridge will disclose the beneficial owner-information for voted accounts and blocking may apply. Please contact your client service representative for further details. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | AS A CONDITION OF VOTING, GERMAN MARKET REGULATIONS REQUIRE THAT YOU DISCLOSE WHETHER YOU HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST IN THIS COMPANY. SHOULD EITHER BE THE CASE, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE SO THAT WE MAY LODGE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS ACCORDINGLY. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST, SUBMIT YOUR VOTE AS NORMAL. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THESE SHARES MAY BE BLOCKED DEPENDING ON SOME SUBCUSTODIANS’ PROCESSING IN THE MARKET. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE TO OBTAIN BLOCKING INFORMATION FOR YOUR ACCOUNTS. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1.A | | Submission of the report of the Supervisory Board and the corporate governance report including the remuneration report for the financial year 2008 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1.B | | Submission of the adopted Company financial statements and management report for the financial year 2008, the approved consolidated financial statements and management report for the Group for the financial year 2008, and the explanatory report on the information in accordance with Sections 289 para. 4 and 315 para. 4 of the German Commercial Code | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2. | | Resolution on the appropriation of the net retained profits | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Resolution to approve the actions of the Board of Management | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Resolution to approve the actions of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Authorisation to buy back and use own shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Authorisation to buy back own shares using derivatives | | Management | | For | | For |
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7.1. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Prof. Dr. Peter Gruss | | Management | | For | | For |
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7.2. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Prof. Dr. Henning Kagermann | | Management | | For | | For |
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7.3. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Peter L scher | | Management | | For | | For |
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7.4. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Wolfgang Mayrhuber | | Management | | For | | For |
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7.5. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Prof. Karel Van Miert | | Management | | For | | For |
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7.6. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Dr. e. h. Bernd Pischetsrieder | | Management | | For | | For |
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7.7. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Anton van Rossum | | Management | | For | | For |
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7.8. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Dr. Hans-J rgen Schinzler | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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7.9. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Dr. Ron Sommer | | Management | | For | | For |
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7.10. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Dr. Thomas Wellauer | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Resolution to cancel Contingent Capital 2003 I as well as the existing authorisation for increasing the share capital under “Authorised Capital Increase 2004”, to replace this with a new authorisation “Authorised Capital Increase 2009” and to amend Article 4 of the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Resolution to amend Articles 3 (entry in the shareholder’s register) and 6 (registration for the Annual General Meeting) of the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Resolution to amend Article 7 of the Articles of Association (electronic participation in the Annual General Meeting and postal vote) | | Management | | For | | For |
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11. | | Resolution to amend Articles 12 and 13 of the Articles of Association (Supervisory Board) | | Management | | For | | For |
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WILLIS GROUP HOLDINGS LIMITED |
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Security | | G96655108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | WSH | | Meeting Date | | 22-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | BMG966551084 | | Agenda | | 933007963 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WILLIAM W. BRADLEY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOSEPH A. CALIFANO JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ANNA C. CATALANO | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: SIR ROY GARDNER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: SIR JEREMY HANLEY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBYN S. KRAVIT | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JEFFREY B. LANE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WENDY E. LANE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JAMES F. MCCANN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOSEPH J. PLUMERI | | Management | | For | | For |
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1K | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DOUGLAS B. ROBERTS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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2 | | TO REAPPOINT DELOITTE LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT AUDITOR UNTIL THE CLOSE OF THE NEXT ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING AND TO AUTHORIZE THE AUDIT COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO FIX THE INDEPENDENT AUDITORS’ REMUNERATION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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WILMINGTON TRUST CORPORATION |
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Security | | 971807102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | WL | | Meeting Date | | 22-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US9718071023 | | Agenda | | 933017368 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 TED T. CECALA | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 THOMAS L. DU PONT | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 DONALD E. FOLEY | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROVAL OF 2009 EXECUTIVE INCENTIVE PLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVAL OF 2009 LONG-TERM INCENTIVE PLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | APPROVAL OF EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION | | Management | | For | | For |
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GROUPE DANONE, PARIS |
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Security | | F12033134 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 23-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000120644 | | Agenda | | 701837823 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve the financial statements and statutory reports | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Approve the consolidated financial statements and statutory reports | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve the allocation of income and dividends of EUR 1.20 per share | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Approve the stock dividend program | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Receive the Auditors’ special report regarding related-party transactions | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.6 | | Reelect Mr. Richard Goblet D’Alviella as a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.7 | | Re-elect Mr. Christian Laubie as a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.8 | | Re-elect Mr. Jean Laurent as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.9 | | Re-elect Mr. Hakan Mogren as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.10 | | Re-elect Mr. Benoit Potier as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.11 | | Elect MR. Guylaine Saucier as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.12 | | Approve the remuneration of the Directors in the aggregate amount of EUR 600,000 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.13 | | Grant authority for the repurchase of up to 10% of issued share capital | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.14 | | Approve the creation of the Danone Eco-Systeme Fund | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.15 | | Approve to change the Company name to Danone | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.16 | | Amend the Article 7 of Bylaws regarding: authorize the share capital increase | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.17 | | Amend the Articles 10 of Association Regarding: shareholders identification | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.18 | | Amend the Article 18 of Bylaws regarding: attendance to Board meetings through videoconference and telecommunication | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.19 | | Amend the Article 22 of Bylaws regarding: Record Date | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.20 | | Amend the Article 26 of Bylaws regarding: electronic voting | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.21 | | Amend the Article 27 of Bylaws regarding: authorize the Board for the issuance of bonds | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.22 | | Amend the Articles 27 and 28 of Association regarding: quorum requirements for ordinary and extraordinary general meetings | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.23 | | Grant authority for the issuance of equity or equity-linked securities with preemptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 45 million | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.24 | | Grant authority for the issuance of equity or equity-linked securities without preemptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 30 Million | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.25 | | Authorize the Board to increase capital in the event of additional demand related to delegations submitted to shareholder vote above | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.26 | | Grant authority for the capital increase of up to EUR 25 million for future exchange offers | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.27 | | Grant authority for the capital increase of up to 10 % of issued capital for future acquisitions | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.28 | | Grant authority for the capitalization of reserves of up to EUR 33 million for bonus issue or increase in par value | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.29 | | Approve the Employee Stock Purchase Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.30 | | Grant authority up to 6 million shares for use in stock option plan | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.31 | | Grant authority up to 2 million shares for use in restricted stock plan | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.32 | | Approve the reduction in share capital via cancellation of repurchased shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.33 | | Grant authority for the filing of required documents/other formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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NESTLE SA, CHAM UND VEVEY |
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Security | | H57312649 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 23-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | CH0038863350 | | Agenda | | 701860909 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | THE PRACTICE OF SHARE BLOCKING VARIES WIDELY IN THIS MARKET. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE TO OBTAIN BLOCKING INFORMATION FOR YOUR ACCOUNTS. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS THE PART II OF THE MEETING NOTICE SENT UNDER MEETING-525807, INCLUDING THE AGENDA. TO BE ELIGIBLE TO VOTE AT THE UPCOMING MEETING, YOUR SHARES MUST BE RE-REGISTERED FOR THIS MEETING. IN ADDITION, YOUR NAME MAY BE PROVIDED TO THE COMPANY REGISTRAR AS BENEFICIAL OWNER. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR GLOBAL CUSTODIAN OR YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR TO FIND OUT WHETHER YOUR SHARES HAVE BEEN RE-REGISTERED FOR THIS MEETING. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1.1 | | Receive the 2008 annual report, financial statements of Nestle SA and consolidated financial statements of the Nestle Group, reports of the statutory Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
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1.2 | | Receive the 2008 compensation report | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve to release the Members of the Board of Directors and the Management | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approve the appropriation of profits resulting from the balance sheet of Nestle S.A. and Dividends of CHF 1.40 per share | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.1.1 | | Re-elect Mr. Daniel Borel to the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.1.2 | | Re-elect Mrs. Carolina Mueller Mohl to the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.2 | | Elect KPMG S.A., Geneva branch as the Statutory Auditor for a term of 1 year | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Approve to cancel 180,000,000 repurchased under the Share Buy-back Programme launched on 24 AUG 2007 and reduce the share capital by CHF 18,000,000 | | Management | | For | | For |
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HEINEKEN N V |
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Security | | N39427211 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 23-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | NL0000009165 | | Agenda | | 701901781 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN AMENDMENT TO MEETING ID 540564 DUE TO DELETION OF RESOLUTIONS ALL VOTES RECEIVED ON THE PREVIOUS MEETING WILL BE DISREGARDED AND YOU WILL NEED TO REINSTRUCT ON THIS MEETING NOTICE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT BLOCKING CONDITIONS FOR VOTING AT THIS GENERAL MEETING ARE RELAXED AS THERE IS A REGISTRATION DEADLINE / RECORD DATE ASSOCIATED WITH THIS MEETING. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | Opening | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1.A | | Adopt the financial statements for the FY 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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1.B | | Approve the decision on the appropriation of the balance of the income statement in accordance with Article 12 paragraph 7 of the Company’s Articles of Association and the distribution of retained earnings | | Management | | For | | For |
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1.C | | Grant discharge to the Members of the Executive Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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1.D | | Grant discharge to the Members of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Amend the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.A | | Approve the extension and amendment of the authorization of the Executive Board to acquire own shares under which the maximum number of shares that may be acquired will remain limited to 10% of the issued share capital of the Company | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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3.B | | Authorize the Executive Board to issue [rights to] shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.C | | Authorize the Executive Board to restrict or exclude shareholders’ pre-emptive rights | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.A | | Re-appoint Mr. M. Das as a Member of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.B | | Re-appoint Mr. J. M. Hessels as a Member of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5.C | | Appoint Mr. Ch. Navarre as a Member of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | Closing | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO CHANGE IN NUMBERING. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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NOKIA CORPORATION |
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Security | | 654902204 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | NOK | | Meeting Date | | 23-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US6549022043 | | Agenda | | 933002088 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
07 | | ADOPTION OF THE ANNUAL ACCOUNTS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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08 | | RESOLUTION ON THE USE OF THE PROFIT SHOWN ON THE BALANCE SHEET AND THE PAYMENT OF DIVIDEND. | | Management | | For | | For |
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09 | | RESOLUTION ON THE DISCHARGE OF THE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND THE PRESIDENT FROM LIABILITY. | | Management | | For | | For |
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10 | | RESOLUTION ON THE REMUNERATION OF THE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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11 | | RESOLUTION ON THE NUMBER OF MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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12 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 GEORG EHRNROOTH | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 LALITA D. GUPTE | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 BENGT HOLMSTROM | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 HENNING KAGERMANN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 5 OLLI-PEKKA KALLASVUO | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 6 PER KARLSSON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 7 JORMA OLLILA | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 8 MARJORIE SCARDINO | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 9 RISTO SIILASMAA | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 10 KEIJO SUILA | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 11 ISABEL MAREY-SEMPER | | | | For | | For |
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13 | | RESOLUTION ON THE REMUNERATION OF THE AUDITOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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14 | | ELECTION OF AUDITOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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15 | | AUTHORIZING THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO RESOLVE TO REPURCHASE THE COMPANY’S OWN SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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17 | | MARK THE “FOR” BOX IF YOU WISH TO INSTRUCT THE DEPOSITARY TO GIVE A PROXY TO LEENA SIIRALA OR ESA NIINIMAKI, BOTH LEGAL COUNSELS OF NOKIA CORPORATION, TO VOTE, IN THEIR DISCRETION, ON YOUR BEHALF ONLY UPON ITEM 17. | | Management | | Abstain | | |
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BECKMAN COULTER, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 075811109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | BEC | | Meeting Date | | 23-Apr-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US0758111092 | | Agenda | | 933005717 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 PETER B. DERVAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 SCOTT GARRETT | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 SUSAN R. NOWAKOWSKI | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 GLENN S. SCHAFER | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF KPMG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | AMENDMENT OF THE COMPANY’S 2007 LONG-TERM INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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CAPITAL ONE FINANCIAL CORPORATION |
| | | |
Security | | 14040H105 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | COF | | Meeting Date | | 23-Apr-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US14040H1059 | | Agenda | | 933008371 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RICHARD D. FAIRBANK | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: E.R. CAMPBELL | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: BRADFORD H. WARNER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: STANLEY WESTREICH | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF SELECTION OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS INDEPENDENT AUDITORS OF THE CORPORATION FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | APPROVAL AND ADOPTION OF CAPITAL ONE’S SECOND AMENDED AND RESTATED 2004 STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | ADVISORY APPROVAL OF CAPITAL ONE’S NAMED EXECUTIVE OFFICER COMPENSATION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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JOHNSON & JOHNSON |
| | | |
Security | | 478160104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | JNJ | | Meeting Date | | 23-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US4781601046 | | Agenda | | 933008523 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MARY SUE COLEMAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JAMES G. CULLEN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MICHAEL M.E. JOHNS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ARNOLD G. LANGBO | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: SUSAN L. LINDQUIST | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LEO F. MULLIN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WILLIAM D. PEREZ | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CHARLES PRINCE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID SATCHER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WILLIAM C. WELDON | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | ADVISORY VOTE ON EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION POLICIES AND DISCLOSURE | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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BAKER HUGHES INCORPORATED |
| | | |
Security | | 057224107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | BHI | | Meeting Date | | 23-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US0572241075 | | Agenda | | 933010491 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 LARRY D. BRADY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 CLARENCE P. CAZALOT, JR | | | | For | | For |
| | | | | | | | |
| | 3 CHAD C. DEATON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 EDWARD P. DJEREJIAN | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 5 ANTHONY G. FERNANDES | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 6 CLAIRE W. GARGALLI | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 7 PIERRE H. JUNGELS | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 8 JAMES A. LASH | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 9 J. LARRY NICHOLS | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 10 H. JOHN RILEY, JR. | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 11 CHARLES L. WATSON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE THE AMENDMENT TO THE BAKER HUGHES INCORPORATED EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL NO. 1 REGARDING CALLING SPECIAL SHAREOWNERS MEETINGS. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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DEUTSCHE LUFTHANSA AG, KOELN |
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Security | | D1908N106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 24-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | DE0008232125 | | Agenda | | 701854704 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | Please note that shareholders must be registered in beneficial owner name to be eligible to vote at this meeting. Please note that you must check on ProxyEdge for your specific sub custodian deadline. Votes received after this specific deadline can not be processed. Broadridge will disclose the beneficial owner-information for voted accounts and blocking may apply. Please contact your client service representative for further details. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THESE SHARES MAY BE BLOCKED DEPENDING ON SOME SUBCUSTODIANS’ PROCESSING IN THE MARKET. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE TO OBTAIN BLOCKING INFORMATION FOR YOUR ACCOUNTS. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | AS A CONDITION OF VOTING, GERMAN MARKET REGULATIONS REQUIRE THAT YOU DISCLOSE WHETHER YOU HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST IN THIS COMPANY. SHOULD EITHER BE THE CASE, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE SO THAT WE MAY LODGE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS ACCORDINGLY. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST, SUBMIT YOUR VOTE AS NORMAL. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Presentation of the audited financial statements, the approved consolidated financial statements, the management report for the Company and the Group for the 2008 financial year as well as the report of the Supervisory Board | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2. | | Appropriation of the distributable profit for the 2008 financial year | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approval of Executive Board’s acts for the 2008 financial year | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4. | | Approval of Supervisory Board’s acts for the 2008 financial year | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5. | | Authorisation to purchase own shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Creation of new Authorised Capital B for employee shares and a corresponding amendment to the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
7. | | Amendment to the Articles of Association to abolish concessionary flights for Supervisory Board members | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
8. | | Appointment of auditors for the annual financial statements in the 2009 financial year | | Management | | For | | For |
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THE PROGRESSIVE CORPORATION |
| | | |
Security | | 743315103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | PGR | | Meeting Date | | 24-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US7433151039 | | Agenda | | 933012394 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROGER N. FARAH | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: STEPHEN R. HARDIS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: NORMAN S. MATTHEWS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: BRADLEY T. SHEARES, PH.D. | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO OUR CODE OF REGULATIONS TO ESTABLISH PROCEDURES FOR SHAREHOLDERS TO MAKE PROPOSALS FOR CONSIDERATION AT OUR ANNUAL MEETINGS OF SHAREHOLDERS (OTHER THAN NOMINATIONS FOR DIRECTORS). | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO OUR CODE OF REGULATIONS TO REVISE THE EXISTING PROCEDURES RELATING TO SHAREHOLDER NOMINATIONS OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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ING GROEP N V |
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Security | | N4578E413 | | Meeting Type | | Ordinary General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 27-Apr-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | NL0000303600 | | Agenda | | 701852712 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN AGM. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT BLOCKING CONDITIONS FOR VOTING AT THIS GENERAL MEETING ARE RELAXED. BLOCKING PERIOD ENDS ONE DAY AFTER THE REGISTRATION DATE SET ON 30 MAR-2009. SHARES CAN BE TRADED THEREAFTER. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Opening remarks and announcements | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2.A | | Report of the Executive Board for 2008 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2.B | | Report of the Supervisory Board for 2008 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2.C | | Approve the annual accounts for 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.A | | Profit retention and Distribution Policy | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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3.B | | Approve the dividend for 2008, a total dividend of EUR 0.74 per [depositary receipt for an] ordinary share will be proposed to the general meeting, taking into account the interim dividend of EUR 0.74 paid in AUG 2008, as a result hereof no final dividend will be paid out for 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4. | | Remuneration report | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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5. | | Corporate Governance | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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6. | | Corporate Responsibility | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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7.A | | Grant discharge to the Members of the Executive Board in respect of the duties performed during the year 2008 FY, as specified in the 2008 annual accounts, the report of the Executive Board, the Corporate Governance Chapter, the chapter on Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act and the statements made in the general meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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7.B | | Grant discharge to the Members of the Supervisory Board in respect of the duties performed in the 2008 FY, as specified in the 2008 annual accounts, the report of the Supervisory Board, the Corporate governance chapter, the remuneration report and the statements made in the general meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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8.A | | Appoint of Jan Hommen as the Members of the Executive Board as of the end of the general meeting on 27 April 2009 until the end of the AGM in 2013, subject to extension or renewal | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
8.B | | Appoint of Mr. Patrick Flynn as the Members of the Executive Board as of the end of the general meeting on 27 April 2009 until the end of the AGM in 2013, subject to extension or renewal | | Management | | For | | For |
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9.A | | Re-appoint Mr. Godfried Van Der Lugt as the Member of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
9.B | | Appoint Mr. Tineke Bahlmann as the Member of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
9.C | | Appoint Mr. Jeroen Van Der Veer as the Member of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
9.D | | Appoint Mr. Lodewijk De Waal as the Member of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Authorize to issue ordinary, to grant the right to take up such shares and to restrict or exclude preferential rights of shareholders; [Authority expires on 27 October 2010 [subject to extension by the general meeting]]; for a total of 200,000,000 ordinary shares, plus for a total of 200,000,000 ordinary shares, only if these shares are issued in connection with the take-over of a business or a Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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11. | | Authorize the Executive Board to acquire in the name of the Company fully paid-up ordinary shares in the share capital of the Company or depositary receipts for such shares, this authorization is subject to such a maximum that the Company shall not hold more than: 10% of the issued share capital, plus 10% of the issued share capital as a result of a major capital restructuring, the authorization applies for each manner of acquisition of ownership for which the law requires an authorization like the present one, the purchase price shall not be less than 1 eurocent and not higher than the highest price at which the depositary receipts for the Company’s ordinary shares are traded on the Euronext Amsterdam by NYSE Euronext on the date on which the purchase contract is concluded or on the preceding day of stock market trading; [Authority expires on 27 OCT 2010] | | Management | | For | | For |
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12. | | Any other business and conclusion | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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HUTCHISON TELECOMMUNICATIONS INTL LTD |
| | | |
Security | | G46714104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 27-Apr-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | KYG467141043 | | Agenda | | 701860199 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT SHAREHOLDERS ARE ALLOWED TO VOTE ‘IN FAVOR’ OR ‘AGAINST’ FOR ALL RESOLUTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Receive the audited financial statements and the reports of the Directors and the Auditors for the YE 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.A | | Re-elect Mr. FOK Kin-ning, Canning as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.B | | Re-elect Mr. LUI Dennis Pok Man as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.C | | Re-elect Mr. Christopher John FOLL as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.D | | Re-elect Mr. KWAN Kai Cheong as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.E | | Authorize the Board of Directors to fix the Directors’ remuneration | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3. | | Re-appoint PricewaterhouseCoopers as the Auditors of the Company and authorize the Board of Directors to fix its remuneration | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.a | | Authorize the Board of Directors of the Company [the Directors], subject to this resolution, to allot, issue and otherwise deal with new shares of the Company [the Shares] and to allot, issue or grant securities convertible into shares, or options, warrants or similar rights to subscribe for any shares or such convertible securities, and to make or grant offers, agreements, options and warrants during and after the relevant period, not exceeding 20% of the aggregate nominal amount of the share capital of the Company in issue at the date of passing this resolution, otherwise than pursuant to the shares issued as a result of a rights issue, the exercise of the subscription or conversion rights attaching to any warrants or any securities convertible into shares or the exercise of the subscription rights under any option scheme or similar arrangement for the time being adopted for the grant or issue to persons such as Officers and/or employees of the Company and/or any of its subsidiaries of Shares or rights to acquire shares or any scrip dividend providing for the allotment of shares in lieu of the whole or part of a dividend on shares in accordance with the Articles of Association of the Company; [Authority expires the earlier of the conclusion of the next AGM of the Company or the expiration of the period within which the next AGM of the Company is required by the Articles of Association of the Company or any applicable Law of the Cayman Islands to be held] | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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4.b | | Authorize the Directors of the Company to purchase or repurchase on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited [the Stock Exchange], or any other stock exchange on which the securities of the Company are or may be listed and recognized by the Securities and Futures Commission of Hong Kong and the Stock Exchange for this purpose, shares including any form of depositary shares representing the right to receive such shares issued by the Company and to repurchase such securities, subject to and in accordance with all applicable laws and the requirements of the Rules Governing the Listing of Securities on the Stock Exchange or of any other stock exchange as amended from time to time during the relevant period, not exceeding 10% of the aggregate nominal amount of the share capital of the Company in issue at the date of this resolution; [Authority expires the earlier of the conclusion of the next AGM of the Company or the expiration of the period within which the next AGM of the Company is required by the Articles of Association of the Company or any applicable Law of the Cayman Islands to be held] | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.c | | Authorize the Directors, subject to the passing of Resolutions 4.A and 4.B, to add the aggregate nominal amount of the share capital of the Company which may be purchased or repurchased by the Company pursuant by Resolution 4.B, to the aggregate nominal amount of the share capital of the Company that may be allotted or issued or agreed conditionally or unconditionally to be allotted or issued by the Directors pursuant to Resolution 4.A, provided that such shares does not exceed 10% of the aggregate nominal amount of the share capital of the Company in issue at the date of this resolution | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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5. | | Approve, with effect from the conclusion of the meeting at which this resolution is passed, the proposed amendments to the 2004 Partner Share Option Plan of Partner Communications Company Limited as specified, subject to such modifications of the relevant amendments to the 2004 Partner Share Option Plan as the Directors of the Company may consider necessary, taking into account the requirements of the relevant regulatory authorities, including without limitation, The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited and authorize the Directors to do all such acts and things as may be necessary to carry out such amendments and [if any] modifications into effect | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO RECEIPT OF ACTUAL RECORD DATE. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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AMERICAN EXPRESS COMPANY |
| | | |
Security | | 025816109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | AXP | | Meeting Date | | 27-Apr-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US0258161092 | | Agenda | | 933007595 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: D.F. AKERSON | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: C. BARSHEFSKY | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: U.M. BURNS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: K.I. CHENAULT | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: P. CHERNIN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: J. LESCHLY | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: R.C. LEVIN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: R.A. MCGINN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: E.D. MILLER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: S.S REINEMUND | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1K | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: R.D. WALTER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1L | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: R.A. WILLIAMS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | ADVISORY (NON-BINDING) VOTE APPROVING EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL RELATING TO CUMULATIVE VOTING FOR DIRECTORS. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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05 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL RELATING TO THE CALLING OF SPECIAL SHAREHOLDER MEETINGS. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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CARREFOUR SA, PARIS |
| | | |
Security | | F13923119 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 28-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000120172 | | Agenda | | 701849979 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS COMMENT HAS BEEN DELETED. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve the financial statements and discharge Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.2 | | Approve to accept the consolidated financial statements and statutory reports | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.3 | | Approve the transaction with Mr. Jose Luis Duran regarding severance payments | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.4 | | Approve the transaction with Mr. Lars Olofsson regarding severance payments | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.5 | | Approve the treatment of losses and dividends of EUR 1.08 per share | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.6 | | Elect Mr. Lars Olofsson as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.7 | | Re-elect Mr. Rene Abate as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.8 | | Re-elect Mr. Nicolas Bazire as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.9 | | Re-elect Mr. Jean Martin Folz as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.10 | | Re-appoint Deloitte and Associes as the Auditor and Beas as Alternate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.11 | | Re-appoint KPMG as the Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.12 | | Ratify Mr. Bernard Perod as the Alternate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.13 | | Grant authority for the repurchase of up to 10% of issued capital | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.14 | | Approve the reduction in share capital via cancellation of repurchased shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.15 | | Grant authority for the issuance of equity or equity linked securities with preemptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 500 million | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.16 | | Grant authority for the issuance of equity or equity linked securities without preemptive rights up to an aggregate nominal amount of EUR 350 million | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.17 | | Authorize the Board to increase capital in the event of additional demand related to delegation submitted to shareholder vote above | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.18 | | Grant authority for the capitalization of reserves of up to EUR 500 million for bonus issue or increase in par value | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.19 | | Grant authority for the issued capital up to 3% for use in Stock Option Plan | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.20 | | Grant authority for the issued capital up to 0.2% for use in restricted Stock Plan | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.21 | | Approve Employee Stock Purchase Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.22 | | Approve Employee Stock Purchase Plan for international employees | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | Receive the reports of the Board of Directors and reports of the Statutory Auditors | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | Conventions referred to in Articles L.225-38 and L.225-42-1 of the Commercial Code | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO CHANGE IN MEETING DATE. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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SONAE CAPITAL SGPS SA, LISBOA |
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Security | | X8252W150 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 28-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | PTSNP0AE0008 | | Agenda | | 701859956 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Approve the annual report and accounts and the consolidated annual report and accounts for 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the resolution on the proposed appropriation of the 2008 net loss | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approve to assess the Management and Audit of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Approve to fill the vacant positions in the statutory governing bodies and in the remuneration Committee, should they occur up to the date of the shareholders general meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Approve the remunerations of the Members of the Remuneration Committee | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE EVENT THE MEETING DOES NOT REACH QUORUM, THERE WILL BE A SECOND CALL ON 15 MAY 2009. CONSEQUENTLY, YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS WILL REMAIN VALID FOR ALL CALLS UNLESS THE AGENDA IS AMENDED. PLEASE BE ALSO ADVISED THAT YOUR SHARES WILL BE BLOCKED UNTIL THE QUORUM IS MET OR THE MEETING IS CANCELLED. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO RECEIPT OF SECOND CALL COMMENT. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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SHIRE PLC |
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Security | | G8124V108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 28-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | JE00B2QKY057 | | Agenda | | 701873350 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Receive the Company’s accounts for the YE 31 DEC 2008 together with the Director’s report and the Auditor’s report on those accounts | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the Directors remuneration report for the YE 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Re-elect Dr. Barry Price as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Re-appoint Deloitte LLP as the Auditors of the Company to hold office from the conclusion the meeting to the conclusion of the AGM of the Company to be held in 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Authorize the Audit, Compliance & Risk Committee of the Board to determine the remuneration of the Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Authorize the Directors to allot relevant Securities [as defined in the Company’s Articles of Association] by Article 10 paragraph [B] of the company’s Articles of Association be renewed and for this purpose the authorized allotment amount shall be: [a] GBP 9,337,043 of relevant Securities; and [b] solely in connection with an allotment pursuant to an offer by way of a rights issue [as defined in the Company’s Articles of Association, but only if and to the extent that such offer is implemented by way of rights], GBP 18,674,086 of relevant securities comprising equity securities [as defined in the Company’s Articles of Association] [after deducting from such limit any relevant securities allotted under paragraph (a) above]; [Authority expires the earlier of the allotment period on 28 APR 2009 and ending on the earlier of 27 JUL 2010 or the conclusion of the AGM of the Company to be held in 2010]; and the Directors may allot relevant securities after the expiry of this authority in pursuance of such an offer or agreement made prior to such expiry | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.7 | | Authorize the Directors, subject to the passing of the previous Resolution, to allot equity securities [as defined in the Company’s Articles of Association] wholly for cash, by Article 10 paragraph (D) of the Company’s Articles of Association be renewed and for this purpose the Non pre-emptive Amount [as defined in the Company’s Articles of Association ] shall be GBP 1,400,556 of equity securities; [Authority expires the earlier of the period commencing on 28 APR 2009 and ending on the earlier of 27 JUL 2010 or the conclusion of the AGM of the Company to be held in 2010]; and the Directors may allot equity securities after the expiry of this authority in pursuance of such an offer or agreement made prior to such expiry | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.8 | | Grant authority to the market purchases | | Management | | For | | For |
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DIAGNOSTICOS DA AMER S A |
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Security | | P3589C109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 28-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | BRDASAACNOR1 | | Agenda | | 701900397 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
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A. | | Approve the Directors Accounts, to examine, discuss and the Company’s consolidated financial statements for the FYE 31 DEC 2008, the administration reporting that in light of the results from the FY the distribution of dividends is not being proposed | | Management | | For | | For |
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B. | | Elect the Members of the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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C. | | Approve to consider the proposal of the administration aiming at the instatement of the Finance Committee on a non permanent basis to operate during the 2009 FY, approval of the draft internal regulation and election of its full and alternate Members | | Management | | For | | For |
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D. | | Approve to set the total annual remuneration for the Members of the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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DIAGNOSTICOS DA AMER S A |
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Security | | P3589C109 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 28-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | BRDASAACNOR1 | | Agenda | | 701900400 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
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A. | | Amend the Corporate Bylaws with amendment of Articles 3, 20 inclusion of item XXX, 21 and 25 of the Corporate Bylaws, aiming respectively at the adaptation of the Corporate purpose, the inclusion of a matter in the list of powers of the Board of Directors as well as the adaptation of the positions and authorities of the Executive Committee | | Management | | For | | For |
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PACCAR INC |
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Security | | 693718108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | PCAR | | Meeting Date | | 28-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US6937181088 | | Agenda | | 933009359 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 MARK C. PIGOTT | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 WILLIAM G. REED, JR. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 WARREN R. STALEY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 CHARLES R. WILLIAMSON | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING THE ANNUAL ELECTION OF ALL DIRECTORS | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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03 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING A DIRECTOR VOTE THRESHOLD | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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FORTUNE BRANDS, INC. |
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Security | | 349631101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | FO | | Meeting Date | | 28-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US3496311016 | | Agenda | | 933010871 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 BRUCE A. CARBONARI | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 ANN F. HACKETT | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 DAVID M. THOMAS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 RONALD V. WATERS, III | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVAL OF AMENDMENTS TO THE COMPANY’S RESTATED CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION TO PROVIDE FOR THE ANNUAL ELECTION OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | IF PRESENTED, A SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL ENTITLED “ADOPT SIMPLE MAJORITY VOTE”. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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MOODY’S CORPORATION |
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Security | | 615369105 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | MCO | | Meeting Date | | 28-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US6153691059 | | Agenda | | 933012786 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: EWALD KIST | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: HENRY A. MCKINNELL, JR., PH.D. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN K. WULFF | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL TO ADOPT A POLICY THAT THE CHAIRMAN OF THE COMPANY’S BOARD OF DIRECTORS BE AN INDEPENDENT DIRECTOR. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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04 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL TO ADOPT A POLICY REQUIRING SENIOR EXECUTIVES TO RETAIN A SIGNIFICANT PERCENTAGE OF COMPANY SHARES UNTIL TWO YEARS FOLLOWING TERMINATION OF THEIR EMPLOYMENT. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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THE PNC FINANCIAL SERVICES GROUP, INC. |
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Security | | 693475105 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | PNC | | Meeting Date | | 28-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US6934751057 | | Agenda | | 933014095 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MR. BERNDT | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MR. BUNCH | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MR. CHELLGREN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MR. CLAY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MS. JAMES | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MR. KELSON | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MR. LINDSAY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MR. MASSARO | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MS. PEPPER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MR. ROHR | | Management | | For | | For |
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1K | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MR. SHEPARD | | Management | | For | | For |
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1L | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MS. STEFFES | | Management | | For | | For |
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1M | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MR. STRIGL | | Management | | For | | For |
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1N | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MR. THIEKE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1O | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MR. USHER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1P | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MR. WALLS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1Q | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MR. WEHMEIER | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROVAL OF THE PNC FINANCIAL SERVICES GROUP, INC. EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN AS AMENDED AND RESTATED AS OF JANUARY 1, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | RATIFICATION OF THE AUDIT COMMITTEE’S SELECTION OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS PNC’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | APPROVAL OF AN ADVISORY VOTE ON EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | A SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING EQUITY OWNERSHIP, IF PROPERLY PRESENTED BEFORE THE MEETING. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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PERKINELMER, INC. |
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Security | | 714046109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | PKI | | Meeting Date | | 28-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US7140461093 | | Agenda | | 933017407 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT F. FRIEL | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: NICHOLAS A. LOPARDO | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ALEXIS P. MICHAS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JAMES C. MULLEN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DR. VICKI L. SATO | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GABRIEL SCHMERGEL | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: KENTON J. SICCHITANO | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PATRICK J. SULLIVAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: G. ROBERT TOD | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS PERKINELMER’S INDEPENDENT AUDITORS FOR THE CURRENT FISCAL YEAR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO APPROVE THE PERKINELMER, INC. 2009 INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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FIRST NIAGARA FINANCIAL GROUP, INC. |
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Security | | 33582V108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | FNFG | | Meeting Date | | 28-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US33582V1089 | | Agenda | | 933026836 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 CARL. A. FLORIO | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 DAVID M. ZEBRO | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | THE NON-BINDING APPROVAL OF OUR EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION PROGRAMS AND POLICIES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | THE RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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ALLIANZ SE, MUENCHEN |
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Security | | D03080112 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 29-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | DE0008404005 | | Agenda | | 701857015 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | AS A CONDITION OF VOTING, GERMAN MARKET REGULATIONS REQUIRE THAT YOU DISCLOSE WHETHER YOU HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST IN THIS COMPANY. SHOULD EITHER BE THE CASE, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE SO THAT WE MAY LODGE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS ACCORDINGLY. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST, SUBMIT YOUR VOTE AS NORMAL. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Presentation of the approved Annual Financial Statements and the approved Consolidated Financial Statements as of and for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2008, and of the Management Reports for Allianz SE and for the Group, the Explanatory Report on the information pursuant to paragraph 289 (4), paragraph 315 (4) of the German Commercial Code (Handelsgesetzbuch) as well as the Report of the Supervisory Board for the fiscal year 2008 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2. | | Appropriation of net earnings | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approval of the actions of the members of the Management Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Approval of the actions of the members of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | By election to the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Authorization to acquire treasury shares for trading purposes | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Authorization to acquire and utilize treasury shares for other purposes | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Authorization to use derivatives in connection with the acquisition of treasury shares pursuant to Paragraph 71 (1) no. 8 of the German Stock Corporation Act (Aktiengesetz) | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Amendment to the Statutes in accordance with Paragraph 67 German Stock Corporation Act (Aktiengesetz) | | Management | | For | | For |
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10.A | | Other amendments to the Statutes: Cancellation of provisions regarding the first Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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10.B | | Other amendments to the Statutes: Anticipatory resolutions on the planned Law on the Implementation of the Shareholder Rights Directive (Gesetz zur Umsetzung der Aktionaersrechterichtlinie) | | Management | | For | | For |
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11. | | Approval of control and profit transfer agreement between Allianz SE and Allianz Shared Infrastructure Services SE | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | COUNTER PROPOSALS HAVE BEEN RECEIVED FOR THIS MEETING. A LINK TO THE COUNTER PROPOSAL INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE IN THE MATERIAL URL SECTION OF THE APPLICATION. IF YOU WISH TO ACT ON THESE ITEMS, YOU WILL NEED TO REQUEST A MEETING ATTEND AND VOTE YOUR SHARES AT THE COMPANY’S MEETING. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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COMPANHIA DE SANEAMENTO BASICO DO ESTADO DE SAO PA |
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Security | | P8228H104 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 29-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | BRSBSPACNOR5 | | Agenda | | 701872144 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
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1. | | Ratify the codec option number 200.2008, which deals with the annual leave of the Executive officers of the Companies controlled by the government | | Management | �� | | | |
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COMPANHIA DE SANEAMENTO BASICO DO ESTADO DE SAO PA |
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Security | | P8228H104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 29-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | BRSBSPACNOR5 | | Agenda | | 701872168 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT VOTES ‘IN FAVOR’ AND “AGAINST” IN THE SAME AGENDA ITEM ARE NOT ALLOWED. ONLY VOTES IN FAVOR AND/OR ABSTAIN OR AGAINST AND/OR ABSTAIN ARE ALLOWED. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT SHAREHOLDERS SUBMITTING A VOTE TO ELECT A MEMBER MUST INCLUDE THE NAME OF THE CANDIDATE TO BE ELECTED. IF INSTRUCTIONS TO VOTE ON THIS ITEM IS RECEIVED WITHOUT A CANDIDATE’S NAME, YOUR VOTE WILL BE PROCESSED IN FAVOR OR AGAINST OF THE DEFAULT COMPANY’S CANDIDATE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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I. | | Approve to take cognizance of the accounts of the Administrators and financial statements accompanied by the opinions of the finance committee and External Auditors, relating to the 2008 FY, in accordance with the report of the Administration, the balance sheet and corresponding explanatory notes | | Management | | | | |
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II. | | Approve the destination of the YE results of 2008 | | Management | | | | |
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III. | | Elect the Members of the Finance Committee | | Management | | | | |
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COMPAGNIE GENERALE DE GEOPHYSIQUE - VERITAS, MASSY |
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Security | | F2349S108 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 29-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000120164 | | Agenda | | 701904357 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | “French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative” | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN AMENDMENT TO MEETING ID 547246 DUE TO ADDITION OF RESOLUTIONS. ALL VOTES RECEIVED ON THE PREVIOUS MEETING WILL BE DISREGARDED AND YOU WILL NEED TO REINSTRUCT ON THIS MEETING NOTICE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve the Company’s financial statements for the YE in 2008, as presented, showing a loss of EUR 100,564,482.76 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Approve to record the loss for the year of EUR 100,564,482.76 as a deficit in retained earnings; following this appropriation, the retained earnings account will show a new debit balance of EUR 103,041,697.06; accordance with the regulations in force, the shareholders’ meeting recalls that no dividend was paid for the previous 3 FY | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve the consolidated financial statements for the said FY, in the form presented to the meeting, a net consolidated income of EUR 340,000,000.00 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Approve to renew the appointment of Mr. Yves Lesage as a Director for a 4 year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.5 | | Appoint Mr. Anders Farestveit as a Director for a 4 year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.6 | | Approve to award total annual fees of EUR 640,000.00 to the Directors | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.7 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to trade in the Company’s shares on the stock market, subject to the conditions described below: maximum purchase price: EUR 40.00, maximum number of shares to be acquired: 10% of the share capital, IE 14,976,235 shares, maximum funds invested in the share buybacks: EUR 599,049,400; [Authority is given for a 18 month period]; the number of shares acquired by the Company with a view to the retention or their subsequent delivery in payment or exchange as part of a merger, divestment or capital contribution cannot exceed 5% of its capital, to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities, this authorization supersedes the amounts unused of the authorization granted by the shareholder’s meeting of 29 APR 2008 in its Resolution 7 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.8 | | Approve, the special report of the Auditors on agreements governed by Article L.225.38 of the French Commercial Code, the said report and the agreements referred to therein | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.9 | | Approve, in accordance with the Articles L.225-38 and L.25-42-1 of the French Commercial Code, the regulated agreement between the Company and Mr. Robert Brunck, the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Company as mentioned in said report and regarding: the special breach indemnity to be paid when Mr. Robert Brunch’s contract of employment is broken, in the frame of a constraint departure linked to a modification of control or strategy; the total amount of the special breach indemnity can not exceed the limit of 200% of the reference’s annual remuneration; the possibility to exercise forward the options giving right to subscribe shares held by Mr. Robert Brunck, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Company when his contract of employment is broken in the frame of a constraint departure | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.10 | | Approve, in accordance with the Articles L.225-38 and L.25-42-1 of the French Commercial Code, the regulated agreement between the Company and Mr. Thierry Le Roux, Executive Vice President of the Company as mentioned in said report and regarding: the special breach indemnity to be paid when Mr. Thierry Le Roux’s contract of employment is broken, in the frame of a constraint departure linked to a modification of control or strategy; the total amount of the special breach indemnity can not exceed the limit of 200% of the reference’s annual remuneration; the possibility to exercise forward the options giving right to subscribe shares held by Mr. Thierry Le Roux, Executive Vice President when his contract of employment is broken in the frame of a constraint departure | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.11 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the capital, on 1 or more occasions, in France or abroad, by issuance, with preferred subscription rights maintained, of shares or any securities giving access to the share capital;[Authority is granted for a 26-period]; the global nominal amount of the capital increases to be carried out under this delegation of authority shall not exceed EUR 30,000,000,.00 I.E. 75,000,000 ordinary new shares; the nominal amount of debt securities issued shall not exceed EUR 600,000,000.00; to charge the share issuance costs against the related premiums and deduct from the premiums the amounts necessary to raise the legal reserve to one tenth of the new capital after each increase; this authorization on supersedes the authorization granted by the shareholders’ meeting of 24 APR 2008 in its Resolution 11 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.12 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the capital, on 1 or more occasions, in France or abroad, by a maximum nominal amount of EUR 9,000,000.00 I.E. 22,500,000 shares by issuance, without preferred subscription right, of shares or securities giving access to the share capital; these securities may be issued in consideration for securities tendered in a public exchange offer initiated the Company; this amount of capital increase to be carried out shall count against the overall value set forth in Resolution 11; [Authority is granted for a 26-month period]; to charge the share issuance costs against the related premiums and deduct from the premiums the amounts necessary to raise the legal reserve to one tenth of the new capital after each increase; this authorization on supersedes the authorization granted by the shareholders’ meeting of 29 APR 2008 in its Resolution 12 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.13 | | Authorize the Board of Directors, for each of the issues decided in the Resolution 12, when the preferential subscription right is cancelled, to set the issue price up to a limit of 10% of the amount of capita increase shall count against the ceiling set forth in Resolution 12 and the overall value set forth in Resolution 11; [Authority is given for a 26-month period]; this delegation supersedes this authorization granted by the shareholders’ meeting of 29 APR 2008 in its Resolution 13 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.14 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the number of securities to be issued for each of the issues decided in Resolution 11 and 12, at the same price as the initial issue, within 30 days of the closing of the subscription period and up to a maximum of 15% of the initial issue; [Authority is granted for a 26-month period]; this delegation supersedes authorization granted by the shareholder’s meeting of 29 APR 2008 in its Resolution 14 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.15 | | Authorize the Board of Directors in order to increase the share capital, in 1 or more occasions, by a maximum nominal amount of EUR 10,000,000.00 by way of capitalizing reserves, profits, premiums, by issuing bonus shares or raising the par value of existing shares; this amount shall count against the overall value set forth in Resolution 11; [Authority is given for a 26-month period]; this delegation supersedes the authorization granted by the shareholder’s meeting of 29 APR 2008 in its Resolution 15 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.16 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital, up to 10% of the share capital, in consideration for the contributions in kind granted to the Company and comprised of capital securities giving access to share capital; the amount to capital increases which may be carried out shall count forth in Resolution 12; [Authority is granted for a 26-month period]; and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; this delegation supersedes the authorization granted by the shareholder’s meeting of 29 APR 2008 in its Resolution 16 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.17 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital, on 1 or more occasions, at its sole discretion, in favor of employees’ Company of the French or Foreign Companies and related Companies who are Members of a Company savings Plan; [Authority is given for a 26-month period] and for a nominal amount that shall not exceed EUR 2,500,000.00 this amount shall count against the overall value set forth in Resolution 11; and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities, this authorization supersedes the authorization granted by the shareholder’s meeting of 29 APR 2008 in its Resolution 17 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.18 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to reduce the share capital, one 1 or more occasions, by canceling all or part of the shares held by the Company in connection with a Stock Repurchase Plan, up to a maximum of 10% of the share capital over a 24-month period; [Authority is given for a 18-month period]; and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; this authorization supersedes the authorization granted by the shareholder’s meeting of 29 APR 2008 in its Resolution 20 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.19 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to issuel, on 1 or more occasions, in France or abroad, up to maximum amount of EUR 600,000,000.00, securities given right to the allocation of debt securities; this amount shall count against the overall value set forth in Resolution 11; [Authority is granted for a 26-month period]; this authorization supersedes the authorization granted by the shareholder’s meeting of 29 APR 2008 in its Resolution 22 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.20 | | Grant full powers to the bearer of an original, a copy or extract of the minutes of this meeting to carry out all filings, publications and other formalities prescribed By Law | | Management | | For | | For |
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A. | | Approve the resolutions on the allocation of free shares and stock options for the Employees and Corporate Managers will have a validity of 1 year | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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B. | | Approve to distribute more precise information in regards to shares and stock options proposed for the allocation to employees and some corporate managers, as well as for the total amount allocated to specific beneficiaries | | Management | | For | | For |
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TCF FINANCIAL CORPORATION |
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Security | | 872275102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | TCB | | Meeting Date | | 29-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US8722751026 | | Agenda | | 933010807 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 WILLIAM F. BIEBER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 THEODORE J. BIGOS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 WILLIAM A. COOPER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 THOMAS A. CUSICK | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 GREGORY J. PULLES | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 GERALD A. SCHWALBACH | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 DOUGLAS A. SCOVANNER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 BARRY N. WINSLOW | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RE-APPROVE THE TCF PERFORMANCE-BASED COMPENSATION POLICY | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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03 | | APPROVE AN INCREASE IN AUTHORIZED SHARES UNDER THE TCF FINANCIAL INCENTIVE STOCK PROGRAM | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | RE-APPROVE THE PERFORMANCE-BASED GOALS UNDER THE TCF FINANCIAL INCENTIVE STOCK PROGRAM | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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05 | | APPROVE, IN AN ADVISORY (NON-BINDING) VOTE, THE COMPENSATION OF EXECUTIVES DISCLOSED IN THE PROXY STATEMENT | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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06 | | ADVISORY VOTE ON THE APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS FOR 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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BROWN & BROWN, INC. |
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Security | | 115236101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | BRO | | Meeting Date | | 29-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US1152361010 | | Agenda | | 933013764 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 J. HYATT BROWN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 SAMUEL P. BELL, III | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 HUGH M. BROWN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 J. POWELL BROWN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 BRADLEY CURREY, JR. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 JIM W. HENDERSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 THEODORE J. HOEPNER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 TONI JENNINGS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 WENDELL S. REILLY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 10 JOHN R. RIEDMAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 11 JAN E. SMITH | | | | For | | For |
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| | 12 CHILTON D. VARNER | | | | For | | For |
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2 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE, LLP AS BROWN & BROWN, INC.’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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CEPHEID |
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Security | | 15670R107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | CPHD | | Meeting Date | | 29-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US15670R1077 | | Agenda | | 933014285 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 JOHN L. BISHOP | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 THOMAS D. BROWN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 DEAN O. MORTON | | | | For | | For |
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2 | | TO AMEND CEPHEID’S 2000 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF SHARES AVAILABLE THEREUNDER. | | Management | | For | | For |
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3 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM OF CEPHEID FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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THE MCGRAW-HILL COMPANIES, INC. |
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Security | | 580645109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | MHP | | Meeting Date | | 29-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US5806451093 | | Agenda | | 933015174 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 SIR MICHAEL RAKE | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 2 KURT L. SCHMOKE | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 3 SIDNEY TAUREL | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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02 | | VOTE TO REAPPROVE PERFORMANCE GOALS UNDER OUR 2002 STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | VOTE TO RATIFY ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REQUESTING ELECTION OF EACH DIRECTOR ANNUALLY. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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05 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REQUESTING ADOPTION OF SIMPLE MAJORITY VOTE. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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06 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REQUESTING PUBLIC DISCLOSURE OF CORPORATE POLICIES AND PROCEDURES REGARDING POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS AND THE AMOUNT OF SUCH CONTRIBUTIONS. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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07 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REQUESTING ELECTION OF DIRECTORS BY MAJORITY VOTE. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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08 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REQUESTING ADOPTION OF POLICY REQUIRING CHAIRMAN TO BE INDEPENDENT DIRECTOR WHO HAS NOT PREVIOUSLY SERVED AS AN EXECUTIVE OFFICER OF THE COMPANY. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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NORBORD INC. |
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Security | | 65548P106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual and Special Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | NBDFF | | Meeting Date | | 29-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | CA65548P1062 | | Agenda | | 933022080 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 JACK L. COCKWELL | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 2 DIAN N. COHEN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 PIERRE DUPUIS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 GORDON E. FORWARD | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 DOMINIC GAMMIERO | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 6 ROBERT J. HARDING | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 7 NEVILLE W. KIRCHMANN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 MARGOT E. NORTHEY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 J. BARRIE SHINETON | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | THE APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS AUDITORS OF THE CORPORATION AND AUTHORIZING THE DIRECTORS TO FIX THEIR REMUNERATION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | AN ORDINARY RESOLUTION APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE NORBORD INC. STOCK OPTION PLAN TO INCREASE THE MAXIMUM NUMBER OF COMMON SHARES THAT MAY BE ISSUED THEREUNDER FROM 10 MILLION TO 20 MILLION. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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04 | | A SPECIAL RESOLUTION APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CORPORATION’S RESTATED ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION TO CONSOLIDATE ITS ISSUED AND OUTSTANDING COMMON SHARES ON THE BASIS OF ONE POST-CONSOLIDATED COMMON SHARE FOR EACH 10 PRE-CONSOLIDATED COMMON SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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EMBRAER-EMPRESA BRASILEIRA |
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Security | | 29081M102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ERJ | | Meeting Date | | 29-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US29081M1027 | | Agenda | | 933050596 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | EXAMINE, DISCUSS AND VOTE FOR THE APPROVAL OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS PRESENTED BY THE MANAGEMENT IN CONNECTION WITH THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED IN DECEMBER 31, 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | ALLOCATION OF NET PROFITS RECORDED IN THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | ELECTION OF THE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS FOR THE PERIOD OF 2009/2011 AND THE NOMINATION OF ITS CHAIRMAN AND VICE CHAIRMAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | ELECTION OF THE MEMBERS OF THE FISCAL BOARD FOR THE PERIOD OF 2009/2010 AND DESIGNATION OF ITS CHAIRMAN, VICE CHAIRMAN AND FINANCIAL EXPERT | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | SETTING OF THE ANNUAL AMOUNT FOR DISTRIBUTION AMONG THE MANAGEMENT (EXECUTIVE OFFICERS, DIRECTORS AND MEMBERS OF THE COMMITTEES OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS) OF THE COMPANY | | Management | | For | | For |
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06 | | SET THE COMPENSATION OF THE MEMBERS OF THE FISCAL BOARD | | Management | | For | | For |
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ASTRAZENECA PLC, LONDON |
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Security | | G0593M107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 30-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | GB0009895292 | | Agenda | | 701834839 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT SHAREHOLDERS ARE ALLOWED TO VOTE “IN FAVOR” OR “AGAINST” FOR BELOW RESOLUTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Receive the Company’s accounts and the reports of the Directors and the Auditor for the YE 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve to confirm the first interim dividend of USD 0.55 [27.8 pence, 3.34 SEK] per ordinary share and confirm the final dividend for 2008, the second interim dividend of USD 1.50 [104.8 pence, SEK 12.02] per ordinary share | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Re-appoint KPMG Audit Plc, London as the Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Authorize the Directors to agree the remuneration of the Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.A | | Elect Mr. Louis Schweitzer as a Director in accordance with Article 65 of the Company’s Articles of Association, who will retire at the AGM in 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.B | | Elect Mr. David Brennan as a Director in accordance with Article 65 of the Company’s Articles of Association, who will retire at the AGM in 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.C | | Elect Mr. Simon Lowth as a Director in accordance with Article 65 of the Company’s Articles of Association, who will retire at the AGM in 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.D | | Elect Mr. Bo Angelin as a Director in accordance with Article 65 of the Company’s Articles of Association, who will retire at the AGM in 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.E | | Elect Mr. John Buchanan as a Director in accordance with Article 65 of the Company’s Articles of Association, who will retire at the AGM in 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.F | | Elect Mr. Jean Philippe Courtois as a Director in accordance with Article 65 of the Company’s Articles of Association, who will retire at the AGM in 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.G | | Elect Mr. Jane Henney as a Director in accordance with Article 65 of the Company’s Articles of Association, who will retire at the AGM in 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.H | | Elect Mr. Michele Hooper as a Director in accordance with Article 65 of the Company’s Articles of Association, who will retire at the AGM in 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.I | | Elect Mr. Rudy Markham as a Director in accordance with Article 65 of the Company’s Articles of Association, who will retire at the AGM in 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.J | | Elect Ms. Dame Nancy Rothwell as a Director in accordance with Article 65 of the Company’s Articles of Association, who will retire at the AGM in 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.K | | Elect Ms. John Varley as a Director in accordance with Article 65 of the Company’s Articles of Association, who will retire at the AGM in 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.L | | Elect Mr. Marcus Wallenberg as a Director in accordance with Article 65 of the Company’s Articles of Association, who will retire at the AGM in 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Approve the Directors’ remuneration report for the YE 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Authorize the Company and make donations to Political Parties to make donations to Political Organizations other than political parties; and incur political expenditure during the period commencing on the date of this resolution and ending on the date the of the Company’s AGM, provided that in each case any such donation and expenditure made by the Company or by any such subsidiary shall not exceed USD 250,000 per Company and together with those made by any subsidiary and the Company shall not exceed in aggregate USD 250,000, as specified | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Authorize the Director to allot new shares by Article 7.1 of the Company’s Article of Association renewed by the period commencing on the date of the AGM of the Company in 2010 or, if earlier, on 30 JUN 2010, and such period the Section 80 amount shall be USD 120,636,176 | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.9 | | To Authorise the directors to disapply pre-emption rights. | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.10 | | Authorize the Company for the purpose of Section 166 of the Companies Act 1985, to make market purchases [Section 163 of the Companies Act 1985] of ordinary shares of USD 0.25 each in the capital of the Company provided that: the maximum number of shares which may be purchased is 144,763,412 the minimum price [exclusive of expenses] which may be paid for share is USD 0.25 the maximum price which may be paid for a share is an amount equal to 105% of the average of the middle market values of the Company’s ordinary shares as derived from the daily official list of the London Stock Exchange for the 5 business days immediately preceding the day on which such share is contracted to be purchased [authority expires the earlier of the conclusion of the AGM of the Company in 2010 or 30 JUN 2010]; except in relation to the purchase of shares the contract for which was concluded before the expiry of such authority and which might be executed wholly or partly after such expiry | | Management | | For | | For |
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AXA SA, PARIS |
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Security | | F06106102 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 30-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000120628 | | Agenda | | 701870710 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN AMENDMENT TO MEETING ID 504193 DUE TO ADDITION OF RESOLUTIONS. ALL VOTES RECEIVED ON THE PREVIOUS MEETING WILL BE DISREGARDED AND YOU WILL NEED TO REINSTRUCT ON THIS MEETING NOTICE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve the financial statements and statutory reports | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Approve to accept the consolidated financial statements and statutory reports | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve the allocation of income and dividends of EUR 0.40 per share | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Approve the Auditors’ special report regarding related-party transactions | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Re-elect Mr. Jacques de Chateauvieux as the Supervisory Board Member | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.6 | | Re-elect Mr. Anthony Hamilton as a Supervisory Board Member | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.7 | | Re-elect Mr. Michel Pebereau as a Supervisory Board Member | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.8 | | Re-elect Mr. Dominique Reiniche as a Supervisory Board Member | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.9 | | Elect Mr. Ramon de Oliveira as a Supervisory Board Member | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.10 | | Grant authority to the repurchase of up to 10% of issued share capital | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.11 | | Grant authority to the capitalization of reserves of up to EUR 1 billion for bonus issue or increase in par value | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.12 | | Grant authority to the issuance of equity or equity linked securities with preemptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 2 billion | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.13 | | Grant authority to the issuance of equity or equity linked securities without preemptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 1 billion | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.14 | | Authorize the Board to set issue price for 10% of issued capital pursuant to issue authority without preemptive rights | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.15 | | Authorize the Board to increase capital in the event of additional demand related to delegation submitted to shareholder vote items 12 to 14 and 16 to 18 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.16 | | Grant authority to the capital increase of up to EUR 1 billion for future exchange offers | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.17 | | Grant authority to the capital increase of up to 10% of issued capital for future acquisitions | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.18 | | Grant authority to the issuance of equity upon conversion of a subsidiary’s equity linked securities for up to EUR 1 billion | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.19 | | Approve the issuance of securities convertible into debt | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.20 | | Approve the Employee Stock Purchase Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.21 | | Approve the Stock Purchase Plan reserved for employees of international subsidiaries | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.22 | | Approve the reduction in share capital via cancellation of repurchased shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.23 | | Grant authority to the issuance of preferred stock in favor of Axa Assurances IARD Mutuelle and Axa Assurances Vie Mutuelle for up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 1 billion | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.24 | | Grant authority to the issuance of preferred stock with preemptive rights for up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 1 billion | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.25 | | Grant authority to the issuance of preferred stock without preemptive rights for up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 1 billion | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.26 | | Adopt the new Articles of Association, pursuant to items 23 through 25 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.27 | | Grant authority to the filing of required documents/other formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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REDECARD S A |
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Security | | P79941103 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 30-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | BRRDCDACNOR3 | | Agenda | | 701908381 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | IMPORTANT MARKET PROCESSING REQUIREMENT: A BENEFICIAL OWNER SIGNED POWER OF ATTORNEY (POA) IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO LODGE AND EXECUTE YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MARKET. ABSENCE OF A POA, MAY CAUSE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS TO BE REJECTED. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT VOTES ‘IN FAVOR’ AND “AGAINST” IN THE SAME AGENDA ITEM ARE NOT ALLOWED. ONLY VOTES IN FAVOR AND/OR ABSTAIN OR AGAINST AND/ OR ABSTAIN ARE ALLOWED. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Amend the Articles regarding creation of statutory Earnings reserve | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Amend the Articles regarding the require that financial transactions be approved by Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Amend the Articles 3, 6, 7, 8, 9, 11, 12, 13,14, 16, 22 and 30 | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Amend the Articles regarding the Executive Officer Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Approve to delete Sub-Section 5 of Article 27, Article 31, and Article 43 | | Management | | For | | For |
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JANUS CAPITAL GROUP INC. |
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Security | | 47102X105 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | JNS | | Meeting Date | | 30-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US47102X1054 | | Agenda | | 933011063 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: STEVEN L. SCHEID (CHAIRMAN) | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: TIMOTHY K. ARMOUR | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: J. RICHARD FREDERICKS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LAWRENCE E. KOCHARD | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LANDON H. ROWLAND | | Management | | For | | For |
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2 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS INDEPENDENT AUDITOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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TORCHMARK CORPORATION |
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Security | | 891027104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | TMK | | Meeting Date | | 30-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US8910271043 | | Agenda | | 933016241 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 DAVID L. BOREN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 M. JANE BUCHAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 ROBERT W. INGRAM | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 PAUL J. ZUCCONI | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF AUDITORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | AMENDMENT OF BY-LAWS TO PROVIDE FOR MAJORITY VOTING FOR DIRECTORS AND ADVANCE NOTICE | | Management | | For | | For |
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J.B. HUNT TRANSPORT SERVICES, INC. |
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Security | | 445658107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | JBHT | | Meeting Date | | 30-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US4456581077 | | Agenda | | 933017445 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 SHARILYN S. GASAWAY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 COLEMAN H. PETERSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 JAMES L. ROBO | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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ASTRAZENECA PLC |
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Security | | 046353108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | AZN | | Meeting Date | | 30-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US0463531089 | | Agenda | | 933020593 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | TO RECEIVE THE COMPANY’S ACCOUNTS AND THE REPORTS OF THE DIRECTORS AND AUDITOR FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO CONFIRM DIVIDENDS | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO RE-APPOINT KPMG AUDIT PLC, LONDON AS AUDITOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | TO AUTHORISE THE DIRECTORS TO AGREE THE REMUNERATION OF THE AUDITOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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5A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LOUIS SCHWEITZER | | Management | | For | | For |
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5B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID BRENNAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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5C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: SIMON LOWTH | | Management | | For | | For |
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5D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: BO ANGELIN | | Management | | For | | For |
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5E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN BUCHANAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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5F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JEAN-PHILIPPE COURTOIS | | Management | | For | | For |
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5G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JANE HENNEY | | Management | | For | | For |
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5H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MICHELE HOOPER | | Management | | For | | For |
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5I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RUDY MARKHAM | | Management | | For | | For |
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5J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAME NANCY ROTHWELL | | Management | | For | | For |
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5K | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN VARLEY | | Management | | For | | For |
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5L | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MARCUS WALLENBERG | | Management | | For | | For |
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06 | | TO APPROVE THE DIRECTORS’ REMUNERATION REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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07 | | TO AUTHORISE LIMITED EU POLITICAL DONATIONS | | Management | | For | | For |
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08 | | TO AUTHORISE THE DIRECTORS TO ALLOT UNISSUED SHARES | | Management | | For | | For |
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09 | | TO AUTHORISE THE DIRECTORS TO DISAPPLY PRE-EMPTION RIGHTS | | Management | | For | | For |
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10 | | TO AUTHORISE THE COMPANY TO PURCHASE ITS OWN SHARES | | Management | | For | | For |
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ALLERGAN, INC. |
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Security | | 018490102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | AGN | | Meeting Date | | 30-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US0184901025 | | Agenda | | 933026812 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: HERBERT W. BOYER, PH.D. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT A. INGRAM | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID E.I. PYOTT | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RUSSELL T. RAY | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO APPROVE A STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING ADDITIONAL ANIMAL TESTING DISCLOSURE. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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CALGON CARBON CORPORATION |
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Security | | 129603106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | CCC | | Meeting Date | | 30-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US1296031065 | | Agenda | | 933032411 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 WILLIAM R. NEWLIN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 JOHN S. STANIK | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 WILLIAM J. LYONS | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS INDEPENDENT AUDITORS FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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GRUPO TELEVISA, S.A.B. |
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Security | | 40049J206 | | Meeting Type | | Special |
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Ticker Symbol | | TV | | Meeting Date | | 30-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US40049J2069 | | Agenda | | 933059366 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
I | | APPOINTMENT OR RATIFICATION, AS THE CASE MAY BE, OF THE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO BE APPOINTED AT THIS MEETING PURSUANT TO ARTICLES TWENTY SIXTH, TWENTY SEVENTH AND OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES OF THE CORPORATE BY-LAWS. | | Management | | For | | |
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II | | APPOINTMENT OF DELEGATES TO CARRY OUT AND FORMALIZE THE RESOLUTIONS ADOPTED AT THIS MEETING. | | Management | | For | | |
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GRUPO TELEVISA, S.A.B. |
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Security | | 40049J206 | | Meeting Type | | Special |
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Ticker Symbol | | TV | | Meeting Date | | 30-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US40049J2069 | | Agenda | | 933061373 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
S1 | | APPOINTMENT OR RATIFICATION, AS THE CASE MAY BE, OF THE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO BE APPOINTED AT THIS MEETING. | | Management | | | | |
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S2 | | APPOINTMENT OF DELEGATES TO CARRY OUT AND FORMALIZE THE RESOLUTIONS ADOPTED AT THIS MEETING. | | Management | | | | |
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O1 | | PRESENTATION AND, IN ITS CASE, APPROVAL OF THE REPORTS REFERRED TO IN ARTICLE 28, PARAGRAPH IV OF THE SECURITIES MARKET LAW. | | Management | | | | |
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O2 | | PRESENTATION OF THE REPORT REGARDING CERTAIN FISCAL OBLIGATIONS OF COMPANY, ALL AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE PROXY STATEMENT. | | Management | | | | |
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O3 | | RESOLUTION REGARDING THE ALLOCATION OF FINAL RESULTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED ON DECEMBER 31, 2008. | | Management | | | | |
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O4 | | RESOLUTION (I) AMOUNT MAY BE ALLOCATED TO REPURCHASE SHARES PURSUANT TO ARTICLE 56, (II) PRESENTATION OF REPORT ON POLICIES. | | Management | | | | |
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O5 | | APPOINTMENT OR RATIFICATION, OF THE MEMBERS THAT SHALL CONFORM BOARD, SECRETARY, ALTERNATIVE SECRETARIES AND OFFICERS. | | Management | | | | |
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O6 | | APPOINTMENT OR RATIFICATION, AS THE CASE MAY BE, OF MEMBERS THAT SHALL CONFORM THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE. | | Management | | | | |
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O7 | | APPOINTMENT OR RATIFICATION, AS THE CASE MAY BE, OF THE CHAIRMAN OF THE AUDIT COMMITTEE AND OF THE CHAIRMAN OF THE COMMITTEE. | | Management | | | | |
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O8 | | COMPENSATION TO MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS, OF EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE, ALL AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE PROXY STATEMENT. | | Management | | | | |
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O9 | | APPOINTMENT OF DELEGATES WHO WILL CARRY OUT AND FORMALIZE THE RESOLUTIONS ADOPTED AT THIS MEETING. | | Management | | | | |
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E1 | | RESOLUTION REGARDING THE CANCELLATION OF SHARES AND THE RESULTING DECREASE OF THE CAPITAL STOCK. | | Management | | | | |
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E2 | | APPOINTMENT OF DELEGATES WHO WILL CARRY OUT AND FORMALIZE THE RESOLUTIONS ADOPTED AT THIS MEETING. | | Management | | | | |
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ZIMMER HOLDINGS, INC. |
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Security | | 98956P102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ZMH | | Meeting Date | | 04-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US98956P1021 | | Agenda | | 933017091 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: BETSY J. BERNARD | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MARC N. CASPER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID C. DVORAK | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT A. HAGEMANN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ARTHUR J. HIGGINS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CECIL B. PICKETT, PH.D. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: AUGUSTUS A. WHITE, III, M.D., PH.D. | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF APPOINTMENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVAL OF THE 2009 STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | APPROVAL OF AN EXTENSION OF THE STOCK PLAN FOR NON-EMPLOYEE DIRECTORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | APPROVAL OF AN EXTENSION OF THE RESTATED DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN FOR NON-EMPLOYEE DIRECTORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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ABB LTD |
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Security | | 000375204 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ABB | | Meeting Date | | 05-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US0003752047 | | Agenda | | 933058059 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
2A | | APPROVAL OF THE ANNUAL REPORT, THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS, AND THE ANNUAL FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
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2B | | CONSULATIVE VOTE ON THE 2008 REMUNERATION REPORT. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | DISCHARGE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND THE PERSONS ENTRUSTED WITH MANAGEMENT. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | APPROPRIATION OF AVAILABLE EARNINGS AND RELEASE OF LEGAL RESERVES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | RENEWAL OF AUTHORIZED SHARE CAPITAL. | | Management | | For | | For |
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06 | | CAPITAL REDUCTION THROUGH NOMINAL VALUE REPAYMENT. | | Management | | For | | For |
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07 | | AMENDMENT TO THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION RELATED TO THE CAPITAL REDUCTION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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8A | | ELECTIONS TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTOR: HUBERTUS VON GRUNBERG, GERMAN, RE-ELECT AS DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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8B | | ELECTIONS TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTOR: ROGER AGNELLI, BRAZILIAN, RE-ELECT AS DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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8C | | ELECTIONS TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTOR: LOUIS R. HUGHES, AMERICAN, RE-ELECT AS DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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8D | | ELECTIONS TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTOR: HANS ULRICH MARKI, SWISS, RE-ELECT AS DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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8E | | ELECTIONS TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTOR: MICHEL DE ROSEN, FRENCH, RE-ELECT AS DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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8F | | ELECTIONS TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTOR: MICHAEL TRESCHOW, SWEDISH, RE-ELECT AS DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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8G | | ELECTIONS TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTOR: BERND W. VOSS, GERMAN, RE-ELECT AS DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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8H | | ELECTIONS TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTOR: JACOB WALLENBERG, SWEDISH, RE-ELECT AS DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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09 | | ELECTION OF THE AUDITORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.ON AKTIENGESELLSCHAFT EON, DUESSELDORF |
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Security | | D24914133 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 06-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | DE000ENAG999 | | Agenda | | 701852914 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | AS A CONDITION OF VOTING, GERMAN MARKET REGULATIONS REQUIRE THAT YOU DISCLOSE WHETHER YOU HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST IN THIS COMPANY. SHOULD EITHER BE THE CASE, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE SO THAT WE MAY LODGE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS ACCORDINGLY. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST, SUBMIT YOUR VOTE AS NORMAL. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THESE SHARES MAY BE BLOCKED DEPENDING ON SOME SUBCUSTODIANS’ PROCESSING IN THE MARKET. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE TO OBTAIN BLOCKING INFORMATION FOR YOUR ACCOUNTS. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Presentation of the financial statements and annual report for the 2008 FY with the report of the Supervisory Board, the group financial statements and group annual report, and the report pursuant to sect ions 289[4] and 315[4] of the German Commercial Code | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2. | | Resolution on the appropriation of the distribute profit of EUR 2,856,795,549 as follows: payment of a dividend of EUR 1.50 per no-par share ex-dividend and payable date: 05 MAY 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Ratification of the Acts of the Board of Managing Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Ratification of the Acts of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Election of Mr. Jens P. Heyerdahl D.Y. to the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.A | | Election of the auditor for the 2009 financial year as well as for the inspection of financial statements: PricewaterhouseCoopers Aktiengesellschaft Wirtschaftspruefungsgesellschaft, Duesseldorf, is appointed as the auditor for the annual as well as the consolidated financial statements for the 2009 financial year. | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.B | | Election of the auditor for the 2009 financial year as well as for the inspection of financial statements: in addition, PricewaterhouseCoopers Aktiengesellschaft Wirtschaftspruefungsgesellschaft, Duesseldorf, is appointed as the auditor for the inspection of the abbreviated financial statements and the interim management report for the first half of the 2009 financial year. | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Renewal of the authorization to acquire own shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Resolution on the creation of authorized capital and the corresponding amendment to the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
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9.A | | Resolution on the authorization to issue convertible and/or warrant bonds, profit-sharing rights and/or participating bonds, the creation of contingent capital, and the corresponding amendment to the Articles of Association a) authorization I: the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized, with the con sent of the Supervisory Board, to issue bonds or profit-sharing rights of up to EUR 5,000,000,000, conferring convertible and/or option rights for shares of the Company, on or before 05 MAY 2014 shareholders shall be granted subscription except, for residual amounts, for the granting of such rights to other bondholders, and for the issue of bonds conferring convertible and/or option rights for shares of the company of up to 10% of the share capital if such bonds are issued at a price not materially below their theoretical market value shareholders’ subscription rights shall also be excluded for the issue of profit-sharing rights and/or participating bonds without convertible or option rights with debenture like features, the Company’s share capital shall be increased accordingly by up to EUR 175,000,000 through the issue of up to 175,000,000 new registered shares, insofar as convertible and/or option rights are exercised [contingent capital 2009 I] | | Management | | For | | For |
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9.B | | Resolution on the authorization to issue convertible and/or warrant bonds, profit-sharing rights and/or participating bonds, the creation of contingent capital, and the corresponding amendment to the Articles of Association b) authorization ii: the board of Managing Directors shall be authorized, with the consent of the Supervisory Board, to issue bonds or profit-sharing rights of up to EUR 5,000,000,000, conferring convertible and/or option rights for shares of the company, on or before 05 May 2014, shareholders shall be granted subscription except, for residual amounts, for the granting of such rights to other bondholders, and for the issue of bonds conferring convertible and/or option rights for shares of the company of up to 10 pct. of the share capital if such bonds are issued at a price not materially below their theoretical market value, shareholders’ subscription rights shall also be excluded for the issue of profit-sharing rights and/or participating bonds without convertible or option rights with debenture like features, the Company’s share capital shall be increased accordingly by up to EUR 175,000,000 through the issue of up to 175,000,000 new registered shares, insofar as convertible and/or option rights are exercised [contingent capital 2009 II] | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Adjustment of the object of the Company and the corresponding amendment to the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
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11.A | | Amendments to the Articles of Association in accordance with the implementation of the shareholders’ rights act [ARUG] a) amendment to section 19[2]2 of the Articles of Association in respect of the Board of Directors being authorized to allow the audiovisual transmission of the shareholders’ meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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11.B | | Amendments to the Articles of Association in accordance with the implementation of the shareholders’ rights act [ARUG] b) amendment to section 20[1] of the Articles of Association in respect of proxy-voting instructions being issued in written or electronically in a manner defined by the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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11.C | | Amendments to the Articles of Association in accordance with the implementation of the shareholders’ rights act [ARUG] c) amendment to section 18[2] of the Articles of Association in respect of shareholders being entitled to participate and vote at the shareholders’ meeting if they register with the Company by the sixth day prior to the meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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12. | | Approval of the control and profit transfer agreement with the Company’s wholly-owned subsidiary, E.ON Einundzwanzigste Verwaltungs GMBH, effective until at least 31 DEC 2013 | | Management | | For | | For |
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13. | | Approval of the control and profit transfer agreement with the Company’s wholly-owned subsidiary, E.On Zweiundzwanzigste Verwaltungs Gmbh, effective until at least 31 DEC 2013 | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | COUNTER PROPOSALS HAVE BEEN RECEIVED FOR THIS MEETING. A LINK TO THE COUNTER PROPOSAL INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE IN THE MATERIAL URL SECTION OF THE APPLICATION. IF YOU WISH TO ACT ON THESE ITEMS, YOU WILL NEED TO REQUEST A MEETING ATTEND AND VOTE YOUR SHARES AT THE COMPANYS MEETING. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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ONLINE RESOURCES CORPORATION |
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Security | | 68273G101 | | Meeting Type | | Contested-Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ORCC | | Meeting Date | | 06-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US68273G1013 | | Agenda | | 933004587 - Opposition |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 JOHN DORMAN | | | | For | | * |
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| | 2 EDWARD D. HOROWITZ | | | | For | | * |
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| | 3 BRUCE A. JAFFE | | | | Withheld | | * |
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02 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS THE COMPANY'S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | * |
* | Management Position Unknown |
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ONLINE RESOURCES CORPORATION |
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Security | | 68273G101 | | Meeting Type | | Contested-Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ORCC | | Meeting Date | | 06-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US68273G1013 | | Agenda | | 933009551 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 MICHAEL H. HEATH | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 2 JANEY A. PLACE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 J. HEIDI ROIZEN | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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2 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS FOR THE COMPANY’S YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | |
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ONLINE RESOURCES CORPORATION |
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Security | | 68273G101 | | Meeting Type | | Contested-Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ORCC | | Meeting Date | | 06-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US68273G1013 | | Agenda | | 933016392 - Opposition |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 JOHN DORMAN | | | | For | | * |
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| | 2 EDWARD D. HOROWITZ | | | | For | | * |
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| | 3 BRUCE A. JAFFE | | | | For | | * |
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02 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | * |
* | Management Position Unknown |
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EMC CORPORATION |
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Security | | 268648102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | EMC | | Meeting Date | | 06-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US2686481027 | | Agenda | | 933017748 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MICHAEL W. BROWN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RANDOLPH L. COWEN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MICHAEL J. CRONIN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GAIL DEEGAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN R. EGAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: W. PAUL FITZGERALD | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: EDMUND F. KELLY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WINDLE B. PRIEM | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PAUL SAGAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID N. STROHM | | Management | | For | | For |
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1K | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOSEPH M. TUCCI | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY SELECTION BY AUDIT COMMITTEE OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS EMC’S INDEPENDENT AUDITORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO EMC’S EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN TO INCREASE SHARES AVAILABLE BY 30 MILLION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO EMC’S BYLAWS TO REDUCE THE PERCENTAGE OF SHARES REQUIRED FOR SHAREHOLDERS TO CALL A SPECIAL MEETING. | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | TO ACT UPON A SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL RELATING TO AN ADVISORY VOTE ON EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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IDEXX LABORATORIES, INC. |
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Security | | 45168D104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | IDXX | | Meeting Date | | 06-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US45168D1046 | | Agenda | | 933020101 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 WILLIAM T. END | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 BARRY C. JOHNSON, PHD | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 BRIAN P. MCKEON | | | | For | | For |
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2 | | ADOPTION OF THE IDEXX LABORATORIES, INC. 2009 STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN. TO APPROVE AND ADOPT THE 2009 STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN (PROPOSAL TWO); | | Management | | For | | For |
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3 | | AMENDMENT TO IDEXX LABORATORIES, INC. 1997 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN. TO APPROVE AND ADOPT A PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO OUR 1997 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF SHARES AUTHORIZED FOR ISSUANCE UNDER THE PLAN FROM 1,240,000 SHARES TO 1,590,000 SHARES (PROPOSAL THREE); | | Management | | For | | For |
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4 | | RATIFICATION OF APPOINTMENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. TO RATIFY THE SELECTION BY THE AUDIT COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE CURRENT FISCAL YEAR (PROPOSAL FOUR); AND | | Management | | For | | For |
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5 | | OTHER BUSINESS. TO CONDUCT SUCH OTHER BUSINESS AS MAY PROPERLY COME BEFORE THE ANNUAL MEETING. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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AMERICAN TOWER CORPORATION |
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Security | | 029912201 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | AMT | | Meeting Date | | 06-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US0299122012 | | Agenda | | 933022749 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RAYMOND P. DOLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RONALD M. DYKES | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CAROLYN F. KATZ | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GUSTAVO LARA CANTU | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOANN A. REED | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PAMELA D.A. REEVE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID E. SHARBUTT | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JAMES D. TAICLET, JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: SAMME L. THOMPSON | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE SELECTION OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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ADIDAS AG |
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Security | | D0066B102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 07-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | DE0005003404 | | Agenda | | 701853132 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | AS A CONDITION OF VOTING, GERMAN MARKET REGULATIONS REQUIRE THAT YOU DISCLOSE WHETHER YOU HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST IN THIS COMPANY. SHOULD EITHER BE THE CASE, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE SO THAT WE MAY LODGE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS ACCORDINGLY. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST, SUBMIT YOUR VOTE AS NORMAL. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THE TRUE RECORD DATE FOR THIS MEETING IS 16 APR 2009, WHEREAS THE MEETING HAS BEEN SETUP USING THE ACTUAL RECORD DATE - 1 BUSINESS DAY. THIS IS DONE TO ENSURE THAT ALL POSITIONS REPORTED ARE IN CONCURRENCE WITH THE GERMAN LAW. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Presentation of the financial statements and annual report for the 2008 FY with the report of the Supervisory Board, the Group financial statements and Group annual report, and the report pursuant to Sections 289(4) and 315(4) of the German Commercial Code | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2. | | Resolution on the appropriation of the distribution profit of EUR 237,409,047.08 as follows: payment of a dividend of EUR 0.50 per no par share EUR 140,651,291.08 shall be carried forward Ex-dividend and payable date: 08 MAY 20 09 | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Ratification of the acts of the Board of Managing Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Ratification of the acts of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.1. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Dr. Stefan Jentzsch | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.2. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Mr. Igor Landau | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.3. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Mr. Willi Schwerdtle | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.4. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Mr. Christian Tourres | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.5. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Mr. Herbert Kauffmann | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.6. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Mr. Alexander Popow | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Amendment to Section 21(2) of the Articles of Association in accordance with the implementation of the Shareholders Rights Act (ARUG) in respect of proxy-voting instructions being issued in writing or via fax | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Amendments to Section 22 of the Articles of Association in respect of the Chairman of the shareholders meeting shall be authorized to limit share holder questions and remarks to a reasonable amount of time | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Resolution on the creation of new authorized capital and the corresponding amendment to the Articles of association, the existing authorization to increase the share capital by up to EUR 64,062,500 shall be revoked, the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized, with the consent of the Supervisory Board, to increase the share capital by up to EUR 50,000,000 through the issue of new shares against cash payment, during a period of 5 years [authorized capital 2009/I], shareholders subscription rights may be excluded for residual amounts | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Resolution on the creation of new authorized capital and the corresponding amendment to the Articles of Association, the existing authorization to increase the share capital by up to EUR 12,000,000 shall be revoked, the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized, with the consent of the Supervisory Board, to increase the share capital by up to EUR 25,000,000 through the issue of new shares against payment in kind, during a period of 3 years [authorized capital 200 9/II], the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized to decide upon the exclusion of shareholders subscription rights | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Renewal of the authorization to acquire own shares the Company shall be authorized to acquire own shares of up to 10% of its share capital, through the stock exchange at a price not differing more than 10% from the market price of the shares or by way of public repurchase offer at a price neither more than 10% above, nor more than 20% below, the market price of the shares, on or before 06 NOV 2010, the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized to offer the shares on the stock exchange or to all shareholders, to dispose of the shares in a manner other than the stock exchange or rights offering if the shares are sold at a price not materially below their market price, to use the shares in connection with mergers or the acquisition of tangible or intangible assets, to use the shares for satisfying option and conversion rights or within the scope of the Company’s stock option plan, and to ret ire the shares, furthermore, the Company shall also be authorized to use the shares for remuneration purposes | | Management | | For | | For |
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11. | | Authorization to acquire own shares by using derivatives in connection with item 10, the Company shall also be authorized to acquire own shares by using derivatives at a price neither more than 10% above, nor more than 20% below, the market price of the shares, the authorization shall be limited to up to 5% of the share capital | | Management | | For | | For |
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12. | | Appointment of the Auditors, audit of the financial statements for the 2009 FY: KPMG AG, Frankfurt, review of the interim financial statements for the first half of the 2009 FY: KPMG AG, Frankfurt | | Management | | For | | For |
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AAREAL BANK AG, WIESBADEN |
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Security | | D00379111 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 07-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | DE0005408116 | | Agenda | | 701869173 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | AS A CONDITION OF VOTING, GERMAN MARKET REGULATIONS REQUIRE THAT YOU DISCLOSE WHETHER YOU HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST IN THIS COMPANY. SHOULD EITHER BE THE CASE, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE SO THAT WE MAY LODGE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS ACCORDINGLY. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST, SUBMIT YOUR VOTE AS NORMAL. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THE TRUE RECORD DATE FOR THIS MEETING IS 16 APR 2009, WHEREAS THE MEETING HAS BEEN SETUP USING THE ACTUAL RECORD DATE - 1 BUSINESS DAY. THIS IS DONE TO ENSURE THAT ALL POSITIONS REPORTED ARE IN CONCURRENCE WITH THE GERMAN LAW. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Presentation of the financial statements and annual report for the 2008 FY with the report of the Supervisory Board, the group financial statements, the group annual report and the reports pursuant to Sections 289(4) and 315(4) of the German Commercial Code | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2. | | Resolution of the appropriation of the distributable profit of EUR 4,000,000 as follows: EUR 4,000,000 shall be allocated to the other revenue reserves | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Ratification of the acts of the Board of the Managing Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Ratification of the acts of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Appointment of the Auditors for the 2009 FY: PricewaterhouseCoopers AG, Frankfurt | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Renewal of the authorization to acquire own shares for trading purposes the Company shall be authorized to acquired own shares, at a price not deviating more than 10% from the market price of the shares, on or before 06 NOV 2010; the trading portfolio of shares acquired for such purpose shall not exceed 5% of the share capital at the end of any given day | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Renewal of the authorization to acquire own shares the Company shall be authorized to acquire own shares of up to 10% of its share capital, at prices not deviating more than 10% from the market price of the shares, on or before 06 NOV 2010; the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized to sell the shares on the Stock Exchange or to offer them to all shareholders, to dispose of the shares in a manner other than the Stock Exchange or an offer to all shareholders if the shares are sold at a price not materially below their market price, to use the shares in connection with mergers and acquisitions or for satisfying conversion or option rights, to offer the shares to holders of conversion or rights and to retire the shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Amendment to Section 9(5) of the Articles of Association, as follows: each member of the Supervisory Board shall receive a fixed annual remuneration of EUR 20,000, the Chairman shall receive twice, and the Deputy Chairman 1 and a half times, this amount; furthermore, each Committee Member [except members of the nomination committee and the urgency Committee] shall receive an additional fixed annual remuneration of EUR 10,000; Committee Chairmen EUR 20,000 | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Amendment to Section 18(1)3 of the Article of Association in respect of the increase of share capital against contributions requiring a majority of not less than three fourths of the share capital represented at the passing of the resolution | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Amendments to the Articles of Association in accordance with the Law on the implementation of the shareholder Rights Directive [ARUG], as follows: Section 15(1), in respect of the convocation of the shareholders meeting being published pursuant to the statutory regulations Section 15(2), in respect of shareholders being entitled to participate and vote at the shareholders meeting if they register with the Company by the sixth day prior to the meeting and provide evidence of their shareholding Section 15(3), in respect of the day of the shareholders meeting not being included in the calculation of the various deadlines for the shareholders meeting Section 16(2), in respect of proxy-voting instructions being issued/withdrawn in written form Section 19(2), in respect of the Board of Managing Directors being authorized to allow the audiovisual transmission of the shareholders meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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PPR SA, PARIS |
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Security | | F7440G127 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 07-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000121485 | | Agenda | | 701876875 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | “French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative” | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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o.1 | | Receive the reports of the Board of Directors, the Chairman of the Board of Director and the Auditors, approve the Company’s financial statements for the YE 2008, as presented | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Receive the reports of the Board of Directors and the Auditors; approve the consolidated financial statements for the said FY, in the form presented to the meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve the Company’s financial statements as presented, showing: net earnings of EUR 76,521,207.80 increased by the previous retained earning of EUR 1,624,687,687.06 i.e a distributable profit balance of EUR 1,701,208,894.96 and resolve to appropriate the distributable earnings as specified: to the legal reserve: EUR 0.00, to the dividends: EUR 417,632,744.10, to the retained earnings: EUR 1,283,576,150.76; receive a net dividend of EUR 3.30 per share and will entitle to the 40% deduction provided by the French General Tax Code, the dividend will be paid on 14 MAY 2009, the amount of the unpaid dividend on shares held by the Company shall be allocated to the retained earnings account as required by Law, it is reminded that, for the last 3 financial years, the dividends paid, were as specified: EUR 2.72, distributed in 2006 and entitled to the 40% deduction, EUR 3.00, distributed in 2007 and entitled to the 10% deduction EUR 3.45, distributed in 2008 and entitled to the 40% deduction | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Approve the award total annual fees of EUR 66,000.00 to the Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to trade in the Company’s shares on the stock market, subject to the conditions specified: maximum purchase price: EUR 125.00, maximum number of shares to be acquired: 10% of the share capital, i.e. 12,655,537 shares, maximum funds invested in the share buybacks: EUR 1,581,942,125.00, the number of shares acquired by the Company with a view to their retention or their subsequent delivery in payment or exchange as part of a merger, divestment or capital contribution cannot exceed 5% of its capital, to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; [Authority expires after 18 month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders meeting of 09 JAN 2008 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.6 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to reduce the share capital, on one or more occasions and at its sole discretion, by canceling all or part of the shares held by the Company in connection with Article L.225-2 of the French Commercial Code, up too a maximum of 10% of the share capital over a 24 month period and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; [Authority is given for a 26 month period]; it supercedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders’ meeting of 14 MAY 2007 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.7 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase on one or more occasions, in France or abroad, the share capital, by issuance with the shareholder’ preferred subscription rights maintained, of shares and, or any securities giving access to capital securities and, or securities giving right to the allocation of debt securities; the maximum nominal amount of capital increases to be carried out under this delegation of authority shall not exceed EUR 200,000.000.00 nominal amount of debt securities issued shall not exceed EUR 6,000,000,000.00 and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; [Authority is given for a 26 month period]; it supercedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders’ meeting of 14 MAY 2007 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.8 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase on one or more occasions, in France or abroad and, or upon the international market, by way of a public offer or by an offer governed by Article L.411-2 of the French monetary and financial market, the share capital, by issuance, with cancellation of the preferential subscription rights, of shares and, or any securities giving access to capital securities and, or securities giving right to the allocation of debt securities; the maximum nominal amount of capital increases to be carried our under this delegation of authority shall not exceed EUR 200,000,000.00 the nominal amount of Debt Securities issued shall not exceed 6,000,000,000.00; authorize the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; [Authority is given for a 26 month period]; it supercedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders’ meeting of 14 MAY 2007 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.9 | | Authorize the Board of Directors in order to increase the share capital, in one or more occasions and at its sole discretion, by way of capitalizing reserves, profits or issue premiums, by issuing bonus shares or raising the par value off existing shares, or by a combination of these methods; the amount of capital increase which may be carried accordingly with the present Resolution shall not exceed the overall amount of the sums which may be capitalized and shall not exceed the overall ceiling set fourth in Resolution 12; authorize the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; this delegation is given of a 26 month period; it supersedes the fraction unused of the delegation grated by the shareholders’ meeting of 14 MAY 2007 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.10 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to set for the issues carried out in accordance with Resolution 8, the issue price of the shares or securities giving access to the capital, accordingly with the terms and conditions determined by the shareholders’ meeting, within the limit of 10% of the Company’s share capital per year, in the framework of a share capital increase by way of issuing shares with cancellation of the preferential subscription rights; this authorization is give for a 26-month period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.11 | | Authorize the Board of Director, according with the delegation granted to it virtue the of resolution 7, 8 and 10, to increase the number of securities to be issued in the event of a capital increase with or without preferential subscription right of shareholders at the same price as the initial issue, within 30 days of the closing of the subscription period and within the limit governed by the Article L 225-135-1 and R 225-118 of the French Commercial Code and within the limit set forth the number of securities | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.12 | | Approve that, the overall nominal amount pertaining to the capital increase to be carried out with the use of the delegation given by the resolutions 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11 shall not exceed EUR 200,0000,000,00 the issues of debt securities to be carried out with the use of the delegation given by the resolution 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11 shall not exceed EUR 6,000,000,000,00 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.13 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital with cancellation of the shareholders preferential subscription rights up to 10 % of the share capital [this ceiling of resolution 12 of present shareholders, meeting in consideration for the contribution in kind granted to the Company and comprised of capital securities or securities giving access to share capital this authorizations granted for a 26 month period the shareholders’ meeting delegates all powers to the Board of Director to takes all necessary measure and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.14 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital, on one or more occasions, at its sole discretion, by way of issuing shares or other securities giving access to the capital, in favour of employees and former employees of the Company and related Companies or groups, who are Members of a Company savings plan; authorization is given for a nominal amount that shall not exceed EUR 5,062, 215.00; the total number of shares which may be subscribed accordingly with the present resolution shall not exceed 1,265,553 shares; authorize the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; this authorization is given for a 26-month period; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders’ meeting of 14 MAY 2007 | | Management | | For | | For |
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e.15 | | Amend Article 10 of the bylaws related to the spreading renewal of the Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.16 | | Appoint Mr. Pierre Bellon as the Director for a 2-year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.17 | | Appoint Mr. Allan Chapin as the Director for a 2-year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.18 | | Appoint Mr. Luca Cordero as the Director for a 3-years period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.19 | | Appoint Mr. Philippe Lagayette as the Director for a 3-years period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.20 | | Appoint Mr. Francois-Henripinault as the Director for 4-years period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.21 | | Appoint Mrs. Patricia Barbizet as the Director for 4-years period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.22 | | Appoint Mr. Baudouin Prot as the Director for 4-years period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.23 | | Appoint Mr. Jean-Philippe Thierrry as the Director for 4-years period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.24 | | Appoint Mr. Aditya Mittal as the Director for 4-years period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.25 | | Appoint Mr. Jean-Francois Palus as the Director for 4-years period | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.26 | | Grant authority to the bearer of an original, a copy or extract of the minutes of this meeting to carry out all filings, publications and so others formalities prescribed by Law | | Management | | For | | For |
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RECKITT BENCKISER GROUP PLC |
| | | |
Security | | G74079107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 07-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | GB00B24CGK77 | | Agenda | | 701878095 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Adopt the 2008 report and the financial statements | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the Directors’ remuneration report | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Declare a final dividend | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Re-elect Mr. Adrian Bellamy [Member of the remuneration committee] as a Director | | Management | | Abstain | | Against |
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5. | | Re-elect Dr. Peter Harf as a Director | | Management | | Abstain | | Against |
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6. | | Elect Mr. Andre Lacroix [Member of Audit Committee] as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Re-appoint PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as the Auditors of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Authorize the Board to determine the Auditors’ remuneration | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Grant authority to issue of equity or equity-linked securities with the pre-emptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of GBP 23,662,000 | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.10 | | Grant authority, subject to the passing of Resolution 9, to issue of equity or equity-linked securities without the pre-emptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of GBP 3,611,000 | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.10 | | Grant authority to market purchase 72,000,000 ordinary shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.12 | | Approve that a general meeting other than an AGM may be called on not less than 14 clear days’ notice | | Management | | For | | For |
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UNITED PARCEL SERVICE, INC. |
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Security | | 911312106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | UPS | | Meeting Date | | 07-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US9113121068 | | Agenda | | 933014007 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 F. DUANE ACKERMAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 MICHAEL J. BURNS | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 D. SCOTT DAVIS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 STUART E. EIZENSTAT | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 MICHAEL L. ESKEW | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 WILLIAM R. JOHNSON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 7 ANN M. LIVERMORE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 RUDY MARKHAM | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 JOHN W. THOMPSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 10 CAROL B. TOME | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS UPS’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVAL OF THE UNITED PARCEL SERVICE, INC. 2009 OMNIBUS INCENTIVE COMPENSATION PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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BEMIS COMPANY, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 081437105 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | BMS | | Meeting Date | | 07-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US0814371052 | | Agenda | | 933016950 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 WILLIAM J. BOLTON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 BARBARA L. JOHNSON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 PAUL S. PEERCY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 GENE C. WULF | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP, AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO ACT ON A PROPOSAL TO REAPPROVE THE BEMIS COMPANY, INC. 1997 EXECUTIVE OFFICER PERFORMANCE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | TO ACT ON A PROPOSAL TO AMEND THE BEMIS COMPANY, INC. 2007 STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | TO VOTE UPON A PROPOSAL SUBMITTED BY A SHAREHOLDER, IF PROPERLY PRESENTED AT THE MEETING. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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GOOGLE INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 38259P508 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | GOOG | | Meeting Date | | 07-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US38259P5089 | | Agenda | | 933017178 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 ERIC SCHMIDT | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 SERGEY BRIN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | | | | | |
| | 3 LARRY PAGE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 L. JOHN DOERR | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 5 JOHN L. HENNESSY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 ARTHUR D. LEVINSON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 7 ANN MATHER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 PAUL S. OTELLINI | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 K. RAM SHRIRAM | | | | For | | For |
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| | 10 SHIRLEY M. TILGHMAN | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS GOOGLE’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO GOOGLE’S 2004 STOCK PLAN TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF AUTHORIZED SHARES OF CLASS A COMMON STOCK ISSUABLE UNDER THE PLAN BY 8,500,000. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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04 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING POLITICAL CONTRIBUTION DISCLOSURE. | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING INTERNET CENSORSHIP. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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06 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING HEALTH CARE REFORM. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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HEXCEL CORPORATION |
| | | |
Security | | 428291108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | HXL | | Meeting Date | | 07-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US4282911084 | | Agenda | | 933021533 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 JOEL S. BECKMAN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 DAVID E. BERGES | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 LYNN BRUBAKER | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 JEFFREY C. CAMPBELL | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 SANDRA L. DERICKSON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 6 W. KIM FOSTER | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 7 JEFFREY A. GRAVES | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 8 DAVID C. HILL | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 DAVID C. HURLEY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 10 DAVID L. PUGH | | | | For | | For |
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2 | | APPROVAL OF THE AMENDED AND RESTATED HEXCEL CORPORATION 2003 INCENTIVE STOCK PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3 | | APPROVAL OF THE HEXCEL CORPORATION 2009 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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TRACTOR SUPPLY COMPANY |
| | | |
Security | | 892356106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | TSCO | | Meeting Date | | 07-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US8923561067 | | Agenda | | 933023359 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 JAMES F. WRIGHT | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 JOHNSTON C. ADAMS | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 WILLIAM BASS | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 JACK C. BINGLEMAN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 5 S.P. BRAUD | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 6 RICHARD W. FROST | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 7 CYNTHIA T. JAMISON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 8 GERARD E. JONES | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 9 GEORGE MACKENZIE | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 10 EDNA K. MORRIS | | | | For | | For |
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| | | | |
2 | | TO APPROVE THE 2009 STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 26, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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SBA COMMUNICATIONS CORPORATION |
| | | |
Security | | 78388J106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | SBAC | | Meeting Date | | 07-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US78388J1060 | | Agenda | | 933024046 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 BRIAN C. CARR 2012 | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE 2009 FISCAL YEAR. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | IN THEIR DISCRETION, TO TRANSACT SUCH OTHER BUSINESS AS MAY PROPERLY COME BEFORE THE MEETING AND ANY ADJOURNMENT OR POSTPONEMENT. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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HEARTLAND EXPRESS, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 422347104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | HTLD | | Meeting Date | | 07-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US4223471040 | | Agenda | | 933035342 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 R. GERDIN | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 2 M. GERDIN | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 3 R. JACOBSON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 B. ALLEN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 5 L. CROUSE | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 6 J. PRATT | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS THE REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM OF THE CORPORATION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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MYLAN INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 628530107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | MYL | | Meeting Date | | 07-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US6285301072 | | Agenda | | 933035354 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 MILAN PUSKAR | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 ROBERT J. COURY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 WENDY CAMERON | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 4 NEIL DIMICK, C.P.A. | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 5 DOUG LEECH, C.P.A. | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 6 JOSEPH C. MAROON, MD | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 7 RODNEY L. PIATT, C.P.A. | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 8 C.B. TODD | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 9 R.L. VANDERVEEN PHD RPH | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE COMPANY’S ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION TO INCREASE AUTHORIZED SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE COMPANY’S 2003 LONG-TERM INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE COMPANY’S BYLAWS REGARDING VOTING IN UNCONTESTED DIRECTOR ELECTIONS. | | Management | | For | | |
| | | | |
05 | | RATIFY APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. | | Management | | For | | For |
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WEATHERFORD INTERNATIONAL LTD |
| | | |
Security | | H27013103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | WFT | | Meeting Date | | 07-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | CH0038838394 | | Agenda | | 933056182 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: BERNARD J. DUROC-DANNER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID J. BUTTERS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: NICHOLAS F. BRADY | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WILLIAM E. MACAULAY | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT B. MILLARD | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT K. MOSES, JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT A. RAYNE | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009 AND RATIFICATION OF THE ELECTION OF ERNST & YOUNG AG, ZURICH AS STATUTORY AUDITOR FOR YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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EQUIFAX INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 294429105 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | EFX | | Meeting Date | | 08-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US2944291051 | | Agenda | | 933022977 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 MARK L. FEIDLER | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 2 JOHN A. MCKINLEY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 RICHARD F. SMITH | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFY THE SELECTION OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS EQUIFAX’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | AMEND THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION AND BYLAWS TO DECLASSIFY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | AMEND THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION TO PROVIDE FOR MAJORITY VOTING IN UNCONTESTED DIRECTOR ELECTIONS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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MARINER ENERGY, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 56845T305 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | ME | | Meeting Date | | 11-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US56845T3059 | | Agenda | | 933040052 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 BERNARD ARONSON | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 2 H. CLAYTON PETERSON | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF SELECTION OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS INDEPENDENT AUDITORS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | APPROVAL OF THE MARINER ENERGY, INC. THIRD AMENDED AND RESTATED STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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BAYER AG, LEVERKUSEN |
| | | |
Security | | D07112119 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 12-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | DE0005752000 | | Agenda | | 701832998 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | AS A CONDITION OF VOTING, GERMAN MARKET REGULATIONS REQUIRE THAT YOU DISCLOSE-WHETHER YOU HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST IN THIS COMPANY. SHOULD EITHER BE THE CASE, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE SO THAT WE-MAY LODGE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS ACCORDINGLY. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST, SUBMIT YOUR VOTE AS NORMAL. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THE TRUE RECORD DATE FOR THIS MEETING IS 21 APR 2009, WHEREAS THE MEETING HAS BEEN SETUP USING THE ACTUAL RECORD DATE 1 BUSINESS DAY. THIS IS DONE TO ENSURE THAT ALL POSITIONS REPORTED ARE IN CONCURRENCE WITH THE GERMAN LAW. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Presentation of the financial statements and annual report for the 2008 FY with the report of the Supervisory Board, the group financial statements and group annual report as well as the report by the Board of Managing Directors and the proposal for the appropriation of the distributable profit resolution on the appropriation of the distributable profit of EUR 1,070,080,515 as follows: payment of a dividend of EUR 1.40 per no-par share the remaining amount shall be carried forward, ex-dividend and payable date: 13 MAY 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Ratification of the acts of the Board of Managing Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Ratification of the acts of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Authorization to acquire own shares the Company shall be authorized to acquire own shares of up to 10% of the Company’s share capital through the Stock Exchange or by way of a public repurchase offer to all shareholders, at prices not deviating more than 10% from the market price of the shares, on or before 11 NOV 2010; the shares may be acquired by the Company’s subsidiaries or by third parties on the Company’s own account; the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized to dispose of the shares in a manner other than through the Stock Exchange or by way of a public offer to all shareholders, at a price not materially below the market price of the shares, for up to 10% of the Company’s share capital; the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized, with the consent of the Supervisory Board, to use the shares in connection with mergers and acquisitions, as Employee shares for Employees and executives of the Company and its affiliates, and to retire the shares, in these cases shareholders subscription rights shall be excluded | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Resolution on the conversion of bearer shares into registered shares, the corresponding amendments to the Articles of Association and the adjustment of resolutions adopted by the shareholders meeting in 2008; the shares of the Bayer AG shall be converted from bearer into registered shares; therefore, Section 4(1), (2), (3), (5) and (6) and Section 15(1) and (2) of the Articles of Association and the Resolutions under item 5A, 6A and 6B adopted by the shareholders meetings in 2008 shall be amended in respect of bearer shares being replaced by registered shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Approval of the transmission of data by electronic means pursuant to Section 30(3) of the Securities Trade Act and the corresponding amendment to Section 3 of the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Appointment of auditors for the 2009 FY and the interim report: PricewaterhouseCoopers AG, Essen | | Management | | For | | For |
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FOREST OIL CORPORATION |
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Security | | 346091705 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | FST | | Meeting Date | | 12-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US3460917053 | | Agenda | | 933021761 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 DOD A. FRASER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 JAMES D. LIGHTNER | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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2 | | APPROVAL OF AN ADDITIONAL 500,000 SHARES FOR ISSUANCE UNDER THE FOREST OIL CORPORATION 1999 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN AND CERTAIN ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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3 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS FOREST’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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3M COMPANY |
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Security | | 88579Y101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | MMM | | Meeting Date | | 12-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US88579Y1010 | | Agenda | | 933025985 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LINDA G. ALVARADO | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GEORGE W. BUCKLEY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: VANCE D. COFFMAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MICHAEL L. ESKEW | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: W. JAMES FARRELL | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: HERBERT L. HENKEL | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: EDWARD M. LIDDY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT S. MORRISON | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: AULANA L. PETERS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT J. ULRICH | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS 3M’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL ON SPECIAL MEETINGS. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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04 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL ON THE VESTING OF STOCK OPTIONS AND AWARDS. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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ORASURE TECHNOLOGIES, INC. |
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Security | | 68554V108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | OSUR | | Meeting Date | | 12-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US68554V1089 | | Agenda | | 933027535 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 MICHAEL CELANO | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 DOUGLAS A. MICHELS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 CHARLES W. PATRICK | | | | For | | For |
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2 | | RATIFICATION OF APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP | | Management | | For | | For |
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3 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL TO MODIFY MANAGEMENT INCENTIVE PLAN | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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MILLIPORE CORPORATION |
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Security | | 601073109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | MIL | | Meeting Date | | 12-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US6010731098 | | Agenda | | 933029919 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 ROLF A. CLASSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 MARK HOFFMAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 JOHN F. RENO | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 KAREN E. WELKE | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS MILLIPORE’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE YEAR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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CALFRAC WELL SERVICES LTD. |
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Security | | 129584108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | CFWFF | | Meeting Date | | 12-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | CA1295841086 | | Agenda | | 933038944 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 FERNANDO AGUILAR | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 JAMES S. BLAIR | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 GREGORY S. FLETCHER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 MARTIN A. LAMBERT | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 RONALD P. MATHISON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 DOUGLAS R. RAMSAY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 R. T. (TIM) SWINTON | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO APPOINT PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS AUDITORS AT A REMUNERATION TO BE FIXED BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. DIRECTORS AND MANAGEMENT RECOMMEND SHAREHOLDERS VOTE FOR THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP. | | Management | | For | | For |
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DENTSPLY INTERNATIONAL INC. |
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Security | | 249030107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | XRAY | | Meeting Date | | 12-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US2490301072 | | Agenda | | 933041129 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 WENDY L DIXON, PHD | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 LESLIE A. JONES | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 BRET W. WISE | | | | For | | For |
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2 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP, INDEPENDENT ACCOUNTANTS, TO AUDIT THE BOOKS AND ACCOUNTS OF THE COMPANY FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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COMCAST CORPORATION |
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Security | | 20030N101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | CMCSA | | Meeting Date | | 13-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US20030N1019 | | Agenda | | 933019552 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 S. DECKER ANSTROM | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 2 KENNETH J. BACON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 SHELDON M. BONOVITZ | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 EDWARD D. BREEN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 JULIAN A. BRODSKY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 JOSEPH J. COLLINS | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 7 J. MICHAEL COOK | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 GERALD L. HASSELL | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 JEFFREY A. HONICKMAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 10 BRIAN L. ROBERTS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 11 RALPH J. ROBERTS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 12 DR. JUDITH RODIN | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 13 MICHAEL I. SOVERN | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF INDEPENDENT AUDITORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVAL OF OUR 2002 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN, AS AMENDED AND RESTATED | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | APPROVAL OF OUR 2002 RESTRICTED STOCK PLAN, AS AMENDED AND RESTATED | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | APPROVAL OF OUR 2003 STOCK OPTION PLAN, AS AMENDED AND RESTATED | | Management | | For | | For |
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06 | | IDENTIFY ALL EXECUTIVE OFFICERS WHO EARN IN EXCESS OF $500,000 | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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07 | | OBTAIN SHAREHOLDER APPROVAL OF CERTAIN FUTURE DEATH BENEFIT ARRANGEMENTS | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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08 | | ADOPT AN ANNUAL VOTE ON EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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09 | | ADOPT A RECAPITALIZATION PLAN | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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ECLIPSYS CORP |
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Security | | 278856109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ECLP | | Meeting Date | | 13-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US2788561098 | | Agenda | | 933029907 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 JOHN T. CASEY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 JAY B. PIEPER | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE SELECTION OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE CURRENT FISCAL YEAR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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UNILEVER PLC |
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Security | | 904767704 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | UL | | Meeting Date | | 13-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US9047677045 | | Agenda | | 933030417 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
A1 | | TO RECEIVE AND CONSIDER THE ACCOUNTS AND BALANCE SHEET FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2008, TOGETHER WITH THE DIRECTORS’ REPORT AND THE AUDITORS’ REPORT. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A2 | | TO CONSIDER AND, IF THOUGHT FIT, APPROVE THE DIRECTORS’ REMUNERATION REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2008 INCLUDED WITHIN THE ANNUAL REPORT AND ACCOUNTS 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A3 | | TO DECLARE A DIVIDEND ON THE ORDINARY SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A4 | | TO RE-ELECT MR J A LAWRENCE AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A5 | | TO RE-ELECT MR P G J M POLMAN AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A6 | | TO RE-ELECT THE RT HON THE LORD BRITTAN OF SPENNITHORNE QC, DL AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A7 | | TO RE-ELECT PROFESSOR W DIK AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A8 | | TO RE-ELECT MR C E GOLDEN AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A9 | | TO RE-ELECT DR B E GROTE AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A10 | | TO RE-ELECT MR N MURTHY AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A11 | | TO RE-ELECT MS H NYASULU AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A12 | | TO RE-ELECT MR K J STORM AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A13 | | TO RE-ELECT MR M TRESCHOW AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A14 | | TO RE-ELECT MR J VAN DER VEER AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A15 | | TO ELECT PROFESSOR L O FRESCO AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A16 | | TO ELECT MS A M FUDGE AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A17 | | TO ELECT MR P WALSH AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A18 | | TO RE-APPOINT PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS AUDITORS OF THE COMPANY, TO HOLD OFFICE UNTIL THE CONCLUSION OF THE NEXT GENERAL MEETING AT WHICH ACCOUNTS ARE LAID BEFORE THE MEMBERS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A19 | | TO AUTHORISE THE DIRECTORS TO FIX THE REMUNERATION OF THE AUDITORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A20 | | TO CONSIDER AND, IF THOUGHT FIT, TO PASS AN ORDINARY RESOLUTION, AS SET FORTH ON THE COMPANY NOTICE. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A21 | | TO CONSIDER AND, IF THOUGHT FIT, TO PASS A SPECIAL RESOLUTION, AS SET FORTH ON THE COMPANY NOTICE. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A22 | | TO CONSIDER AND, IF THOUGHT FIT, TO PASS A SPECIAL RESOLUTION, AS SET FORTH ON THE COMPANY NOTICE. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A23 | | TO CONSIDER AND, IF THOUGHT FIT, TO PASS AN ORDINARY RESOLUTION, AS SET FORTH ON THE COMPANY NOTICE. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A24 | | TO CONSIDER AND, IF THOUGHT FIT, TO PASS A SPECIAL RESOLUTION, AS SET FORTH ON THE COMPANY NOTICE. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A25 | | TO CONSIDER AND, IF THOUGHT FIT, TO PASS AN ORDINARY RESOLUTION, AS SET FORTH ON THE COMPANY NOTICE. | | Management | | For | | For |
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026 | | TO CONSIDER AND, IF THOUGHT FIT, TO PASS AN ORDINARY RESOLUTION, AS SET FORTH ON THE COMPANY NOTICE. | | Management | | For | | For |
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TRICAN WELL SERVICE LTD. |
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Security | | 895945103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | TOLWF | | Meeting Date | | 13-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | CA8959451037 | | Agenda | | 933039504 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | TO SET THE NUMBER OF DIRECTORS OF THE COMPANY AT EIGHT (8). | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 KENNETH M. BAGAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 DONALD R. LUFT | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 GARY R. BUGEAUD | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 DOUGLAS F. ROBINSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 MURRAY L. COBBE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 KEVIN L. NUGENT | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 G. ALLEN BROOKS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 GARY L. WARREN | | | | For | | For |
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03 | | THE APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP, CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS, AS AUDITORS OF THE COMPANY FOR THE ENSUING YEAR AND THE AUTHORIZATION OF THE DIRECTORS TO FIX THEIR REMUNERATION AS SUCH. | | Management | | For | | For |
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EXELIXIS, INC. |
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Security | | 30161Q104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | EXEL | | Meeting Date | | 13-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US30161Q1040 | | Agenda | | 933047311 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 CHARLES COHEN, PHD. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 GEORGE POSTE, DVM, PHD. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 JACK L. WYSZOMIERSKI | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE SELECTION OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS EXELIXIS’ INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JANUARY 1, 2010. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE EXELIXIS, INC. 2000 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF SHARES OF COMMON STOCK RESERVED FOR ISSUANCE UNDER THE 2000 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN BY 5,000,000 SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | TO APPROVE THE AMENDMENT AND RESTATEMENT OF THE EXELIXIS, INC. 2000 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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05 | | TO APPROVE A PROPOSED EXCHANGE OF CERTAIN OUTSTANDING STOCK OPTIONS FOR A REDUCED NUMBER OF REPLACEMENT STOCK OPTIONS TO BE GRANTED UNDER THE 2000 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN WITH AN EXERCISE PRICE EQUAL TO THE FAIR MARKET VALUE OF EXELIXIS COMMON STOCK AT THE TIME OF THE EXCHANGE. | | Management | | For | | For |
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FREIGHTCAR AMERICA INC |
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Security | | 357023100 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | RAIL | | Meeting Date | | 13-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US3570231007 | | Agenda | | 933047599 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 JAMES D. CIRAR | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 S. CARL SODERSTROM, JR. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 ROBERT N. TIDBALL | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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CADBURY PLC |
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Security | | G1843B107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 14-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | GB00B2PF6M70 | | Agenda | | 701877423 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Receive the 2008 financial statements and the Directors’ and Auditors’ reports | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Declare and approve the final dividend | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approve the Directors’ remuneration Report | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Re-elect Mr. Roger Carr as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Re-elect Mr. Todd Stitzer as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Elect Mr. Baroness Hogg as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Elect Mr. Colin Day as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Elect Mr. Andrew Bonfield as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Re-appoint Deloitte LLP as the Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Authorize the Directors to set the Auditors’ fees | | Management | | For | | For |
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11. | | Authorize the Directors to make political donations and to incur political expenditure | | Management | | For | | For |
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12. | | Authorize the Directors to allot further shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.13 | | Approve to disapply pre-emption rights | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.14 | | Authorize the Company to purchase its own shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.15 | | Grant authority for the convening of general meetings at 14 days’ notice | | Management | | For | | For |
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LVMH MOET HENNESSY LOUIS VUITTON, PARIS |
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Security | | F58485115 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 14-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000121014 | | Agenda | | 701888767 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve the financial statements and statutory reports | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Approve to accept the consolidated financial statements and statutory reports | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve the Auditors’ special report regarding related-party transactions | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.4 | | Approve the allocation of income and dividends of EUR 1.60 per share | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Re-elect Mr. Antoine Arnault as a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.6 | | Re-elect Mr. Antoine Bernheim as a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.7 | | Re-elect Mr. Albert Frere as a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.8 | | Re-elect Mr. Pierre Gode as a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.9 | | Re-elect Mr. Lord Powell of Bayswater as a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.10 | | Elect Mr. Yves-Thilbaut De Silguy as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.11 | | Grant authority to repurchase of up to 10% of issued share capital | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.12 | | Approve the reduction in share capital via cancellation of repurchased shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.13 | | Grant authority the issuance of equity or equity-linked securities with preemptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 50 million | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.14 | | Grant authority the issuance of equity or equity-linked securities without preemptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 50 million, with the possibility not to offer them to the public for an amount representing 20% per year | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.15 | | Approve the frame of the issuances to be decided by virtue of Resolutions 13 and 14, to increase the number of securities to be issued set forth in the issuance, in the event of an excess demand, may be increased within the limit of the ceiling set forth in the said resolutions | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.16 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to issue shares or any securities giving access to the Company’s share capital, or giving right, in the case where the equity issued is a share, to the debt securities, in consideration for securities tendered in a public exchange offer concerning the shares of another Company; [Authority expires for a 26-month period]; the maximal nominal amount of capital increases to be carried out under this delegation of authority shall not exceed EUR 50,000,000.00; the nominal amount of all capital increase carried out, or to be carried out under the delegations of the Resolutions 13, 14 and, or 17 shall count against the overall value set forth in the present delegation; to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; this authorization supersedes the 1 granted by the combined shareholders’ meeting of 10 MAY 2007 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.17 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase, on 1 and more occasions, the share capital, up to 10% of the share capital, by way of issuing shares or securities giving access to the capital or giving right, in the case where the first equity issued is a share, to a debt security, in consideration for the contributions in kind granted to the Company and comprised of capital securities or securities giving access to share capital; [Authority expires for a 26-month]; to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; this authorization supersedes the 1 granted by the shareholders’ meeting 10 MAY 2007 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.18 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to grant, in 1 or more transactions, in favor of employees or executives of the Company and related Companies, options giving the right either to subscribe for new shares in the Company to be issued through a share capital increase, or to purchase existing shares purchased by the Company, it being provided that the options shall not give rights to a total numbers of shares, which shall exceed 3% of the share capital; [Authority expires for a 38-month period]; to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; this authorization supersedes the 1 granted by the shareholders’ meeting of 11 MAY 2006 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.19 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the capital on 1 or more occasions, in France or abroad, by a maximum nominal amount which shall not exceed 3% of the share capital, in favor of employees of the Company and related Companies, who are members of the Company Savings Plan; [Authority expires for a 26-month period]; to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; the shareholders’ meeting decided to cancel the shareholders’ preferential subscription rights in favor of the said employees; this authorization supersedes the 1 granted by the combined shareholders’ meeting of 15 MAY 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.20 | | Amend item 2 of Articles 11 “Board of Directors” and 23 “General Meetings” of the By-Laws in order to take into account the new Clauses in accordance with the Law 2008-776 of 04 AUG 2008, know as the French Act of Economy Modernization | | Management | | For | | For |
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THE CHARLES SCHWAB CORPORATION |
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Security | | 808513105 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | SCHW | | Meeting Date | | 14-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US8085131055 | | Agenda | | 933022636 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: NANCY H. BECHTLE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WALTER W. BETTINGER II | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: C. PRESTON BUTCHER | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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03 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING DEATH BENEFITS | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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04 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING CORPORATE EXECUTIVE BONUS PLAN | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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GEN-PROBE INCORPORATED |
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Security | | 36866T103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | GPRO | | Meeting Date | | 14-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US36866T1034 | | Agenda | | 933031243 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN W. BROWN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN C. MARTIN PH.D. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: HENRY L. NORDHOFF | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE 2003 INCENTIVE AWARD PLAN OF GEN-PROBE INCORPORATED TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF SHARES OF COMMON STOCK AUTHORIZED FOR ISSUANCE THEREUNDER BY 2,500,000 SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO RATIFY THE SELECTION OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE INDEPENDENT AUDITORS OF GEN-PROBE INCORPORATED FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | TO APPROVE, THROUGH A NON-BINDING ADVISORY VOTE, THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ PROPOSED APPOINTMENT OF CARL W. HULL TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF GEN-PROBE INCORPORATED, EFFECTIVE MAY 18, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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CORRECTIONS CORPORATION OF AMERICA |
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Security | | 22025Y407 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | CXW | | Meeting Date | | 14-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US22025Y4070 | | Agenda | | 933033677 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 WILLIAM F. ANDREWS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 JOHN D. FERGUSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 DONNA M. ALVARADO | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 LUCIUS E. BURCH, III | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 JOHN D. CORRENTI | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 DENNIS W. DECONCINI | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 JOHN R. HORNE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 C. MICHAEL JACOBI | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 THURGOOD MARSHALL, JR. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 10 CHARLES L. OVERBY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 11 JOHN R. PRANN, JR. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 12 JOSEPH V. RUSSELL | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 13 HENRI L. WEDELL | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT BY OUR AUDIT COMMITTEE OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | ADOPTION OF A STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL FOR THE COMPANY TO PROVIDE A SEMI-ANNUAL REPORT TO STOCKHOLDERS DISCLOSING CERTAIN INFORMATION WITH RESPECT TO THE COMPANY’S POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS AND EXPENDITURES. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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KENDLE INTERNATIONAL INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 48880L107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | KNDL | | Meeting Date | | 14-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US48880L1070 | | Agenda | | 933051144 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 CANDACE KENDLE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 CHRISTOPHER C. BERGEN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 ROBERT R. BUCK | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 G. STEVEN GEIS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 DONALD C. HARRISON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 TIMOTHY E. JOHNSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 TIMOTHY M. MOONEY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 FREDERICK A. RUSS | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS THE COMPANY’S REGISTERED INDEPENDENT PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO AMEND THE COMPANY’S CODE OF REGULATIONS TO AUTHORIZE THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO AMEND THE CODE OF REGULATIONS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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DRIL-QUIP, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 262037104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | DRQ | | Meeting Date | | 14-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US2620371045 | | Agenda | | 933055976 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 LARRY E. REIMERT | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 2 GARY D. SMITH | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 L.H. DICK ROBERTSON | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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02 | | APPROVAL OF THE APPOINTMENT OF BDO SEIDMAN LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | RE-APPROVAL OF PERFORMANCE CRITERIA FOR AWARDS UNDER THE 2004 INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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QUEST DIAGNOSTICS INCORPORATED |
| | | |
Security | | 74834L100 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | DGX | | Meeting Date | | 14-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US74834L1008 | | Agenda | | 933066676 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JENNE K. BRITELL, PH.D. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GAIL R. WILENSKY, PH.D. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN B. ZIEGLER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | TO APPROVE AMENDMENTS TO THE EMPLOYEE LONG-TERM INCENTIVE PLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | TO APPROVE AMENDMENTS TO THE LONG-TERM INCENTIVE PLAN FOR NON-EMPLOYEE DIRECTORS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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COMMERZBANK AG, FRANKFURT A/MAIN |
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Security | | D15642107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 15-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | DE0008032004 | | Agenda | | 701882727 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | AS A CONDITION OF VOTING, GERMAN MARKET REGULATIONS REQUIRE THAT YOU DISCLOSE WHETHER YOU HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST IN THIS COMPANY. SHOULD EITHER BE THE CASE, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE SO THAT WE MAY LODGE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS ACCORDINGLY. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST, SUBMIT YOUR VOTE AS NORMAL. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THE TRUE RECORD DATE FOR THIS MEETING IS 24 APR 2009, WHEREAS THE MEETING HAS BEEN SETUP USING THE ACTUAL RECORD DATE 1 BUSINESS DAY. THIS IS DONE TO ENSURE THAT ALL POSITIONS REPORTED ARE IN CONCURRENCE WITH THE GERMAN LAW. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Presentation of the established financial statements and management report (including the explanatory report on information pursuant to Article 289 (4) of the German Commercial Code) of Commerzbank Aktiengesellschaft for the FY 2008, together with the presentation of the approved consolidated financial statements and Management report (including the explanatory report on information pursuant to Article 315 (4) of the German Commercial Code) of the Commerzbank Group for the FY 2008, the report of the Supervisory Board and the corporate governance and remuneration report for the FY 2008 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2. | | Approve the actions of the Members of the Board of Managing Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approve of the actions of the Members of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Resolution on the appointment of the Auditor, the Group Auditor and the Auditor tasked with reviewing the interim financial statements for FY 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Resolution on the appointment of the Auditor to review the interim financial statements for the first quarter of FY 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.1. | | Resolution on the election of Members of the Supervisory Board: Dr. Helmut Perlet | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.2. | | Resolution on the election of Members of the Supervisory Board: Dr. Nikolaus Von Bomhard | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.3. | | Resolution on the election of Members of the Supervisory Board: Dr. Edgar Meister | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Resolution on the authorization for Commerzbank Aktiengesellschaft to purchase its own shares for the purpose of securities trading, pursuant to Article 71 (1) no. 7 AKTG | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
8. | | Resolution on the authorization for the Board of Managing Directors to increase the Banks share capital [Authorized Capital 2009/I] and amendment of the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Resolution on the authorization for the Board of Managing Directors to increase the Banks share capital [Authorized Capital 2009/I] with the possibility of excluding subscription rights pursuant to Article 186 (3) 4 AKTG if contributions in kind are made and amendment of the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
10. | | Resolution on a capital increase of EUR 767, 879,405.80 against cash without subscription rights for shareholders pursuant to Article 7 of the FMStBG (Acceleration Act) | | Management | | For | | For |
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11. | | Resolution on a capital increase of up to EUR 806,273,358.80 against cash with subscription rights for shareholders pursuant to Art. 7 of the FMStBG | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
12. | | Resolution on the granting of exchange rights in favour of the Financial Market Stabilization Fund and the conditional raising of the share capital pursuant to Article 7A of the FMStBG [Conditional Capital 2009] | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
13. | | Resolution on the authorization for the Board of Managing Directors to increase the Banks share capital against contributions in kind in favour of the Financial Market Stabilization Fund | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
14. | | Resolution on an amendment the Articles 12 of the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
15. | | Resolution on an amendment to the Articles of Association concerning the simplification of the granting of proxy statements | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
16. | | Resolution on an amendment to the Articles of Association to reflect a planned amendment to the AktG | | Management | | For | | For |
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17. | | AGENDA ITEM AT THE REQUEST OF SHAREHOLDERS: Withdrawal of confidence from the Chairman of the Board of Managing Directors, Mr. Martin Blessing, in accordance with Article 84 (3) 2 AktG | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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18. | | AGENDA ITEM AT THE REQUEST OF SHAREHOLDERS: Amendment to Articles 15 of the Articles of Association Supervisory Board remuneration | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
| | | | |
19. | | AGENDA ITEM AT THE REQUEST OF SHAREHOLDERS: Appointment of the Special Auditors pursuant to Articles 142 (1) AktG to examine the actions of management, in particular capital-raising measures with subscription rights excluded, in acquiring the 100% stake in Dresdner Bank Aktiengesellschaft from Allianz SE | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THE MEETING WILL BE CONTINUED ON SATURDAY 16 MAY 2009 FROM 10-AM ONWARDS IF THIS SHOULD BECOME NECESSARY. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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TOTAL SA, COURBEVOIE |
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Security | | F92124100 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 15-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000120271 | | Agenda | | 701919194 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN AMENDMENT TO MEETING ID 519433 DUE TO ADDITION OF RESOLUTIONS. ALL VOTES RECEIVED ON THE PREVIOUS MEETING WILL BE DISREGARDED AND YOU WILL NEED TO REINSTRUCT ON THIS MEETING NOTICE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve the financial statements and statutory reports | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.2 | | Approve the consolidated financial statements and statutory reports | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve the allocation of income and dividends of EUR 2.28 per share | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Approve the Special Auditors’ report presenting ongoing related party transactions | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Approve transaction with Mr. Thierry Desmarest | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.6 | | Approve transaction with Mr. Christophe De Margerie | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.7 | | Authorize to repurchase of up to 10% of issued share capital | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.8 | | Re-elect Ms. Anne Lauvergeon as a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.9 | | Re-elect Mr. Daniel Bouton as a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.10 | | Re-elect Mr. Bertrand Collomb as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.11 | | Re-elect Mr. Christophe De Margerie as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.12 | | Re-elect Mr. Michel Pebereau as a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.13 | | Elect Mr. Patrick Artus as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.14 | | Amend the Article 12 of the Bylaws regarding age limit for the Chairman | | Management | | For | | For |
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A. | | Approve the statutory modification to advertise individual allocations of stock options and free shares as provided by law | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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B. | | Approve the statutory modification relating to a new procedure for appointing the employee shareholder in order to enhance its representativeness and independence | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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C. | | Grant authority to freely allocate the Company’s shares to all the employees of the group | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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NETLOGIC MICROSYSTEMS, INC. |
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Security | | 64118B100 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | NETL | | Meeting Date | | 15-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US64118B1008 | | Agenda | | 933043159 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 STEVEN DOMENIK | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 DOUGLAS BROYLES | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | THE RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS THE INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR NETLOGIC MICROSYSTEMS, INC. FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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OLD DOMINION FREIGHT LINE, INC. |
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Security | | 679580100 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | ODFL | | Meeting Date | | 18-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US6795801009 | | Agenda | | 933051764 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 EARL E. CONGDON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 DAVID S. CONGDON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 JOHN R. CONGDON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 J. PAUL BREITBACH | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 JOHN R. CONGDON, JR. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 ROBERT G. CULP, III | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 JOHN D. KASARDA | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 LEO H. SUGGS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 D. MICHAEL WRAY | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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SOCIETE GENERALE, PARIS |
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Security | | F43638141 | | Meeting Type | | Ordinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 19-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | FR0000130809 | | Agenda | | 701848852 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A MIX MEETING. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve the Company’s financial statements for the YE 31 DEC 2008, as presented, showing losses of EUR 2,963,598,323.26 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Approve to record the loss for the year as a deficit in retained earnings, following this appropriation, the retained earnings account of EUR 6,363,246,855.22 will show a new balance of EUR 3,399,648,531.96, global dividends deducted from the retained earnings account: EUR 696,872,692. 80 the shareholders will receive a net dividend of EUR 1.20 per share of a par value of EUR 1.25, and will entitle to the 40% deduction provided by the French Tax Code, this dividend will be paid on 09 JUN 2009, as required by Law, it is reminded that, for the last 3 FY, the dividends paid, were as: EUR 4.50 for FY 2005 EUR 5.20 for FY 2006 EUR 0.90 for FY 2007 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve the dividend payment will to be carried out in new shares as per the conditions: reinvestment period will be effective from 27 MAY 2009 to 10 JUN 2009, after the shareholders will receive the dividend payment in cash, the new shares will be created with dividend rights as of 01 JAN 2009, and authorize the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Approve the consolidated financial Statements and statutory reports of the Board of Directors and the Auditors for 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Receive the Special Auditors’ report on agreements governed by the Article L.225-38 of the French Code | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.6 | | Receive the Special Auditors’ report on retirement commitments in favor of Mr. Daniel Bouton, Mr. Phileppe Citerene and Mr. Didier LIX by the Article L.225-42-1 of the French Code | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.7 | | Receive the Special Auditors’ report on retirement commitments in favour of Mr. Severin Cabannes and Mr. Frederic Oudea by the Article L.225-42-1 of the French Code | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.8 | | Receive the Special Auditors’ report on retirement indemnity commitments in favor of Mr. Frederic Oudea by the Article L.225-42-1 of the French Code | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.9 | | Renew the appointment of Mr. Jean Azema as a Director for a 4 year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.10 | | Renew the appointment of Mrs. Elisabeth Lulin as a Director for a 4 year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.11 | | Ratify the Co-optation of Mr. Robert Castaigne as a Director, to replace Mr. Elie Cohen, resigning, for the remaining time of Mr. Elie Cohen’s term of office, until the shareholders’ meeting called in 2010 and to approve the financial statements for the FY | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.12 | | Appoint Mr. Jean-Bernard Levy as a director for a 4-year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.13 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to trade by all means, in the Company’s shares on the stock market, subject to the conditions: maximum purchase price: EUR 105.00, maximum number of shares to be acquired: 58,072,724, i.e.10% of the share capital, maximum funds invested in the share buybacks: EUR 6,097,636,020.00; [Authority expires after18-month period], this authorization supersedes the unspent remaining period of the authorization granted by the shareholders’ meeting of 27 MAY 27 2008 in its Resolution 9, the shareholders’ meeting delegates all powers to the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.14 | | Approve to add Article 20 granting powers to the Bylaws | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.15 | | Authorize the Board of Directors, under approval of resolution 16, to increase the share capital up to a maximum nominal amount of EUR 241,900,000,00, that is 33.3% of the share capital, by issuance of preference shares without voting right and preferred subscribed rights for any cash capital increase; [Authority expires after 14 month period] | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.16 | | Approve to introduce preference shares within the bylaws subject to approval of Resolution 16, consequently, a new class of shares known as B shares will be created composed with preference shares without voting right and preferential subscription right for any cash capital increase; the share capital will be divided into 2 Classes of shares A shares, corresponding to all ordinary shares, and B shares accordingly, and authorize the Board of Directors to amend the Articles of the Bylaws | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.17 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital, on one or more occasions, and its sole discretion, by issuing shares or securities giving access to the share capital in favor of employees of the Company and its subsidiaries who are Members of a Company savings plan; [Authority expires after 14 month period]; and for a nominal amount that shall not exceed 1.75% of the share capital, the Global amount of capital increase carried out under this present Resolution shall count against the ones specified in 10 and 11 Resolutions of the combined shareholders’ meeting held on 27 MAY 2008, and approve to cancel the shareholders preferential subscription rights in favor of Members of the said savings plan, this authorization supersedes unspent remaining period of the authorization granted by shareholders’ meeting of 27 MAY 2008, in its Resolution 14, expect what concerns the completion of the share capital increases reserved for Members of a Company savings plan which has been set by the Board of Directors during its meeting of 17 FEB 2009, and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.18 | | Approve to increase the ceiling of capital increase with the shareholder’s preferential subscription right maintained set forth in the Resolution 10 granted by the shareholders meeting held on 27 MAY 2008; the global amount of share capital increase originally set at EUR 220,000,000.00 will increase to EUR 360,000,000.00 i.e., 30.2% to 49.6% of the share capital; [Authority expires after 26 month period] | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.19 | | Grant full powers to the bearer of an original, a copy or extract of the minutes of this meeting to carry out all filings, publications and other formalities prescribed by law | | Management | | For | | For |
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CREDIT AGRICOLE SA, PARIS |
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Security | | F22797108 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 19-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000045072 | | Agenda | | 701855554 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN MIX MEETING. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve the Company’s financial statements for the YE 31 DEC 2008, as presented, and the expenses and charges that were not Tax deductible of EUR 157,353.00 with a corresponding Tax of EUR 54,177.00 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Approve the consolidated financial statements for the said FY, in the form presented to the meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve the recommendations of the Board of Directors and resolves that the in come for the FY of EUR 248,598,945.42, be appropriated as: it resolves to fund to the legal reserve: EUR 12,429,947.27, it notes that the distributable income, after the allocation to the legal reserve and due to the positive balance on retained earnings of EUR 5,133,758,198.11, amounts to EUR 5,369,927,196.26, the dividends are of EUR 1,001,854,123.20, the retained earnings will show a new amount of EUR 4,368,073,073.06; the shareholders will receive a net dividend of EUR 0.45 per share, and will entitle to the 40% deduction provided by the French Tax Code; this dividend will be paid on 23 JUN 2009; in the event that the Company holds some of its own shares on the day the dividend is paid, the amount of the unpaid dividend on such shares shall be allocated to the retained earnings account; and authorize the Board of Directors to proceed with this registration; as required by law, it is reminded that, for the last 3 FY, the dividends paid, were as: EUR 0.94 for FY 2005, entitled to the 40% deduction, EUR 1.15 for FY 2006, entitled to the 40% deduction, EUR 1.20 for FY 2007, entitled to the 40% deduction | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Approve to decide to grant to each shareholder an option granting the right to receive the dividend payment in cash or in shares, as per the conditions: this option will be effective from 27 MAY 2009 to 11 JUN 2009; after, the shareholders will receive the dividend payment in cash as from 23 JUN 2009; if the dividend amount does not correspond to an integer of shares, the shareholder will receive the immediately lower number of shares with a balancing cash adjustment; the new shares will be created with dividend rights as of 01 JAN 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Approve, the special report of the Auditors on agreements governed by Articles L.225-38 ET sequence of the French Commercial Code, the said report and the agreements referred to therein | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.6 | | Approve, the special report of the Auditors on regulated agreements, all the retirement commitments in favor of Mr. Georges Pauget, General Manager | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.7 | | Approve, the special report of the Auditors on regulated agreements, all the retirement commitments in favor of Mr. Jean-Yves Hocher, Deputy General Manager | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.8 | | Approve, the special report of the Auditors on regulated agreements, all the retirement commitments in favor of Mr. Jacques Lenormand, Deputy General Manager | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.9 | | Approve, the special report of the Auditors on regulated agreements, all the retirement commitments in favor of Mr. Jean-Frederic De Leusse, Deputy General Manager | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.10 | | Approve to renew the appointment of the Mr. Sas Rue La Boe Tie as a Director for a 3-year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.11 | | Approve to renew the appointment of Mr. Gerard Cazals as a Director for a 3-year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.12 | | Approve to renew the appointment of Mr. Noel Dupuy as a Director for a 3-year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.13 | | Approve to renew the appointment of Mrs. Carole Giraud as a Director for a 3-year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.14 | | Approve to renew the appointment of Mr. Dominique Lefebvre as a Director for a 3-year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.15 | | Approve the appointment of Mr. Patrick Clavelou as a Director, to replace Mr. Bernard Mary, for the remainder of Mr. Bernard Mary’s term of office, i.e. until the shareholders’ meeting called to approve the financial statements for the FYE 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.16 | | Approve to renew the appointment of Mr. Patrick Clavelou as a Director for a 3-year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.17 | | Appoint the Director, to replace Mr. Philippe Camus, for the remainder of Mr. Philippe Camus’ term of office, i.e. until the shareholders’ meeting called to approve the financial statements for the FYE 31 DEC 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.18 | | Approve to award total annual fees of EUR 950,000.00 to the Members of the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.19 | | Authorizes the Board of Directors to buy the Company’s ordinary shares on the stock market, subject to the conditions: maximum purchase price: EUR 15.00, maximum number of shares to be acquired: 10% of the total number of ordinary shares, maximum funds invested in the share buybacks: EUR 2,000,000,010.00, which represents 133,333,334 ordinary shares; the number of shares acquired by the Company with a view to their retention or their subsequent delivery in payment or exchange as part of a merger, divestment or capital contribution cannot exceed 5% of the ordinary shares in the Company; [Authority expires after 18-month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders’ meeting of may 21, 2008 in its Resolution 17 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.20 | | Authorize to repurchase up to 10% of preference share capital, subject to approval of Item 23, 24, 36, or 37 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.21 | | Amend the Article 10.2 of Bylaws re: maximum number of terms for the Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.22 | | Authorize the new class of preferred stock and amend Bylaws accordingly, subject to approval of Item 23, 24, 36, or 37 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.23 | | Authorize the issuance of preferred stock with preemptive rights for up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 2,226,342,496, subject to approval of Item 22 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.24 | | Authorize the issuance of preferred stock without preemptive rights for up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 2,226,342,496, subject to approval of Item 22 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.25 | | Authorize the Board to increase capital in the event of additional demand related to delegation submitted to shareholder vote above | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.26 | | Authorize the issuance of equity or equity linked securities with preemptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 3.3 billion | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.27 | | Authorize the issuance of equity or equity linked securities without preemptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 1 billion | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.28 | | Authorize the Board to increase capital in the event of additional demand related to delegation submitted to shareholder vote above | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.29 | | Authorize the capital increase of up to 10% of issued capital for future acquisitions | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.30 | | Authorize the Board to set issue price for 10% of issued capital pursuant to issuance authority without preemptive rights | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.31 | | Approve to set Global Limit for capital increase to result from issuance requests under Items 23 through 30 at EUR 5.5 billion | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.32 | | Approve the issuance of securities convertible into debt up to an aggregate amount of EUR 5 billion | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.33 | | Authorize the capitalization of reserves of up to EUR 1 billion for bonus issue or increase in par value | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.34 | | Approve the Employee Stock Purchase Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.35 | | Approve the Stock Purchase Plan reserved for international employees | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.36 | | Approve the Employee Preferred Stock Purchase Plan, subject to approval of Item 22 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.37 | | Approve Employee Preferred Stock Purchase Plan for International Employees, Subject to approval of Item 22 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.38 | | Approve the reduction in share capital via cancellation of repurchased shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.39 | | Approve the reduction in share capital via cancellation of repurchased preference shares | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.40 | | Authorize the filing of required documents/other formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO CHANGE IN NUMBERING OF RESOLUTIONS. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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ROYAL DUTCH SHELL PLC |
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Security | | G7690A118 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 19-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | GB00B03MM408 | | Agenda | | 701911833 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Adopt the annual report and accounts | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the remuneration report | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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3. | | Appoint Mr. Simon Henry as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Re-appoint Mr. Lord Kerr of Kinlochard as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Re-appoint Mr. Wim Kok as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Re-appoint Mr. Nick Land as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Re-appoint Mr. Jorma Ollila as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Re-appoint Mr. Jeroen ven der Veer as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Re-appoint Mr. Hans Wijers as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Re-appoint PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as the Auditors of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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11. | | Approve the remuneration of the Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
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12. | | Grant authority for the issue of equity or equity-linked securities with pre-emptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 145 million | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.13 | | Grant authority, subject to the previous resolution being passed, for the issue of equity or equity-linked securities without pre-emptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 21 million | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.14 | | Grant authority to purchase 624 million ordinary shares for Market Purchase | | Management | | For | | For |
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15. | | Authorize the Company and its Subsidiaries to make EU Political Donations to Political Organizations other than Political Parties up to GBP 200,000 and to incur EU Political Expenditure up to GBP 200,000 | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO RECEIPT OF AUDITOR NAME. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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JPMORGAN CHASE & CO. |
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Security | | 46625H100 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | JPM | | Meeting Date | | 19-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US46625H1005 | | Agenda | | 933038641 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CRANDALL C. BOWLES | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: STEPHEN B. BURKE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID M. COTE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JAMES S. CROWN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JAMES DIMON | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ELLEN V. FUTTER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WILLIAM H. GRAY, III | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LABAN P. JACKSON, JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID C. NOVAK | | Management | | For | | For |
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1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LEE R. RAYMOND | | Management | | For | | For |
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1K | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WILLIAM C. WELDON | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPOINTMENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | ADVISORY VOTE ON EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | GOVERNMENTAL SERVICE REPORT | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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05 | | CUMULATIVE VOTING | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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06 | | SPECIAL SHAREOWNER MEETINGS | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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07 | | CREDIT CARD LENDING PRACTICES | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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08 | | CHANGES TO KEPP | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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09 | | SHARE RETENTION | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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10 | | CARBON PRINCIPLES REPORT | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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PRINCIPAL FINANCIAL GROUP, INC. |
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Security | | 74251V102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | PFG | | Meeting Date | | 19-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US74251V1026 | | Agenda | | 933040406 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: J. BARRY GRISWELL | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RICHARD L. KEYSER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ARJUN K. MATHRANI | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ELIZABETH E. TALLETT | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROVE AMENDMENT OF EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | RATIFICATION OF INDEPENDENT AUDITORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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NORDSTROM, INC. |
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Security | | 655664100 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | JWN | | Meeting Date | | 19-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US6556641008 | | Agenda | | 933040521 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PHYLLIS J. CAMPBELL | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ENRIQUE HERNANDEZ, JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT G. MILLER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: BLAKE W. NORDSTROM | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ERIK B. NORDSTROM | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PETER E. NORDSTROM | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PHILIP G. SATRE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT D. WALTER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ALISON A. WINTER | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVAL OF EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT BONUS PLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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OMNICELL, INC. |
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Security | | 68213N109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | OMCL | | Meeting Date | | 19-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US68213N1090 | | Agenda | | 933043402 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 MARY E. FOLEY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 RANDALL A. LIPPS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 JOSEPH E. WHITTERS | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | PROPOSAL TO ADOPT THE OMNICELL, INC. 2009 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN, AS DESCRIBED IN THE ACCOMPANYING PROXY STATEMENT | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE OMNICELL, INC. 1997 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN TO, AMONG OTHER THINGS, INCREASE THE AGGREGATE SHARE RESERVE TO A TOTAL OF 3,000,000 SHARES, AS DESCRIBED IN THE ACCOMPANYING PROXY STATEMENT | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE SELECTION OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM OF THE COMPANY FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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DEXCOM INC |
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Security | | 252131107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | DXCM | | Meeting Date | | 19-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US2521311074 | | Agenda | | 933049086 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 TERRANCE H. GREGG | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 KEVIN SAYER | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO REAPPROVE THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE SECTION 162(M) PROVISIONS OF OUR 2005 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN TO PRESERVE OUR ABILITY TO DEDUCT FOR CORPORATE INCOME TAX PURPOSES COMPENSATION THAT QUALIFIES AS PERFORMANCE-BASED COMPENSATION UNDER SECTION 162(M) OF THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO RATIFY THE SELECTION BY THE AUDIT COMMITTEE OF OUR BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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SAP AG |
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Security | | 803054204 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | SAP | | Meeting Date | | 19-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US8030542042 | | Agenda | | 933056889 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
02 | | RESOLUTION ON THE APPROPRIATION OF THE RETAINED EARNINGS OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2008 | | Management | | For | | |
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03 | | RESOLUTION ON THE FORMAL APPROVAL OF THE ACTS OF THE EXECUTIVE BOARD IN THE FISCAL YEAR 2008 | | Management | | For | | |
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04 | | RESOLUTION ON THE FORMAL APPROVAL OF THE ACTS OF THE SUPERVISORY BOARD IN THE FISCAL YEAR 2008 | | Management | | For | | |
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05 | | APPOINTMENT OF THE AUDITOR OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND GROUP FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2009 | | Management | | For | | |
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06 | | RESOLUTION ON AUTHORIZATION TO ACQUIRE AND USE TREASURY SHARES PURSUANT TO SECTION 71 (1) NO. 8 OF GERMAN STOCK CORPORATION ACT (AKTIENGESETZ; AKTG), WITH POSSIBLE EXCLUSION OF SHAREHOLDERS’ SUBSCRIPTION RIGHTS & POTENTIAL RIGHTS TO OFFER SHARES | | Management | | For | | |
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07 | | RESOLUTION ON THE AMENDMENT OF SECTION 19 OF THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION TO REFLECT THE GERMAN ACT IMPLEMENTING THE SHAREHOLDERS’ RIGHTS DIRECTIVE (GESETZ ZUR UMSETZUNG DER AKTIONARSRICHTLINIE; ARUG) | | Management | | For | | |
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RUSH ENTERPRISES, INC. |
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Security | | 781846209 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | RUSHA | | Meeting Date | | 19-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US7818462092 | | Agenda | | 933057956 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 W. MARVIN RUSH | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 W.M. “RUSTY” RUSH | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 RONALD J. KRAUSE | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 4 JAMES C. UNDERWOOD | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 5 HAROLD D. MARSHALL | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 6 THOMAS A. AKIN | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 7 GERALD R. SZCZEPANSKI | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP TO SERVE AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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BIGBAND NETWORKS INC |
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Security | | 089750509 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | BBND | | Meeting Date | | 19-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US0897505097 | | Agenda | | 933080296 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 MICHAEL J. POHL | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 ROBERT SACHS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 GEOFFREY YANG | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP, AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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GLAXOSMITHKLINE PLC |
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Security | | G3910J112 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 20-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | GB0009252882 | | Agenda | | 701867701 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Receive and adopt the Directors report and financial statements | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the remuneration report | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Elect Mr. James Murdoch as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Elect Mr. Larry Culp as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Re-elect Sir. Crispin Davis as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Re-elect Dr. Moncef Slaoui as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
7. | | Re-elect Mr. Tom de Swaan as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
8. | | Re-appoint the Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Approve the remuneration of the Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Authorize the Company and its subsidiaries to make political donations to political organization and incur political expenditure | | Management | | For | | For |
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11. | | Grant authority to allot shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.12 | | Approve the disapplication of pre-emption rights | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.13 | | Authorize the Company to purchase its own shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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14. | | Approve the exemption from statement of Senior Statutory Auditors name | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.15 | | Approve the reduced notice of general meeting other than an AGM | | Management | | For | | For |
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16. | | Adopt the GlaxoSmithKline GSK 2009 Performance Share Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
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17. | | Adopt the GSK 2009 Share Option Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
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18. | | Adopt the GSK 2009 Deferred Annual Bonus Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO RECEIPT OF CONSERVATIVE CUT-OFF. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT, INC. |
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Security | | 717124101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | PPDI | | Meeting Date | | 20-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US7171241018 | | Agenda | | 933035417 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 STUART BONDURANT, M.D. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 FREDRIC N. ESHELMAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 FREDERICK FRANK | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 GENERAL DAVID L. GRANGE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 CATHERINE M. KLEMA | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 TERRY MAGNUSON, PH.D. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 ERNEST MARIO, PH.D. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 JOHN A. MCNEILL, JR. | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT AND RESTATEMENT OF THE COMPANY’S 1995 EQUITY COMPENSATION PLAN WHICH, AMONG OTHER THINGS, INCREASES THE NUMBER OF SHARES OF OUR COMMON STOCK RESERVED FOR ISSUANCE UNDER THE PLAN BY 8,300,000 FROM 21,259,004 SHARES TO 29,559,004 SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | IN THEIR DISCRETION, THE PROXIES ARE AUTHORIZED TO VOTE UPON SUCH OTHER MATTERS AS MAY PROPERLY COME BEFORE THE MEETING. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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THERMO FISHER SCIENTIFIC INC. |
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Security | | 883556102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | TMO | | Meeting Date | | 20-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US8835561023 | | Agenda | | 933042400 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 JUDY C. LEWENT | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 PETER J. MANNING | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 JIM P. MANZI | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 ELAINE S. ULLIAN | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE AUDIT COMMITTEE’S SELECTION OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT AUDITORS FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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LOJACK CORPORATION |
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Security | | 539451104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | LOJN | | Meeting Date | | 20-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US5394511043 | | Agenda | | 933045278 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 RORY J. COWAN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 JOHN H. MACKINNON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 ROBERT J. MURRAY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 ROBERT L. REWEY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 RICHARD T. RILEY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 HARVEY ROSENTHAL | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 MARIA RENNA SHARPE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 RONALD V. WATERS III | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | AMEND THE COMPANY’S 2008 STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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03 | | RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS THE INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM OF THE COMPANY FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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CELERA CORPORATION |
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Security | | 15100E106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | CRA | | Meeting Date | | 20-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US15100E1064 | | Agenda | | 933053439 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JEAN-LUC BELINGARD | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PETER BARTON HUTT | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GAIL K. NAUGHTON | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE SELECTION OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 26, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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SOUTHWEST AIRLINES CO. |
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Security | | 844741108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | LUV | | Meeting Date | | 20-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US8447411088 | | Agenda | | 933057588 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 DAVID W. BIEGLER | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 2 C. WEBB CROCKETT | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 3 WILLIAM H. CUNNINGHAM | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 4 JOHN G. DENISON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 TRAVIS C. JOHNSON | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 6 GARY C. KELLY | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 7 NANCY B. LOEFFLER | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 8 JOHN T. MONTFORD | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 9 DANIEL D. VILLANUEVA | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | APPROVAL OF THE SOUTHWEST AIRLINES CO. AMENDED AND RESTATED 1991 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | RATIFICATION OF THE SELECTION OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT AUDITORS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | REINCORPORATION IN A SHAREHOLDER-FRIENDLY STATE. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
| | | | |
05 | | ADOPTION OF PRINCIPLES FOR HEALTH CARE REFORM. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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CROWN CASTLE INTERNATIONAL CORP |
| | | |
Security | | 228227104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | CCI | | Meeting Date | | 21-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US2282271046 | | Agenda | | 933035378 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 CINDY CHRISTY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 ARI Q. FITZGERALD | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 ROBERT E. GARRISON II | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 JOHN P. KELLY | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO APPROVE RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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LUMINEX CORPORATION |
| | | |
Security | | 55027E102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | LMNX | | Meeting Date | | 21-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US55027E1029 | | Agenda | | 933037904 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 PATRICK J. BALTHROP, SR | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 G. WALTER LOEWENBAUM II | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 KEVIN M. MCNAMARA | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 EDWARD A. OGUNRO, PH.D | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE THE LUMINEX CORPORATION AMENDED AND RESTATED 2006 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR FISCAL 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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MEDAREX, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 583916101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | MEDX | | Meeting Date | | 21-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US5839161016 | | Agenda | | 933038122 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 MARC RUBIN, M.D. | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 RONALD J. SALDARINI PHD | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 CHARLES R. SCHALLER | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | THE RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT BY THE AUDIT COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS MEDAREX’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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TIFFANY & CO. |
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Security | | 886547108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | TIF | | Meeting Date | | 21-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US8865471085 | | Agenda | | 933044961 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MICHAEL J. KOWALSKI | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROSE MARIE BRAVO | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GARY E. COSTLEY | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LAWRENCE K. FISH | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ABBY F. KOHNSTAMM | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
6 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CHARLES K. MARQUIS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
7 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PETER W. MAY | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
8 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: J. THOMAS PRESBY | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
9 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WILLIAM A. SHUTZER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE SELECTION OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE TIFFANY & CO. 2005 EMPLOYEE INCENTIVE PLAN TO INCREASE BY 2,500,000 THE MAXIMUM NUMBER OF SHARES THAT MAY BE ISSUED UNDER THE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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KNIGHT TRANSPORTATION, INC. |
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Security | | 499064103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | KNX | | Meeting Date | | 21-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US4990641031 | | Agenda | | 933045266 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 GARY J. KNIGHT | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 G.D. MADDEN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 KATHRYN L. MUNRO | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE AND RATIFY THE KNIGHT TRANSPORTATION, INC. EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | APPROVE & RATIFY AN AMENDMENT & RESTATEMENT OF 2003 STOCK OPTION PLAN (“2003 STOCK OPTION PLAN”), (I) RENAMES PLAN THE KNIGHT TRANSPORTATION, INC. AMENDED AND RESTATED 2003 STOCK OPTION AND EQUITY COMPENSATION PLAN,” (II) PROVIDES ADDITIONAL TERMS AND ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES APPLICABLE TO RESTRICTED STOCK GRANTS, & (III) AUTHORIZES THE ISSUANCE OF STOCK APPRECIATION RIGHTS. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE AND RATIFY A ONE-TIME STOCK OPTION EXCHANGE PROGRAM FOR EMPLOYEES, ALONG WITH AN ACCOMPANYING AMENDMENT TO THE 2003 STOCK OPTION PLAN TO PERMIT SUCH EXCHANGE. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
05 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR FISCAL 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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SEI INVESTMENTS COMPANY |
| | | |
Security | | 784117103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | SEIC | | Meeting Date | | 21-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US7841171033 | | Agenda | | 933049391 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 CARMEN V. ROMEO | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 2 RICHARD B. LIEB | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS SEI INVESTMENTS COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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DEAN FOODS COMPANY |
| | | |
Security | | 242370104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | DF | | Meeting Date | | 21-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US2423701042 | | Agenda | | 933053706 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 JANET HILL | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 HECTOR M. NEVARES | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | PROPOSAL TO AMEND THE DEAN FOODS COMPANY 2007 STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS INDEPENDENT AUDITOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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GENZYME CORPORATION |
| | | |
Security | | 372917104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | GENZ | | Meeting Date | | 21-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US3729171047 | | Agenda | | 933056132 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | RE-ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DOUGLAS A. BERTHIAUME | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | RE-ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GAIL K. BOUDREAUX | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | RE-ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT J. CARPENTER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1D | | RE-ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CHARLES L. COONEY | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1E | | RE-ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: VICTOR J. DZAU | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1F | | RE-ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: SENATOR CONNIE MACK III | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1G | | RE-ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RICHARD F. SYRON | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1H | | RE-ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: HENRI A. TERMEER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | A PROPOSAL TO AMEND THE 2004 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF SHARES OF COMMON STOCK AVAILABLE FOR ISSUANCE UNDER THE PLAN BY 2,500,000 SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | A PROPOSAL TO APPROVE THE 2009 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | A PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE AUDIT COMMITTEE’S SELECTION OF INDEPENDENT AUDITORS FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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BJ’S WHOLESALE CLUB, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 05548J106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | BJ | | Meeting Date | | 21-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US05548J1060 | | Agenda | | 933057792 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CHRISTINE M. COURNOYER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: EDMOND J. ENGLISH | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: HELEN FRAME PETERS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | APPROVAL OF THE AMENDMENT TO THE 2008 AMENDED AND RESTATED MANAGEMENT INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVAL OF THE AMENDMENT TO THE 2008 AMENDED AND RESTATED GROWTH INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | APPROVAL OF THE AMENDMENT TO THE 2007 STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | RATIFICATION OF THE AUDIT COMMITTEE’S SELECTION OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JANUARY 30, 2010. | | Management | | For | | For |
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ALIGN TECHNOLOGY, INC. |
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Security | | 016255101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ALGN | | Meeting Date | | 21-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US0162551016 | | Agenda | | 933059811 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 DAVID E. COLLINS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 JOSEPH LACOB | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 C. RAYMOND LARKIN, JR. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 GEORGE J. MORROW | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 THOMAS M. PRESCOTT | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 GREG J. SANTORA | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 WARREN S. THALER | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF SELECTION OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS: PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS ALIGN TECHNOLOGY, INC.’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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VOCUS INC. |
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Security | | 92858J108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | VOCS | | Meeting Date | | 21-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US92858J1088 | | Agenda | | 933066931 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 GARY GOLDING | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 RICHARD MOORE | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM OF OUR COMPANY FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE OUR COMPANY’S 2005 STOCK AWARD PLAN FOR PURPOSES OF SECTION 162(M) OF THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE. | | Management | | For | | For |
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HSBC HOLDINGS PLC |
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Security | | 404280406 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | HBC | | Meeting Date | | 22-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US4042804066 | | Agenda | | 933041547 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | TO RECEIVE THE REPORT AND ACCOUNTS FOR 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO APPROVE THE DIRECTORS’ REMUNERATION REPORT FOR 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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3A | | TO RE-ELECT S A CATZ A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3B | | TO RE-ELECT V H C CHENG A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3C | | TO RE-ELECT M K T CHEUNG A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3D | | TO RE-ELECT J D COOMBE A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3E | | TO RE-ELECT J L DURAN A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3F | | TO RE-ELECT R A FAIRHEAD A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3G | | TO RE-ELECT D J FLINT A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3H | | TO RE-ELECT A A FLOCKHART A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3I | | TO RE-ELECT W K L FUNG A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3J | | TO RE-ELECT M F GEOGHEGAN A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3K | | TO RE-ELECT S K GREEN A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3L | | TO RE-ELECT S T GULLIVER A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3M | | TO RE-ELECT J W J HUGHES-HALLETT A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3N | | TO RE-ELECT W S H LAIDLAW A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3O | | TO RE-ELECT J R LOMAX A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3P | | TO RE-ELECT SIR MARK MOODY-STUART A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3Q | | TO RE-ELECT G MORGAN A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3R | | TO RE-ELECT N R N MURTHY A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3S | | TO RE-ELECT S M ROBERTSON A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3T | | TO RE-ELECT J L THORNTON A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3U | | TO RE-ELECT SIR BRIAN WILLIAMSON A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | TO REAPPOINT THE AUDITOR AT REMUNERATION TO BE DETERMINED BY THE GROUP AUDIT COMMITTEE | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | TO AUTHORISE THE DIRECTORS TO ALLOT SHARES | | Management | | For | | For |
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06 | | TO DISAPPLY PRE-EMPTION RIGHTS (SPECIAL RESOLUTION) | | Management | | For | | For |
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07 | | TO AUTHORISE THE COMPANY TO PURCHASE ITS OWN ORDINARY SHARES | | Management | | For | | For |
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08 | | TO ADOPT NEW ARTICLES OF ASSOCIATION WITH EFFECT FROM 1 OCTOBER 2009 (SPECIAL RESOLUTION) | | Management | | For | | For |
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09 | | TO APPROVE GENERAL MEETINGS (OTHER THAN ANNUAL GENERAL MEETINGS) BEING CALLED ON 14 CLEAR DAYS’ NOTICE (SPECIAL RESOLUTION) | | Management | | For | | For |
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CERNER CORPORATION |
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Security | | 156782104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | CERN | | Meeting Date | | 22-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US1567821046 | | Agenda | | 933059405 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 CLIFFORD W. ILLIG | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 WILLIAM B. NEAVES, PH.D | | | | For | | For |
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2 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS THE INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM OF CERNER CORPORATION FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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FRANCE TELECOM SA |
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Security | | F4113C103 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 26-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000133308 | | Agenda | | 701879958 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | “French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative-to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following-applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative.” | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Receive the reports of the Board of Directors and the Auditor’s, approve the Company’s financial statements for the YE 31 DEC 2008, as presented and showing the earnings for the FY of EUR 3,234,431,372.50; grant permanent discharge to the Members of the Board of Directors for the performance of their duties during the said FY | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Receive the reports of the Board of Directors and the Auditor’s, approve the consolidated financial statements for the said FY, in the form presented to the meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve to acknowledge the earnings amount to EUR 3,234,431,372.50 and decide to allocate to the Legal Reserve EUR 256,930.00 which shows a new amount of EUR 1,045,996,494.40 notes that the distributable income after allocating to the Legal Reserve EUR 256,930.00 and taking into account the retained earnings amounting to EUR 12,454,519,240.25, amounts to EUR 15,688,693,682.75, resolve to pay a dividend of EUR 1.40 per share which will entitle to the 40% deduction provided by the French General Tax Code and to appropriate the balance of the distributable income to the ‘Retained Earnings’ account, and the interim dividend of EUR 0.60 was already paid on 11 SEP 2008; receive a remaining dividend of EUR 0.80 on E-half of the dividend balance, I.E, EUR 0.40, will be paid in shares as per the following conditions: the shareholders may opt for the dividend payment in shares from 02 JUN 2009 to 23 JUN 2009, the balance of the dividend will be paid on 30 JUN 2009, regardless the means of payment; the shares will be created with dividend rights as of 01 JAN 2009, in the event that the Company holds some of its own shares shall be allocated to the retained earnings account as required By Law | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Receive the special report of the Auditors on agreements governed by Articles L.225-38 of the French Commercial Code; approve the said report and the agreements referred to therein | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.5 | | Approve to renew the appointment of Ernst and Young audit as the Statutory Auditor for a 6-year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.6 | | Approve to renew the appointment of Auditex as the Deputy Auditor for a 6-year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.7 | | Approve to renew the appointment of Deloitte ET Association as the Statutory Auditor for a 6-year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.8 | | Approve to renew the appointment of Beas as the Deputy Auditor for a 6-year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.9 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to buyback the Company’s shares in the open market, subject to the conditions described below: maximum purchase price: EUR 40.00, maximum number of shares to be acquired: 10% of the share capital, maximum funds invested in the shares buybacks: EUR 10,459,964,944.00, and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; [Authority expires at the end of 18-month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders meeting of 27 MAY 2008 in Resolution 6 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.10 | | Amend the Article NR 13 of the Bye-Laws Board of Directors, in order to fix the minimal number of shares in the Company, of which the Directors elected by the General Meeting must be holders | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.11 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to issue, with the shareholders preferential subscription right maintained, shares in the Company and the securities giving access to shares of the Company or one of its subsidiaries; [Authority expires at the end of 26-month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders meeting 21 MAY 2007 in resolution 8, the maximum nominal amount of capital increase to be carried out under this delegation authority shall not exceed EUR 2,000,000,000.00, the overall nominal amount of debt securities to be issued shall not exceed EUR 10,000,000,000.00 and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.12 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to issue by way of a public offering and or by way of an offer reserved for qualified investors in accordance with the Financial and Monetary code, with cancellation of the shareholders preferential subscription rights, shares in the Company or one of its subsidiaries; [Authority expires at the end of 26-month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders meeting 21 MAY 2007 in resolution 9, the maximum nominal amount of capital increase to be carried out under this delegation authority shall not exceed the overall value governed by the current legal and regulatory requirements, the overall amount of debt securities to be issued shall not exceed and shall count against, the overall value related to debt securities set forth in the previous resolution and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.13 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the number of securities to be issued, at the same price as the initial issue, within 30 days of the closing of the subscription period and up to a maximum of 15% of the initial issue, for each of the issues decided in accordance with resolutions 11 and 12, subject to the compliance with the overall value set forth in the resolution where the issue is decided; [Authority expires at the end of 26-month period] | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.14 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to issue Company’s shares or securities giving access to the Company’s existing or future shares, in consideration for securities tendered in a public exchange offer initiated in France or abroad by the Company concerning the shares of another listed Company; [Authority expires at the end of 26-month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders meeting 21 MAY 2007 in resolution 12 the maximum nominal amount of capital increase to be carried out under this delegation authority is set at EUR 1,500,000,000.00, the total nominal amount of capital increase to be carried out under this delegation of authority shall count against the overall value of capital increase set by resolution 12, the overall amount of debt securities to be issued shall not exceed and shall count against, the overall value related to debt securities set forth in the previous resolution 11 and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.15 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital up to a nominal overall amount representing 10% of the share capital by way of issuing Company’s shares or securities giving access to the existing or future shares, in consideration for the contributions in kind granted to the Company and comprised of capital securities or securities giving access to the share capital, the nominal overall value of capital increase resulting from the issues decided by virtue of the present resolution 12, the overall amount of debt securities to be issued shall not exceed and shall count against, the overall value related to debt securities set forth in the previous resolution 11; [Authority expires at the end of 26-month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders meeting of 21 MAY 2007 in resolution 13, and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.16 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase on one or more occasions, the share capital issuance of the Company’s shares to be subscribed either in cash or by offsetting of the debts, the maximum nominal amount increase to be carried out under this delegation of authority is set at EUR 70,000,000.00, this amount shall count against the ceiling set forth in Resolution 18, and to cancel the shareholders preferential subscription rights in favour of the holders of options giving the right to subscribe shares or shares of the Company Orange S.A., who signed a liquidity contract with the Company, and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; [Authority expires at the end of 18-month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders meeting of 27 MAY 2008 in resolution 13 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.17 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to proceed on 1 or more occasions with the issue and the allocation free of charge of liquidity instruments on options (“ILO”), in favour of the holders of options giving the right to subscribe shares of the Company Orange S.A., having signed a liquidity contract with the Company, the maximum nominal amount increase to be carried out under this delegation of authority is set at EUR 1,000,000.00 this amount shall count against the ceiling set forth in Resolution 18 and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; [Authority expires at the end of 18-month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders meeting of 27 MAY 2008 in Resolution 14 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.18 | | Adopt the 7 previous resolutions and approve to decides that the maximum nominal amount pertaining to the capital increases to be carried out with the use of the delegations given by these 7 resolutions set at EUR 3,500,000,000.00 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.19 | | Authorize the Board of Directors, to issue on 1 or more occasions, in France or abroad, and, or on the international market, any securities (Other than shares) giving right to the allocation of debt securities, the nominal amount of debt securities to be issued shall not exceed EUR 7,000,000,000.00 and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; [Authority expires at the end of 26-month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders meeting of 21 MAY 2007 in Resolution 18 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.20 | | Approve to delegate to the securities all powers to increase the share capital in 1 or more occasions, by way of capitalizing reserves, profits or premiums, provided that such capitalization is allowed by Law and under the Bye-Laws, by issuing bonus shares or raising the par value of existing shares, or by a combination of these methods, the ceiling of the nominal amount of capital increase resulting from the issues carried by virtue of the present delegation is set at EUR 2,000,000,000.00; [Authority expires at the end of 26-month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders meeting of 21 MAY 2007 in Resolution 19 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.21 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to grant for free on 1 or more occasions, existing shares in favour of the employees or the corporate officers of the Company and related groups or Companies, they may not represent more than 1% of the share capital and it has been decided to cancel the shareholder’s preferential subscription rights in favour of the beneficiaries mentioned above, and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; [Authority expires at the end of 38-month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders meeting of 21 MAY 2007 in Resolution 12 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.22 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital on 1 or more occasions by issuing shares or securities giving access to existing or future shares in the Company in favour of employees and former employees who are members of a Company Savings Plan of the France Telecom Group or by way of allocating free of charge shares or securities giving access to the Company’s existing or future shares, i.e., by way of capitalizing the reserves, profits or premiums, provided that such capitalization is allowed by Law under the Bye-Laws, the overall nominal value of capital increase resulting from the issues carried out by virtue of the present resolution is set at EUR 500,000,000.00, the ceiling of the nominal amount of France Telecom’s capital increase resulting from the issues carried out by capitalizing reserves, profits or premiums is also set at EUR 500,000,000.00 and it has been decided to cancel the shareholders preferential subscription rights in favour of the beneficiaries mentioned above and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; [Authority expires at the end of 6-month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders meeting of 27 MAY 2008 in Resolution 15 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.23 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to reduce the share capital on 1 or more occasions and at its sole discretion, by canceling all or part of the shares held by the Company in connection with repurchase plans authorized prior and posterior to the date of the present shareholders meeting and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; [Authority expires at the end of 18-month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders meeting of 27 MAY 2008 in Resolution 16 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.24 | | Grant full powers to the bearer of an original, a copy or extract of the minutes of this meeting to carry out all filings, publications and other formalities prescribed By Law | | Management | | For | | For |
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NEXANS, PARIS |
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Security | | F65277109 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 26-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000044448 | | Agenda | | 701922103 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following-applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve the unconsolidated accounts for the FYE on 31 DEC 2008; Management report; grant discharge to the Board Members | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Approve the consolidated accounts for the FYE on 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve the distribution of profits and determine the dividend | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Approve the agreements referred to in Article L.225-38 of the Commercial Code | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Approve the regulated commitments made in favor of Frederic Vincent as Chairman-General Manager | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.6 | | Approve the attendance allowances to the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.7 | | Ratify the transfer of the headquarters | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.8 | | Appoint temporary and permanent Statutory Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.9 | | Authorize the Board of Directors in order to operate on the Company’s shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.10 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to reduce the share capital by cancellation of treasury shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.11 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital, by issuing common shares with maintenance of preferential subscription rights | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.12 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital by issuing-without preferential subscription rights-securities representing claims access to the Company’s capital, subjected to a common ceiling of EUR 4 million into nominal with the 13th resolution | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.13 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to issue shares, securities or securities giving access to capital in case of a public offer exchange initiated by the Company on its own securities or securities of another Company, subjected to a common ceiling of EUR 4 million into nominal with the 12th resolution | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.14 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to decide on the increase of the number of securities to be issued in case of capital increase with or without preferential subscription rights within the limits set in the ceiling of 11th, 12th and 13th resolutions | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.15 | | Approve the possibility to issue common shares or securities giving access to capital, limited to 5% of the share capital in compensation of contributions in kind relating to equity securities or securities giving access to capital | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.16 | | Approve the delegation of competence to the Board of Directors to decide a capital increase by incorporation of premiums, reserves or benefits | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.17 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to decide on the increase of the share capital by issuing shares or securities giving access to capital reserved for Savings Plans’ Members with cancellation of preferential subscription rights to these remaining within the limits of EUR 400,000 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.18 | | Authorize the Board of Directors in order to grant options to subscribe or purchase shares in the limit of EUR 400,000 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.19 | | Grant powers for formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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EV3 INC. |
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Security | | 26928A200 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | EVVV | | Meeting Date | | 26-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US26928A2006 | | Agenda | | 933050700 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JEFFREY B. CHILD | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN L. MICLOT | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: THOMAS E. TIMBIE | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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02 | | TO CONSIDER A PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE SELECTION OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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GAMESA CORPORACION TECHNOLOGICA S A |
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Security | | E54667113 | | Meeting Type | | Ordinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 28-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | ES0143416115 | | Agenda | | 701921656 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE EVENT THE MEETING DOES NOT REACH QUORUM, THERE WILL BE A SECOND CALL ON 29 MAY 2009. CONSEQUENTLY, YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS WILL REMAIN VALID FOR ALL CALLS UNLESS THE AGENDA IS AMENDED. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve the individual and consolidated annual accounts of the exercise 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the application of the result and the distribution of the dividend | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approve the management report of the company and consolidated group | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Approve the management of the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Ratify the Board Member of Iberdrola with the Calification of dominical External Member | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Ratify the appointment of Mr. Carles Fernandez-Lerga with Calification of other External Board Members | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Re-elect the Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Authorize the Board of Directors for the derivated acquisition of own shares until max of 5% leaving without effect the previous agreements approved in the OGM of 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Approve the Incentive Plan to long-term through the deliver of shares of the Company included in the strategic plan 2009-2011, delegation of the faculties for the execution of this retribution system | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Approve the delegation of the faculties for the execution of the agreements in the OGM | | Management | | For | | For |
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THE HOME DEPOT, INC. |
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Security | | 437076102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | HD | | Meeting Date | | 28-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US4370761029 | | Agenda | | 933042866 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: F. DUANE ACKERMAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID H. BATCHELDER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: FRANCIS S. BLAKE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ARI BOUSBIB | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GREGORY D. BRENNEMAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ALBERT P. CAREY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ARMANDO CODINA | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: BONNIE G. HILL | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: KAREN L. KATEN | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS THE INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM OF THE COMPANY FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JANUARY 31, 2010. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO AMEND THE SIXTH ARTICLE OF THE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION TO ALLOW HOLDERS OF AT LEAST 25% OF SHARES OF THE COMPANY’S OUTSTANDING COMMON STOCK TO CALL A SPECIAL MEETING OF SHAREHOLDERS. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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04 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING CUMULATIVE VOTING. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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05 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING SPECIAL SHAREHOLDER MEETINGS. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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06 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING EMPLOYMENT DIVERSITY REPORT. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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07 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING EXECUTIVE OFFICER COMPENSATION. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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08 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING ENERGY USAGE. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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JUNIPER NETWORKS, INC. |
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Security | | 48203R104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | JNPR | | Meeting Date | | 28-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US48203R1041 | | Agenda | | 933053833 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 SCOTT KRIENS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 STRATTON SCLAVOS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 WILLIAM R. STENSRUD | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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02 | | APPROVAL OF: (I) THE PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE JUNIPER NETWORKS, INC. 2006 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN (THE “2006 PLAN”), AND (II) THE MATERIAL TERMS OF THE 2006 PLAN FOR PURPOSES OF COMPLYING WITH INTERNAL REVENUE CODE SECTION 162(M). | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | RATIFICATION OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP, AN INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM, AS AUDITORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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COVIDIEN LTD. |
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Security | | G2552X108 | | Meeting Type | | Special |
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Ticker Symbol | | COV | | Meeting Date | | 28-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | BMG2552X1083 | | Agenda | | 933074851 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | APPROVAL OF THE SCHEME OF ARRANGEMENT ATTACHED TO THE ACCOMPANYING PROXY STATEMENT AS ANNEX A. | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | IF THE SCHEME OF ARRANGEMENT IS APPROVED, AND IN CONNECTION WITH SCHEME OF ARRANGEMENT AND REORGANIZATION, APPROVAL OF CREATION OF DISTRIBUTABLE RESERVES OF COVIDIEN PLC (THROUGH REDUCTION OF SHARE PREMIUM ACCOUNT OF COVIDIEN PLC) THAT WAS PREVIOUSLY APPROVED BY COVIDIEN LTD. AND OTHER CURRENT SHAREHOLDERS OF COVIDIEN PLC (AS DESCRIBED IN THE ACCOMPANYING PROXY STATEMENT). | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVAL OF THE MOTION TO ADJOURN THE MEETING TO A LATER DATE TO SOLICIT ADDITIONAL PROXIES IF THERE ARE INSUFFICIENT PROXIES TO APPROVE THE SCHEME OF ARRANGEMENT AT THE TIME OF THE MEETING. | | Management | | For | | For |
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LOWE’S COMPANIES, INC. |
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Security | | 548661107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | LOW | | Meeting Date | | 29-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US5486611073 | | Agenda | | 933047359 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 PETER C. BROWNING | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 MARSHALL O. LARSEN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 STEPHEN F. PAGE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 O. TEMPLE SLOAN, JR. | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO APPROVE AMENDMENTS TO THE COMPANY’S 2006 LONG TERM INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | TO APPROVE AMENDMENTS TO LOWE’S ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION ELIMINATING ALL REMAINING SUPERMAJORITY VOTE REQUIREMENTS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING REINCORPORATING IN NORTH DAKOTA. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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06 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING HEALTH CARE REFORM PRINCIPLES. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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07 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING SEPARATING THE ROLES OF CHAIRMAN AND CEO. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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ALCATEL-LUCENT |
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Security | | 013904305 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ALU | | Meeting Date | | 29-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US0139043055 | | Agenda | | 933069278 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
O1 | | APPROVAL OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O2 | | APPROVAL OF THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O3 | | RESULTS FOR FISCAL YEAR - APPROPRIATION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O4 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF PHILIPPE CAMUS AS MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O5 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF BEN VERWAAYEN AS MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O6 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF STUART E. EIZENSTAT AS MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O7 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF LOUIS R. HUGHES AS MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O8 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF JEAN C. MONTY AS MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O9 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF OLIVIER PIOU AS MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O10 | | RENEWAL OF THE TERM OF OFFICE OF SYLVIA JAY AS MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O11 | | RENEWAL OF THE TERM OF OFFICE OF JEAN-CYRIL SPINETTA AS MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O12 | | APPROVAL OF REGULATED AGREEMENT WHICH REMAINED IN FORCE DURING THE FISCAL YEAR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O13 | | APPROVAL OF THE COMMITMENTS IN FAVOR OF THE CHAIRMAN, ENTERED INTO ACCORDING TO ARTICLE L. 225-42-1 OF THE FRENCH COMMERCIAL CODE WITH RESPECT TO THE ALLOCATION OF RESTRICTED STOCK UNITS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O14 | | APPROVAL OF THE COMMITMENTS IN FAVOR OF THE CEO, ENTERED INTO ACCORDING TO ARTICLE L. 225-42-1 OF THE FRENCH COMMERCIAL CODE WITH RESPECT TO THE ALLOCATION OF RESTRICTED STOCK UNITS AND STOCK OPTIONS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O15 | | APPROVAL OF THE COMMITMENTS IN FAVOR OF THE CEO, ENTERED INTO ACCORDING TO ARTICLE L. 225-42-1 OF THE FRENCH COMMERCIAL CODE WITH RESPECT TO THE PENSION BENEFITS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O16 | | AUTHORIZATION TO BE GIVEN TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO ALLOW THE COMPANY TO PURCHASE AND SELL ITS OWN SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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E17 | | AUTHORIZATION TO BE GIVEN TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO REDUCE THE SHARE CAPITAL OF THE COMPANY BY CANCELLATION OF THE TREASURY SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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E18 | | DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY TO BE GIVEN TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO PROCEED WITH THE ISSUE WITHOUT CANCELLATION OF PREFERENTIAL SUBSCRIPTION RIGHTS OF ORDINARY SHARES AND OF SECURITIES CONFERRING AN IMMEDIATE OR FUTURE RIGHT TO THE SHARE CAPITAL OF THE COMPANY OR OF ITS AFFILIATES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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E19 | | DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY TO BE GIVEN TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO PROCEED WITH THE ISSUE WITH CANCELLATION OF PREFERENTIAL SUBSCRIPTION RIGHTS, OF (I) ORDINARY SHARES AND ANY SECURITIES CONFERRING AN IMMEDIATE OR FUTURE RIGHT TO THE SHARE CAPITAL OF THE COMPANY OR OF ITS AFFILIATES, OR OF (II) COMPANY ORDINARY SHARES WHICH CONFERS A RIGHT TO THE ISSUANCE OF SECURITIES TO BE ISSUED BY SUBSIDIARIES, INCLUDING FOR THE PURPOSES OF REMUNERATING SECURITIES THAT ARE TENDERED IN CONNECTION WITH AN EXCHANGE OFFER. | | Management | | For | | For |
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E20 | | DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY TO BE GIVEN TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO CARRY OUT A SHARE CAPITAL INCREASE TO REMUNERATE CONTRIBUTIONS IN KIND OF CAPITAL STOCK OR MARKETABLE SECURITIES GIVING ACCESS TO THE CAPITAL OF THIRD-PARTY COMPANIES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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E21 | | AGGREGATE LIMIT TO THE AMOUNT OF ISSUANCES CARRIED OUT BY VIRTUE OF THE 18TH, 19TH, AND 20TH RESOLUTIONS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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E22 | | DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY TO BE GIVEN TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO INCREASE THE SHARE CAPITAL OF THE COMPANY BY INCORPORATION OF RESERVES, PROFITS OR PREMIUMS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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E23 | | DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY TO BE GIVEN TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO DECIDE ON THE DISPOSAL OR INCREASE OF SHARE CAPITAL BY THE ISSUANCE OF SHARES RESERVED TO THE PARTICIPANTS IN A COMPANY SAVINGS PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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E24 | | POWERS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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E25 | | AMENDMENTS OR NEW RESOLUTIONS PROPOSED AT THE MEETING. (IF YOU CAST YOUR VOTE IN FAVOR OF RESOLUTION 25, YOU ARE GIVING DISCRETION TO THE CHAIRMAN OF THE MEETING TO VOTE FOR OR AGAINST ANY AMENDMENTS OR NEW RESOLUTIONS THAT MAY BE PROPOSED). | | Management | | For | | For |
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CALIPER LIFE SCIENCES, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 130872104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | CALP | | Meeting Date | | 02-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | US1308721042 | | Agenda | | 933073912 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 DAVID W. CARTER | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 2 E. KEVIN HRUSOVSKY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 KATHRYN A. TUNSTALL | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE SELECTION BY THE AUDIT COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS INDEPENDENT AUDITORS OF THE COMPANY FOR ITS FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVAL OF OUR 2009 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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DICK’S SPORTING GOODS, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 253393102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | DKS | | Meeting Date | | 03-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US2533931026 | | Agenda | | 933058186 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 WILLIAM J. COLOMBO | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 DAVID I. FUENTE | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 LARRY D. STONE | | | | For | | For |
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2 | | RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. | | Management | | For | | For |
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RIVERBED TECHNOLOGY, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 768573107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | RVBD | | Meeting Date | | 03-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | US7685731074 | | Agenda | | 933067604 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 JERRY M. KENNELLY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 STANLEY J. MERESMAN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM OF RIVERBED TECHNOLOGY, INC. FOR ITS FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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ALSTRIA OFFICE REIT-AKTIENGESELLSCHAFT, HAMBURG |
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Security | | D0378R100 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 10-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | DE000A0LD2U1 | | Agenda | | 701926276 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | AS A CONDITION OF VOTING, GERMAN MARKET REGULATIONS REQUIRE THAT YOU DISCLOSE-WHETHER YOU HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST IN THIS COMPANY. SHOULD EITHER BE THE CASE, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE SO THAT WE MAY LODGE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS ACCORDINGLY. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST, SUBMIT YOUR VOTE AS NORMAL. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THE TRUE RECORD DATE FOR THIS MEETING IS 20 MAY 2009, WHEREAS THE MEETING HAS BEEN SETUP USING THE ACTUAL RECORD DATE - 1 BUSINESS DAY. THIS IS DONE TO ENSURE THAT ALL POSITIONS REPORTED ARE IN CONCURRENCE WITH THE GERMAN LAW. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Presentation of the financial statements and annual report for the 2008 FY with the report of the Supervisory board, the Group financial statements and group annual report as well as the report by the Board of Managing Directors pursuant to sections 289(4) and 315(4) of the German commercial code | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2. | | Resolution on the appropriation of the distributable profit of EUR 28,500,000 as follows: payment of a dividend of EUR 0.52 per no - par share EUR 76,869.68 shall be carried forward ex-dividend and payable date: 29 JUN 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Ratification of the acts of the Board of Managing Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Ratification of the acts of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Appointment of the Auditors: 1) for the 2009 FY: PricewaterhouseCoopers Ag, Berlin; 2) for the review of the interim half-year financial statements: PricewaterhouseCoopers AG, Berlin | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Elect Mr. Roger Lee to the Supervisory Board | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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7. | | Renewal of the authorization to acquire own shares the Company shall be authorized to acquire own shares of up to 10% of its share capital, at prices neither more than 10% above nor more than 20% below the market price of the shares, on or before 09 DEC 2010 the board of Managing Directors shall be authorized to sell the shares on the stock exchange or to offer them to all shareholders, to dispose of the shares in a manner other than the stock exchange or an offer to all shareholders if the shares are sold at a price not materially below their market price, to use the shares in connection with mergers and acquisitions or for satisfying conversion or option rights, to use the shares as: employee shares or within the scope of the company’s stock option plan and the convertible profit-sharing rights programme, and to retire the shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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8.A. | | Approve Issuance of Warrants/Bonds with Warrants Attached/Convertible Bonds without Preemptive Rights up to Aggregate Nominal Amount of EUR 125 Million Approve Creation of EUR 12.8 Million Pool of Conditional Capital to Guarantee Conversion Rights | | Management | | For | | For |
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8.B. | | Approve Issuance of Warrants/Bonds with Warrants Attached/Convertible Bonds without Preemptive Rights up to Aggregate Nominal Amount of EUR 140 Million Approve Creation of EUR 12.8 Million Pool of Capital to Guarantee Conversion Rights | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Amendments to the Articles of Association, regarding the convocations of and attendance at shareholders’ meetings in connection with the implementation of the shareholders’ rights act (arug) a) amendments aa) Section 14(2), in respect of the day of the announcement not being counted bb) Section 14(3), in respect of the registrations and proof of shareholding being transmitted to the Company at least six days prior to the meeting, not counting the day of receipt cc) Section 15(3), in respect of proxy-voting instructions being issues in written form, the company offering at least one way to communicate the instructions via electronic means b) the Board of Managing Directors shall enter the above amendments into the commercial register only if and when the respective provisions of the arug come into effect | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Amendment to Section 17(1), in respect of the general meeting being authorized to adopt a resolution on paying a dividend in kind instead of a cash dividend | | Management | | For | | For |
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TAIWAN SEMICONDUCTOR MFG. CO. LTD. |
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Security | | 874039100 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | TSM | | Meeting Date | | 10-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | US8740391003 | | Agenda | | 933090211 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | TO ACCEPT 2008 BUSINESS REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO APPROVE THE PROPOSAL FOR DISTRIBUTION OF 2008 PROFITS | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO APPROVE THE CAPITALIZATION OF 2008 DIVIDENDS, 2008 EMPLOYEE PROFIT SHARING, AND CAPITAL SURPLUS | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | TO REVISE INTERNAL POLICIES AND RULES AS FOLLOWS: (A) PROCEDURES FOR LENDING FUNDS TO OTHER PARTIES (B) PROCEDURES FOR ENDORSEMENT AND GUARANTEE | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | DIRECTORS | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 MR. MORRIS CHANG | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 MR. F.C. TSENG | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 MR. RICK TSAI | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 MR. TAIN-JY CHEN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 SIR P. LEAHY BONFIELD | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 MR. STAN SHIH | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 MS. CARLY FIORINA | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 MR. THOMAS J ENGIBOUS | | | | For | | For |
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BIOMERIEUX, MARCY L’ETOILE |
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Security | | F1149Y109 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 11-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0010096479 | | Agenda | | 701950493 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | “French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative” | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | Reports of the Board of Directors and the Statutory Auditors | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | Report of the Chairman referred to in Article L.225-37 of the Commercial Code | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | Approval of the agreements referred to in Article L.225-38 of the Commercial Code | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve the unconsolidated accounts for the FYE on 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Approve the consolidated accounts for the FYE on 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve the distribution of profits for the 2008 FY | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Approve the regulated agreements concluded by the Company and presented in the special report of the Statutory Auditors | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.5 | | Authorize the Board of Directors for the Company to buy its own securities | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.6 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to reduce the share capital by cancellation of shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.7 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital by issuing shares or warrants, within the limit of 35% of the share capital, with maintenance of preferential subscription rights of shareholders | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.8 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital by issuing shares or warrants, within the limit of 35% of the share capital, with cancellation of preferential subscription rights | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.9 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital by issuing shares or warrants, within the limit of 10% of the share capital, with cancellation of preferential subscription rights, in accordance with Article L.225-136 1st paragraph 2 of the Commercial Code, within the framework of the issue known as ‘The need arises’ | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.10 | | Authorize the Board of Directors in order to increase the capital, by issuing common shares or any warrants giving access to the capital, with cancellation of preferential subscription rights, within the annual limit of 20% of the capital, through a private placement reserved to qualified investors or to a restricted circle of investors | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.11 | | Approve the powers delegated in order to increase the capital, with cancellation of preferential subscription rights, to remunerate contributions of securities, within the framework of an exchange public offer or contributions in kind on the Company’s securities | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.12 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the number of shares, securities or warrants to be issued in case of a capital increase, with or without preferential subscription rights | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.13 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital by incorporation of reserves, premium, profits or other | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.14 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to carry out a capital increase reserved for the employees who are members of a Company Savings Plan | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.15 | | Grant full powers to the bearer of an original or extract of this report in order to accomplish all legal formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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STAAR SURGICAL COMPANY |
| | | |
Security | | 852312305 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | STAA | | Meeting Date | | 11-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US8523123052 | | Agenda | | 933074469 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 DON BAILEY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 BARRY CALDWELL | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 DAVID BAILEY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 DONALD DUFFY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 5 DAVID MORRISON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 6 JOHN MOORE | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2 | | RATIFY THE SELECTION OF BDO SEIDMAN, LLP, AS STAAR’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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INFINERA CORPORATION |
| | | |
Security | | 45667G103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | INFN | | Meeting Date | | 11-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US45667G1031 | | Agenda | | 933074510 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAN MAYDAN, PH.D. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JAGDEEP SINGH | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM OF INFINERA CORPORATION FOR ITS FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 26, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | APPROVAL OF A STOCK OPTION EXCHANGE PROGRAM. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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AUTODESK, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 052769106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | ADSK | | Meeting Date | | 11-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US0527691069 | | Agenda | | 933075548 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CARL BASS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CRAWFORD W. BEVERIDGE | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: J. HALLAM DAWSON | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PER-KRISTIAN HALVORSEN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: SEAN M. MALONEY | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ELIZABETH A. NELSON | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CHARLES J. ROBEL | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: STEVEN M. WEST | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS AUTODESK’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JANUARY 31, 2010. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE THE 2010 OUTSIDE DIRECTORS’ STOCK PLAN. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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SALESFORCE.COM, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 79466L302 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | CRM | | Meeting Date | | 11-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US79466L3024 | | Agenda | | 933082682 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 CRAIG RAMSEY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 SANFORD ROBERTSON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 MAYNARD WEBB | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JANUARY 31, 2010. | | Management | | For | | For |
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ARKEMA, COLOMBES |
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Security | | F0392W125 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 15-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | FR0010313833 | | Agenda | | 701979140 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST”. A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN AMENDMENT TO MEETING ID 564617 DUE TO RECEIPT OF ADDITIONAL RESOLUTIONS ALL VOTES RECEIVED ON THE PREVIOUS MEETING WILL BE DISREGARDED AND YOU WILL NEED TO REINSTRUCT ON THIS MEETING NOTICE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve the annual accounts for the FYE on 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.2 | | Approve the consolidated accounts for the FYE on 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.3 | | Approve the distribution of profits for the FYE on 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.4 | | Approve the agreement referred to in Article L.225-38 of the Commercial Code. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.5 | | Approve the agreement referred to in Article L.225-42-1 of the Commercial Code | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.6 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to operate on the Company’s shares | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.7 | | Approve the renewal of Mr. Thierry Le Henaff’s mandate as a Board Member | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.8 | | Approve the renewal of Mr. Francois Enaud’s mandate as a Board Member | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.9 | | Approve the renewal of Mr. Bernard Kasriel’s mandate as a Board Member | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.10 | | Approve the renewal of Mr. Laurent Mignon’s mandate as a Board Member | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.11 | | Approve the renewal of Mr. Thierry Morin’s mandate as a Board Member | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.12 | | Approve the renewal of Mr. Jean-Pierre Seeuw’s mandate as a Board Member | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.13 | | Approve the renewal of Mr. Tidjane Thaim’s mandate as a Board Member | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.14 | | Approve the renewal of Mr. Philippe Vassor’s mandate as a Board Member | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.15 | | Approve the nomination of Mr. Marc Pandraud as a Board Member | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
E.16 | | Approve the modification of Article 10.12 of the Statute concerning the terms of the Board Members’ duties | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
E.17 | | Authorize certain Group’s Employees and Corporate Mangers of the Company or Group’s Companies to grant options, giving right to the subscription of new shares or buy the Company’s shares | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
E.18 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to freely allocate the Company’s shares | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
E.19 | | Authorize the Board of Directors in order to carry out capital increase reserved for employees who are members of a Company Savings Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
E.20 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to reduce the share capital by cancellation of shares held by the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
E.21 | | Powers for formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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MEDIACOM COMMUNICATIONS CORPORATION |
| | | |
Security | | 58446K105 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | MCCC | | Meeting Date | | 16-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US58446K1051 | | Agenda | | 933078366 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 ROCCO B. COMMISSO | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 2 MARK E. STEPHAN | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 3 THOMAS V. REIFENHEISER | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 NATALE S. RICCIARDI | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 5 SCOTT W. SEATON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 6 ROBERT L. WINIKOFF | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
02 | | TO AMEND OUR NON-EMPLOYEE DIRECTORS EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF SHARES OF OUR CLASS A COMMON STOCK RESERVED FOR ISSUANCE FROM 500,000 TO 1,250,000. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
03 | | TO RATIFY THE SELECTION OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT AUDITORS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | TO TRANSACT SUCH OTHER BUSINESS AS MAY PROPERLY COME BEFORE THE MEETING OR ANY ADJOURNMENT OR POSTPONEMENT THEREOF. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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KEYENCE CORPORATION |
| | | |
Security | | J32491102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 18-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | JP3236200006 | | Agenda | | 701997059 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | Approve Appropriation of Profits | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
2 | | Amend Articles to: Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the other Updated Laws and Regulations, Expand Business Lines, Adopt Restriction to the Rights for Odd-Lot Shares | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.1 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
3.2 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.3 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.4 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.5 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.6 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4 | | Appoint a Substitute Corporate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
INVERNESS MEDICAL INNOVATIONS, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 46126P106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | IMA | | Meeting Date | | 18-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US46126P1066 | | Agenda | | 933082024 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 CAROL R. GOLDBERG | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 JAMES ROOSEVELT, JR. | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 RON ZWANZIGER | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2 | | APPROVAL OF AN INCREASE TO THE NUMBER OF SHARES OF COMMON STOCK AVAILABLE FOR ISSUANCE UNDER THE INVERNESS MEDICAL INNOVATIONS, INC. 2001 STOCK OPTION AND INCENTIVE PLAN BY 1,000,000, FROM 11,074,081 TO 12,074,081. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3 | | APPROVAL OF AN INCREASE TO THE NUMBER OF SHARES OF COMMON STOCK AVAILABLE FOR ISSUANCE UNDER THE INVERNESS MEDICAL INNOVATIONS, INC. 2001 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN BY 1,000,000, FROM 1,000,000 TO 2,000,000. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF BDO SEIDMAN, LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS FOR OUR FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
RRI ENERGY, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 74971X107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | RRI | | Meeting Date | | 18-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US74971X1072 | | Agenda | | 933093801 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: E. WILLIAM BARNETT | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MARK M. JACOBS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: STEVEN L. MILLER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LAREE E. PEREZ | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: EVAN J. SILVERSTEIN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE SELECTION OF KPMG LLP AS RRI ENERGY, INC.’S INDEPENDENT AUDITOR FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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TOKYO ELECTRON LIMITED |
| | | |
Security | | J86957115 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 19-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | JP3571400005 | | Agenda | | 701974683 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | Please reference meeting materials. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
1. | | Amend Articles to: Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the other Updated Laws and Regulations | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.1 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.2 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.3 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.4 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.5 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.6 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.7 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.8 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.9 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.10 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.11 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.12 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.13 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.1 | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.2 | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
4. | | Approve Payment of Bonuses to Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
DAIWA SECURITIES GROUP INC. |
| | | |
Security | | J11718111 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 20-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | JP3502200003 | | Agenda | | 701977437 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | Please reference meeting materials. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
1. | | Amend Articles to: Expand Business Lines, Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the Other Updated Laws and Regulations | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.1 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.2 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.3 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.4 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.5 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.6 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.7 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.8 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.9 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.10 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.11 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.12 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.13 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.14 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3. | | Approve Issuance of Share Acquisition Rights as Stock Options | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
SANTEN PHARMACEUTICAL CO., LTD. |
| | | |
Security | | J68467109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 24-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | JP3336000009 | | Agenda | | 701982488 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | Please reference meeting materials. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
1. | | Approve Appropriation of Retained Earnings | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2. | | Amend Articles to: Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the Other Updated Laws and Regulations | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.1 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.2 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.3 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.4 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.5 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.6 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.7 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4. | | Approve Provision of Retirement Allowance for Retiring Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5. | | Approve Issuance of Share Acquisition Rights as Stock Options for the Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
6. | | Approve Issuance of Share Acquisition Rights as Stock Options for the Corporate Officers | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
SQUARE ENIX HOLDINGS CO., LTD. |
| | | |
Security | | J7659R109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 24-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | JP3164630000 | | Agenda | | 701982692 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | Please reference meeting materials. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
1. | | Approve Appropriation of Retained Earnings | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2. | | Amend Articles to: Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the Other Updated Laws and Regulations | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.1 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.2 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.3 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.4 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.5 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4. | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
THE HACHIJUNI BANK, LTD. |
| | | |
Security | | J17976101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 24-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | JP3769000005 | | Agenda | | 701991184 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | Please reference meeting materials. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
1. | | Approve Appropriation of Retained Earnings | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2. | | Amend Articles to: Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the Other Updated Laws and Regulations | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.1 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.2 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.3 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.4 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
THE CHUGOKU BANK, LIMITED |
| | | |
Security | | J07014103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 24-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | JP3521000004 | | Agenda | | 701998330 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | Approve Appropriation of Profits | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2 | | Amend Articles to: Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the other Updated Laws and Regulations, Allow Board to Make Rules Governing Exercise of Shareholders’ Rights | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
3.1 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.2 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.3 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.4 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.5 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.6 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.7 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.8 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.9 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.10 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.11 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.12 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.13 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.14 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.15 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4 | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5 | | Approve Payment of Bonuses to Directors and Corporate Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
6 | | Approve Provision of Retirement Allowance for Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
7 | | Approve Payment of Accrued Benefits associated with Abolition of Retirement Benefit System for Current Corporate Officers | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
8 | | Amend the Compensation to be received by Directors and Corporate Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
9 | | Authorize Use of Stock Option Plan for Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
QIAGEN N.V. |
| | | |
Security | | N72482107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | QGEN | | Meeting Date | | 24-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | NL0000240000 | | Agenda | | 933098825 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | PROPOSAL TO ADOPT THE ANNUAL ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2008 (“FISCAL YEAR 2008”). | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | TO APPROVE THE PERFORMANCE OF THE MANAGING BOARD DURING FISCAL YEAR 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | TO APPROVE PERFORMANCE OF THE SUPERVISORY BOARD DURING FISCAL YEAR 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4A | | ELECTION OF SUPERVISORY DIRECTOR: PROF. DR. DETLEV RIESNER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4B | | ELECTION OF SUPERVISORY DIRECTOR: DR. WERNER BRANDT | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4C | | ELECTION OF SUPERVISORY DIRECTOR: DR. METIN COLPAN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4D | | ELECTION OF SUPERVISORY DIRECTOR: MR. ERIK HORNNAESS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4E | | ELECTION OF SUPERVISORY DIRECTOR: PROF. DR. MANFRED KAROBATH | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4F | | ELECTION OF SUPERVISORY DIRECTOR: MR. HEINO VON PRONDZYNSKI | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5A | | ELECTION OF MANAGING DIRECTOR: MR. PEER SCHATZ | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5B | | ELECTION OF MANAGING DIRECTOR: MR. ROLAND SACKERS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5C | | ELECTION OF MANAGING DIRECTOR: DR. JOACHIM SCHORR | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5D | | ELECTION OF MANAGING DIRECTOR: MR. BERND UDER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
06 | | PROPOSAL TO REAPPOINT ERNST & YOUNG ACCOUNTANTS AS AUDITORS OF THE COMPANY FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
07 | | TO AUTHORIZE THE MANAGING BOARD, UNTIL DECEMBER 24, 2010, TO ACQUIRE SHARES IN THE COMPANY’S OWN SHARE CAPITAL. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
NOMURA HOLDINGS, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | J59009159 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 25-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | JP3762600009 | | Agenda | | 701979900 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | Please reference meeting materials. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
1. | | Amend Articles to: Establish Articles Related to Preferred Stock (The proposed amendment will not result in an amendment to the authorized number of shares of the Company), Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the Other Updated Laws and Regulations | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.1 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.2 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.3 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.4 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.5 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.6 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
2.7 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.8 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.9 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.10 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.11 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
2.12 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3. | | Issuance of Stock Acquisition Rights as Stock Options to Executives and Employees of Subsidiaries of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
TAKEDA PHARMACEUTICAL COMPANY LIMITED |
| | | |
Security | | J8129E108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 25-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | JP3463000004 | | Agenda | | 701984761 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | Please reference meeting materials. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
1. | | Approve Appropriation of Retained Earnings | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2. | | Amend Articles to: Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the Other Updated Laws and Regulations | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.1 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.2 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.3 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.4 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.5 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.6 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4.1 | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4.2 | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
5. | | Approve Payment of Bonuses to Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
KAO CORPORATION |
| | | |
Security | | J30642169 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 26-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | JP3205800000 | | Agenda | | 701977297 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | Please reference meeting materials. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
1. | | Approve Appropriation of Retained Earnings | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2. | | Amend Articles to: Change Business Lines, Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the other Updated Laws and Regulations | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3. | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4. | | Appoint a Substitute Corporate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5. | | Delegation to the Meeting of the Board of Directors of the Company of Determination of Matters for Offering of Stock Acquisition Rights to be Issued as Stock Options | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
SUZUKI MOTOR CORPORATION |
| | | |
Security | | J78529138 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 26-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | JP3397200001 | | Agenda | | 701977413 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | Please reference meeting materials. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
1. | | Approve Appropriation of Retained Earnings | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2. | | Amend Articles to: Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the other Updated Laws and Regulations | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.1 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.2 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.3 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.4 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.5 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.6 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.7 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.8 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.9 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.10 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.11 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4. | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5. | | Approve Payment of Bonuses to Corporate Officers | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
THE SUMITOMO TRUST AND BANKING COMPANY, LIMITED |
| | | |
Security | | J77970101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 26-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | JP3405000005 | | Agenda | | 701988074 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | Please reference meeting materials. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
1. | | Approve Appropriation of Retained Earnings | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2. | | Amend Articles to: Increase Authorized Capital to 3,400,000,000 shs., Establish Articles Related to Class 2 Preferred Shares, Class 3 Preferred Shares and Class 4 Preferred Shares and Class Shareholders Meetings, Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the Other Updated Laws and Regulations | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.1 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.2 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.3 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.4 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.5 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.6 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.7 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.8 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.9 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.10 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.11 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.12 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4.1 | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4.2 | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
FANUC LTD. |
| | | |
Security | | J13440102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 26-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | JP3802400006 | | Agenda | | 701990877 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | Please reference meeting materials. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
1. | | Approve Appropriation of Retained Earnings | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2. | | Amend Articles to: Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the Other Updated Laws and Regulations | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.1 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.2 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.3 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.4 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.5 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.6 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.7 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.8 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.9 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.10 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.11 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.12 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.13 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.14 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4. | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
MITSUBISHI UFJ FINANCIAL GROUP, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | J44497105 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 26-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | JP3902900004 | | Agenda | | 701996110 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | Please reference meeting materials. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
1. | | Approve Appropriation of Retained Earnings | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2. | | Amend Articles to: Allow Use of Electronic Systems for Public Notifications, Reduce Authorized Capital to 33,920,001,000 shs. due to the retirement of Class 8 Preferred Shares and Class 12 Preferred Shares, Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the Other Updated Laws and Regulations | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.1 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.2 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.3 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.4 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.5 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.6 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.7 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.8 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.9 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.10 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.11 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.12 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.13 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.14 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.15 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
3.16 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.17 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
4.1 | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4.2 | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
4.3 | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
4.4 | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
SANKYO CO., LTD. |
| | | |
Security | | J67844100 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 26-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | JP3326410002 | | Agenda | | 702005352 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | Approve Appropriation of Profits | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2 | | Amend Articles to: Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the other Updated Laws and Regulations | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
KOMERI CO., LTD. |
| | | |
Security | | J3590M101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 26-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | JP3305600003 | | Agenda | | 702013513 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | Approve Appropriation of Profits | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2 | | Amend Articles to: Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the other Updated Laws and Regulations, Expand Business Lines | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.1 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.2 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.3 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.4 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.5 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
3.6 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.7 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.8 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4 | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5 | | Approve Provision of Retirement Allowance for Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
6 | | Approve Extension of Anti-Takeover Defense Measures | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | | | |
ORTHOFIX INTERNATIONAL N.V. |
| | | |
Security | | N6748L102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | OFIX | | Meeting Date | | 30-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | ANN6748L1027 | | Agenda | | 933110277 - Management |
| | | | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 JAMES F. GERO | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 JERRY C. BENJAMIN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 CHARLES W. FEDERICO | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 GUY J. JORDAN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 5 THOMAS J. KESTER | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 6 ALAN W. MILINAZZO | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 7 MARIA SAINZ | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 8 WALTER P. VON WARTBURG | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 9 KENNETH R. WEISSHAAR | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE AMENDMENT AND RESTATEMENT OF THE AMENDED AND RESTATED 2004 LONG-TERM INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
03 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE AMENDED AND RESTATED STOCK PURCHASE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE THE MATERIAL TERMS FOR THE PAYMENT OF INCENTIVE COMPENSATION TO THE COMPANY’S MOST HIGHLY COMPENSATED EXECUTIVE OFFICERS TO PERMIT SECTION 162(M) DEDUCTIBILITY. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
05 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE THE BALANCE SHEET AND INCOME STATEMENT AT AND FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
06 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE SELECTION OF ERNST & YOUNG AS THE INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR ORTHOFIX AND ITS SUBSIDIARIES FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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SALESFORCE.COM, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 79466L302 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | CRM | | Meeting Date | | 10-Jul-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US79466L3024 | | Agenda | | 932916022 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 MARC BENIOFF | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 CRAIG CONWAY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 ALAN HASSENFELD | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JANUARY 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE COMPANY’S 2004 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN TO ELIMINATE THE ANNUAL AUTOMATIC SHARE REPLENISHMENT FROM SUCH PLAN AND INCREASE THE NUMBER OF SHARES AUTHORIZED FOR GRANT BY AN INCREMENTAL 7,500,000 SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE COMPANY’S 2004 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN TO ENABLE INCENTIVE COMPENSATION UNDER SUCH PLAN TO QUALIFY AS “PERFORMANCE BASED COMPENSATION” WITHIN THE MEANING OF INTERNAL REVENUE CODE SECTION 162(M). | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
THE E.W. SCRIPPS COMPANY |
| | | |
Security | | 811054204 | | Meeting Type | | Special |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | SSP | | Meeting Date | | 15-Jul-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US8110542045 | | Agenda | | 932928611 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | TO APPROVE THE AMENDMENT TO THE COMPANY’S AMENDED AND RESTATED ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION TO EFFECT THE 1-FOR-3 REVERSE SHARE SPLIT AND CORRESPONDING REDUCTION IN STATED CAPITAL. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
SUEZ, PARIS |
| | | |
Security | | F90131115 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 16-Jul-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | FR0000120529 | | Agenda | | 701640561 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
E.1 | | Approve the Merger by absorption of rivolam | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
E.2 | | Approve the spin-off of Suez environment | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.3 | | Approve the distribution of 65% of Suez environment to Suez’s shareholders | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.4 | | Approve the Special Auditors’ report regarding related-party transactions | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
E.5 | | Approve the Merger by absorption of Suez by GDF | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.6 | | Grant authority for the filing of the required documents/other formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
ALSIUS CORPORATION |
| | | |
Security | | 021211107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | ALUS | | Meeting Date | | 16-Jul-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US0212111076 | | Agenda | | 932925665 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 PAUL A. BROOKE | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 JACK W. LASERSOHN | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE, LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
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THE GREAT ATLANTIC & PACIFIC TEA CO INC. |
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Security | | 390064103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | GAP | | Meeting Date | | 17-Jul-2008 |
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ISIN | | US3900641032 | | Agenda | | 932928039 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 J.D. BARLINE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 J.J. BOECKEL | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 B. GAUNT | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 A. GULDIN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 C.W.E. HAUB | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 D. KOURKOUMELIS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 E. LEWIS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 G. MAYS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 M.B. TART-BEZER | | | | For | | For |
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CIA SANEAMENTO MINAS GERAIS SA |
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Security | | P28269101 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 21-Jul-2008 |
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ISIN | | BRCSMGACNOR5 | | Agenda | | 701655980 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
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I. | | Elect a Member of the Board of Directors and a Member of the Finance Committee of the Company, by appointment of the majority shareholder | | Management | | For | | For |
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II. | | Approve the donation, in return, of the real property in reference to the land where the elevated reservoir of 15 cubic meters was located, with 140 square meters, located at Rua Oito, no street number, Bairro Jardim Nova Espera NCA, in Areado, state of Minas Gerias, since the same was originally donated to Copasa MG by said municipality, in accordance with the recommendation of the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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III. | | Approve the donation, in return, of real properties in reference to the pieces of land on which were located the water towers for treated water and the points at which water was drawn from the Streams Manoel Jose, with 1655 square meters, Jose Junq Ueira with 72 square meters, and Campestre, with 492 square meters, situated in Campestre, State of Minas Gerais, since the same were originally donated to Copasa MG by said municipality, in accordance with the recommendation of the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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MACQUARIE GROUP LIMITED |
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Security | | Q57085104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 23-Jul-2008 |
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ISIN | | AU000000MQG1 | | Agenda | | 701647197 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Receive the financial report, the Directors’ report and the Auditor’s report of Macquarie for the YE 31 MAR 2008 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2. | | Adopt the remuneration report of Macquarie for the YE 31 MAR 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Re-elect Dr. H.M. Nugent as a voting Director of Macquarie | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Elect Dr. J.R. Niland as a voting Director of Macquarie effective on the conclusion of this meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Elect Mr. P.M. Kirby as a voting Director effective on the conclusion of this meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Approve the participation in the Macquarie group Employee Share Option Plan [Plan] as to maximum of 243,900 options, by Mr. NW Moore, Managing Director or, if Mr. Moore so elects, a controlled Company, as specified and acquisition accordingly by Mr. NW Moore or his controlled Company of options up to the stated maximum and, in consequence of exercise of those options, of ordinary shares of Macquarie, all in accordance with the terms of the plan and on the basis, as specified | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Approve to issue of up to 6,000,000 Macquarie convertible preference securities by Macquarie capital loans Management Limited [ABN 18 077 595 012] [Issuer] as the responsible entity of the Macquarie CPS Trust, on the terms and conditions, as specified | | Management | | For | | For |
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CARREFOUR SA, PARIS |
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Security | | F13923119 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 28-Jul-2008 |
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ISIN | | FR0000120172 | | Agenda | | 701628870 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global-Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN MIX MEETING. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Ratify the appointment of Mr. Bernard Arnault as a Member of the Supervisory Board, to replace Mr. Robert Halley, for the remainder of Mr. Robert Halley’s term of office | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.2 | | Approve to decides that the Company, instead of being ruled by an Executive Committee and a Supervisory Board, shall be ruled by a Board of Director and a General Manager, it notes that the present resolution cancels the terms of office of the Members of the Executive Committee and of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.3 | | Approve to cancel the drawing from a distributable profit of the required sum to be paid to the shareholders, as first dividend, i.e a 6% interest on the amount released and not refunded their shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.4 | | Approve to overhaul the Articles of the Bylaws in order to adapt them to the legal provisions in force | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.5 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and approve to transfer to the Board of Directors the authorization previously granted to the Executive Committee by the extraordinary shareholders’ meetings of 15 APR 2008 [Resolutions 12, 13, 14] and 30 APR 2007 [Resolution 10] | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.6 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and approve to transfer to the Board of Directors the authorization previously granted to the Executive Committee by the ordinary shareholders’ meeting of 15 APR 2008 in its Resolution 11 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.7 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint Mr. Rene Abate as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.8 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint Mr. Bernard Arnault as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.9 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint Mr. Sebastien Bazin as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.10 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint Mr. Nicolas Bazire as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.11 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint Mr. Jean Laurent Bonnafe as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.12 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint Mr. Thierry Breton as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.13 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, appoint Mr. Rene Brillet as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.14 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint Mr. Charles Edelstenne as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.15 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint Mr. Jean Martin Folz as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.16 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint Mr. Jose Luis Leal Maldonado as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.17 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint Mr. Amauryde Seze as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.18 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint Mrs. Anne Claire Taittinger as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.19 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and appoint the Members of the Board of Directors for a 3 year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.20 | | Adopt the Resolutions 2, 3 and 4, and approve to award total annual fees of EUR 900,000.00 to the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.21 | | Grants full powers to the bearer of an original, a copy or extract of the minutes of this meeting to carry out all filings, publications and other formalities prescribed By-Law | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO CHANGE IN MEETING DATE AND RECORD DATE. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO CHANGE IN SECOND CALL DATE. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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NATIONAL GRID PLC, LONDON |
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Security | | G6375K151 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 28-Jul-2008 |
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ISIN | | GB00B08SNH34 | | Agenda | | 701644569 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Receive the annual reports and accounts | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Declare a final dividend of 21.3 pence per ordinary share | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Re-elect Mr. Bob Catell as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Re-elect Mr. Tom King as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Re-elect Mr. Philip Aiken as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Re-elect Mr. John Allan as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Re-appoint PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as the Auditor of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Authorize the Directors to set the Auditors’ remuneration | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Approve the Directors’ remuneration report | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Authorize the Directors to issue of equity or equity linked securities with pre-emptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of GBP 94,936,979 | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.11 | | Grant authority for the issue of equity or equity-linked securities without pre-emptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of GBP 14,240,547 | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.12 | | Authorize the Company to purchase 249,936,128 ordinary shares for Market Purchase | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.13 | | Adopt the new Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO RECEIPT OF AMOUNT IN RESOLUTIONS 10, 11 AND 12. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS-PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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COMPANHIA DE SANEAMENTO BASICO DO ESTADO DE SAO PA |
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Security | | P8228H104 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 28-Jul-2008 |
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ISIN | | BRSBSPACNOR5 | | Agenda | | 701652047 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | IMPORTANT MARKET PROCESSING REQUIREMENT: A BENEFICIAL OWNER SIGNED POWER OF ATTORNEY (POA) IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO LODGE AND EXECUTE YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MARKET. ABSENCE OF A POA, MAY CAUSE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS TO BE REJECTED. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Amend the Corporate Bylaws that will amend and renumber the Chapters and the Articles in the following manner: Chapter I Articles 1 and 2, Chapter II Articles 3 and 4, Chapter III Article 5, Chapter IV Article 6, Chapter V Articles 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13 and 14, Chapter VI Articles 15, 16, 17, 18 and 19, Chapter VII Articles 20, 21 and 22, Chapter VIII Articles 23, 24, 25, 26 and 27, Chapter IX Articles 28 and 29, Chapter X, Articles 30, Chapter XI Article 31, Chapter XII Articles 32, 33, 34, 35, 36 and 37, Chapter XIII Article 38, Chapter XIV Articles 39, 40, 41, 42 and 43, Chapter XV Article 44 and Chapter XVI Articles 45 and 46 | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Elect a Member of the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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SUEDZUCKER AG, MANNHEIM |
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Security | | D82781101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 29-Jul-2008 |
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ISIN | | DE0007297004 | | Agenda | | 701614009 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | AS A CONDITION OF VOTING, GERMAN MARKET REGULATIONS REQUIRE THAT YOU DISCLOSE WHETHER YOU HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST IN THIS COMPANY. SHOULD EITHER BE THE CASE, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE SO THAT WE MAY LODGE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS ACCORDINGLY. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST, SUBMIT YOUR VOTE AS NORMAL. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THE TRUE RECORD DATE FOR THIS MEETING IS 08 JUL 2008, WHEREAS THE MEETING HAS BEEN SETUP USING THE ACTUAL RECORD DATE 1 BUSINESS DAY. THIS IS DONE TO ENSURE THAT ALL POSITIONS REPORTED ARE IN CONCURRENCE WITH THE GERMAN LAW. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Presentation of the financial statements and annual report for the 2007/2008 FY with the report of the Supervisory Board, the Group financial statements and annual report | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2. | | Resolution on the appropriation of the distributable profit of EUR 75,747,118.06 as follows: payment of a dividend of EUR 0.40 per share EUR 5,674.86 shall be carried forward ex-dividend and payable date: 30 JUL 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Ratification of the acts of the Board of Managing Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Ratification of the acts of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Appointment of the Auditors for the 2008/2009 FY: PricewaterhouseCoopers Ag, Frankfurt | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Authorization to issue profit sharing certificates or bonds, the creation of contingent capital II, and the corresponding amendments to the Article of Association the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized, with the consent of the Supervisory Board, to issue profit sharing certificates or bonds of up to EUR 400,000,000, conferring a conversion or option right for new shares of the Company, on or before 28 JUL 2013, shareholders shall be granted subscription rights, except for residual amounts, and insofar as the profit sharing certificates or bonds are issued at a price not materially below their theoretical market value, as well as for the granting of subscription rights to holders of previously granted option or conversion rights. the share capital shall be increased by up to EUR 15,000,000 through the issue of up to 15,000,000 new bearer shares, insofar as conversion or option rights are exercised | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Authorization to acquire own shares the Company shall be authorized to acquire own shares of up to 10% of its share capital, at prices not deviating more than 10% from the market price, on or before 23 JAN 2010, the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized to dispose of the shares in a manner other than the stock exchange or a rights offering if the shares a resold at a price not materially below their market price, to use the shares for acquisition purposes or for the fulfillment conversion or option rights, and to retire the shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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ELECTRONIC ARTS INC. |
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Security | | 285512109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ERTS | | Meeting Date | | 31-Jul-2008 |
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ISIN | | US2855121099 | | Agenda | | 932927594 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LEONARD S. COLEMAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GARY M. KUSIN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GREGORY B. MAFFEI | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: VIVEK PAUL | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LAWRENCE F. PROBST III | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN S. RICCITIELLO | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RICHARD A. SIMONSON | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LINDA J. SRERE | | Management | | For | | For |
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2 | | AMENDMENTS TO THE 2000 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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3 | | AMENDMENTS TO THE 2000 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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4 | | RATIFICATION OF APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS INDEPENDENT AUDITORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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THQ INC. |
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Security | | 872443403 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | THQI | | Meeting Date | | 31-Jul-2008 |
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ISIN | | US8724434035 | | Agenda | | 932930274 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 BRIAN J. FARRELL | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 LAWRENCE BURSTEIN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 HENRY T. DENERO | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 BRIAN P. DOUGHERTY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 JEFFREY W. GRIFFITHS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 GARY E. RIESCHEL | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 JAMES L. WHIMS | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE THQ INC. 2006 LONG-TERM INCENTIVE PLAN: TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF SHARES THAT WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR ISSUANCE BY 5.5 MILLION SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE THQ INC. EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN: TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF SHARES OF COMMON STOCK RESERVED FOR ISSUANCE BY 500,000. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | RATIFICATION OF THE INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM: TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE COMPANY’S FISCAL YEAR ENDING MARCH 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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MEDTRONIC, INC. |
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Security | | 585055106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | MDT | | Meeting Date | | 21-Aug-2008 |
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ISIN | | US5850551061 | | Agenda | | 932935488 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 VICTOR J. DZAU, M.D. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 WILLIAM A. HAWKINS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 SHIRLEY A. JACKSON, PHD | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 DENISE M. O’LEARY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 JEAN-PIERRE ROSSO | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 JACK W. SCHULER | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS MEDTRONIC’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO APPROVE THE MEDTRONIC, INC. 2008 STOCK AWARD AND INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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SAMSUNG SDI CO LTD |
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Security | | Y74866107 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 04-Sep-2008 |
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ISIN | | KR7006400006 | | Agenda | | 701669662 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT ABSTAIN IS NOT A VALID VOTING OPTION FOR THIS MEETING | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve the spin-off | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THE ISSUING COMPANY WILL OWN 100 % OF SHARES OF THE NEWLY ESTABLISHED COMPANY RESULTED AFTER THIS SPIN-OFF. THIS SPIN-OFF DOES NOT AFFECT ON YOUR HOLDINGS. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO ADDITION OF COMMENT. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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MICRUS ENDOVASCULAR CORPORATION |
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Security | | 59518V102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | MEND | | Meeting Date | | 16-Sep-2008 |
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ISIN | | US59518V1026 | | Agenda | | 932941734 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 L. NELSON HOPKINS, M.D. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 FRANCIS J. SHAMMO | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING MARCH 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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UBISOFT ENTERTAINMENT, MONTREUIL |
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Security | | F9396N106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 22-Sep-2008 |
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ISIN | | FR0000054470 | | Agenda | | 701684804 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A MIX MEETING. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Receive the reports of the Board of Directors and the Auditors, approve the Company’s financial statements for the YE on 31 MAR 2008; as presented earnings for the FY EUR 75,212,163 accordingly, grant permanent discharge to the Directors for the performance of their duties during the said FY | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Approve the recommendations of the Board of Directors and resolves that the income for FY be appropriated as follows: earnings for the FY: EUR 75,212,163.38 legal reserves EUR 12,823.40, other reserves: EUR 75,199,399.98 in accordance with the regulations in force, the shareholders meeting recalls that no dividend was paid for the previous 3 FY | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Receive the reports of the Board of Directors and the Auditors, approve the consolidated financial statements for the said FY | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Receive the special report of the Auditors on agreements governed by Article L.225.40 of the French Commercial Code and approve the Agreements, referred to therein | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to buy back the Company’s shares on the open market, subject to the conditions specified: maximum purchase price: EUR 120.00, maximum number of shares to be acquired: 10% of the share capital, maximum funds invested in the share buybacks: EUR 555,578,304.00; [Authority expires at the end of 18-month period]; the shareholders meeting delegates all powers to the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities this authorization supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders by the meeting 04 JUL 2007 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.6 | | Grant full powers to the bearer of an original, a copy or extract of the minutes of this meeting to carry out all filings, publications and other formalities prescribed by Law | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.7 | | Grant authority to the Board of Directors to reduce the share capital on one or more occasions and its sole discretion, by canceling all or part of the shares held by the Company in connection with a stock repurchase plan up to a maximum of 10% of the share capital over a 24 month period, [Authority expires at the end of 18-month period] the shareholders meeting delegates all powers to the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities, the share holders meeting delegates to the Board of Directors all powers to charge the share issuance costs against the related premiums this authorization supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders by the meeting 04 JUL 2007 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.8 | | Authorize the Board of Directors the necessary powers to increase the capital, on 1 or more occasions in France or abroad, by a maximum nominal amount of EUR 2,000,000.00 by issuance, with preferred subscription rights maintained, of shares and or account securities this amount shall count against the overall value of EUR 4,000,000.00 set forth in resolution number 16 the maximum nominal amount of debt securities which may be issued shall not exceed EUR 400,000,000.00 this amount is common to issued under the delegation of present shareholders meeting [Authority expires at the end of 26 month period]; this delegation of powers supersedes any and all earlier delegation to the same effect the shareholders meeting delegates all powers to the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities, the shareholders’ meeting delegates to the Board of Directors, all powers to charge the share issuance costs against the related premiums | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.9 | | Authorize the Board of Directors the necessary powers to increase the capital, on 1 or more occasions in France or abroad, by a maximum nominal amount of EUR 2,000,000.00 by issuance, with preferred subscription rights maintained, of shares and or securities the maximum nominal amount of debt securities which may be issued shall not exceed EUR 400,000,000.00 this amount is common to all securities which may be issued under the delegation of present shareholders meeting [Authority expires at the end of 26 month period]; this delegation of powers supersedes any and all earlier delegation to the same effect the shareholders meeting delegates all powers to the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities, the shareholders’ meeting delegates to the Board of Directors, all powers to charge the share issuance costs against the related premiums | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.10 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital, on 1 or more occasions at its sole discretion, in favor of employees and corporate officers of the Company and related Companies who are Members of a Company Savings Plan; [Authority expires at the end of 26-month period] and for a nominal amount that shall not exceed 0.2% of the share capital; this amount shall count against the overall value set forth in resolution number 16 the shareholders meeting decides to cancel the shareholders preferential subscription rights the shareholders meeting Delegates all powers to the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities, the shareholders’ meeting delegates to the Board of Directors all powers to charge the share issuance costs against the related premiums and deduct from the premiums the amounts necessary to raise the legal reserves to one tenth of the new capital after each increase, this delegation powers supersedes any and all earlier Delegations to the same effect | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.11 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to proceed in 1 or more issue, with the issuance of warrants giving right to subscribe to shares the amount of shares which may be subscribed or purchased by the beneficiaries of warrants shall not exceed 3.4 % of the share capital party contact narrative the nominal amount of the share capital increase to be carried out under this delegation shall count against the overall value set forth in resolution number 16 the shareholders meeting resolves to waive the preferential subscription rights of the share holders to the warrants giving right to subscribe to shares the shareholders meeting delegates all powers to the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities to charge the share issuance costs against the related premiums and deduct from the premiums the amount necessary to raise the legal reserves to one tenth of the new capital after each increase this authorization granted to shareholders meeting of 04 JUL 2007 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.12 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to grant for free, on 1 or more occasions existing or future shares, in favour of the employees and corporate officers of the Company and related Companies they may not represent more than 1% of the share capital [Authority expires at the end of 38-month period] and for a nominal amount of share capital increase to be carried out under this delegation shall count against the overall value of EUR 4,000,000.00 set forth in resolution number 16 the share holders meeting decides to cancel the shareholders preferential subscription rights the shareholders meeting Delegates all powers to the Board of Directors all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities this authorization supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders meeting of 04 JUL 2007 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.13 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital, on 1 or more occasions, at its sole discretion, in favour of the employees and corporate officers of the Company [Authority expires at the end of 18-month period] and for a nominal amount that shall not exceed 0.4 % of the share capital this amount shall count against the overall value of EUR 4,000,000.00 set forth in resolution number 16 the shareholders meeting decides to cancel the shareholders preferential subscription rights the shareholders meeting Delegates all powers to the Board of Directors all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities this delegation supersedes any and all earlier delegation to the same effect | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.14 | | Authorize the Board of Directors the necessary powers to increase the capital, on 1 or more occasions in France or abroad, by a maximum nominal amount of EUR 2,000,000.00 by issuance of shares and or securities; [Authority expires at the end of 18 month period]; this amount shall count against the overall value set forth in resolution number 16 the shareholder meeting decides to cancel the shareholders preferentail subscription rights; the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities the shareholders meetings delegates to the Board of Directors, all powers to chare the share issuance costs against the related preminums this supersedes any and all earlier delegation to the same effect | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.15 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital, up to 10% of the share capital, by way of issuing the shares or securities giving access to the capital, in consideration for the contributions in kind granted to the Company and comprised of capital securities or sescurities giving access to share capital, this amount shall count against the overall values set forth in resolution number 16 [Authority expires at the end of the 26 months] approve to cancel the shareholders’ preferential subscription rights, authorize the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and acomplish all necessary formalities, this delegation of powers supersedes any and all earlier delegations to the same effect | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.16 | | Approve the maximal nominal amount of the capital increases ton be carried out under the delegations of authority number 8,9,10,11,12,13,14 and 15 shall not exceed EUR 4,000,000.00 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.17 | | Receive the report of the Board of Directors, the shareholders meeting decides that the various delegations given by the resolutions N 8 to 15 at the present meeting shall be used in whole or in part in accordance with the legal provisions in force, during periods when cash or stock tender offers are in effect for the Company’s share for an 18 month period, starting from the date of the present meeting, authorize the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.18 | | Approve to divide by 2 nominal value of the shares from EUR 0.155 to EUR 0.0775 the shareholders’ and authorize the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all formalities; amend the Article No 4 of the Byelaws | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.19 | | Grant full powers to the Bearer of an original, a copy or extract of the minutes of this meeting to carry out all filings, publications and other formalities prescribed By Law | | Management | | For | | For |
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JACKSON HEWITT TAX SERVICE INC. |
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Security | | 468202106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | JTX | | Meeting Date | | 23-Sep-2008 |
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ISIN | | US4682021062 | | Agenda | | 932944653 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ULYSSES L. BRIDGEMAN, JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RODMAN L. DRAKE | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | PROPOSAL TO AMEND AMENDED AND RESTATED CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION TO ELIMINATE THE CLASSIFICATION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS BEGINNING WITH THE 2009 ANNUAL MEETING. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | ADVISORY (NON-BINDING) VOTE ON EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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04 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE SELECTION OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING APRIL 30, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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SHIRE PLC |
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Security | | G8124V108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 24-Sep-2008 |
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ISIN | | JE00B2QKY057 | | Agenda | | 701688799 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Elect Mr. Matthew Emmens as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Elect Mr. Angus Russell as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Elect Mr. Graham Hetherington as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Elect Dr. Barry Price as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Elect Mr. David Kappler as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Elect Dr. Jeffrey Leiden as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Elect Mr. Patrick Langlois as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Elect Ms. Kate Nealon as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Elect Mr. David Mott as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Elect Dr. Michael Rosenblatt as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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11. | | Appoint Deloitte & Touche LLP as the Auditors of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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12. | | Authorize the audit, Compliance and Risk Committee to fix the remuneration of the Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
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13. | | Grant authority to issue of equity or equity-linked securities with pre-emptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of GBP 9,331,949 | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.14 | | Grant authority to issue of equity or equity-linked securities without pre-emptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of GBP 1,399,792 | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.15 | | Grant authority to 55,991,697 ordinary shares for market purchase | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.16 | | Approve to change the Company name to Shire Plc | | Management | | For | | For |
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DELTA AIR LINES, INC. |
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Security | | 247361702 | | Meeting Type | | Special |
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Ticker Symbol | | DAL | | Meeting Date | | 25-Sep-2008 |
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ISIN | | US2473617023 | | Agenda | | 932945756 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | APPROVE THE ISSUANCE OF DELTA COMMON STOCK, IN THE MERGER CONTEMPLATED BY THE AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER, DATED AS OF APRIL 14, 2008, BY AND AMONG DELTA AIR LINES, INC., NAUTILUS MERGER CORPORATION AND NORTHWEST AIRLINES CORPORATION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE DELTA 2007 PERFORMANCE COMPENSATION PLAN TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF SHARES OF DELTA COMMON STOCK ISSUABLE UNDER THE PLAN BY A NUMBER OF SHARES EQUAL TO 15% OF DELTA’S OUTSTANDING EQUITY CAPITALIZATION, DETERMINED ON A FULLY-DILUTED BASIS AT THE CLOSING OF THE MERGER, ALL AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE PROXY STATEMENT. | | Management | | For | | For |
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FEDEX CORPORATION |
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Security | | 31428X106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | FDX | | Meeting Date | | 29-Sep-2008 |
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ISIN | | US31428X1063 | | Agenda | | 932946594 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JAMES L. BARKSDALE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: AUGUST A. BUSCH IV | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN A. EDWARDSON | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JUDITH L. ESTRIN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: J.R. HYDE, III | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: SHIRLEY A. JACKSON | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: STEVEN R. LORANGER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GARY W. LOVEMAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: FREDERICK W. SMITH | | Management | | For | | For |
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1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOSHUA I. SMITH | | Management | | For | | For |
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1K | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PAUL S. WALSH | | Management | | For | | For |
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1L | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PETER S. WILLMOTT | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT TO INCENTIVE STOCK PLAN TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF OPTION SHARES AND RESTRICTED SHARES ISSUABLE UNDER THE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | RATIFICATION OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING INDEPENDENT BOARD CHAIRMAN. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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05 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING SHAREHOLDER VOTE ON EXECUTIVE PAY. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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MISYS PLC |
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Security | | G61572148 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 30-Sep-2008 |
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ISIN | | GB0003857850 | | Agenda | | 701687139 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Receive the 2008 Directors report the financial statements and the auditors report | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the remuneration report | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Declare a final dividend of 4.95p per ordinary share | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Re-elect Mr. Al-Noor Ramji as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Re-appoint the Auditors and authorize the Directors to set their remuneration | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Authorize the Directors to allot relevant securities generally | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.7 | | Authorize the Directors to allot securities for cash within specified limits | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.8 | | Grant authority to purchase of own shares in the market | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Grant authority to the making of EU political donations | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.10 | | Adopt new Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
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11. | | Approve to establish the Misys Omnibus Share Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
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12. | | Grant authority to offer plans similar to the Misys Omnibus Share Plan in overseas territories | | Management | | For | | For |
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13. | | Approve to establish the Misys Share Incentive Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
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14. | | Grant authority to offer plans similar to the Misys Share Incentive Plan in overseas territories | | Management | | For | | For |
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BOSTON PRIVATE FINANCIAL HOLDINGS, INC. |
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Security | | 101119105 | | Meeting Type | | Special |
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Ticker Symbol | | BPFH | | Meeting Date | | 30-Sep-2008 |
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ISIN | | US1011191053 | | Agenda | | 932953676 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | COMPANY PROPOSAL TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE COMPANY’S RESTATED ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF AUTHORIZED SHARES OF COMMON STOCK FROM 70,000,000 TO 170,000,000. | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | COMPANY PROPOSAL TO APPROVE THE CONVERSION OF THE SERIES B PREFERRED STOCK INTO COMMON STOCK AND THE ISSUANCE OF COMMON STOCK IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS OF THE SERIES B PREFERRED STOCK AND THE EXERCISE OF THE WARRANTS TO PURCHASE COMMON STOCK AND THE ISSUANCE OF COMMON STOCK IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS OF THE WARRANTS, AS FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE PROXY STATEMENT. | | Management | | For | | For |
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BLUE COAT SYSTEMS, INC. |
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Security | | 09534T508 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | BCSI | | Meeting Date | | 02-Oct-2008 |
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ISIN | | US09534T5083 | | Agenda | | 932949689 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 BRIAN M. NESMITH | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 DAVID W. HANNA | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 JAMES A. BARTH | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 KEITH GEESLIN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 TIMOTHY A. HOWES | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 JAMES R. TOLONEN | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT ACCOUNTANTS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING APRIL 30, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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MISYS PLC |
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Security | | G61572148 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 06-Oct-2008 |
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ISIN | | GB0003857850 | | Agenda | | 701698930 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO CHANGE IN MEETING DATE. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve the merger of the Company’s subsidiary Misys Healthcare and Patriot Merger Company, LLC, a subsidiary of Allscripts, approve the purchase by the Company or its Designee of either 18,857,152 or 18,957,152 shares of newly issued Allscripts common stock | | Management | | For | | For |
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PAYCHEX, INC. |
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Security | | 704326107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | PAYX | | Meeting Date | | 07-Oct-2008 |
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ISIN | | US7043261079 | | Agenda | | 932950050 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: B. THOMAS GOLISANO | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID J.S. FLASCHEN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PHILLIP HORSLEY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GRANT M. INMAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PAMELA A. JOSEPH | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JONATHAN J. JUDGE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOSEPH M. TUCCI | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOSEPH M. VELLI | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE AUDIT COMMITTEE’S SELECTION OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. | | Management | | For | | For |
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DIAGEO PLC, LONDON |
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Security | | G42089113 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 15-Oct-2008 |
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ISIN | | GB0002374006 | | Agenda | | 701707791 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Receive the reports and accounts of 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2. | | Approve the Directors’ remuneration report of 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Declare a final dividend | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4. | | Re-elect Dr. Franz B. Humer as a Director, who retires by rotation | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Re-elect Ms. Maria Lilja as a Director, who retires by rotation | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
6. | | Re-elect Mr. W S Shanahan as Director, who retires by rotation | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
7. | | Re-elect Mr. H T Stitzer as a Director, who retires by rotation | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Elect Mr. Philip G Scott as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Re-appoint the Auditors and approve the remuneration of the Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
10. | | Grant authority to allot relevant securities | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
S.11 | | Approve the disapplication of pre-emption rights | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
S.12 | | Grant authority to purchase own ordinary shares | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
13. | | Grant authority to make political donations and/or incur political expenditure | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
14. | | Adopt the Diageo Plc 2008 Performance Share Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
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15. | | Adopt the Diageo Plc 2008 Senior Executive Share Option Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
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16. | | Grant authority to establish international share plans | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.17 | | Amend the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
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ABAXIS, INC. |
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Security | | 002567105 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ABAX | | Meeting Date | | 28-Oct-2008 |
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ISIN | | US0025671050 | | Agenda | | 932954844 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 CLINTON H. SEVERSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 R.J. BASTIANI, PH.D. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 HENK J. EVENHUIS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 BRENTON G.A. HANLON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 PRITHIPAL SINGH, PH.D. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 E.S. TUCKER III, M.D. | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO APPROVE AND RATIFY THE ADOPTION OF AN INCREASE IN THE MAXIMUM AGGREGATE NUMBER OF SHARES OF COMMON STOCK THAT MAY BE ISSUED UNDER ABAXIS’ 2005 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN BY 500,000 SHARES, FROM 4,886,000 TO 5,386,000 SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF BURR, PILGER & MAYER LLP AS THE INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM OF ABAXIS, INC. FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING MARCH 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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UNILEVER PLC |
| | | |
Security | | 904767704 | | Meeting Type | | Special |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | UL | | Meeting Date | | 28-Oct-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US9047677045 | | Agenda | | 932963172 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | TO ELECT MR P POLMAN AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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AUTOMATIC DATA PROCESSING, INC. |
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Security | | 053015103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ADP | | Meeting Date | | 11-Nov-2008 |
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ISIN | | US0530151036 | | Agenda | | 932958501 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 GREGORY D. BRENNEMAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 LESLIE A. BRUN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 GARY C. BUTLER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 LEON G. COOPERMAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 ERIC C. FAST | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 R. GLENN HUBBARD | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 JOHN P. JONES | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 FREDERIC V. MALEK | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 CHARLES H. NOSKI | | | | For | | For |
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| | 10 SHARON T. ROWLANDS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 11 GREGORY L. SUMME | | | | For | | For |
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| | 12 HENRY TAUB | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROVAL OF THE 2008 OMNIBUS AWARD PLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP | | Management | | For | | For |
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CISCO SYSTEMS, INC. |
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Security | | 17275R102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | CSCO | | Meeting Date | | 13-Nov-2008 |
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ISIN | | US17275R1023 | | Agenda | | 932954729 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CAROL A. BARTZ | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: M. MICHELE BURNS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MICHAEL D. CAPELLAS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LARRY R. CARTER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN T. CHAMBERS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: BRIAN L. HALLA | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DR. JOHN L. HENNESSY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RICHARD M. KOVACEVICH | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RODERICK C. MCGEARY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MICHAEL K. POWELL | | Management | | For | | For |
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1K | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: STEVEN M. WEST | | Management | | For | | For |
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1L | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JERRY YANG | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS CISCO’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JULY 25, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | PROPOSAL SUBMITTED BY A SHAREHOLDER TO AMEND THE COMPANY’S BYLAWS TO ESTABLISH A BOARD COMMITTEE ON HUMAN RIGHTS. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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04 | | PROPOSAL SUBMITTED BY SHAREHOLDERS REQUESTING THE BOARD TO PUBLISH A REPORT TO SHAREHOLDERS WITHIN SIX MONTHS PROVIDING A SUMMARIZED LISTING AND ASSESSMENT OF CONCRETE STEPS CISCO COULD REASONABLY TAKE TO REDUCE THE LIKELIHOOD THAT ITS BUSINESS PRACTICES MIGHT ENABLE OR ENCOURAGE THE VIOLATION OF HUMAN RIGHTS, AS SET FORTH IN THE PROXY STATEMENT. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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UNICREDIT SPA, GENOVA |
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Security | | T95132105 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 14-Nov-2008 |
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ISIN | | IT0000064854 | | Agenda | | 701731300 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO CHANGE IN MEETING DATE. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Authorize the dispose of own shares pursuant to the Article of the Italian Civil Code and revocation of powers granted by the ordinary shareholders’ meeting on 16 DEC 2005 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.1 | | Approve paid in capital increase in a maximum amount of EUR 486,539,085, in one or more tranches, of a maximum number of 973,078,170 ordinary shares, par value EUR 0.50 per share, to be offered to the ordinary shareholders and to the holders of saving shares of the Company pursuant to Article 2441 of the Italian Civil Code | | Management | | For | | For |
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MICROSOFT CORPORATION |
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Security | | 594918104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | MSFT | | Meeting Date | | 19-Nov-2008 |
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ISIN | | US5949181045 | | Agenda | | 932960013 -Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: STEVEN A. BALLMER | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JAMES I. CASH JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DINA DUBLON | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WILLIAM H. GATES III | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RAYMOND V. GILMARTIN | | Management | | For | | For |
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06 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: REED HASTINGS | | Management | | For | | For |
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07 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID F. MARQUARDT | | Management | | For | | For |
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08 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CHARLES H. NOSKI | | Management | | For | | For |
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09 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: HELMUT PANKE | | Management | | For | | For |
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10 | | APPROVAL OF MATERIAL TERMS OF PERFORMANCE CRITERIA UNDER THE EXECUTIVE OFFICER INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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11 | | APPROVAL OF AMENDMENTS TO THE 1999 STOCK OPTION PLAN FOR NON-EMPLOYEE DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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12 | | RATIFICATION OF THE SELECTION OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT AUDITOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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13 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL - ADOPTION OF POLICIES ON INTERNET CENSORSHIP. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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14 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL - ESTABLISHMENT OF BOARD COMMITTEE ON HUMAN RIGHTS. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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15 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL - DISCLOSURE OF CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTIONS. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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SONIC HEALTHCARE LIMITED |
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Security | | Q8563C107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 20-Nov-2008 |
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ISIN | | AU000000SHL7 | | Agenda | | 701737530 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | To receive and consider the financial report of the Company, the Directors’ report and the Auditor’s report for the FYE 30 JUN 2008 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Re-elect Mr. Peter Campbell as a Director of the Company, who retires in accordance with Article 71 of the Company’s Constitution | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Re-elect Mr. Lou Panaccio as a Director of the Company, who retires in accordance with Article 71 of the Company’s Constitution | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Re-elect Mr. Chris Wilks as a Director of the Company, who retires in accordance with Article 71 of the Company’s Constitution | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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4. | | Adopt the remuneration report for the FYE 30 JUN 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Approve, for the purposes of ASX Listing Rule 7.4 to the issue by the Company on 10 OCT of 4,939,366 ordinary shares to the underwriter of the Dividend Reinvestment Plan of the Company [DRP] in relation to the 2008 final dividend of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Approve, for the purposes of ASX Listing Rule 7.2 and all other purposes, the issue of options, and shares following the valid exercise of such options, under and in accordance with the terms of the Sonic Healthcare Limited Employee Option Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Approve, for the purposes of ASX Listing Rule 10.14 and all other purposes, the issue to, and the acquisition by Dr. Colin Goldschmidt of 1,750,000 options under the Sonic Health Care Limited Employee Option Plan and subsequently up to 1,750,000 ordinary shares in the Company following the valid exercise of any such options subject to the terms and conditions as specified | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Approve, for the purposes of ASX Listing Rule 10.14 and all other purposes, the issue to, and the acquisition by Mr. Chris Wilks of 875,000 options under the Sonic Health Care Limited Employee Option Plan and subsequently up to 875,000 ordinary shares in the Company following the valid exercise of any such options subject to the terms and conditions as specified | | Management | | For | | For |
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HARRIS STRATEX NETWORKS INC |
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Security | | 41457P106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | HSTX | | Meeting Date | | 20-Nov-2008 |
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ISIN | | US41457P1066 | | Agenda | | 932959654 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 CHARLES D. KISSNER | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 2 WILLIAM A. HASLER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 CLIFFORD H. HIGGERSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 EDWARD F. THOMPSON | | | | For | | For |
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2 | | RATIFICATION OF SELECTION OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS OUR AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. | | Management | | For | | For |
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3 | | APPROVAL OF THE ANNUAL INCENTIVE PLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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4 | | APPROVAL OF THE 2007 STOCK EQUITY PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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CIA SANEAMENTO MINAS GERAIS SA |
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Security | | P28269101 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 24-Nov-2008 |
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ISIN | | BRCSMGACNOR5 | | Agenda | | 701763371 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | IMPORTANT MARKET PROCESSING REQUIREMENT: A BENEFICIAL OWNER SIGNED POWER OF ATTORNEY (POA) IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO LODGE AND EXECUTE YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTION-S IN THIS MARKET. ABSENCE OF A POA, MAY CAUSE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS TO BE REJECTED-. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT SHAREHOLDERS SUBMITTING A VOTE TO ELECT A MEMBER MUST INCLUDE-THE NAME OF THE CANDIDATE TO BE ELECTED. IF INSTRUCTIONS TO VOTE ON THIS ITEM-IS RECEIVED WITHOUT A CANDIDATE’S NAME, YOUR VOTE WILL BE PROCESSED IN FAVOR-OR AGAINST OF THE DEFAULT COMPANY’S CANDIDATE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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I. | | Elect the full and alternate Member of the Board of Directors of the Company, by indication of the majority shareholder | | Management | | For | | For |
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II. | | Ratify the public tender administrative process Dvli number 1020080124, construction and services for the implementation of the connecting water main Rio Das Velhas and Paraopeba, Taquaril, Ceu Azul Leg, with a supply of all materials, amount approved of BRL 118,955,781.63 and a deadline of 720 days | | Management | | For | | For |
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III. | | Ratify the bid processes authorized by general meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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IV. | | Amend the Article 5 of the Corporate Bylaws of the Company, in regard to the share capital of the business, which will come to have the following wording Article 5 the share capital of the Company is BRL 2,632,265,201.68, totally subscribed for and paid in, represented by 115,165,700 common shares, all of which are nominative and have no par value | | Management | | For | | For |
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OWENS CORNING | | | | | | |
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Security | | 690742101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | OC | | Meeting Date | | 04-Dec-2008 |
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ISIN | | US6907421019 | | Agenda | | 932969958 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 GASTON CAPERTON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 ANN IVERSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 JOSEPH F. NEELY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 W. ANN REYNOLDS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 ROBERT B. SMITH, JR. | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE SELECTION OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE 2009 FISCAL YEAR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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MISYS PLC | | | | | | |
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Security | | G61572148 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 09-Dec-2008 |
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ISIN | | GB0003857850 | | Agenda | | 701772609 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Approve, the proposed amendment [the Proposed Amendment] to the Allscripts Healthcare Solutions, Inc., the amended and restated 1993 Stock Incentive Plan [the 1993 Plan] to increase the maximum number of shares of common stock of Allscripts-Misys Healthcare Solutions, Inc., [Allscripts-Misys Shares] that may be issued pursuant to grants made under the 1993 Plan by 10,000,000 Allscripts-Misys Shares, taking the total number of Allscripts-Misys Shares that can be issued pursuant to the 1993 Plan to 21,593,489 plus shares attributable to awards that were forfeited or cancelled under the predecessor plans and as specified relating to the Proposed Amendment issued by the Company on 20 NOV 2008, and all documents which the Board of Directors of the Company or any duly authorized Committee thereof may determine are required or are expedient to give effect to the Proposed Amendment; authorize the Company and/or Allscripts-Misys Healthcare Solutions, Inc., to enter into any such documents and that the Board of Directors of the Company or any duly authorized Committee thereof to make such modifications, variations, waivers and extensions of any of the terms or conditions of the Proposed Amendment and of any such documents [provided such modifications, variations, waivers or extensions are not of a material nature] as, in their absolute discretion, they think necessary or desirable and to do all such things as, in their absolute discretion, may be necessary or desirable to complete and give effect to, or otherwise in connection with, the Proposed Amendment and any matters incidental thereto | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO RECEIPT OF CONSERVATIVE CUT-OFF. IF-YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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THE FIRST AMERICAN CORPORATION |
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Security | | 318522307 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | FAF | | Meeting Date | | 10-Dec-2008 |
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ISIN | | US3185223076 | | Agenda | | 932968653 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 GEORGE L. ARGYROS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 BRUCE S. BENNETT | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 J. DAVID CHATHAM | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 GLENN C. CHRISTENSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 WILLIAM G. DAVIS | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 6 JAMES L. DOTI | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 LEWIS W. DOUGLAS, JR. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 CHRISTOPHER V. GREETHAM | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 PARKER S. KENNEDY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 10 THOMAS C. O’BRIEN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 11 FRANK E. O’BRYAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 12 ROSLYN B. PAYNE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 13 D. VAN SKILLING | | | | For | | For |
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| | 14 PATRICK F. STONE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 15 HERBERT B. TASKER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 16 VIRGINIA M. UEBERROTH | | | | For | | For |
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| | 17 MARY LEE WIDENER | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | AMENDMENT OF THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION AND BYLAWS TO INCREASE THE RANGE IN THE NUMBER OF DIRECTORS FROM A RANGE OF 9 TO 17 TO A RANGE OF 10 TO 18 | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | RATIFICATION OF SELECTION OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS FIRST AMERICAN’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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HUTCHISON TELECOMMUNICATIONS INTL LTD |
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Security | | G46714104 | | Meeting Type | | Ordinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 11-Dec-2008 |
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ISIN | | KYG467141043 | | Agenda | | 701774754 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT SHAREHOLDERS ARE ALLOWED TO VOTE ‘FOR’ OR ‘AGAINST’ FOR RESOLUTION NUMBER 1. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN EGM. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve and ratify the facility agreement dated 25 NOV 2008 [the Facility Agreement] entered into between Hutchison Telecommunications Finance Company Limited as lender, the Company as principal borrower and Hutchison Facility Agents Limited as facility agent and security trustee in relation to the Facility [as defined in the circular to Shareholders dated 25 NOV 2008 [the Circular]], as specified [including the Cap [as such term is defined in the Circular]], the entering into of the Facility Agreement by the Company and the transactions contemplated by or incidental to the Facility Agreement; and authorize the Directors of the Company, acting together, individually or by Committee, to do all such acts on behalf of the Company as they may consider necessary, desirable or expedient for the purpose of, or in connection with, the implementation and completion of the Facility Agreement and the transactions contemplated by or incidental to the Facility Agreement | | Management | | For | | For |
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SONIC SOLUTIONS |
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Security | | 835460106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | SNIC | | Meeting Date | | 15-Dec-2008 |
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ISIN | | US8354601069 | | Agenda | | 932978907 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 ROBERT J. DORIS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 ROBERT M. GREBER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 PETER J. MARGUGLIO | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 MARY C. SAUER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 R. WARREN LANGLEY | | | | For | | For |
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INTUIT INC. |
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Security | | 461202103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | INTU | | Meeting Date | | 16-Dec-2008 |
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ISIN | | US4612021034 | | Agenda | | 932969047 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 STEPHEN M. BENNETT | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 CHRISTOPHER W. BRODY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 WILLIAM V. CAMPBELL | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 SCOTT D. COOK | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 DIANE B. GREENE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 MICHAEL R. HALLMAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 EDWARD A. KANGAS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 SUZANNE NORA JOHNSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 DENNIS D. POWELL | | | | For | | For |
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| | 10 STRATTON D. SCLAVOS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 11 BRAD D. SMITH | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFY THE SELECTION OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR FISCAL 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVE THE AMENDMENT TO OUR 2005 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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GDF SUEZ, PARIS |
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Security | | F42768105 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 17-Dec-2008 |
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ISIN | | FR0010208488 | | Agenda | | 701746123 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | “French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative-to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non- Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative” | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE FOR AND-AGAINST A VOTE OF ABSTAIN WILL BE TREATED AS AN AGAINST VOTE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve, after having taken note of the contribution agreement between Gdf Suez and Gdf Investissements 31, all the terms of the contribution agreement, the valuation of the contribution and the consideration for it consequently, the shareholders meeting decides to increase the share capital by the creation of 1,140,946 new fully paid up shares of a par value of EUR 10.00 each, to be distributed to Gdf Suez the difference between the amount of the net assets contributed of EUR 114,094,600.00 and the nominal amount of the share capital increase of EUR 11,409,460.00, estimated at EUR 102,685, 140.00, will form the merger premium; and authorize the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve, after having taken note of the contribution agreement between Gdf Suez and Gdf Investissements 37, all the terms of the contribution agreement, the valuation of the contribution and the consideration for it consequently, to increase the share capital by creation of 19,036,102 new fully paid up shares of a par value of EUR 10.00 each, to be distributed to Gdf Suez the difference between the amount of the net assets contributed of EUR 1,903,610,200.00 and the nominal amount of the share capital increase of EUR 190,361,020.00, estimated at EUR 1,713,249,180.00, will form the merger premium; and authorize the board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Amend the Article 16 of the By-Laws | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Amend the Article 13 of the By-Laws | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Grant full powers to the bearer of an original, a copy or extract of the minutes of this meeting to carry out all filings, publications and other formalities prescribed By-Law | | Management | | For | | For |
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BNP PARIBAS |
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Security | | F1058Q238 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 19-Dec-2008 |
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ISIN | | FR0000131104 | | Agenda | | 701766961 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative-to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non- Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will-be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If-you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary,-please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve the contribution in kind of 98,529,695 Fortis Banque shares by SFPI | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the contribution in kind of 263,586,083 Fortis Banque Luxembourg shares by Grand Duchy of Luxembourg | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Grant authority to increase the capital of up to 10% of issued capital for future acquisitions | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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4. | | Grant authority for filing of required documents/other formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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THE PNC FINANCIAL SERVICES GROUP, INC. |
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Security | | 693475105 | | Meeting Type | | Special |
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Ticker Symbol | | PNC | | Meeting Date | | 23-Dec-2008 |
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ISIN | | US6934751057 | | Agenda | | 932981257 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | A PROPOSAL TO APPROVE THE ISSUANCE OF SHARES OF PNC COMMON STOCK AS CONTEMPLATED BY THE AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER, DATED AS OF OCTOBER 24, 2008, BY AND BETWEEN THE PNC FINANCIAL SERVICES GROUP, INC. AND NATIONAL CITY CORPORATION, AS SUCH AGREEMENT MAY BE AMENDED FROM TIME TO TIME. | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | A PROPOSAL TO APPROVE THE ADJOURNMENT OF THE SPECIAL MEETING OF SHAREHOLDERS, IF NECESSARY OR APPROPRIATE, TO SOLICIT ADDITIONAL PROXIES, IN THE EVENT THAT THERE ARE NOT SUFFICIENT VOTES AT THE TIME OF THE SPECIAL MEETING OF SHAREHOLDERS TO APPROVE THE FOREGOING PROPOSAL. | | Management | | For | | For |
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EDGE PETROLEUM CORPORATION |
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Security | | 279862106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | EPEX | | Meeting Date | | 29-Dec-2008 |
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ISIN | | US2798621064 | | Agenda | | 932955478 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | ADOPTION OF THE AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER. | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 VINCENT S. ANDREWS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 JONATHAN M. CLARKSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 MICHAEL A. CREEL | | | | For | | For |
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03 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE THE APPOINTMENT OF BDO SEIDMAN, LLP AS THE INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE COMPANY FOR 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
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CERAGON NETWORKS LTD. |
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Security | | M22013102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | CRNT | | Meeting Date | | 31-Dec-2008 |
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ISIN | | IL0010851660 | | Agenda | | 932982704 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 YAEL LANGER | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO APPROVE THE GRANT OF OPTIONS TO THE COMPANY’S DIRECTORS, EXCEPT OUR EXTERNAL DIRECTORS. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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03 | | TO RE-APPOINT KOST FORER GABBAY & KASIERER, A MEMBER OF ERNST & YOUNG GLOBAL, AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT AUDITOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | TO APPROVE AND ADOPT THE COMPANY’S DIRECTORS AND OFFICERS LIABILITY INSURANCE POLICY FOR THE PERIOD COMMENCING JULY 9, 2008 AND ENDING NO LATER THAN THE LATER OF THE 2009 ANNUAL MEETING OF SHAREHOLDERS AND SEPTEMBER 10, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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MONSANTO COMPANY |
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Security | | 61166W101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | MON | | Meeting Date | | 14-Jan-2009 |
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ISIN | | US61166W1018 | | Agenda | | 932980534 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JANICE L. FIELDS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: HUGH GRANT | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: C. STEVEN MCMILLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT J. STEVENS | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE 2009 FISCAL YEAR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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AMDOCS LIMITED |
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Security | | G02602103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | DOX | | Meeting Date | | 22-Jan-2009 |
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ISIN | | GB0022569080 | | Agenda | | 932983631 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 BRUCE K. ANDERSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 ADRIAN GARDNER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 CHARLES E. FOSTER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 JAMES S. KAHAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 ZOHAR ZISAPEL | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 DOV BAHARAV | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 JULIAN A. BRODSKY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 ELI GELMAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 NEHEMIA LEMELBAUM | | | | For | | For |
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| | 10 JOHN T. MCLENNAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 11 ROBERT A. MINICUCCI | | | | For | | For |
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| | 12 SIMON OLSWANG | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROVAL OF SPECIAL RESOLUTION AMENDING AND RESTATING THE MEMORANDUM OF INCORPORATION AND ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION AS DESCRIBED IN THE ACCOMPANYING PROXY STATEMENT. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVAL OF CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | RATIFICATION AND APPROVAL OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AND AUTHORIZATION OF AUDIT COMMITTEE OF BOARD TO FIX REMUNERATION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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THE SCOTTS MIRACLE-GRO CO. |
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Security | | 810186106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | SMG | | Meeting Date | | 22-Jan-2009 |
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ISIN | | US8101861065 | | Agenda | | 932986295 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 THOMAS N. KELLY JR. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 CARL F. KOHRT, PH.D. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 JOHN S. SHIELY | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE SELECTION OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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SIEMENS AG, MUENCHEN |
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Security | | D69671218 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 27-Jan-2009 |
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ISIN | | DE0007236101 | | Agenda | | 701785567 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | AS A CONDITION OF VOTING, GERMAN MARKET REGULATIONS REQUIRE THAT YOU DISCLOSE-WHETHER YOU HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST IN THIS COMPANY. SHOULD EITHER BE THE CASE, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE SO THAT WE-MAY LODGE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS ACCORDINGLY. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST, SUBMIT YOUR VOTE AS NORMAL. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THESE SHARES MAY BE BLOCKED DEPENDING ON SOME SUBCUSTODIANS’ PROCESSING IN THE MARKET. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE TO-OBTAIN BLOCKING INFORMATION FOR YOUR ACCOUNTS. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Presentation of the report of the Supervisory Board, the corporate governance-and compensation report, and the compliance report for the 2007/2008 FY | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2. | | Presentation of the Company and group financial statements and annual reports-for the 2007/2008 FY with the report pursuant to Sections 289(4) and 315(4) of-the German Commercial Code | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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3. | | Resolution on the appropriation of the distributable profit of EUR 1,462,725,473.60 as follows: Payment of a dividend of EUR 1.60 per entitled share Ex-dividend and payable date: 28 JAN 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.1. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Rudi Lamprecht [Postponement] | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.2. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Juergen Radomski [Postponement] | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.3. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Uriel J. Sharef [Postponement] | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.4. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Klaus Wucherer [Postponement] | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.5. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Peter Loescher | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.6. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Wolfgang Dehen | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.7. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Heinrich Hiesinger | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.8. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Joe Kaeser | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.9. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Eduardo Montes | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.10. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Jim Reid-Anderson | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.11. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Erich R. Reinhardt | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.12. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Hermann Requardt | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.13. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Siegfried Russwurm | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.14. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Board of Managing Directors: Mr. Peter Y. Solmssen | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.1. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Gerhard Cromme | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.2. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Ralf Heckmann | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.3. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Josef Ackermann | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.4. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Lothar Adler | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.5. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Jean-Louis Beffa | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.6. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Gerhard Bieletzki | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.7. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Gerd von Brandenstein | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.8. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. John David Coombe | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.9. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Hildegard Cornudet | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.10. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Michael Diekmann | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.11. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Hans Michael Gaul | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.12. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Birgit Grube | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.13. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Peter Gruss | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.14. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Bettina Haller | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.15. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Heinz Hawreliuk | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.16. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Berthold Huber | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.17. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Harald Kern | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.18. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Walter Kroell | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.19. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Nicola Leibinger-Kammueller | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.20. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Michael Mirow | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.21. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Werner Moenius | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.22. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Roland Motzigemba | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.23. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Thomas Rackow | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.24. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Hakan Samuelsson | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.25. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Dieter Scheitor | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.26. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Albrecht Schmidt | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.27. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Henning Schulte-Noelle | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.28. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Rainer Sieg | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.29. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Peter von Siemens | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.30. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Jerry I. Speyer | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.31. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Birgit Steinborn | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.32. | | Ratification of the acts of the individual members of the Supervisory Board: Mr. Iain Vallance of Tummel | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Appointment of auditors for the 2008/2009 FY: Ernst + Young AG, Stuttgart | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Authorization to acquire own shares, the Company shall be authorized to acquire own shares of up to 10% of its share capital, at prices neither more than 10% above nor more than 20% below the market price, between 01 MAR 2009, and 26 JUL 2010, the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized to retire the shares, to use the shares within the scope of the Company’s stock option plans, to issue the shares to employees and executives of the Company, and to use the shares to fulfill conversion or option rights | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Authorization to use derivatives for the acquisition of own shares Supplementary to item 7, the Company shall be authorized to use call and put options for the purpose of acquiring own shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Resolution on the creation of authorized capital, and the corresponding amendments to the Articles of Association, the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized, with the consent of the Supervisory Board, to increase the share capital by up to EUR 520,800,000 through the issue of up to 173,600,000 new registered shares against cash payment, on or before 26 JAN 2014, shareholders shall be granted subscription rights, except for the issue of shares against payment in kind, for residual amounts, for the granting of subscription rights to bondholders, and for the issue of shares at a price not materially below their market price | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Resolution on the authorization to issue convertible or warrant bonds, the creation of new contingent capital, and the corresponding amendments to the Articles of Association, the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized to issue bonds of up to EUR 15,000,000,000, conferring a convertible or option right for up to 200,000,000 new shares, on or before 26 JAN 2014, shareholders shall be granted subscription rights, except for the issue of bonds at a price not materially below their theoretical market value, for residual amounts, and for the granting of subscription rights to holders of previously issued convertible or option rights, the Company’s share capital shall be increased accordingly by up to EUR 600,000,000 through the issue of new registered shares, insofar as convertible or option rights are exercised | | Management | | For | | For |
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11. | | Resolution on the revision of the Supervisory Board remuneration, and the corresponding amendments to the Articles of Association, the members of the Supervisory Board shall receive a fixed annual remuneration of EUR 50,000, plus a variable remuneration of EUR 150 per EUR 0.01 of the earnings per share in excess of EUR 1, plus a further variable remuneration of EUR 250 per EUR 0.01 by which the three-year average earnings per share exceed EUR 2, the Chairman shall receive three times, and the Deputy Chairman one and a half times, the amounts Committee members shall be granted further remuneration, all members shall receive an attendance fee of EUR 1,000 per meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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12. | | Amendment to the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | COUNTER PROPOSALS HAVE BEEN RECEIVED FOR THIS MEETING. A LINK TO THE COUNTER PROPOSAL INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE IN THE MATERIAL URL SECTION OF THE APPLICATION. IF YOU WISH TO ACT ON THESE ITEMS, YOU WILL NEED TO REQUEST A MEETING ATTEND AND VOTE YOUR SHARES AT THE COMPANYS MEETING. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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ORTHOFIX INTERNATIONAL N.V. |
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Security | | N6748L102 | | Meeting Type | | Contested-Consent |
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Ticker Symbol | | OFIX | | Meeting Date | | 28-Jan-2009 |
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ISIN | | ANN6748L1027 | | Agenda | | 932991385 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | REVOKE CONSENT TO HOLD SPECIAL MEETING. | | Management | | | | |
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ORTHOFIX INTERNATIONAL N.V. |
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Security | | N6748L102 | | Meeting Type | | Contested-Consent |
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Ticker Symbol | | OFIX | | Meeting Date | | 28-Jan-2009 |
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ISIN | | ANN6748L1027 | | Agenda | | 932991397 - Opposition |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | CONSENT TO HOLD SPECIAL MEETING. | | Management | | For | | * |
* Management Position Unknown |
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BECTON, DICKINSON AND COMPANY |
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Security | | 075887109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | BDX | | Meeting Date | | 03-Feb-2009 |
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ISIN | | US0758871091 | | Agenda | | 932987007 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 C.M. FRASER-LIGGETT | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 E.J. LUDWIG | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 W.J. OVERLOCK, JR. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 B.L. SCOTT | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF SELECTION OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | AMENDMENT TO BD’S RESTATED CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | AMENDMENT TO THE 2004 EMPLOYEE AND DIRECTOR EQUITY-BASED COMPENSATION PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | APPROVAL OF MATERIAL TERMS OF PERFORMANCE GOALS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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06 | | SPECIAL SHAREHOLDER MEETINGS. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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07 | | CUMULATIVE VOTING. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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FINANCIERE MARC DE LACHARRIERE (FIMALAC), PARIS |
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Security | | F3534D120 | | Meeting Type | | Ordinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 10-Feb-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000037947 | | Agenda | | 701799491 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative-to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will-be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary,-please contact your representative. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A MIX MEETING. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve to accept the consolidated financial statements and statutory reports | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Approve the financial statements and statutory reports | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve the Auditor’s special report regarding related-party transactions | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Approve the allocation of income and dividends of EUR 1.50 per Share | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Re-elect Mr. Bernard Pierre as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.6 | | Appoint Pierre Mercadal as an Alternate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.7 | | Approve the remuneration of the Directors in the aggregate amount of EUR 320,000 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.8 | | Grant authority for the repurchase of up to 10% of issued share capital | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.9 | | Grant authority for the issuance of equity or equity-linked securities with preemptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 230 million | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.10 | | Grant authority for the issuance of equity or equity-linked securities without preemptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 150 million | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.11 | | Grant authority for the capital increase of up to EUR 100 million for future exchange offers | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.12 | | Grant authority for the capital increase of up to 10% of issued capital for future acquisitions | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.13 | | Approve to set global limit for capital increase to result from issuance requests without preemptive rights under items 10 to 12 at EUR 150 million | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.14 | | Approve to set global limit for capital increase to result from issuance requests with and without preemptive rights under items 9 to 12 at EUR 230 million | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.15 | | Grant authority for the capitalization of reserves of up to EUR 300 million for bonus issue or increase in par value | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.16 | | Approve the Employee Stock Purchase Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.17 | | Approve the reduction in share capital via cancellation of repurchased shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.18 | | Grant authority for the filing of required documents/other formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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WEATHERFORD INTERNATIONAL LTD. | | | | |
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Security | | G95089101 | | Meeting Type | | Special |
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Ticker Symbol | | WFT | | Meeting Date | | 17-Feb-2009 |
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ISIN | | BMG950891017 | | Agenda | | 932993389 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | APPROVAL OF THE SCHEME OF ARRANGEMENT ATTACHED TO THE ACCOMPANYING PROXY STATEMENT AS ANNEX B. | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROVAL OF THE MOTION TO ADJOURN THE MEETING TO A LATER DATE TO SOLICIT ADDITIONAL PROXIES IF THERE ARE INSUFFICIENT VOTES AT THE TIME OF THE MEETING TO APPROVE THE SCHEME OF ARRANGEMENT. | | Management | | For | | For |
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SANDERSON FARMS, INC. | | | | |
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Security | | 800013104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | SAFM | | Meeting Date | | 19-Feb-2009 |
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ISIN | | US8000131040 | | Agenda | | 932991462 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 JOHN H. BAKER, III | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 2 JOHN BIERBUSSE | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 3 MIKE COCKRELL | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 ROWAN H. TAYLOR | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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02 | | TO CONSIDER AND ACT UPON A PROPOSAL TO RATIFY AND APPROVE THE SELECTION OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT AUDITORS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING OCTOBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO CONSIDER AND ACT UPON A STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING “CAK”. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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CLUB MEDITERRANEE | | | | | | |
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Security | | F18690101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 20-Feb-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000121568 | | Agenda | | 701800268 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A MIX MEETING. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve, the reports of the Board of Directors, of the Chairman of the Board of Directors on the conditions for the preparation and the organization of the work of the Board and on the internal audit procedures and the Auditors, the Company’s financial statements for the YE on 31 OCT 2008, as presented, accordingly, Grant discharge to the Board of Directors for the performance of its duties during the said FY | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Receive the reports of the Board of Directors, of the Chairman of the Board of Directors on the conditions for the preparation and the organization of the work of the Board and on the internal audit procedures and the Auditors, approve the consolidated financial statements for the said FY, in the form presented to the meeting, showing net profit group share of EUR 1,000,000.00 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve to resolves to record the loss for the year of EUR 1,230,475.00 as a deficit in retained earnings, following this appropriation, the retained earnings account will show a new debit balance of EUR 297,476,281.00, as required Bylaw, it is reminded that, for the last 3 financial years, the dividends paid, were as follows: number of shares remunerated: 19,358,005.00 for FY 2004 2005, number of shares remunerated: 19,358,005.00 for FY 2005 2006, number of shares remunerated: 19,370,705.00 for FY 2006 2007 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Receive the special report of the Auditors on Agreements Governed by Articles L. 225-38 ET SEQ. of the French Commercial Code, approve the agreements entered into or which were carried out during the FY | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.5 | | Receive the special report of the Auditors on commitments governed by Article L. 225-42-1 of the French Commercial Code, approve the commitment related to Mr. Henri Giscard D’estaing | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.6 | | Receive the special report of the Auditors on commitments governed by Article L. 225-42-1 of the French Commercial Code, approve the commitment related to Mr. Michel Wolfovski | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.7 | | Approve to award total annual fees of EUR 305,000.00 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.8 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to trade in the Company’s shares on the stock market, subject to the conditions described below: maximum purchase price: EUR 70.00, maximum number of shares to be acquired: 10% of the number of shares comprising the share capital, i.e. 19,377,905 shares, maximum funds invested in the share buybacks: EUR 135,645,370.00 on the basis of the 19,377,905 shares existing on 31 OCT 2008, [Authority is given for an 18 month period], it supersedes the one granted by the shareholders’ meeting of 11 MAR 2008 in its resolution number 15, to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.9 | | Grants full powers to the bearer of an original, a copy or extract of the minutes of this meeting to carry out all filings, publications and other formalities prescribed by Law | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.10 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase on one or more occasions, at its sole discretion, in France or abroad, the share capital to a maximum nominal amount of EUR 50,000,000.00, by issuance, with the shareholders’ preferred subscription rights maintained, of shares or various securities, the nominal amount of debt securities issued shall not exceed EUR 300,000,000.00, [Authority is given for a 26 month period], it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization given by the shareholders’ meeting of 08 MAR 2007 in resolution nr 17, to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.11 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase on one or more occasions, at its sole discretion, in France or abroad, the share capital to a maximum nominal amount of EUR 20,000,000.00, by issuance, with cancellation of the shareholders’ preferred subscription rights, of shares or various securities, the nominal amount of debt securities issued shall not exceed EUR 300,000,000.00, [Authority is given for a 26 month period], it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization given by the shareholders’ meeting of 08 MAR 2007 in resolution nr 18, to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.12 | | Authorize the Board of Directors and within the limit of 10% of the Company’s share capital per year, to set the issue price of the shares or other various securities to be issued, in accordance with the terms and conditions determined by the shareholders meeting this delegation of power supersedes the fraction unused of the one given by the shareholders’ meeting of 08 MAR 2007 in resolution nr 19; [Authority is given for a 26 month period] | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.13 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to issue Company’s equity securities or securities giving access to the Company’s share capital, in consideration for securities tendered in a public exchange offer initiated by the Company concerning the shares of another Company, the maximal nominal amount of capital increases to be carried out under this delegation of authority shall not exceed EUR 20,000,000.00, [Authority is given for a 26 month period], it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization given by the shareholders’ meeting of 08 MAR 2007 in resolution nr 21, to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.14 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital, up to 10% of the share capital, by way of issuing shares or various securities, in consideration for the contributions in kind granted to the Company and comprised of capital securities or securities giving access to share capital, [Authority is given for a 26 month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization given by the shareholders’ meeting of 08 MAR 2007 in resolution nr 22, to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.15 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to grant, in one or more transaction, to the Employees and Corporate Officers of the Group’s Companies, options giving the right either to subscribe for new shares in the Company to be issued thought a share capital increase, or to purchase existing shares purchased by the Company, it being provided that the options shall not give rights to a total number of shares, which shall exceed the legal limits and the overall ceiling referred to in the resolution nr 19, [Authority is given for a 26 month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization given by the shareholders’ meeting of 08 MAR 2007 in resolution nr 23, to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.16 | | Approve, that the Board of Directors may decide, to increase the number of securities to be issued in the event of a capital increase with or without preferential subscription right of shareholder, at the same price of shareholder, at the same price as the initial issue, within 30 days of the closing of the subscription period and up to a maximum of 15% of the initial issue [Authority is given for a 26 month period] | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.17 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to grant, on one or more occasions, existing or future shares, in favor of the Employees or the Corporate Officers of the Company, they may not represent more than 1% of the share capital, [Authority is given for a 26 month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization given by the shareholders’ meeting of 08 MAR 2007 in resolution nr 25, to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.18 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital, on one or more occasions, at its sole discretion, in favor of the Employees and the Corporate Officers of the Company who are Members of the Company saving Plan, [Authority is given for a 26 month period] and for nominal amount that shall not exceed EUR 5,000,000.00, it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization given by the shareholders’ meeting of 08 MAR 2007 in resolution nr 26, to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.19 | | Approve the overall nominal amount pertaining to the capital increase to be carried out by issuing shares, equity securities or other various securities with the use of the delegation given by resolutions number 10, 11, 12, 13, 15, 16, 17 and 18 shall not exceed EUR 75,000,000.00 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.20 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to reduce the share capital, on one or more occasions, by canceling all or part of the shares held by the Company in connection with a stock repurchase plan, up to a maximum of 10% of the share capital over a 24 month period, [Authority if given for an 18 month period], to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.21 | | Grant full powers to the bearer of an original, a copy or extract of the minutes of this meeting to carry out all filings, publications and other formalities prescribed by Law | | Management | | For | | For |
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NOVARTIS AG | | | | | | |
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Security | | 66987V109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | NVS | | Meeting Date | | 24-Feb-2009 |
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ISIN | | US66987V1098 | | Agenda | | 932996905 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | APPROVAL OF THE ANNUAL REPORT, FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND GROUP CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE BUSINESS YEAR 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | DISCHARGE FROM LIABILITY OF THE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROPRIATION OF AVAILABLE EARNINGS OF NOVARTIS AG AS PER BALANCE SHEET AND DECLARATION OF DIVIDEND | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | REDUCTION OF SHARE CAPITAL | | Management | | For | | For |
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5A | | AMENDMENTS TO THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION - INTRODUCTION OF A CONSULTATIVE VOTE ON THE REMUNERATION REPORT | | Management | | For | | Against |
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5B | | AMENDMENTS TO THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION - PURPOSE | | Management | | For | | For |
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5C | | AMENDMENTS TO THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION - AUDITORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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6BA | | RE-ELECTION OF PROF. SRIKANT M. DATAR PH.D. FOR A THREE-YEAR TERM | | Management | | For | | For |
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6BB | | RE-ELECTION OF ANDREAS VON PLANTA PH.D. FOR A THREE-YEAR TERM | | Management | | For | | For |
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6BC | | RE-ELECTION OF DR.-ING. WENDELIN WIEDEKING FOR A THREE-YEAR TERM | | Management | | For | | For |
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6BD | | RE-ELECTION OF PROF. ROLF M. ZINKERNAGEL M.D. FOR A THREE-YEAR TERM | | Management | | For | | For |
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6C | | ELECTION OF PROF. WILLIAM BRODY, M.D., PH.D. FOR A THREE-YEAR TERM | | Management | | For | | For |
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07 | | APPOINTMENT OF THE AUDITOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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08 | | ADDITIONAL AND/OR COUNTER-PROPOSALS PRESENTED AT THE MEETING | | Management | | For | | For |
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SIRONA DENTAL SYSTEMS, INC. |
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Security | | 82966C103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | SIRO | | Meeting Date | | 25-Feb-2009 |
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ISIN | | US82966C1036 | | Agenda | | 932996359 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 NICHOLAS W. ALEXOS | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 2 DAVID K. BEECKEN | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 3 JOST FISCHER | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 4 ARTHUR D. KOWALOFF | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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02 | | PROPOSAL TO AMEND OUR EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN TO RAISE THE NUMBER OF SHARES OF COMMON STOCK ISSUABLE UNDER THE PLAN TO 4,550,000. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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03 | | PROPOSAL TO AMEND OUR 1996 STOCK OPTION PLAN TO PERMIT A STOCK OPTION EXCHANGE PROGRAM TO EXCHANGE OUTSTANDING STOCK OPTIONS UNDER OUR 1996 STOCK OPTION PLAN WITH A PER-SHARE EXERCISE PRICE EQUAL TO OR GREATER THAN $25.10 FOR STOCK OPTIONS UNDER OUR EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN ON A VALUE-FOR-VALUE BASIS. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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04 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE SELECTION OF KPMG DEUTSCHE TREUHAND-GESELLSCHAFT, AKTIENGESELLSCHAFT, WIRTSCHAFTSPRUEFUNGSGESELLSCHAFT, GERMANY AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT AUDITOR FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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INTERNATIONAL GAME TECHNOLOGY |
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Security | | 459902102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | IGT | | Meeting Date | | 03-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | US4599021023 | | Agenda | | 932992161 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 ROBERT A. BITTMAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 RICHARD R. BURT | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 PATTI S. HART | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 ROBERT A. MATHEWSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 THOMAS J. MATTHEWS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 ROBERT MILLER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 FREDERICK B. RENTSCHLER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 DAVID E. ROBERSON | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROVAL OF THE AMENDMENTS TO THE INTERNATIONAL GAME TECHNOLOGY 2002 STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS IGT’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | ELECTION OF PHILIP G. SATRE TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. “AN “AGAINST” VOTE ON ITEM 4 WILL BE TREATED AS A WITHHOLD VOTE WITH RESPECT TO PHILIP G. SATRE.” | | Management | | For | | For |
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THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY |
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Security | | 254687106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | DIS | | Meeting Date | | 10-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | US2546871060 | | Agenda | | 932990559 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: SUSAN E. ARNOLD | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN E. BRYSON | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN S. CHEN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JUDITH L. ESTRIN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT A. IGER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: STEVEN P. JOBS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: FRED H. LANGHAMMER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: AYLWIN B. LEWIS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MONICA C. LOZANO | | Management | | For | | For |
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1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT W. MATSCHULLAT | | Management | | For | | For |
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1K | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN E. PEPPER, JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1L | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ORIN C. SMITH | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSE- COOPERS LLP AS THE COMPANY’S REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO APPROVE THE AMENDMENT TO THE AMENDED AND RESTATED 2005 STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | TO APPROVE THE TERMS OF THE AMENDED AND RESTATED 2002 EXECUTIVE PERFORMANCE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | TO APPROVE THE SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL RELATING TO POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS REPORTING. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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06 | | TO APPROVE THE SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL RELATING TO DEATH BENEFIT PAYMENTS. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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07 | | TO APPROVE THE SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL RELATING TO SHAREHOLDER ADVISORY VOTE ON EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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FRANKLIN RESOURCES, INC. |
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Security | | 354613101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | BEN | | Meeting Date | | 11-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | US3546131018 | | Agenda | | 932991311 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: SAMUEL H. ARMACOST | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CHARLES CROCKER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOSEPH R. HARDIMAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT D. JOFFE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CHARLES B. JOHNSON | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GREGORY E. JOHNSON | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RUPERT H. JOHNSON, JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: THOMAS H. KEAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CHUTTA RATNATHICAM | | Management | | For | | For |
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1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PETER M. SACERDOTE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1K | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LAURA STEIN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1L | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ANNE M. TATLOCK | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO RESUBMIT FOR STOCKHOLDER APPROVAL THE 2004 KEY EXECUTIVE INCENTIVE COMPENSATION PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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CARLSBERG AS |
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Security | | K36628137 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 12-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | DK0010181759 | | Agenda | | 701826185 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | IMPORTANT MARKET PROCESSING REQUIREMENT: A BENEFICIAL OWNER SIGNED POWER OF ATTORNEY (POA) IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO LODGE AND EXECUTE YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MARKET. ABSENCE OF A POA, MAY CAUSE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS TO BE REJECTED. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Receive the report on the activities of the Company in the past year | | Management | | Abstain | | Against |
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2. | | Approve the audited annual report and grant discharge to the Board of Directors and the Executive Board from their obligations | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approve the distribution of the profit for the year, including declaration of the dividends | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Authorize the Board of Directors of Carlsberg A/S, with reference to Section 48 of the Danish Public Companies Act, to acquire treasury shares at a nominal value of up to 10% of the nominal share capital at the price quoted on the Copenhagen Stock Exchange at the time of acquisition with a deviation of up to 10%; [Authority expires at the end of next AGM] | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.A | | Authorize the Board of Directors, in the Articles 9[1], Articles 13[1], Articles 13[4], to increase the share capital of the Company by total up to DKK 10,000,000 B-shares to be offered to the employees of the Company; approve, to issue convertible bonds to a maximum amount of DKK 639,000,000, and to raise loans by up to a maximum amount of DKK 200,000,000 against bonds or other instruments of debt with a right to interest, the size of which is entirely or partly related to the dividend paid by the Company as specified | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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5.B | | Amend the Articles 11[3] of the Articles of Association as specified | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Approve, pursuant to the Article 27[3-4] of the Articles of Association, Managing Director Mr. Jens Bigum retires from the Board of Directors and according to the Article 27[3] of the Articles of Association, Professor, D. Pharm. Povl Krogsgaard-Larsen and Professor, D. Econ, Niels Kaergard and Henning B. Dyremose who will retire from the Board of Directors by rotation, Henning Dyremose stands down; re-elect Povl Krogsgaard-Larsen and Niels Kaergard and Richard Burrows and Kees van der Graaf be elected as new members of the Board of Directors | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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7. | | Appoint the KPMG Statsautoriseret Revisionspartnerselskab as state-authorized Public accountant to audit the accounts for the current year | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Authorize the Board of Directors to carry out any such changes and amendments in the material approved, in the Articles of Association and in other relations which the Danish Commerce and Companies Agency may require in order to register the material approved at the AGM | | Management | | For | | For |
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LG ELECTRONICS INC NEW |
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Security | | Y5275H177 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 13-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | KR7066570003 | | Agenda | | 701816425 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT ABSTAIN IS NOT A VALID VOTING OPTION FOR THIS MEETING. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve the financial statement | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the partial amendment to the Articles of Incorporation | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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3. | | Elect the Directors: Outside Directors - 2 persons [Messrs. Kim, Sang Hee, Lee, Kyu Min] | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Elect the Audit Committee Member as Outside Directors - 2 persons [Messrs. Kim, Sang Hee, Hong, Sung Won] | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Approve the remuneration limit for the Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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6. | | Approve the change of Severance Payment for Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO RECEIPT OF NAMES IN RESOLUTIONS 3 AND 4. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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SK TELECOM CO., LTD. |
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Security | | 78440P108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | SKM | | Meeting Date | | 13-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | US78440P1084 | | Agenda | | 933001620 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | APPROVAL OF FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE 25TH FISCAL YEAR (FROM JANUARY 1, 2008 TO DECEMBER 31, 2008) AS SET FORTH IN ITEM 1 OF THE COMPANY’S AGENDA ENCLOSED HEREWITH. | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROVAL OF CEILING AMOUNT OF THE REMUNERATION FOR DIRECTORS* PROPOSED CEILING AMOUNT OF THE REMUNERATION FOR DIRECTORS IS KRW 12 BILLION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | AMENDMENT TO COMPANY REGULATION ON EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION AS SET FORTH IN ITEM 2 OF THE COMPANY’S AGENDA ENCLOSED HEREWITH. | | Management | | For | | For |
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4A1 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MR. CHEY, JAE WON | | Management | | Abstain | | Against |
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4A2 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MR. JUNG, MAN WON | | Management | | For | | For |
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4B | | ELECTION OF INDEPENDENT NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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4C | | ELECTION OF A MEMBER OF THE AUDIT COMMITTEE. | | Management | | For | | For |
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REDECARD S A |
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Security | | P79941103 | | Meeting Type | | Extra Ordinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 18-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | BRRDCDACNOR3 | | Agenda | | 701831302 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | IMPORTANT MARKET PROCESSING REQUIREMENT: A BENEFICIAL OWNER SIGNED POWER OF ATTORNEY (POA) IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO LODGE AND EXECUTE YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MARKET. ABSENCE OF A POA, MAY CAUSE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS TO BE REJECTED. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT VOTES IN FAVOR AND AGAINST IN THE SAME AGENDA ITEM ARE NOT ALLOWED. ONLY VOTES IN FAVOR AND/OR ABSTAIN OR AGAINST AND/OR ABSTAIN ARE ALLOWED. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve to decide concerning retaining Mr. Joaquim Francisco De Castro Neto in his position as Chairperson of the Board of Directors, until the end of the term of office for which he was elected, considering the age limit that is dealt with in Article 13, 8 of the Corporate Bylaws | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Elect the members of the Board of Director’s designated in the meetings of the Board of Directors held on 24 APR 2008, and 23 SEP 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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REDECARD S A |
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Security | | P79941103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 18-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | BRRDCDACNOR3 | | Agenda | | 701831314 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | IMPORTANT MARKET PROCESSING REQUIREMENT: A BENEFICIAL OWNER SIGNED POWER OF ATTORNEY (POA) IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO LODGE AND EXECUTE YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MARKET. ABSENCE OF A POA, MAY CAUSE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS TO BE REJECTED. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT VOTES IN FAVOR AND AGAINST IN THE SAME AGENDA ITEM ARE NOT ALLOWED. ONLY VOTES IN FAVOR AND/OR ABSTAIN OR AGAINST AND/OR ABSTAIN ARE ALLOWED. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve to examine and vote up on the Board of Directors annual report, the financial statements and Independent Auditors and finance committee report relating to FYE 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the capital budget and the allocation of the net profits from the FY | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approve to set the global remuneration of the Board of Directors, the Independent Auditors and the Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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COVIDIEN LTD. |
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Security | | G2552X108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | COV | | Meeting Date | | 18-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | BMG2552X1083 | | Agenda | | 932993377 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CRAIG ARNOLD | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT H. BRUST | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN M. CONNORS, JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CHRISTOPHER J. COUGHLIN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: TIMOTHY M. DONAHUE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: KATHY J. HERBERT | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RANDALL J. HOGAN, III | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RICHARD J. MEELIA | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DENNIS H. REILLEY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: TADATAKA YAMADA | | Management | | For | | For |
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1K | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOSEPH A. ZACCAGNINO | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROVE AMENDED AND RESTATED 2007 STOCK AND INCENTIVE PLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPOINTMENT OF INDEPENDENT AUDITORS AND AUTHORIZATION OF THE AUDIT COMMITTEE TO SET THE AUDITORS’ REMUNERATION | | Management | | For | | For |
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HSBC HOLDINGS PLC |
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Security | | 404280406 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | HBC | | Meeting Date | | 19-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | US4042804066 | | Agenda | | 933009967 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | TO INCREASE THE COMPANY’S AUTHORISED SHARE CAPITAL | | Management | | For | | |
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02 | | TO AUTHORISE THE DIRECTORS TO ALLOT SHARES | | Management | | For | | |
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S3 | | TO DISAPPLY PRE-EMPTION RIGHTS, WHERE NECESSARY, IN CONNECTION WITH THE RIGHTS ISSUE (SPECIAL RESOLUTION) | | Management | | For | | |
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STRAUMANN HLDG AG |
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Security | | H8300N119 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 20-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | CH0012280076 | | Agenda | | 701820311 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | THE PRACTICE OF SHARE BLOCKING VARIES WIDELY IN THIS MARKET. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE TO OBTAIN BLOCKING INFORMATION FOR YOUR ACCOUNTS. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS THE PART II OF THE MEETING NOTICE SENT UNDER MEETING-522507, INCLUDING THE AGENDA. TO VOTE IN THE UPCOMING MEETING, YOUR NAME MUST BE NOTIFIED TO THE COMPANY REGISTRAR AS BENEFICIAL OWNER BEFORE THE RE- REGISTRATION DEADLINE. PLEASE NOTE THAT THOSE INSTRUCTIONS THAT ARE SUBMITTED AFTER THE CUTOFF DATE WILL BE PROCESSED ON A BEST EFFORT BASIS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve the presentation of the 2008 business report and the reports of the Auditors | | Management | | Abstain | | Against |
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2. | | Approve the 2008 annual report [including the compensation report], the 2008 annual financial statements and the 2008 consolidated financial statements | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approve the appropriation of available earnings | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Grant discharge of the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Amend the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Elect the Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Appoint the Auditors for the year 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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HANKOOK TIRE CO LTD, SEOUL |
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Security | | Y30587102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 20-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | KR7000240002 | | Agenda | | 701824749 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT ABSTAIN IS NOT A VALID VOTING OPTION IN KOREA MEETING. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve the financial statements | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2. | | Amend the Articles of Incorporation | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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3. | | Elect the External Director who is an Audit Committee Member | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Approve the limit of remuneration for the Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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CORPORACION GEO SAB DE CV |
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Security | | P3142C117 | | Meeting Type | | Ordinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 20-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | MXP3142C1177 | | Agenda | | 701833368 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
I. | | Receive the report from the Board of Directors under the terms of Article 172 of the General Mercantile Company law and Article 28, subsection IV of the securities market law concerning the operations and results of the Company and the operations and activities in which it intervened in accordance with the securities market law during the FYE on 31 DEC 2007, including the individual and consolidated financial statements of the Company and the report on the compliance with the tax obligations in accordance with that provided by subsection XX of Article 86 of the income tax law | | Management | | For | | For |
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II. | | Receive the report of the Director General in accordance with the Article 172 of the General Mercantile Company law and 28, Section IV line B of the securities market law accompanied by the opinion of the outside Auditor and the opinion of the Board of Director’s regarding the report of the Director General in compliance with Article 21 of the corporate ByLaws | | Management | | For | | For |
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III. | | Receive the annual report of the Audit and corporate practices committee on its activities in accordance with the Article 36, part IV line A of the corporate bylaws and Article 28 , part IV, line A of the security market law | | Management | | For | | For |
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IV. | | Approve the allocation of results from the FYE on 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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V. | | Approve to determine the maximum amount of funds that can be allocated to purchase of the Company’s own shares in accordance with Article 12 of the Corporate bylaws and Article 56, line IV, of the securities market law | | Management | | For | | For |
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VI. | | Appoint the Members of the Board of Directors and Secretary for the Company | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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VII. | | Ratify the Members of the Audit and corporate practices committee; appoint the Chairperson of each one of said committees in compliance with that which is provided in the Article 43 of the securities market law | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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VIII | | Approve the remuneration for Members of the Board of Directors of the Company, full and alternate, Secretary and Members of the Audit and corporate practice committee | | Management | | For | | For |
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IX. | | Approve the designation of delegates who will carry out and formalize the resolutions passed by the AGM | | Management | | For | | For |
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NATURA COSMETICOS SA, SAO PAULO |
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Security | | P7088C106 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 23-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | BRNATUACNOR6 | | Agenda | | 701820638 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | IMPORTANT MARKET PROCESSING REQUIREMENT: A BENEFICIAL OWNER SIGNED POWER OF ATTORNEY (POA) IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO LODGE AND EXECUTE YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MARKET. ABSENCE OF A POA, MAY CAUSE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS TO BE REJECTED. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT VOTES IN FAVOR ‘AND’ AGAINST IN THE SAME AGENDA ITEM ARE NOT ALLOWED. ONLY VOTES IN FAVOR AND/OR ABSTAIN OR AGAINST AND/OR ABSTAIN ARE ALLOWED. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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A. | | Ratify the amendment of the wording of Article 5 of the Companys Corporate Bylaws relating to the Share Capital and the quantity of Company Shares that are subscribed for and paid in, arising from the exercise of the option to buy or subscribe for common shares issued by the Company, during the year 2008, by the Managers and Employees of the Company, as well as the Managers and Employees of the Companys directly and indirectly controlled Companies, participants in the addenda to the plans for the granting of options to purchase or subscribe for common shares issued by the Company relating to the 2004 calendar year | | Management | | For | | For |
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B. | | Approve to consider the new wording of the program for the granting of options to purchase or subscribe to common shares issued by the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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NATURA COSMETICOS SA, SAO PAULO |
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Security | | P7088C106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 23-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | BRNATUACNOR6 | | Agenda | | 701820640 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | IMPORTANT MARKET PROCESSING REQUIREMENT: A BENEFICIAL OWNER SIGNED POWER OF ATTORNEY (POA) IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO LODGE AND EXECUTE YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MARKET. ABSENCE OF A POA, MAY CAUSE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS TO BE REJECTED. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT VOTES IN FAVOR ‘AND’ AGAINST IN THE SAME AGENDA ITEM ARE NOT ALLOWED. ONLY VOTES IN FAVOR AND/OR ABSTAIN OR AGAINST AND/OR ABSTAIN ARE ALLOWED. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Receive the administrators accounts, to examine, discuss and vote on the administrations report the financial statements and the accounting statements accompanied by the Independent Auditors report regarding the FYE 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the proposal for the capital budget for the year 2009 the allocation of the net profit from FYE 31 DEC 2008 and to ratify the early distributions of dividends and interim interest on net equity | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Elect the Members of the Company’s Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Approve to set the aggregate remuneration of the Managers of the Company to be paid before the AGM in which shareholders of the Company vote concerning the financial statements for the FYE 31 DEC 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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ASML HOLDING NV |
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Security | | N07059178 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 26-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | NL0006034001 | | Agenda | | 701822846 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN AMENDMENT TO MEETING ID 525667 DUE TO ADDITION OF RESOLUTIONS. ALL VOTES RECEIVED ON THE PREVIOUS MEETING WILL BE DISREGARDED AND YOU WILL NEED TO REINSTRUCT ON THIS MEETING NOTICE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO CHANGE IN STATUS OF BLOCKING INDICATOR. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Opening | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2. | | Overview of the Company’s business and financial situation | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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3. | | Approve to discuss the Annual Report 2008 and adopt the financial statements for the FY 2008, as prepared in accordance with Dutch law | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Grant discharge the Members of the Board of Management from liability for their responsibilities in the FY 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Grant discharge the Members of the Supervisory Board from liability for their responsibilities in the FY 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Clarification of the reserves and dividend policy | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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7. | | Adopt a dividend of EUR 0.20 per ordinary share of EUR 0.09 | | Management | | For | | For |
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8.A | | Approve, subject to the approval of the Supervisory Board, the number of performance stock for the Board of Management and authorize the Board of Management to issue the performance stock | | Management | | For | | For |
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8.B | | Approve, subject to the approval of the Supervisory Board, the maximum number of 50,000 sign-on stock and authorize the Board of Management to issue the sign-on stock | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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9.A | | Approve, subject to the approval of the Supervisory Board, the number of performance stock options available for the Board of Management and authorize the Board of Management to issue the performance stock options | | Management | | For | | For |
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9.B | | Approve, subject to the approval of the Supervisory Board, the maximum number of 50,000 sign-on stock options, and authorize the Board of Management to issue the sign-on stock options | | Management | | For | | For |
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9.C | | Approve, subject to the approval of the Supervisory Board, the number of stock options, respectively shares, available for ASML employees, other than Members of the Board of Management, and authorize the Board of Management to issue the stock options or shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Composition of the Board of Management | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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11.A | | Re-appoint Ms. H.C.J. van den Burg as a Member of the Supervisory Board, effective 26 MAR 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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11.B | | Re-appoint Mr. O. Bilous as a Member of the Supervisory Board, effective 26 MAR 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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11.C | | Re-appoint Mr. J.W.B. Westerburgen as a Member of the Supervisory Board, effective 26 MAR 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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11.D | | Appoint Ms. P.F.M. van der Meer Mohr as a Member of the Supervisory Board, effective 26 MAR 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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11.E | | Appoint Mr. W. Ziebart as a Member of the Supervisory Board, effective 26 MAR 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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12.A | | Authorize the Board of Management, for a period of 18 months from 26 MAR 2009, to issue shares or rights to subscribe for shares in the capital of the Company, subject to the approval of the Supervisory Board, limited to 5% of the issued share capital at the time of the authorization | | Management | | For | | For |
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12.B | | Authorize the Board of Management, for a period of 18 months from 26 MAR 2009, to restrict or exclude the pre-emption rights accruing to shareholders in connection with the issue of shares or rights to subscribe for shares as described under 12.A., subject to approval of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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12.C | | Authorize the Board of Management, for a period of 18 months from 26 MAR 2009, to issue shares or rights to subscribe for shares in the capital of the Company, subject to the approval of the Supervisory Board, for an additional 5% of the issued share capital at the time of the authorization, which 5% can only be used in connection with or on the occasion of mergers and/or acquisitions | | Management | | For | | For |
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12.D | | Authorize the Board of Management, for a period of 18 months from 26 MAR 2009, to restrict or exclude the pre-emption rights accruing to shareholders in connection with the issue of shares or rights to subscribe for shares as described under 12.C., subject to approval of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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13. | | Authorize the Board of Management, for a period of 18 months from 26 MAR 2009, to acquire - subject to the approval of the Supervisory Board - such a number of ordinary shares in the Company’s share capital as permitted within the limits of the Law and the Articles of Association of the Company, taking into account the possibility to cancel the re-purchased shares, for valuable consideration, on Euronext Amsterdam by NYSE Euronext [“Euronext Amsterdam”] or the NASDAQ Stock Market LLC [“NASDAQ”], or otherwise, at a price between, on the one hand, an amount equal to the nominal value of the shares and, on the other hand, an amount equal to 110% of the market price of these shares on Euronext Amsterdam or NASDAQ; the market price being the average of the highest price on each of the five days of trading prior to the date of acquisition, as shown in the Official Price List of Euronext Amsterdam or as reported on NASDAQ | | Management | | For | | For |
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14. | | Approve to cancel ordinary shares in the share capital of the Company repurchased or to be repurchased by the Company; the number of ordinary shares that will be cancelled shall be determined by the Board of Management, but shall not exceed 10% of the issued share capital of the Company as of 26 MAR 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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15. | | Approve to cancel additional ordinary shares in the share capital of the Company to be repurchased by the Company following the cancellation of the ordinary shares under Resolution 14; the number of ordinary shares that will be cancelled shall be determined by the Board of Management, but shall not exceed 10% of the issued share capital of the Company as of 26 MAR 2009, reduced with the number of ordinary shares cancelled pursuant to Resolution 14 | | Management | | For | | For |
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16. | | Any other business | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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17. | | Closing | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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KIRIN HOLDINGS COMPANY, LIMITED |
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Security | | 497350108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 26-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | JP3258000003 | | Agenda | | 701829268 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | Please reference meeting materials. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve Appropriation of Retained Earnings | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Amend the Articles of Incorporation | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.1 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.2 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.3 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.4 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.5 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.6 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.7 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.8 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.9 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Approve Payment of Bonuses to Corporate Officers | | Management | | For | | For |
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HYNIX SEMICONDUCTOR INC |
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Security | | Y3817W109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 26-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | KR7000660001 | | Agenda | | 701834928 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT ABSTAIN IS NOT A VALID VOTING OPTION IN KOREA. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve the financial statements | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the change of Articles of Incorporation | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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3. | | Elect the Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Elect the Audit Committee Member who is an External Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Approve the remuneration limit for the Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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ASML HOLDINGS N.V. |
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Security | | N07059186 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ASML | | Meeting Date | | 26-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | USN070591862 | | Agenda | | 933001694 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
03 | | DISCUSSION OF THE ANNUAL REPORT 2008 AND ADOPTION OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE FINANCIAL YEAR (“FY”) 2008, AS PREPARED IN ACCORDANCE WITH DUTCH LAW. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | DISCHARGE OF THE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF MANAGEMENT (“BOM”) FROM LIABILITY FOR THEIR RESPONSIBILITIES IN THE FY 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | DISCHARGE OF THE MEMBERS OF THE SUPERVISORY BOARD (“SB”) FROM LIABILITY FOR THEIR RESPONSIBILITIES IN THE FY 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
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07 | | PROPOSAL TO ADOPT A DIVIDEND OF EUR 0.20 PER ORDINARY SHARE OF EUR 0.09. | | Management | | For | | For |
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8A | | APPROVAL OF THE NUMBER OF PERFORMANCE STOCK FOR THE BOM AND AUTHORIZATION OF THE BOM TO ISSUE THE PERFORMANCE STOCK. | | Management | | For | | For |
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8B | | APPROVAL OF THE MAXIMUM NUMBER OF 50,000 SIGN-ON STOCK FOR THE BOM AND AUTHORIZATION OF THE BOM TO ISSUE THE SIGN-ON STOCK. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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9A | | APPROVAL OF THE NUMBER OF PERFORMANCE STOCK OPTIONS FOR THE BOM AND AUTHORIZATION OF THE BOM TO ISSUE THE PERFORMANCE STOCK OPTIONS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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9B | | APPROVAL OF THE MAXIMUM NUMBER OF 50,000 SIGN-ON STOCK OPTIONS FOR THE BOM AND AUTHORIZATION OF THE BOM TO ISSUE THE SIGN-ON STOCK OPTIONS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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9C | | APPROVAL OF THE NUMBER OF STOCK OPTIONS, RESPECTIVELY STOCK, AVAILABLE FOR ASML EMPLOYEES, AND AUTHORIZATION OF THE BOM TO ISSUE THE STOCK OPTIONS OR STOCK. | | Management | | For | | For |
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11A | | NOMINATION FOR REAPPOINTMENT OF MS. H.C.J. VAN DEN BURG AS MEMBER OF THE SB EFFECTIVE MARCH 26, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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11B | | NOMINATION FOR REAPPOINTMENT OF MR. O. BILOUS AS MEMBER OF THE SB EFFECTIVE MARCH 26, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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11C | | NOMINATION FOR REAPPOINTMENT OF MR. J.W.B. WESTERBURGEN AS MEMBER OF THE SB EFFECTIVE MARCH 26, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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11D | | NOMINATION FOR APPOINTMENT OF MS. P.F.M. VAN DER MEER MOHR AS MEMBER OF THE SB EFFECTIVE MARCH 26, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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11E | | NOMINATION FOR APPOINTMENT OF MR. W. ZIEBART AS MEMBER OF THE SB EFFECTIVE MARCH 26, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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12A | | PROPOSAL TO AUTHORIZE THE BOM FOR A PERIOD OF 18 MONTHS FROM MARCH 26, 2009, TO ISSUE (RIGHTS TO SUBSCRIBE FOR) SHARES IN THE CAPITAL OF THE COMPANY, LIMITED TO 5% OF THE ISSUED SHARE CAPITAL AT THE TIME OF THE AUTHORIZATION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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12B | | PROPOSAL TO AUTHORIZE THE BOM FOR A PERIOD OF 18 MONTHS FROM MARCH 26, 2009 TO RESTRICT OR EXCLUDE THE PRE-EMPTION RIGHTS ACCRUING TO SHAREHOLDERS IN CONNECTION WITH ITEM 12A. | | Management | | For | | For |
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12C | | PROPOSAL TO AUTHORIZE THE BOM FOR A PERIOD OF 18 MONTHS FROM MARCH 26, 2009, TO ISSUE (RIGHTS TO SUBSCRIBE FOR) SHARES IN THE CAPITAL OF THE COMPANY, FOR AN ADDITIONAL 5% OF THE ISSUED SHARE CAPITAL AT THE TIME OF THE AUTHORIZATION, WHICH 5% CAN ONLY BE USED IN CONNECTION WITH OR ON THE OCCASION OF MERGERS AND/OR ACQUISITIONS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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12D | | PROPOSAL TO AUTHORIZE THE BOM FOR A PERIOD OF 18 MONTHS FROM MARCH 26, 2009, TO RESTRICT OR EXCLUDE THE PRE-EMPTION RIGHTS ACCRUING TO SHAREHOLDERS IN CONNECTION WITH ITEM 12C. | | Management | | For | | For |
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13 | | PROPOSAL TO AUTHORIZE THE BOM FOR A PERIOD OF 18 MONTHS FROM MARCH 26, 2009 TO ACQUIRE ORDINARY SHARES IN THE COMPANY’S SHARE CAPITAL. | | Management | | For | | For |
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14 | | CANCELLATION OF ORDINARY SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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15 | | CANCELLATION OF ADDITIONAL ORDINARY SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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ASML HOLDINGS N.V. |
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Security | | N07059186 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ASML | | Meeting Date | | 26-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | USN070591862 | | Agenda | | 933007975 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
03 | | DISCUSSION OF THE ANNUAL REPORT 2008 AND ADOPTION OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE FINANCIAL YEAR (“FY”) 2008, AS PREPARED IN ACCORDANCE WITH DUTCH LAW. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | DISCHARGE OF THE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF MANAGEMENT (“BOM”) FROM LIABILITY FOR THEIR RESPONSIBILITIES IN THE FY 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
05 | | DISCHARGE OF THE MEMBERS OF THE SUPERVISORY BOARD (“SB”) FROM LIABILITY FOR THEIR RESPONSIBILITIES IN THE FY 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
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07 | | PROPOSAL TO ADOPT A DIVIDEND OF EUR 0.20 PER ORDINARY SHARE OF EUR 0.09. | | Management | | For | | For |
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8A | | APPROVAL OF THE NUMBER OF PERFORMANCE STOCK FOR THE BOM AND AUTHORIZATION OF THE BOM TO ISSUE THE PERFORMANCE STOCK. | | Management | | For | | For |
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8B | | APPROVAL OF THE MAXIMUM NUMBER OF 50,000 SIGN-ON STOCK FOR THE BOM AND AUTHORIZATION OF THE BOM TO ISSUE THE SIGN-ON STOCK. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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9A | | APPROVAL OF THE NUMBER OF PERFORMANCE STOCK OPTIONS FOR THE BOM AND AUTHORIZATION OF THE BOM TO ISSUE THE PERFORMANCE STOCK OPTIONS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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9B | | APPROVAL OF THE MAXIMUM NUMBER OF 50,000 SIGN-ON STOCK OPTIONS FOR THE BOM AND AUTHORIZATION OF THE BOM TO ISSUE THE SIGN-ON STOCK OPTIONS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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9C | | APPROVAL OF THE NUMBER OF STOCK OPTIONS, RESPECTIVELY STOCK, AVAILABLE FOR ASML EMPLOYEES, AND AUTHORIZATION OF THE BOM TO ISSUE THE STOCK OPTIONS OR STOCK. | | Management | | For | | For |
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11A | | NOMINATION FOR REAPPOINTMENT OF MS. H.C.J. VAN DEN BURG AS MEMBER OF THE SB EFFECTIVE MARCH 26, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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11B | | NOMINATION FOR REAPPOINTMENT OF MR. O. BILOUS AS MEMBER OF THE SB EFFECTIVE MARCH 26, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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11C | | NOMINATION FOR REAPPOINTMENT OF MR. J.W.B. WESTERBURGEN AS MEMBER OF THE SB EFFECTIVE MARCH 26, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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11D | | NOMINATION FOR APPOINTMENT OF MS. P.F.M. VAN DER MEER MOHR AS MEMBER OF THE SB EFFECTIVE MARCH 26, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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11E | | NOMINATION FOR APPOINTMENT OF MR. W. ZIEBART AS MEMBER OF THE SB EFFECTIVE MARCH 26, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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12A | | PROPOSAL TO AUTHORIZE THE BOM FOR A PERIOD OF 18 MONTHS FROM MARCH 26, 2009, TO ISSUE (RIGHTS TO SUBSCRIBE FOR) SHARES IN THE CAPITAL OF THE COMPANY, LIMITED TO 5% OF THE ISSUED SHARE CAPITAL AT THE TIME OF THE AUTHORIZATION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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12B | | PROPOSAL TO AUTHORIZE THE BOM FOR A PERIOD OF 18 MONTHS FROM MARCH 26, 2009 TO RESTRICT OR EXCLUDE THE PRE-EMPTION RIGHTS ACCRUING TO SHAREHOLDERS IN CONNECTION WITH ITEM 12A. | | Management | | For | | For |
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12C | | PROPOSAL TO AUTHORIZE THE BOM FOR A PERIOD OF 18 MONTHS FROM MARCH 26, 2009, TO ISSUE (RIGHTS TO SUBSCRIBE FOR) SHARES IN THE CAPITAL OF THE COMPANY, FOR AN ADDITIONAL 5% OF THE ISSUED SHARE CAPITAL AT THE TIME OF THE AUTHORIZATION, WHICH 5% CAN ONLY BE USED IN CONNECTION WITH OR ON THE OCCASION OF MERGERS AND/OR ACQUISITIONS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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12D | | PROPOSAL TO AUTHORIZE THE BOM FOR A PERIOD OF 18 MONTHS FROM MARCH 26, 2009, TO RESTRICT OR EXCLUDE THE PRE-EMPTION RIGHTS ACCRUING TO SHAREHOLDERS IN CONNECTION WITH ITEM 12C. | | Management | | For | | For |
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13 | | PROPOSAL TO AUTHORIZE THE BOM FOR A PERIOD OF 18 MONTHS FROM MARCH 26, 2009 TO ACQUIRE ORDINARY SHARES IN THE COMPANY’S SHARE CAPITAL. | | Management | | For | | For |
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14 | | CANCELLATION OF ORDINARY SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
15 | | CANCELLATION OF ADDITIONAL ORDINARY SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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BNP PARIBAS |
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Security | | F1058Q238 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 27-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000131104 | | Agenda | | 701830716 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non- Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Grant authority for the new class of preferred stock [Class B] and amend Bylaws accordingly, subject to approval of item 2 | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Grant authority for the issuance of preferred stock [Class B] in favor of societe de Prise de participation de 1’Etat [SPPE] for up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 608,064,070, subject to approval of item 1 | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approve the Employee Stock Purchase Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Grant authority for the capitalization of reserves of up to EUR 1 billion for bonus issue or increase in par value, subject to approval of items 1 and 2 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5. | | Grant authority for the filing of required documents/other formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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ORTHOFIX INTERNATIONAL N.V. |
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Security | | N6748L102 | | Meeting Type | | Contested-Special |
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Ticker Symbol | | OFIX | | Meeting Date | | 02-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | ANN6748L1027 | | Agenda | | 933003953 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | REMOVAL OF DIRECTOR: JAMES F. GERO | | Management | | For | | Against |
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1B | | REMOVAL OF DIRECTOR: PETER J. HEWETT | | Management | | For | | Against |
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1C | | REMOVAL OF DIRECTOR: THOMAS J. KESTER | | Management | | Against | | For |
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1D | | REMOVAL OF DIRECTOR: WALTER P. VON WARTBURG | | Management | | For | | Against |
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02 | | TO REMOVE, WITHOUT CAUSE, ANY DIRECTOR APPOINTED BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF ORTHOFIX INTERNATIONAL N.V. FROM DECEMBER 10, 2008 THROUGH AND INCLUDING THE DATE OF THE SPECIAL GENERAL MEETING | | Management | | For | | Against |
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3A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: J. MICHAEL EGAN | | Management | | For | | Against |
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3B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PETER A. FELD | | Management | | For | | Against |
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3C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: STEVEN J. LEE | | Management | | Abstain | | For |
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3D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CHARLES T. ORSATTI | | Management | | For | | Against |
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ORTHOFIX INTERNATIONAL N.V. |
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Security | | N6748L102 | | Meeting Type | | Contested-Special |
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Ticker Symbol | | OFIX | | Meeting Date | | 02-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | ANN6748L1027 | | Agenda | | 933004789 - Opposition |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | TO REMOVE WITHOUT CAUSE OF THE CURRENT BOARD OF DIRECTOR: JAMES F. GERO | | Management | | For | | * |
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1B | | TO REMOVE WITHOUT CAUSE OF THE CURRENT BOARD OF DIRECTOR: PETER J. HEWETT | | Management | | For | | * |
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1C | | TO REMOVE WITHOUT CAUSE OF THE CURRENT BOARD OF DIRECTOR: THOMAS J. KESTER | | Management | | Against | | * |
| | | | |
1D | | TO REMOVE WITHOUT CAUSE OF THE CURRENT BOARD OF DIRECTOR: WALTER P. VON WARTBURG | | Management | | For | | * |
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2 | | THE RAMIUS GROUP’S PROPOSAL TO REMOVE, WITHOUT CAUSE, ANY DIRECTORS APPOINTED BY THE BOARD WITHOUT SHAREHOLDER APPROVAL BETWEEN DECEMBER 10, 2008 AND UP THROUGH AND INCLUDING THE DATE OF THE SPECIAL MEETING | | Management | | For | | * |
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3A | | TO ELECT: J. MICHAEL EGAN | | Management | | For | | * |
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3B | | TO ELECT: PETER A. FELD | | Management | | For | | * |
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3C | | TO ELECT: STEVEN J. LEE | | Management | | Abstain | | * |
| | | | |
3D | | TO ELECT: CHARLES T. ORSATTI | | Management | | For | | * |
* | Management Position Unknown |
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NOBEL BIOCARE |
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Security | | H5783Q130 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 06-Apr-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | CH0037851646 | | Agenda | | 701848016 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | THE PRACTICE OF SHARE BLOCKING VARIES WIDELY IN THIS MARKET. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE TO OBTAIN BLOCKING INFORMATION FOR YOUR ACCOUNTS. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THE NOTICE FOR THIS MEETING WAS RECEIVED AFTER THE REGISTRATION DEADLINE. IF YOUR SHARES WERE REGISTERED PRIOR TO THE DEADLINE OF [BOOK CLOSING/REGISTRATION DEADLINE DATE], YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS MEETING. HOWEVER, VOTING INSTRUCTIONS FOR SHARES THAT WERE NOT REGISTERED PRIOR TO THE REGISTRATION DEADLINE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN AMENDMENT TO MEETING ID 543481 DUE ADDITION OF RESOLUTIONS. ALL VOTES RECEIVED ON THE PREVIOUS MEETING WILL BE DISREGARDED AND YOU WILL NEED TO REINSTRUCT ON THIS MEETING NOTICE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve to propose the Board of Directors, annual report and consolidated financial statements for 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the statutory financial statements of Nobel Biocare Holding Ltd for 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approve the appropriate available earnings/dividends for 2008 as specified | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Grant discharge to the Members of the Board of Directors for their services in the business year 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.1 | | Re-elect Mr. Stig Eriksson by way of separate election for a 1 year term of office until the next AGM | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.2 | | Re-elect Mr. Antoine Firmenich by way of separate election for a 1 year term of office until the next AGM | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5.3 | | Re-elect Mr. Edgar Fluri by way of separate election for a 1 year term of office until the next AGM | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.4 | | Re-elect Mr. Robert lilja by way of separate election for a 1 year term of office until the next AGM | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.5 | | Re-elect Mrs. Jane Royston by way of separate election for a 1 year term of office until the next AGM | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5.6 | | Re-elect Mr. Rolf Soiron by way of separate election for a 1 year term of office until the next AGM | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5.7 | | Re-elect Mr. Rolf Watter by way of separate election for a 1 year term of office until the next AGM | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5.8 | | Re-elect Mr. Ernst Zaengerle by way of separate election for a 1 year term of office until the next AGM | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
6. | | Re-elect KPMG AG Zurich as Auditor of the business year 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Authorize the Board of Directors to issue a total maximum of 25,000,000 new shares of follows; authorized share capital, so that the Board of Directors is authorized to increase the share capital until 06 APR 2011 by an amount up to CHF 10,000,000 by issuing up to 25,000,000 fully paid-up registered shares with a nominal value of CHF 0.40 each and; conditional share capital in the amount of up to CHF 10,000,000 by issuing up to 25,000,000 fully paid-up registered shares with a nominal value of CHF 0.40 all according to the conditions of the proposed new Articles 3b and 3c of the Articles of Incorporation as specified | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Approve the cancellation of 532,000 shares with a par value of CHF 0.40 each acquired in 2008 with in the scope of the repurchase program according to the resolution of the Annual General Meeting of 27 MAR 2008, and the corresponding reduction of the share capital from CHF 49,726,612 by CHF 212,800 to CHF 49,513,812 using the amount resulting from the reduction to dissolve the corresponding reserve for treasury shares; to declare, as a result of the audit report prepared in accordance with article 732 paragraph 2 of the swiss code of obligations that the claims by the creditors are fully covered notwithstanding the above reduction of the share capital; and; to amend article 3 paragraph 1 of the articles of incorporation as follows | | Management | | For | | For |
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TNT N V |
| | | |
Security | | N86672107 | | Meeting Type | | Ordinary General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 08-Apr-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | NL0000009066 | | Agenda | | 701838368 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT BLOCKING HAS BEEN REMOVED. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Opening and announcements | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2. | | Presentation by Mr. M.P. Bakker, Chief Executive Officer | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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3. | | Annual report 2008 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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4. | | Discussion of the Corporate Governance Chapter in the annual report 2008, Chapter 10 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
5. | | Remuneration of the Board of Management | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
6. | | Adopt the 2008 financial statements | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
7.A | | Discussion of the reserves and dividend guidelines 2009 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
7.B | | Approve to determine the distribution of dividend | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
7.C | | Approve the distribution out of the reserves | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
8. | | Grant discharge from liability of the Members of the Board of Management | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
9. | | Grant discharge from liability of the Members of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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10.A | | Announcement of vacancies in the Supervisory Board | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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10.B | | Opportunity for the general meeting of shareholders to make recommendations for the re-appointment of Members of the Supervisory Board | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
10.C | | Announcement by the Supervisory Board of the persons nominated for re-appointment | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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10.D | | Amendments to the profile of the Supervisory Board | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
11. | | Re-appoint Mr. S. Levy as a Member of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
12. | | Appoint Ms. P.M. Altenburg as a Member of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
13. | | Announcement of vacancies in the Supervisory Board expected as per the close of the AGM of shareholders in 2010 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
14. | | Announcement of the intention of the Supervisory Board to re-appoint Mr. H.M.-Koorstra as a Member of the Board of Management | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
15. | | Authorize the Board of Management to issue ordinary shares | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
16. | | Authorize the Board of Management to limit or exclude the pre-emptive right to issue ordinary shares | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
17. | | Authorize the Board of Management to have the Company acquire its own shares | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
18. | | Approve to reduce the issued share capital by cancellation of own shares | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
19. | | Questions | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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20. | | Close | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN AGM. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO CHANGE IN BLOCKING CONDITIONS. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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LONZA GROUP AG |
| | | |
Security | | H50524133 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 08-Apr-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | CH0013841017 | | Agenda | | 701860935 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | THE PRACTICE OF SHARE BLOCKING VARIES WIDELY IN THIS MARKET. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE TO OBTAIN BLOCKING INFORMATION FOR YOUR ACCOUNTS. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THE NOTICE FOR THIS MEETING WAS RECEIVED AFTER THE REGISTRATION DEADLINE. IF YOUR SHARES WERE REGISTERED PRIOR TO THE DEADLINE OF [BOOK CLOSING/REGISTRATION DEADLINE DATE], YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS MEETING. HOWEVER, VOTING INSTRUCTIONS FOR SHARES THAT WERE NOT REGISTER-ED PRIOR TO THE REGISTRATION DEADLINE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve the consolidated financial statements of Lonza group for 2008 and report of the Group Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the annual activity report and financial statements for 2008 and report of the Statutory Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approve the appropriation of available earnings and payment of a dividend of CHF 1.75 per share on the share capital eligible for dividend of CHF 47,786,300 | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Ratify the acts of the Members of the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Amend the Articles 4 of the Articles of Association as specified | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.1 | | Re-elect Mr. Dame Julia Higgins to the Board of Directors for a 1 year term | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.2 | | Re-elect Mr. Patrick Aebischer to the Board of Directors for a 1 year term | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.3 | | Re-elect Mr. Gerhard Mayr to the Board of Directors for a 1 year term | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.4 | | Re-elect Mr. Rolf Soiron to the Board of Directors for a 1 year term | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.5 | | Re-elect Sir Richard Sykes to the Board of Directors for a 1 year term | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.6 | | Re-elect Mr. Peter Wilden to the Board of Directors for a 1 year term | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.7 | | Elect Mr. Frits Van Dijk to the Board of Directors for a 1 year term | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Re-elect KPMG Ltd, Zurich as the Statutory Auditors and also to act as Group Auditors for the FY 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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T. ROWE PRICE GROUP, INC. |
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Security | | 74144T108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | TROW | | Meeting Date | | 08-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US74144T1088 | | Agenda | | 933001961 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: EDWARD C. BERNARD | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JAMES T. BRADY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: J. ALFRED BROADDUS, JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DONALD B. HEBB, JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JAMES A.C. KENNEDY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: BRIAN C. ROGERS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DR. ALFRED SOMMER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DWIGHT S. TAYLOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ANNE MARIE WHITTEMORE | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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TIBCO SOFTWARE INC. |
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Security | | 88632Q103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | TIBX | | Meeting Date | | 08-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US88632Q1031 | | Agenda | | 933002797 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 VIVEK Y. RANADIVE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 ERIC C.W. DUNN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 NARENDRA K. GUPTA | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 PETER J. JOB | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 PHILIP K. WOOD | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS TIBCO SOFTWARE INC.’S, INDEPENDENT AUDITORS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING NOVEMBER 30, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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PETROLEO BRASILEIRO S.A. - PETROBRAS |
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Security | | 71654V101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | PBRA | | Meeting Date | | 08-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US71654V1017 | | Agenda | | 933032500 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
IV | | ELECTION OF ONE MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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VI | | ELECTION OF ONE MEMBER OF THE AUDIT COMMITTEE AND HIS/HER RESPECTIVE SUBSITUTE | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON CORP. |
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Security | | 064058100 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | BK | | Meeting Date | | 14-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US0640581007 | | Agenda | | 933014805 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 RUTH E. BRUCH | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 NICHOLAS M. DONOFRIO | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 GERALD L. HASSELL | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 EDMUND F. KELLY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 ROBERT P. KELLY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 RICHARD J. KOGAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 MICHAEL J. KOWALSKI | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 JOHN A. LUKE, JR. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 ROBERT MEHRABIAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 10 MARK A. NORDENBERG | | | | For | | For |
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| | 11 CATHERINE A. REIN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 12 WILLIAM C. RICHARDSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 13 SAMUEL C. SCOTT III | | | | For | | For |
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| | 14 JOHN P. SURMA | | | | For | | For |
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| | 15 WESLEY W. VON SCHACK | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE THE ADVISORY (NON-BINDING) RESOLUTION RELATING TO 2008 EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | RATIFICATION OF APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANT. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL WITH RESPECT TO CUMULATIVE VOTING. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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05 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REQUESTING A 75% RETENTION POLICY FOR SHARES ACQUIRED THROUGH COMPENSATION PLANS. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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RODOBENS NEGOCIOS IMOBILIARIOS SA |
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Security | | P81424106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 15-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | BRRDNIACNOR9 | | Agenda | | 701877283 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | IMPORTANT MARKET PROCESSING REQUIREMENT: A BENEFICIAL OWNER SIGNED POWER OF ATTORNEY (POA) IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO LODGE AND EXECUTE YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MARKET. ABSENCE OF A POA, MAY CAUSE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS TO BE REJECTED. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | “PLEASE NOTE THAT VOTES ‘IN FAVOR’ AND ‘AGAINST’ IN THE SAME AGENDA ITEM ARE NOT ALLOWED. ONLY VOTES IN FAVOR AND/OR ABSTAIN OR AGAINST AND/ OR ABSTAIN ARE-ALLOWED. THANK YOU.” | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT SHAREHOLDERS SUBMITTING A VOTE TO ELECT A MEMBER MUST INCLUDE THE NAME OF THE CANDIDATE TO BE ELECTED. IF INSTRUCTIONS TO VOTE ON THIS ITEM IS RECEIVED WITHOUT A CANDIDATE’S NAME, YOUR VOTE WILL BE PROCESSED IN FAVOR OR AGAINST OF THE DEFAULT COMPANY’S CANDIDATE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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I. | | Approve the vote on the Administrations report, the financial statements and the accounting statements accompanied by the Independent Auditors report regarding FYE on 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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II. | | Approve, the proposal for the capital budget for the year 2009, well as about the proposal of the Board of Directors for the allocation of the net profits and the distribution of dividends from the 2008 FY | | Management | | For | | For |
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III. | | Approve to set the global remuneration of the Board of Directors for the FY 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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CARNIVAL CORPORATION |
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Security | | 143658300 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | CCL | | Meeting Date | | 15-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | PA1436583006 | | Agenda | | 933004448 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 MICKY ARISON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 A. RICHARD G. CAPEN, JR | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 ROBERT H. DICKINSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 ARNOLD W. DONALD | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 PIER LUIGI FOSCHI | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 HOWARD S. FRANK | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 RICHARD J. GLASIER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 MODESTO A. MAIDIQUE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 SIR JOHN PARKER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 10 PETER G. RATCLIFFE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 11 STUART SUBOTNICK | | | | For | | For |
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| | 12 LAURA WEIL | | | | For | | For |
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| | 13 RANDALL J. WEISENBURGER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 14 UZI ZUCKER | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RE-APPOINT PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS INDEPENDENT AUDITORS FOR CARNIVAL PLC. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO AUTHORIZE THE AUDIT COMMITTEE OF CARNIVAL PLC TO AGREE TO THE REMUNERATION OF THE INDEPENDENT AUDITORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | TO RECEIVE THE UK ACCOUNTS AND REPORTS OF THE DIRECTORS AND AUDITORS OF CARNIVAL PLC FOR THE FINANCIAL YEAR ENDED NOVEMBER 30, 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | TO APPROVE THE DIRECTORS’ REMUNERATION REPORT OF CARNIVAL PLC FOR THE FINANCIAL YEAR ENDED NOVEMBER 30, 2008. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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06 | | TO INCREASE THE AMOUNT OF THE AUTHORIZED BUT UNISSUED SHARE CAPITAL OF CARNIVAL PLC. | | Management | | For | | For |
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07 | | TO ADOPT THE AMENDED AND RESTATED ARTICLES OF ASSOCIATION OF CARNIVAL PLC. | | Management | | For | | For |
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08 | | TO APPROVE CERTAIN AMENDMENTS TO THE ARTICLES OF ASSOCIATION OF CARNIVAL PLC, TO TAKE EFFECT FROM OCTOBER 1, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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09 | | TO APPROVE THE GIVING OF AUTHORITY FOR THE ALLOTMENT OF NEW SHARES BY CARNIVAL PLC. | | Management | | For | | For |
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10 | | TO APPROVE THE DISAPPLICATION OF PRE-EMPTION RIGHTS IN RELATION TO THE ALLOTMENT OF NEW SHARES BY CARNIVAL PLC. | | Management | | For | | For |
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11 | | TO APPROVE A GENERAL AUTHORITY FOR CARNIVAL PLC TO BUY BACK CARNIVAL PLC ORDINARY SHARES IN THE OPEN MARKET. | | Management | | For | | For |
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BP P L C |
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Security | | G12793108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 16-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | GB0007980591 | | Agenda | | 701833293 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Receive the report of the Directors and the accounts for the YE 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the Directors remuneration report for the YE 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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3. | | Re-elect Mr. A. Burgmans as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Re-elect Mrs. C. B. Carroll as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Re-elect Sir William Castell as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Re-elect Mr. I. C. Conn as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Re-elect Mr. G. David as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Re-elect Mr. E. B. Davis as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Re-elect Mr. R. Dudley as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Re-elect Mr. D. J. Flint as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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11. | | Re-elect Dr. B. E. Grote as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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12. | | Re-elect Dr. A. B. Hayward as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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13. | | Re-elect Mr. A. G. Inglis as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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14. | | Re-elect Dr. D. S. Julius as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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15. | | Re-elect Sir Tom McKillop as a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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16. | | Re-elect Sir Ian Prosser as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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17. | | Re-elect Mr. P. D. Sutherland as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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18. | | Re-appoint Ernst & Young LLP as the Auditors from the conclusion of this meeting until the conclusion of the next general meeting before which accounts are laid and to authorize the Directors to fix the Auditors remuneration | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.19 | | Authorize the Company, in accordance with Section 163[3] of the Companies Act 1985, to make market purchases [Section 163[3]] with nominal value of USD 0.25 each in the capital of the Company, at a minimum price of USD 0.25 and not more than 5% above the average market value for such shares derived from the London Stock Exchange Daily Official List, for the 5 business days preceding the date of purchase; [Authority expires at the conclusion of the AGM of the Company in 2010 or 15 JUL 2010]; the Company, before the expiry, may make a contract to purchase ordinary shares which will or may be executed wholly or partly after such expiry | | Management | | For | | For |
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20. | | Authorize the Directors by the Company’s Articles of Association to allot relevant securities up to an aggregate nominal amount equal to the Section 80 Amount of USD 1,561 million, ; [Authority expires the earlier of the conclusion of the next AGM in 2010 of the Company or 15 JUL 2010] | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.21 | | Authorize the Directors, pursuant to Section 89 of the Companies Act 1985, to allot equity securities [Section 89] to the allotment of equity securities: a) in connection with a rights issue; b) up to an aggregate nominal amount of USD 234 million; [Authority expires the earlier of the conclusion of the next AGM in 2010 of the Company or 15 JUL 2010]; | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.22 | | Grant authority for the calling of general meeting of the Company by notice of at least 14 clear days | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO RECEIPT OF ADDITIONAL COMMENT. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT RESOLUTION 15 IS NOT BEING COUNTED AT THE MEETING, AS MR. TOM-MCKILLOP IS NO LONGER STANDING AS DIRECTOR. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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WEYERHAEUSER COMPANY |
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Security | | 962166104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | WY | | Meeting Date | | 16-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US9621661043 | | Agenda | | 933010186 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DEBRA A. CAFARO | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: NICOLE W. PIASECKI | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MARK A. EMMERT | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DANIEL S. FULTON | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WAYNE W. MURDY | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL ON THE CHAIRMAN POSITION | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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03 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL TO ADOPT SIMPLE MAJORITY VOTE | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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04 | | APPROVAL, ON AN ADVISORY BASIS, OF THE APPOINTMENT OF AUDITORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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SANOFI-AVENTIS |
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Security | | F5548N101 | | Meeting Type | | Ordinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 17-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000120578 | | Agenda | | 701820397 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A MIX MEETING. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve the financial statements and statutory reports | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Receive the consolidated financial statements and statutory reports | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve the allocation of income and dividends of EUR 2.20 per share | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Ratify the appointment of Mr. Chris Viehbacher as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Approve the Auditors’ special report regarding related-party transactions | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.6 | | Approve the transaction with Mr. Chris Viehbacher regarding Severance Payments | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.7 | | Grant authority for the repurchase of up to 10% of issued share capital | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.8 | | Grant authority for the issuance of equity or equity-linked securities with preemptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 1.3 billion | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.9 | | Grant authority for the issuance of equity or equity-linked securities without preemptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 500 million | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.10 | | Grant authority for the capital increase of up to 10% of issued capital for future acquisitions | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.11 | | Authorize the Board to increase capital in the event of additional demand related to delegation submitted to shareholder vote above | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.12 | | Grant authority for the capitalization of reserves of up to EUR 500 million for bonus issue or increase in par value | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.13 | | Approve the Employee Stock Purchase Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.14 | | Grant authority for the use of up to 2.5% of issued capital in the Stock Option Plan | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.15 | | Grant authority for the use of up to 1.0% of issued capital in the Restricted Stock Plan | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.16 | | Approve the reduction in share capital via cancellation of repurchased shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.17 | | Amend Article 15 of the Bylaws regarding the Audit Committee | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.18 | | Grant authority for the filing of required documents/other formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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IMPRESA SOCIEDADE GESTORA DE PARTICIPACOES SO |
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Security | | X3570M117 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 17-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | PTIPR0AM0000 | | Agenda | | 701847800 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Approve to change the 2008 annual report and results, individual and consolidated, and 2008 Auditors report | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the profit’s appropriation | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approve the general appreciation of the Company’s Management and Auditing | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Approve the corporate governance practice report | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Ratify the contract of a Member of the Board of Directors : Dr. Pedro Lopo De Carvalho Norton De Matos | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Approve the information given by the Salary Commission | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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7. | | Elect the Board of Directors Vice Chairman for 2007/2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Approve the nomination of a Non Executive Member of the Board of Directors for 2007/2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Amend the Company By Laws | | Management | | For | | For |
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TELEVISION FRANCAISE 1 SA TF1, BOULOGNE BILLANCOUR |
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Security | | F91255103 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 17-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000054900 | | Agenda | | 701867698 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Receive the reports of the Board of Directors, the Chairman of the Board of Directors and the Auditors, approves the Company’s financial statements for the YE in 2008, as presented; accordingly, the shareholders’ meeting gives permanent discharge to the Directors for the performance of their duties during the said FY | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Receive the reports of the Board of Directors and the Auditors, approves the consolidated financial statements for the said FY, in the form presented to the meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Receive the special report of the auditors on agreements governed by Article L.225-38 of the French Commercial Code, approves said report and the agreements referred to therein | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.4 | | Approve the noticed available earnings of EUR 244,339,483.77, taking into ac count the net income of EUR 138,921,498.49 and the retained earnings of EUR 105,417,985.28, approves the recommendations of the Board of Directors and resolves that the income for the FY be appropriated as follows: dividends in cash: EUR 100,302,931.24 allocation of the balance to the retained earnings: EUR 144,036,552.53; the shareholders will receive a net dividend of EUR 0.47 per share of a par value of EUR 0.20, and will entitle to the 40% deduction provided by the French Tax Code; this dividend will be paid on 27 ARP 2009; in the event that the Company holds so me of its own shares: the dividend on such shares shall be allocated to the retained earnings account; as required by Law, it is reminded that, for the last 3 financial years, the dividends paid, were as follows: EUR 0.65 for FY 2005, entitled to the 40% deduction provided by the French Tax Code, EUR 0.85 for FY 2006, entitled to the 40% deduction provided by the French Tax Code, EUR 0.85 for FY 2007, entitled to the 40% deduction provided by the French Tax Code | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Ratify the co-optation of Mr. Gilles Pelisson as a Director, to replace Claude Cohen who resigned, for the remainder of Claude Cohen’s term of office, i.e. until the shareholders’ meeting called to approve the financial statements for the FY 2008 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.6 | | Approve to renew the appoint Mr. Patricia Barbizet as a Director for a 2-year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.7 | | Approve to renew the appoint Mr. Martin Bouygues as a Director for a 2-year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.8 | | Approve to renew the appoint Mr. Olivier Bouygues as a Director for a 2-year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.9 | | Approve to renew the appoint Mr. Patrick Le Lay as a Director for a 2-year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.10 | | Approve to renew the appoint Mr. Nonce Paolini as a Director for a 2-year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.11 | | Approve to renew the appoint Mr. Gilles Pelisson as a Director for a 2-year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.12 | | Approve to renew the appoint Mr. Haim Saban as a Director for a 2-year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.13 | | Approve to renew the appoint the Company Bouygues as a Director for a 2-year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.14 | | Re-appoint the Societe Francaise De participation ET DE Gestion SFPG as a Director for a 2-year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.15 | | Authorizes the Board of Directors to buy back the Company’s shares on the open market, subject to the conditions described below: maximum purchase price: EUR 25.00, minimum sale price EUR 15.00, maximum number of shares to be acquired: 10% of the share capital, maximum funds invested in the share buybacks: EUR 533,000,000.00; authorization is given for an 18 month period it supersedes the amounts unused of any and all earlier authorizations to the same effect | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.16 | | Authorizes the Board of Directors to reduce the share capital, on 1 or more occasions, by cancelling all or part of the shares held by the Company in connection with various authorizations of shares purchase granted by the ordinary shareholders’ meeting, in particular Resolution 15, up to a maximum of 10% of the share capital over a 24 month period; this authorization is given for an 18-month period it supersedes the amounts unused of any and all earlier authorization to the same effect | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.17 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase on one or more occasions, in France or abroad, the share capital by issuance, with the shareholders’ preferred subscription rights maintained, of ordinary shares of the Company and any kind of securities giving access to shares of the Company; the maximal nominal amount of capital increases to be carried out under this delegation of authority shall not exceed EUR 15,000,000.00; this overall ceiling of capital increase is common to Resolutions 19, 20, 22 and 23 and the total nominal amount of the capital increases carried out accordingly with these resolutions shall count against this overall ceiling; the nominal amount of debt securities issued shall not exceed EUR 900,000,000.00; this amount is common to the debt securities issued accordingly with Resolution 19, is autonomous and distinct from the amount of the debt securities issued accordingly with Resolution 24 and from the amount of the debt securities which would be decided by the Board of Directors in accordance with Article L.228-40 of the French Commercial Code; this delegation is given for a 26-month period it supersedes the amounts unused of any and all earlier delegations to the same effect | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.18 | | Authorize the Board of Directors in order to increase the share capital, in 1 or more occasions, by a maximum nominal amount of EUR 400,000,000.00, by way of capitalizing reserves, profits, premiums or other sums, provided that such capitalization is allowed by Law under the by Laws, by issuing bonus shares by raising the par value of existing shares, or by a combination of these methods; this delegation is given for a 26-month period it supersedes the amounts unused of any and all earlier delegations to the same effect | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.19 | | Approve to delegates all powers to the Board of Directors to increase on 1 or more occasions, in France or abroad, the share capital by issuance, with waiver of shareholders’ pre-emptive rights, of ordinary shares of the Company and any kind of securities giving access to shares of the Company; the maximal nominal amount of capital increases to be carried out under this delegation of authority shall not exceed EUR 15,000,000.00; this amount shall count against the overall ceiling set forth in Resolution 17; the nominal amount of debt securities issued shall not exceed EUR 900,000,000.00; this amount the ceiling set forth in Resolution 17; this delegation is given for a 26-month period it supersedes the amounts unused of any and all earlier delegations to the same effect | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.20 | | Approve that, the Board of Directors may decide, for each 1 of the issue decide accordingly with Resolution 17 and 19, to increase the number of securities to be issued in the event of a capital increase with or without preferential subscription right to shareholders, at the same price as the initial issue, within 30 days of the closing of the subscription period and up to a maximum of 15% of the initial issue; this delegation is given for a 26-month period it supersedes the amounts unused of any and all earlier delegations to the same effect | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.21 | | Authorize the Board of Directors, for the issue decided accordingly with Resolution 19, within the limit of 10% of the Company’s share capital, over a 12-month period, to set the issue price of the ordinary shares or securities to be issued, in accordance with the terms and condition determined by the shareholders’ meeting; this authorization is given for a 26-month period it supersedes the amounts unused of any and all earlier delegations to the same effect | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.22 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital, up to 10% of the share capital, by way of issuing ordinary shares of the Company or securities giving access to the capital, in consideration for the contributions in kind granted to the Company and comprised of capital securities or securities giving access to share capital; this delegation is given for a 26-month period it supersedes the amounts unused of any and all earlier delegations to the same effect | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.23 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to issue accordingly with Resolution 19, Company’s ordinary shares or securities giving access to the Company’s existing or future ordinary shares, in consideration for securities tendered in a public exchange offer initiated in France or abroad, by the Company concerning the shares of quoted Company; the amount of capital increase carried out by virtue of the present resolution shall count against the overall ceiling set forth in Resolution 17; this delegation is given for a 26-month period it supersedes the amounts unused of any and all earlier delegations to the same effect | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.24 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase on 1 or more occasions, at its sole discretion, in France or abroad, the share capital up to a maximum nominal amount of EUR 900,000,000.00, by issuance of any securities giving right to the allocation of debt securities; this delegation is given for a 26-month period it supersedes the amounts unused of any and all earlier delegations to the same effect | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.25 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase on 1 or more occasions, at its sole discretion, in favour of employees of corporate officers of the Company and related Companies, who are members of a Company Savings Plan; this delegation is given for a 26-month period and for an amount that shall not exceed 10% of the Company’s capital; the ceiling of the present delegation is autonomous and distinct and the amount of such capital increase shall neither count against the overall ceiling set forth in Resolutions 17, 18, nor the ceiling of the Resolution 15 of the shareholders’ meeting of 17 APR 2008; this delegation supersedes the fraction unused of any and all earlier delegations to the same effect; the shareholders’ meeting decides to cancel the shareholders’ preferential subscription rights in favour of the beneficiaries mentioned above | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.26 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to grant, in 1 or more transactions, to employees, corporate officers of the Company and related Companies or groups of economic interest, options giving the right either to subscribe for new shares in the Company to be issued through a share capital increase, or to purchase existing shares purchased by the Company, it being provided that the options shall not give rights to subscribe or to purchase to a number of shares, which shall exceed the legal limits; the shareholders’ meeting decides to cancel the shareholders’ preferential subscription rights in favour of the beneficiaries mentioned above; this delegation is given for a 26-month period it supersedes the fraction unused of any and all earlier delegations to the same effect | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.27 | | Amend the Article 7 of the Bylaws: Class- paying up- rights to fractions of shares, to comply with provisions governed by Article 36 of the Law 86-1067, dated 30 SEP 1986 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.28 | | Amend the Article 28 of the Bylaws: Lawsuit, related to the Lawsuits between the shareholders and the Company and, or its Directors | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.29 | | Authorize the bearer of an original, a copy or extract of the minutes of the meeting to carry out all filings, publications and other formalities prescribed by Law | | Management | | For | | For |
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SONAE SGPS SA, MAIA |
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Security | | X8252W176 | | Meeting Type | | Ordinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 20-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | PTSON0AM0001 | | Agenda | | 701852522 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN AGM. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve the Companys annual report, balance sheet and the individual and consolidated accounts for the YE 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve to decide on the proposed appropriation of the FY net result | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approve to assess the Management and Audit of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Ratify the co-option exercised by the Board of Directors up to the shareholders general meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Grant authority for the purchase and sale of own shares up to the legal limit of 10% | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Grant authority for the purchase and sale of bonds issue by the Company up to the legal limit of 10% | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Grant authority for the purchase and for the holding of shares of the Company by direct or indirect Subsidiary Companies | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Grant authority of granting own shares up to the limit of 1% of the Companys share capital to the Executive Directors and Senior Managers of the Company or of its Controlled Companies, according to the terms of the medium term Performance Bonus Plan | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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9. | | Amend the Paragraph 1 of Article 21 and Paragraphs 3, 4, 5 Subparagraph [c] of 6, 7 and 8 of Article 23 of the Company’s Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
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WOLTERS KLUWER NV |
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Security | | ADPV09931 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 21-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | NL0000395903 | | Agenda | | 701855390 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT BLOCKING CONDITIONS FOR VOTING AT THIS GENERAL MEETING ARE RELAX ED. BLOCKING PERIOD ENDS ONE DAY AFTER THE REGISTRATION DATE SET ON 30 MAR-2009. SHARES CAN BE TRADED THEREAFTER. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Opening | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2.a | | Receive the report of the Executive Board for 2008 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2.b | | Receive the report of the Supervisory Board for 2008 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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3.a | | Adopt the financial statements for 2008 as included in the annual report for 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.b | | Approve to distribute a dividend of EUR 0.65 per ordinary share in cash or, at the option of the holders of ordinary shares, in the form of ordinary shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.a | | Approve to release the Members of the Executive Board from liability for the exercise of their duties, as stipulated in Article 28 of the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.b | | Approve to release the Members of the Supervisory Board from liability for the exercise of their duties, as stipulated in Article 28 of the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.a | | Re-appoint Mr. P.N. Wakkie as a Member of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.b | | Re-appoint Mr. L.P. Forman as a Member of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.c | | Appoint Ms. B.M. Dalibard as a Member of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.a | | Grant authority to issue shares and/or grant rights to subscribe for shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.b | | Grant authority to restrict or exclude pre-emptive rights | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Authorize the Executive Board to acquire own shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Approve to instruct KPMG Accountants N.V | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Any other business | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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10. | | Closing | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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TOMRA SYS A/S |
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Security | | R91733114 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 21-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | NO0005668905 | | Agenda | | 701885191 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | IMPORTANT MARKET PROCESSING REQUIREMENT: A BENEFICIAL OWNER SIGNED POWER OF ATTORNEY (POA) IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO LODGE AND EXECUTE YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MARKET. ABSENCE OF A POA, MAY CAUSE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS TO BE REJECTED. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | MARKET RULES REQUIRE DISCLOSURE OF BENEFICIAL OWNER INFORMATION FOR ALL VOTED ACCOUNTS. IF AN ACCOUNT HAS MULTIPLE BENEFICIAL OWNERS, YOU WILL NEED TO PROVIDE THE BREAKDOWN OF EACH BENEFICIAL OWNER NAME, ADDRESS AND SHARE POSITION TO YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE. THIS INFORMATION IS REQUIRED IN ORDER FOR YOUR VOTE TO BE LODGED | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Opening of the general meeting by the Chairman of the Board of Directors; registration of attending shareholders, including shareholders represented by proxy | | Management | | Abstain | | Against |
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2. | | Elect the Chairperson of the meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Elect a person to sign the minutes of the general meeting together with the Chairman of the meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Approve the notice of the meeting and the agenda | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Receive the report by the Management on the status of the Company and the Group | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Approve the annual report and annual accounts for 2008; an ordinary dividend of NOK 0.50 per share shall be distributed; eligible for dividend for a share is the one being owner of the share by the end of 21 APR 2009; the shares will be traded on Oslo Stock Exchange excluding dividend as from 22 APR 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Approve the declaration from the Board of Directors on the fixing of salaries and other remunerations to leading personnel are duly noted; the declaration regarding remuneration in the form of shares etc. is approved as binding for the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Approve that for the period APR 2008 to APR 2009, the Members of the Board of Directors are remunerated as follows [last year’s figures in brackets]: Chairman of the Board: NOK 500,000 [720,000] External Board Members: NOK 385,000 [385,000] Internal Board Members: NOK 225,000 [225,000] Chairpersons and Members of the Compensation Committee, Audit Committee, Corporate Responsibility Committee and Nomination Committee are to be given a remuneration of NOK 45,000 [45,000] and NOK 30,000 [30,000], respectively; the Auditor’s fee for 2008 of NOK 1,000,000 for audit of Tomra Systems ASA per invoice is approved | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Re-elect Messrs. Tom Knoff, Ole Dahl and Hild Kinder as the Nomination Committee and re-elect Messrs. Svein Rennemo, Jorgen Randers, Hege M. Norheim, Bjorn M. Wiggen and Aniela Gjos as the Board Members and the Committee nominates Messrs. Svein Rennemo and Bjorn M. Wiggen as the Chairman and Deputy Chairman, respectively | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Elect the Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
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11. | | Approve the share capital of the Company is reduced by NOK 5,000,000 by cancellation of 5,000,000 treasury shares; the reduction will come into force when it is registered by the Norwegian Register of Business Enterprises; amend the entry into force the Articles of Association as follows: Section 4 the share capital is NOK 150,020,078 divided into 150,020,078 shares, each having a par value of NOK 1.00 | | Management | | For | | For |
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12. | | Authorize the Board of Directors, in accordance with the Norwegian Public Limited Liabilities Act Section 9-4, to acquire and dispose of treasury shares; [Authority remains in force until the next AGM]; the Company may acquire shares up to a total par value of NOK 10,000,000; the price paid for the share may not be less than NOK 10 or greater than NOK 100; the acquisitions shall be made on the stock exchange within a normal spread. Treasury shares may only be disposed of in order to carry out the Share Saving Program and Share Option Program for the Group’s employees, and in connection with mergers and acquisitions of companies and businesses; the authority will enter into force once it is registered by the Norwegian Register of Business Enterprises | | Management | | For | | For |
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13. | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital by up to NOK 15,000,000 by subscription of new shares; the authority may only be employed in connection with mergers and acquisitions of companies or businesses; the shareholder’s pre- emptive rights pursuant to the Norwegian Public Limited Liability Companies Act Section 10-4 may be disapplied; the authorization encompasses non-cash share contributions and the right to assume special obligations on the Company, as well as a decision on a merger; the authorization shall be valid until the next AGM in the Company; if the authorization is employed, the Board of Directors may amend Section 4 of the Articles of Association accordingly | | Management | | For | | For |
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REED ELSEVIER PLC |
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Security | | 758205207 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | RUK | | Meeting Date | | 21-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US7582052079 | | Agenda | | 933015542 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | TO RECEIVE THE COMPANY’S FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO APPROVE THE DIRECTORS’ REMUNERATION REPORT AS SET OUT IN THE REED ELSEVIER ANNUAL REPORTS AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO DECLARE A FINAL DIVIDEND FOR 2008 ON THE COMPANY’S ORDINARY SHARES | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | TO RE-APPOINT DELOITTE LLP AS AUDITORS OF THE COMPANY UNTIL THE NEXT GENERAL MEETING OF THE COMPANY AT WHICH ACCOUNTS ARE LAID | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | TO AUTHORIZE THE DIRECTORS TO FIX THE REMUNERATION OF THE AUDITORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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06 | | TO RE-ELECT IAN SMITH AS A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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07 | | TO RE-ELECT MARK ELLIOTT AS A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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08 | | TO RE-ELECT DAVID REID AS A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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09 | | TO RE-ELECT LORD SHARMAN AS A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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10 | | TO INCREASE AUTHORISED SHARE CAPITAL | | Management | | For | | For |
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11 | | AUTHORITY TO ALLOT SHARES | | Management | | For | | For |
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12 | | DISAPPLICATION OF PRE-EMPTION RIGHTS (TO BE PROPOSED AS A SPECIAL RESOLUTION) | | Management | | For | | For |
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13 | | AUTHORITY TO PURCHASE OWN SHARES (TO BE PROPOSED AS A SPECIAL RESOLUTION) | | Management | | For | | For |
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14 | | NOTICE PERIOD FOR GENERAL MEETINGS (TO BE PROPOSED AS A SPECIAL RESOLUTION) | | Management | | For | | For |
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SWISSCOM LTD. |
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Security | | 871013108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | SCMWY | | Meeting Date | | 21-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US8710131082 | | Agenda | | 933018295 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | ANNUAL REPORT, ANNUAL FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OF SWISSCOM LTD AND CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2008, REPORTS OF THE STATUTORY AUDITORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROPRIATION OF RETAINED EARNINGS AND DECLARATION OF DIVIDEND | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | DISCHARGE OF THE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND THE GROUP EXECUTIVE BOARD | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | CAPITAL REDUCTION | | Management | | For | | For |
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5A | | RE-ELECTION OF MICHEL GOBET TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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5B | | RE-ELECTION OF DR. TORSTEN G. KREINDL TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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5C | | RE-ELECTION OF RICHARD ROY TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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5D | | RE-ELECTION OF OTHMAR VOCK TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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5E | | ELECTION OF HANSUELI LOOSLI TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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06 | | RE-ELECTION OF STATUTORY AUDITORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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MUENCHENER RUECKVERSICHERUNGS-GESELLSCHAFT AKTIENG |
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Security | | D55535104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 22-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | DE0008430026 | | Agenda | | 701856671 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | Please note that shareholders must be registered in beneficial owner name to be eligible to vote at this meeting. Please note that you must check on ProxyEdge for your specific sub custodian deadline. Votes received after this specific deadline can not be processed. Broadridge will disclose the beneficial owner-information for voted accounts and blocking may apply. Please contact your client service representative for further details. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | AS A CONDITION OF VOTING, GERMAN MARKET REGULATIONS REQUIRE THAT YOU DISCLOSE WHETHER YOU HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST IN THIS COMPANY. SHOULD EITHER BE THE CASE, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE SO THAT WE MAY LODGE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS ACCORDINGLY. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST, SUBMIT YOUR VOTE AS NORMAL. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THESE SHARES MAY BE BLOCKED DEPENDING ON SOME SUBCUSTODIANS’ PROCESSING IN THE MARKET. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE TO OBTAIN BLOCKING INFORMATION FOR YOUR ACCOUNTS. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1.A | | Submission of the report of the Supervisory Board and the corporate governance report including the remuneration report for the financial year 2008 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1.B | | Submission of the adopted Company financial statements and management report for the financial year 2008, the approved consolidated financial statements and management report for the Group for the financial year 2008, and the explanatory report on the information in accordance with Sections 289 para. 4 and 315 para. 4 of the German Commercial Code | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2. | | Resolution on the appropriation of the net retained profits | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Resolution to approve the actions of the Board of Management | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Resolution to approve the actions of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Authorisation to buy back and use own shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Authorisation to buy back own shares using derivatives | | Management | | For | | For |
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7.1. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Prof. Dr. Peter Gruss | | Management | | For | | For |
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7.2. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Prof. Dr. Henning Kagermann | | Management | | For | | For |
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7.3. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Peter L scher | | Management | | For | | For |
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7.4. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Wolfgang Mayrhuber | | Management | | For | | For |
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7.5. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Prof. Karel Van Miert | | Management | | For | | For |
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7.6. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Dr. e. h. Bernd Pischetsrieder | | Management | | For | | For |
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7.7. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Anton van Rossum | | Management | | For | | For |
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7.8. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Dr. Hans-J rgen Schinzler | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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7.9. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Dr. Ron Sommer | | Management | | For | | For |
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7.10. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Dr. Thomas Wellauer | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Resolution to cancel Contingent Capital 2003 I as well as the existing authorisation for increasing the share capital under “Authorised Capital Increase 2004”, to replace this with a new authorisation “Authorised Capital Increase 2009” and to amend Article 4 of the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Resolution to amend Articles 3 (entry in the shareholder’s register) and 6 (registration for the Annual General Meeting) of the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Resolution to amend Article 7 of the Articles of Association (electronic participation in the Annual General Meeting and postal vote) | | Management | | For | | For |
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11. | | Resolution to amend Articles 12 and 13 of the Articles of Association (Supervisory Board) | | Management | | For | | For |
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WILLIS GROUP HOLDINGS LIMITED |
| | | |
Security | | G96655108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | WSH | | Meeting Date | | 22-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | BMG966551084 | | Agenda | | 933007963 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WILLIAM W. BRADLEY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOSEPH A. CALIFANO JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ANNA C. CATALANO | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: SIR ROY GARDNER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: SIR JEREMY HANLEY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBYN S. KRAVIT | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JEFFREY B. LANE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WENDY E. LANE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JAMES F. MCCANN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOSEPH J. PLUMERI | | Management | | For | | For |
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1K | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DOUGLAS B. ROBERTS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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2 | | TO REAPPOINT DELOITTE LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT AUDITOR UNTIL THE CLOSE OF THE NEXT ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING AND TO AUTHORIZE THE AUDIT COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO FIX THE INDEPENDENT AUDITORS’ REMUNERATION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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WILMINGTON TRUST CORPORATION |
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Security | | 971807102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | WL | | Meeting Date | | 22-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US9718071023 | | Agenda | | 933017368 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 TED T. CECALA | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 THOMAS L. DU PONT | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 DONALD E. FOLEY | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROVAL OF 2009 EXECUTIVE INCENTIVE PLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVAL OF 2009 LONG-TERM INCENTIVE PLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | APPROVAL OF EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION | | Management | | For | | For |
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GROUPE DANONE, PARIS |
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Security | | F12033134 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 23-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000120644 | | Agenda | | 701837823 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative-to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve the financial statements and statutory reports | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Approve the consolidated financial statements and statutory reports | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve the allocation of income and dividends of EUR 1.20 per share | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Approve the stock dividend program | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Receive the Auditors’ special report regarding related-party transactions | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.6 | | Reelect Mr. Richard Goblet D’Alviella as a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.7 | | Re-elect Mr. Christian Laubie as a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.8 | | Re-elect Mr. Jean Laurent as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.9 | | Re-elect Mr. Hakan Mogren as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.10 | | Re-elect Mr. Benoit Potier as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.11 | | Elect MR. Guylaine Saucier as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.12 | | Approve the remuneration of the Directors in the aggregate amount of EUR 600,000 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.13 | | Grant authority for the repurchase of up to 10% of issued share capital | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.14 | | Approve the creation of the Danone Eco-Systeme Fund | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.15 | | Approve to change the Company name to Danone | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.16 | | Amend the Article 7 of Bylaws regarding: authorize the share capital increase | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.17 | | Amend the Articles 10 of Association Regarding: shareholders identification | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.18 | | Amend the Article 18 of Bylaws regarding: attendance to Board meetings through videoconference and telecommunication | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.19 | | Amend the Article 22 of Bylaws regarding: Record Date | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.20 | | Amend the Article 26 of Bylaws regarding: electronic voting | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.21 | | Amend the Article 27 of Bylaws regarding: authorize the Board for the issuance of bonds | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.22 | | Amend the Articles 27 and 28 of Association regarding: quorum requirements for ordinary and extraordinary general meetings | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.23 | | Grant authority for the issuance of equity or equity-linked securities with preemptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 45 million | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.24 | | Grant authority for the issuance of equity or equity-linked securities without preemptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 30 Million | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.25 | | Authorize the Board to increase capital in the event of additional demand related to delegations submitted to shareholder vote above | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.26 | | Grant authority for the capital increase of up to EUR 25 million for future exchange offers | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.27 | | Grant authority for the capital increase of up to 10 % of issued capital for future acquisitions | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.28 | | Grant authority for the capitalization of reserves of up to EUR 33 million for bonus issue or increase in par value | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.29 | | Approve the Employee Stock Purchase Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.30 | | Grant authority up to 6 million shares for use in stock option plan | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.31 | | Grant authority up to 2 million shares for use in restricted stock plan | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.32 | | Approve the reduction in share capital via cancellation of repurchased shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.33 | | Grant authority for the filing of required documents/other formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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NESTLE SA, CHAM UND VEVEY |
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Security | | H57312649 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 23-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | CH0038863350 | | Agenda | | 701860909 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | THE PRACTICE OF SHARE BLOCKING VARIES WIDELY IN THIS MARKET. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE TO OBTAIN BLOCKING INFORMATION FOR YOUR ACCOUNTS. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS THE PART II OF THE MEETING NOTICE SENT UNDER MEETING 525807, INCLUDING THE AGENDA. TO BE ELIGIBLE TO VOTE AT THE UPCOMING MEETING, YOUR SHARES MUST BE RE-REGISTERED FOR THIS MEETING. IN ADDITION, YOUR NAME MAY BE PROVIDED TO THE COMPANY REGISTRAR AS BENEFICIAL OWNER. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR GLOBAL CUSTODIAN OR YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR TO FIND OUT WHETHER YOUR SHARES HAVE BEEN RE-REGISTERED FOR THIS MEETING. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1.1 | | Receive the 2008 annual report, financial statements of Nestle SA and consolidated financial statements of the Nestle Group, reports of the statutory Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
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1.2 | | Receive the 2008 compensation report | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve to release the Members of the Board of Directors and the Management | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approve the appropriation of profits resulting from the balance sheet of Nestle S.A. and Dividends of CHF 1.40 per share | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.1.1 | | Re-elect Mr. Daniel Borel to the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.1.2 | | Re-elect Mrs. Carolina Mueller Mohl to the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.2 | | Elect KPMG S.A., Geneva branch as the Statutory Auditor for a term of 1 year | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Approve to cancel 180,000,000 repurchased under the Share Buy-back Programme launched on 24 AUG 2007 and reduce the share capital by CHF 18,000,000 | | Management | | For | | For |
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HEINEKEN N V | | | | | | |
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Security | | N39427211 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 23-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | NL0000009165 | | Agenda | | 701901781 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN AMENDMENT TO MEETING ID 540564 DUE TO DELETION OF RESOLUTIONS ALL VOTES RECEIVED ON THE PREVIOUS MEETING WILL BE DISREGARDED AND-YOU WILL NEED TO REINSTRUCT ON THIS MEETING NOTICE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT BLOCKING CONDITIONS FOR VOTING AT THIS GENERAL MEETING ARE RELAXED AS THERE IS A REGISTRATION DEADLINE / RECORD DATE ASSOCIATED WITH THIS MEETING. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
| | Opening | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1.A | | Adopt the financial statements for the FY 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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1.B | | Approve the decision on the appropriation of the balance of the income statement in accordance with Article 12 paragraph 7 of the Company’s Articles of Association and the distribution of retained earnings | | Management | | For | | For |
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1.C | | Grant discharge to the Members of the Executive Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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1.D | | Grant discharge to the Members of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Amend the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.A | | Approve the extension and amendment of the authorization of the Executive Board to acquire own shares under which the maximum number of shares that may be acquired will remain limited to 10% of the issued share capital of the Company | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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3.B | | Authorize the Executive Board to issue [rights to] shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.C | | Authorize the Executive Board to restrict or exclude shareholders’ pre-emptive rights | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.A | | Re-appoint Mr. M. Das as a Member of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.B | | Re-appoint Mr. J. M. Hessels as a Member of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5.C | | Appoint Mr. Ch. Navarre as a Member of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | Closing | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO CHANGE IN NUMBERING. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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NOKIA CORPORATION |
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Security | | 654902204 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | NOK | | Meeting Date | | 23-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US6549022043 | | Agenda | | 933002088 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
07 | | ADOPTION OF THE ANNUAL ACCOUNTS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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08 | | RESOLUTION ON THE USE OF THE PROFIT SHOWN ON THE BALANCE SHEET AND THE PAYMENT OF DIVIDEND. | | Management | | For | | For |
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09 | | RESOLUTION ON THE DISCHARGE OF THE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND THE PRESIDENT FROM LIABILITY. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
10 | | RESOLUTION ON THE REMUNERATION OF THE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
11 | | RESOLUTION ON THE NUMBER OF MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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12 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 GEORG EHRNROOTH | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 LALITA D. GUPTE | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 BENGT HOLMSTROM | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 HENNING KAGERMANN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 5 OLLI-PEKKA KALLASVUO | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 6 PER KARLSSON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 7 JORMA OLLILA | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 8 MARJORIE SCARDINO | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 RISTO SIILASMAA | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 10 KEIJO SUILA | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 11 ISABEL MAREY-SEMPER | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
13 | | RESOLUTION ON THE REMUNERATION OF THE AUDITOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
14 | | ELECTION OF AUDITOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
15 | | AUTHORIZING THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO RESOLVE TO REPURCHASE THE COMPANY’S OWN SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
17 | | MARK THE “FOR” BOX IF YOU WISH TO INSTRUCT THE DEPOSITARY TO GIVE A PROXY TO LEENA SIIRALA OR ESA NIINIMAKI, BOTH LEGAL COUNSELS OF NOKIA CORPORATION, TO VOTE, IN THEIR DISCRETION, ON YOUR BEHALF ONLY UPON ITEM 17. | | Management | | Abstain | | |
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BECKMAN COULTER, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 075811109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | BEC | | Meeting Date | | 23-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US0758111092 | | Agenda | | 933005717 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 PETER B. DERVAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 SCOTT GARRETT | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 SUSAN R. NOWAKOWSKI | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 GLENN S. SCHAFER | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF KPMG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | AMENDMENT OF THE COMPANY’S 2007 LONG-TERM INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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CAPITAL ONE FINANCIAL CORPORATION |
| | | |
Security | | 14040H105 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | COF | | Meeting Date | | 23-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US14040H1059 | | Agenda | | 933008371 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RICHARD D. FAIRBANK | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: E.R. CAMPBELL | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: BRADFORD H. WARNER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: STANLEY WESTREICH | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF SELECTION OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS INDEPENDENT AUDITORS OF THE CORPORATION FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | APPROVAL AND ADOPTION OF CAPITAL ONE’S SECOND AMENDED AND RESTATED 2004 STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | ADVISORY APPROVAL OF CAPITAL ONE’S NAMED EXECUTIVE OFFICER COMPENSATION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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JOHNSON & JOHNSON | | | | | | |
| | | |
Security | | 478160104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | JNJ | | Meeting Date | | 23-Apr-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US4781601046 | | Agenda | | 933008523 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MARY SUE COLEMAN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JAMES G. CULLEN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MICHAEL M.E. JOHNS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ARNOLD G. LANGBO | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: SUSAN L. LINDQUIST | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LEO F. MULLIN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WILLIAM D. PEREZ | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CHARLES PRINCE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID SATCHER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WILLIAM C. WELDON | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | ADVISORY VOTE ON EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION POLICIES AND DISCLOSURE | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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BAKER HUGHES INCORPORATED |
| | | |
Security | | 057224107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | BHI | | Meeting Date | | 23-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US0572241075 | | Agenda | | 933010491 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 LARRY D. BRADY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 CLARENCE P. CAZALOT, JR | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 CHAD C. DEATON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 EDWARD P. DJEREJIAN | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 5 ANTHONY G. FERNANDES | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 6 CLAIRE W. GARGALLI | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 7 PIERRE H. JUNGELS | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 8 JAMES A. LASH | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 9 J. LARRY NICHOLS | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 10 H. JOHN RILEY, JR. | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 11 CHARLES L. WATSON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE THE AMENDMENT TO THE BAKER HUGHES INCORPORATED EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL NO. 1 REGARDING CALLING SPECIAL SHAREOWNERS MEETINGS. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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DEUTSCHE LUFTHANSA AG, KOELN |
| | | |
Security | | D1908N106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 24-Apr-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | DE0008232125 | | Agenda | | 701854704 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | Please note that shareholders must be registered in beneficial owner name to be eligible to vote at this meeting. Please note that you must check on ProxyEdge for your specific sub custodian deadline. Votes received after this specific deadline can not be processed. Broadridge will disclose the beneficial owner-information for voted accounts and blocking may apply. Please contact your client service representative for further details. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THESE SHARES MAY BE BLOCKED DEPENDING ON SOME SUBCUSTODIANS’ PROCESSING IN THE MARKET. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE TO OBTAIN BLOCKING INFORMATION FOR YOUR ACCOUNTS. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
| | AS A CONDITION OF VOTING, GERMAN MARKET REGULATIONS REQUIRE THAT YOU DISCLOSE WHETHER YOU HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST IN THIS COMPANY. SHOULD EITHER BE THE CASE, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE SO THAT WE MAY LODGE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS ACCORDINGLY. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST, SUBMIT YOUR VOTE AS NORMAL. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Presentation of the audited financial statements, the approved consolidated financial statements, the management report for the Company and the Group for the 2008 financial year as well as the report of the Supervisory Board | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
2. | | Appropriation of the distributable profit for the 2008 financial year | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3. | | Approval of Executive Board’s acts for the 2008 financial year | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4. | | Approval of Supervisory Board’s acts for the 2008 financial year | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Authorisation to purchase own shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Creation of new Authorised Capital B for employee shares and a corresponding amendment to the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Amendment to the Articles of Association to abolish concessionary flights for Supervisory Board members | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Appointment of auditors for the annual financial statements in the 2009 financial year | | Management | | For | | For |
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THE PROGRESSIVE CORPORATION |
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Security | | 743315103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | PGR | | Meeting Date | | 24-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US7433151039 | | Agenda | | 933012394 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROGER N. FARAH | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: STEPHEN R. HARDIS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: NORMAN S. MATTHEWS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: BRADLEY T. SHEARES, PH.D. | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO OUR CODE OF REGULATIONS TO ESTABLISH PROCEDURES FOR SHAREHOLDERS TO MAKE PROPOSALS FOR CONSIDERATION AT OUR ANNUAL MEETINGS OF SHAREHOLDERS (OTHER THAN NOMINATIONS FOR DIRECTORS). | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO OUR CODE OF REGULATIONS TO REVISE THE EXISTING PROCEDURES RELATING TO SHAREHOLDER NOMINATIONS OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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ING GROEP N V |
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Security | | N4578E413 | | Meeting Type | | Ordinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 27-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | NL0000303600 | | Agenda | | 701852712 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN AGM. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT BLOCKING CONDITIONS FOR VOTING AT THIS GENERAL MEETING ARE RELAXED. BLOCKING PERIOD ENDS ONE DAY AFTER THE REGISTRATION DATE SET ON 30 MAR 2009. SHARES CAN BE TRADED THEREAFTER. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Opening remarks and announcements | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2.A | | Report of the Executive Board for 2008 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2.B | | Report of the Supervisory Board for 2008 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2.C | | Approve the annual accounts for 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.A | | Profit retention and Distribution Policy | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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3.B | | Approve the dividend for 2008, a total dividend of EUR 0.74 per [depositary receipt for an] ordinary share will be proposed to the general meeting, taking into account the interim dividend of EUR 0.74 paid in AUG 2008, as a result hereof no final dividend will be paid out for 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Remuneration report | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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5. | | Corporate Governance | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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6. | | Corporate Responsibility | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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7.A | | Grant discharge to the Members of the Executive Board in respect of the duties performed during the year 2008 FY, as specified in the 2008 annual accounts, the report of the Executive Board, the Corporate Governance Chapter, the chapter on Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act and the statements made in the general meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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7.B | | Grant discharge to the Members of the Supervisory Board in respect of the duties performed in the 2008 FY, as specified in the 2008 annual accounts, the report of the Supervisory Board, the Corporate governance chapter, the remuneration report and the statements made in the general meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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8.A | | Appoint of Jan Hommen as the Members of the Executive Board as of the end of the general meeting on 27 April 2009 until the end of the AGM in 2013, subject to extension or renewal | | Management | | For | | For |
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8.B | | Appoint of Mr. Patrick Flynn as the Members of the Executive Board as of the end of the general meeting on 27 April 2009 until the end of the AGM in 2013, subject to extension or renewal | | Management | | For | | For |
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9.A | | Re-appoint Mr. Godfried Van Der Lugt as the Member of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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9.B | | Appoint Mr. Tineke Bahlmann as the Member of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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9.C | | Appoint Mr. Jeroen Van Der Veer as the Member of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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9.D | | Appoint Mr. Lodewijk De Waal as the Member of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Authorize to issue ordinary, to grant the right to take up such shares and to restrict or exclude preferential rights of shareholders; [Authority expires on 27 October 2010 [subject to extension by the general meeting]]; for a total of 200,000,000 ordinary shares, plus for a total of 200,000,000 ordinary shares, only if these shares are issued in connection with the take-over of a business or a Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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11. | | Authorize the Executive Board to acquire in the name of the Company fully paid-up ordinary shares in the share capital of the Company or depositary receipts for such shares, this authorization is subject to such a maximum that the Company shall not hold more than: 10% of the issued share capital, plus 10% of the issued share capital as a result of a major capital restructuring, the authorization applies for each manner of acquisition of ownership for which the law requires an authorization like the present one, the purchase price shall not be less than 1 eurocent and not higher than the highest price at which the depositary receipts for the Company’s ordinary shares are traded on the Euronext Amsterdam by NYSE Euronext on the date on which the purchase contract is concluded or on the preceding day of stock market trading; [Authority expires on 27 OCT 2010] | | Management | | For | | For |
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12. | | Any other business and conclusion | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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HUTCHISON TELECOMMUNICATIONS INTL LTD |
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Security | | G46714104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 27-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | KYG467141043 | | Agenda | | 701860199 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT SHAREHOLDERS ARE ALLOWED TO VOTE ‘IN FAVOR’ OR “AGAINST” FOR ALL RESOLUTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Receive the audited financial statements and the reports of the Directors and the Auditors for the YE 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.A | | Re-elect Mr. FOK Kin-ning, Canning as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.B | | Re-elect Mr. LUI Dennis Pok Man as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.C | | Re-elect Mr. Christopher John FOLL as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.D | | Re-elect Mr. KWAN Kai Cheong as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.E | | Authorize the Board of Directors to fix the Directors’ remuneration | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Re-appoint PricewaterhouseCoopers as the Auditors of the Company and authorize the Board of Directors to fix its remuneration | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.a | | Authorize the Board of Directors of the Company [the Directors], subject to this resolution, to allot, issue and otherwise deal with new shares of the Company [the Shares] and to allot, issue or grant securities convertible into shares, or options, warrants or similar rights to subscribe for any shares or such convertible securities, and to make or grant offers, agreements, options and warrants during and after the relevant period, not exceeding 20% of the aggregate nominal amount of the share capital of the Company in issue at the date of passing this resolution, otherwise than pursuant to the shares issued as a result of a rights issue, the exercise of the subscription or conversion rights attaching to any warrants or any securities convertible into shares or the exercise of the subscription rights under any option scheme or similar arrangement for the time being adopted for the grant or issue to persons such as Officers and/or employees of the Company and/or any of its subsidiaries of Shares or rights to acquire shares or any scrip dividend providing for the allotment of shares in lieu of the whole or part of a dividend on shares in accordance with the Articles of Association of the Company; [Authority expires the earlier of the conclusion of the next AGM of the Company or the expiration of the period within which the next AGM of the Company is required by the Articles of Association of the Company or any applicable Law of the Cayman Islands to be held] | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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4.b | | Authorize the Directors of the Company to purchase or repurchase on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited [the Stock Exchange], or any other stock exchange on which the securities of the Company are or may be listed and recognized by the Securities and Futures Commission of Hong Kong and the Stock Exchange for this purpose, shares including any form of depositary shares representing the right to receive such shares issued by the Company and to repurchase such securities, subject to and in accordance with all applicable laws and the requirements of the Rules Governing the Listing of Securities on the Stock Exchange or of any other stock exchange as amended from time | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | to time during the relevant period, not exceeding 10% of the aggregate nominal amount of the share capital of the Company in issue at the date of this resolution; [Authority expires the earlier of the conclusion of the next AGM of the Company or the expiration of the period within which the next AGM of the Company is required by the Articles of Association of the Company or any applicable Law of the Cayman Islands to be held] | | | | | | |
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4.c | | Authorize the Directors, subject to the passing of Resolutions 4.A and 4.B, to add the aggregate nominal amount of the share capital of the Company which may be purchased or repurchased by the Company pursuant by Resolution 4.B, to the aggregate nominal amount of the share capital of the Company that may be allotted or issued or agreed conditionally or unconditionally to be allotted or issued by the Directors pursuant to Resolution 4.A, provided that such shares does not exceed 10% of the aggregate nominal amount of the share capital of the Company in issue at the date of this resolution | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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5. | | Approve, with effect from the conclusion of the meeting at which this resolution is passed, the proposed amendments to the 2004 Partner Share Option Plan of Partner Communications Company Limited as specified, subject to such modifications of the relevant amendments to the 2004 Partner Share Option Plan as the Directors of the Company may consider necessary, taking into account the requirements of the relevant regulatory authorities, including without limitation, The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited and authorize the Directors to do all such acts and things as may be necessary to carry out such amendments and [if any] modifications into effect | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO RECEIPT OF ACTUAL RECORD DATE. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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AMERICAN EXPRESS COMPANY |
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Security | | 025816109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | AXP | | Meeting Date | | 27-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US0258161092 | | Agenda | | 933007595 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: D.F. AKERSON | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: C. BARSHEFSKY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: U.M. BURNS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: K.I. CHENAULT | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: P. CHERNIN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: J. LESCHLY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: R.C. LEVIN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: R.A. MCGINN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: E.D. MILLER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: S.S REINEMUND | | Management | | For | | For |
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1K | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: R.D. WALTER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1L | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: R.A. WILLIAMS | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | ADVISORY (NON-BINDING) VOTE APPROVING EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL RELATING TO CUMULATIVE VOTING FOR DIRECTORS. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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05 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL RELATING TO THE CALLING OF SPECIAL SHAREHOLDER MEETINGS. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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CARREFOUR SA, PARIS |
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Security | | F13923119 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 28-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000120172 | | Agenda | | 701849979 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS COMMENT HAS BEEN DELETED. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve the financial statements and discharge Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Approve to accept the consolidated financial statements and statutory reports | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve the transaction with Mr. Jose Luis Duran regarding severance payments | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Approve the transaction with Mr. Lars Olofsson regarding severance payments | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Approve the treatment of losses and dividends of EUR 1.08 per share | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.6 | | Elect Mr. Lars Olofsson as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.7 | | Re-elect Mr. Rene Abate as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.8 | | Re-elect Mr. Nicolas Bazire as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.9 | | Re-elect Mr. Jean Martin Folz as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.10 | | Re-appoint Deloitte and Associes as the Auditor and Beas as Alternate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.11 | | Re-appoint KPMG as the Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.12 | | Ratify Mr. Bernard Perod as the Alternate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.13 | | Grant authority for the repurchase of up to 10% of issued capital | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.14 | | Approve the reduction in share capital via cancellation of repurchased shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.15 | | Grant authority for the issuance of equity or equity linked securities with preemptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 500 million | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.16 | | Grant authority for the issuance of equity or equity linked securities without preemptive rights up to an aggregate nominal amount of EUR 350 million | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.17 | | Authorize the Board to increase capital in the event of additional demand related to delegation submitted to shareholder vote above | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.18 | | Grant authority for the capitalization of reserves of up to EUR 500 million for bonus issue or increase in par value | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.19 | | Grant authority for the issued capital up to 3% for use in Stock Option Plan | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.20 | | Grant authority for the issued capital up to 0.2% for use in restricted Stock Plan | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.21 | | Approve Employee Stock Purchase Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.22 | | Approve Employee Stock Purchase Plan for international employees | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | Receive the reports of the Board of Directors and reports of the Statutory Auditors | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | Conventions referred to in Articles L.225-38 and L.225-42-1 of the Commercial-Code | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO CHANGE IN MEETING DATE. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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SONAE CAPITAL SGPS SA, LISBOA |
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Security | | X8252W150 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 28-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | PTSNP0AE0008 | | Agenda | | 701859956 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Approve the annual report and accounts and the consolidated annual report and accounts for 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the resolution on the proposed appropriation of the 2008 net loss | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approve to assess the Management and Audit of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Approve to fill the vacant positions in the statutory governing bodies and in the remuneration Committee, should they occur up to the date of the shareholders general meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Approve the remunerations of the Members of the Remuneration Committee | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE EVENT THE MEETING DOES NOT REACH QUORUM, THERE WILL BE A SECOND CALL ON 15 MAY 2009. CONSEQUENTLY, YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS WILL REMAIN VALID FOR ALL CALLS UNLESS THE AGENDA IS AMENDED. PLEASE BE ALSO ADVISED THAT YOUR SHARES WILL BE BLOCKED UNTIL THE QUORUM IS MET OR THE MEETING IS CANCELLED. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO RECEIPT OF SECOND CALL COMMENT. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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SHIRE PLC |
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Security | | G8124V108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 28-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | JE00B2QKY057 | | Agenda | | 701873350 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Receive the Company’s accounts for the YE 31 DEC 2008 together with the Director’s report and the Auditor’s report on those accounts | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the Directors remuneration report for the YE 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Re-elect Dr. Barry Price as a Director of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Re-appoint Deloitte LLP as the Auditors of the Company to hold office from the conclusion the meeting to the conclusion of the AGM of the Company to be held in 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Authorize the Audit, Compliance & Risk Committee of the Board to determine the remuneration of the Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Authorize the Directors to allot relevant Securities [as defined in the Company’s Articles of Association] by Article 10 paragraph [B] of the company’s Articles of Association be renewed and for this purpose the authorized allotment amount shall be: [a] GBP 9,337,043 of relevant Securities; and [b] solely in connection with an allotment pursuant to an offer by way of a rights issue [as defined in the Company’s Articles of Association, but only if and to the extent that such offer is implemented by way of rights], GBP 18,674,086 of relevant securities comprising equity securities [as defined in the Company’s Articles of Association] [after deducting from such limit any relevant securities allotted under paragraph (a) above]; [Authority expires the earlier of the allotment period on 28 APR 2009 and ending on the earlier of 27 JUL 2010 or the conclusion of the AGM of the Company to be held in 2010]; and the Directors may allot relevant securities after the expiry of this authority in pursuance of such an offer or agreement made prior to such expiry | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.7 | | Authorize the Directors, subject to the passing of the previous Resolution, to allot equity securities [as defined in the Company’s Articles of Association] wholly for cash, by Article 10 paragraph (D) of the Company’s Articles of Association be renewed and for this purpose the Non pre-emptive Amount [as defined in the Company’s Articles of Association ] shall be GBP 1,400,556 of equity securities; [Authority expires the earlier of the period commencing on 28 APR 2009 and ending on the earlier of 27 JUL 2010 or the conclusion of the AGM of the Company to be held in 2010]; and the Directors may allot equity securities after the expiry of this authority in pursuance of such an offer or agreement made prior to such expiry | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.8 | | Grant authority to the market purchases | | Management | | For | | For |
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DIAGNOSTICOS DA AMER S A |
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Security | | P3589C109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 28-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | BRDASAACNOR1 | | Agenda | | 701900397 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | IMPORTANT MARKET PROCESSING REQUIREMENT: A BENEFICIAL OWNER SIGNED POWER OF ATTORNEY (POA) IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO LODGE AND EXECUTE YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MARKET. ABSENCE OF A POA, MAY CAUSE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS TO BE REJECTED. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT VOTES “IN FAVOR” AND “AGAINST” IN THE SAME AGENDA ITEM ARE NOT ALLOWED. ONLY VOTES IN FAVOR AND/OR ABSTAIN OR AGAINST AND/ OR ABSTAIN ARE ALLOWED. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT SHAREHOLDERS SUBMITTING A VOTE TO ELECT A MEMBER MUST INCLUDE THE NAME OF THE CANDIDATE TO BE ELECTED. IF INXS TO VOTE ON THIS ITEM IS RECEIVED WITHOUT A CANDIDATE’S NAME, YOUR VOTE WILL BE PROCESSED IN FAVOR OR AGAINST OF THE DEFAULT COMPANY’S CANDIDATE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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A. | | Approve the Directors Accounts, to examine, discuss and the Company’s consolidated financial statements for the FYE 31 DEC 2008, the administration reporting that in light of the results from the FY the distribution of dividends is not being proposed | | Management | | For | | For |
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B. | | Elect the Members of the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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C. | | Approve to consider the proposal of the administration aiming at the instatement of the Finance Committee on a non permanent basis to operate during the 2009 FY, approval of the draft internal regulation and election of its full and alternate Members | | Management | | For | | For |
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D. | | Approve to set the total annual remuneration for the Members of the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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DIAGNOSTICOS DA AMER S A |
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Security | | P3589C109 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 28-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | BRDASAACNOR1 | | Agenda | | 701900400 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | IMPORTANT MARKET PROCESSING REQUIREMENT: A BENEFICIAL OWNER SIGNED POWER OF ATTORNEY (POA) IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO LODGE AND EXECUTE YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MARKET. ABSENCE OF A POA, MAY CAUSE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS TO BE REJECTED. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT VOTES “IN FAVOR” AND “AGAINST” IN THE SAME AGENDA ITEM ARE NOT ALLOWED. ONLY VOTES IN FAVOR AND/OR ABSTAIN OR AGAINST AND/ OR ABSTAIN ARE ALLOWED. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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A. | | Amend the Corporate Bylaws with amendment of Articles 3, 20 inclusion of item XXX, 21 and 25 of the Corporate Bylaws, aiming respectively at the adaptation of the Corporate purpose, the inclusion of a matter in the list of powers of the Board of Directors as well as the adaptation of the positions and authorities of the Executive Committee | | Management | | For | | For |
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PACCAR INC |
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Security | | 693718108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | PCAR | | Meeting Date | | 28-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US6937181088 | | Agenda | | 933009359 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 MARK C. PIGOTT | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 WILLIAM G. REED, JR. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 WARREN R. STALEY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 CHARLES R. WILLIAMSON | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING THE ANNUAL ELECTION OF ALL DIRECTORS | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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03 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING A DIRECTOR VOTE THRESHOLD | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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FORTUNE BRANDS, INC. |
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Security | | 349631101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | FO | | Meeting Date | | 28-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US3496311016 | | Agenda | | 933010871 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | | | | | Management |
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| | 1 BRUCE A. CARBONARI | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 ANN F. HACKETT | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 DAVID M. THOMAS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 RONALD V. WATERS, III | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVAL OF AMENDMENTS TO THE COMPANY’S RESTATED CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION TO PROVIDE FOR THE ANNUAL ELECTION OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | IF PRESENTED, A SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL ENTITLED “ADOPT SIMPLE MAJORITY VOTE”. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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MOODY’S CORPORATION |
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Security | | 615369105 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | MCO | | Meeting Date | | 28-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US6153691059 | | Agenda | | 933012786 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: EWALD KIST | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: HENRY A. MCKINNELL, JR., PH.D. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN K. WULFF | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL TO ADOPT A POLICY THAT THE CHAIRMAN OF THE COMPANY’S BOARD OF DIRECTORS BE AN INDEPENDENT DIRECTOR. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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04 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL TO ADOPT A POLICY REQUIRING SENIOR EXECUTIVES TO RETAIN A SIGNIFICANT PERCENTAGE OF COMPANY SHARES UNTIL TWO YEARS FOLLOWING TERMINATION OF THEIR EMPLOYMENT. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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PERKINELMER, INC. |
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Security | | 714046109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | PKI | | Meeting Date | | 28-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US7140461093 | | Agenda | | 933017407 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT F. FRIEL | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: NICHOLAS A. LOPARDO | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ALEXIS P. MICHAS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JAMES C. MULLEN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DR. VICKI L. SATO | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GABRIEL SCHMERGEL | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: KENTON J. SICCHITANO | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PATRICK J. SULLIVAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: G. ROBERT TOD | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS PERKINELMER’S INDEPENDENT AUDITORS FOR THE CURRENT FISCAL YEAR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO APPROVE THE PERKINELMER, INC. 2009 INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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FIRST NIAGARA FINANCIAL GROUP, INC. |
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Security | | 33582V108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | FNFG | | Meeting Date | | 28-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US33582V1089 | | Agenda | | 933026836 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 CARL. A. FLORIO | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 DAVID M. ZEBRO | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | THE NON-BINDING APPROVAL OF OUR EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION PROGRAMS AND POLICIES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | THE RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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ALLIANZ SE, MUENCHEN |
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Security | | D03080112 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 29-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | DE0008404005 | | Agenda | | 701857015 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | AS A CONDITION OF VOTING, GERMAN MARKET REGULATIONS REQUIRE THAT YOU DISCLOSE WHETHER YOU HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST IN THIS COMPANY. SHOULD EITHER BE THE CASE, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE SO THAT WE MAY LODGE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS ACCORDINGLY. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST, SUBMIT YOUR VOTE AS NORMAL. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THESE SHARES MAY BE BLOCKED DEPENDING ON SOME SUBCUSTODIANS’ PROCESSING IN THE MARKET. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE TO OBTAIN BLOCKING INFORMATION FOR YOUR ACCOUNTS. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Presentation of the approved Annual Financial Statements and the approved Consolidated Financial Statements as of and for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2008, and of the Management Reports for Allianz SE and for the Group, the Explanatory Report on the information pursuant to paragraph 289 (4), paragraph 315 (4) of the German Commercial Code (Handelsgesetzbuch) as well as the Report of the Supervisory Board for the fiscal year 2008 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2. | | Appropriation of net earnings | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approval of the actions of the members of the Management Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Approval of the actions of the members of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | By election to the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Authorization to acquire treasury shares for trading purposes | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Authorization to acquire and utilize treasury shares for other purposes | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Authorization to use derivatives in connection with the acquisition of treasury shares pursuant to Paragraph 71 (1) no. 8 of the German Stock Corporation Act (Aktiengesetz) | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Amendment to the Statutes in accordance with Paragraph 67 German Stock Corporation Act (Aktiengesetz) | | Management | | For | | For |
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10.A | | Other amendments to the Statutes: Cancellation of provisions regarding the first Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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10.B | | Other amendments to the Statutes: Anticipatory resolutions on the planned Law on the Implementation of the Shareholder Rights Directive (Gesetz zur Umsetzung der Aktionaersrechterichtlinie) | | Management | | For | | For |
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11. | | Approval of control and profit transfer agreement between Allianz SE and Allianz Shared Infrastructure Services SE | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | COUNTER PROPOSALS HAVE BEEN RECEIVED FOR THIS MEETING. A LINK TO THE COUNTER PROPOSAL INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE IN THE MATERIAL URL SECTION OF THE APPLICATION. IF YOU WISH TO ACT ON THESE ITEMS, YOU WILL NEED TO REQUEST A MEETING ATTEND AND VOTE YOUR SHARES AT THE COMPANYS MEETING. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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COMPANHIA DE SANEAMENTO BASICO DO ESTADO DE SAO PA |
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Security | | P8228H104 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 29-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | BRSBSPACNOR5 | | Agenda | | 701872144 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | IMPORTANT MARKET PROCESSING REQUIREMENT: A BENEFICIAL OWNER SIGNED POWER OF ATTORNEY (POA) IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO LODGE AND EXECUTE YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MARKET. ABSENCE OF A POA, MAY CAUSE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS TO BE REJECTED. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT VOTES ‘IN FAVOR’ AND “AGAINST” IN THE SAME AGENDA ITEM ARE NOT ALLOWED. ONLY VOTES IN FAVOR AND/OR ABSTAIN OR AGAINST AND/ OR ABSTAIN ARE ALLOWED. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Ratify the codec option number 200.2008, which deals with the annual leave of the Executive officers of the Companies controlled by the government | | Management | | | | |
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COMPANHIA DE SANEAMENTO BASICO DO ESTADO DE SAO PA |
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Security | | P8228H104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 29-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | BRSBSPACNOR5 | | Agenda | | 701872168 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | IMPORTANT MARKET PROCESSING REQUIREMENT: A BENEFICIAL OWNER SIGNED POWER OF ATTORNEY (POA) IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO LODGE AND EXECUTE YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MARKET. ABSENCE OF A POA, MAY CAUSE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS TO BE REJECTED. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT VOTES ‘IN FAVOR’ AND ‘AGAINST” IN THE SAME AGENDA ITEM ARE NOT ALLOWED. ONLY VOTES IN FAVOR AND/OR ABSTAIN OR AGAINST AND/ OR ABSTAIN ARE ALLOWED. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT SHAREHOLDERS SUBMITTING A VOTE TO ELECT A MEMBER MUST INCLUDE THE NAME OF THE CANDIDATE TO BE ELECTED. IF INSTRUCTIONS TO VOTE ON THIS ITEM IS RECEIVED WITHOUT A CANDIDATE’S NAME, YOUR VOTE WILL BE PROCESSED IN FAVOR OR AGAINST OF THE DEFAULT COMPANY’S CANDIDATE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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I. | | Approve to take cognizance of the accounts of the Administrators and financial statements accompanied by the opinions of the finance committee and External Auditors, relating to the 2008 FY, in accordance with the report of the Administration, the balance sheet and corresponding explanatory notes | | Management | | | | |
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II. | | Approve the destination of the YE results of 2008 | | Management | | | | |
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III. | | Elect the Members of the Finance Committee | | Management | | | | |
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COMPAGNIE GENERALE DE GEOPHYSIQUE - VERITAS, MASSY |
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Security | | F2349S108 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 29-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000120164 | | Agenda | | 701904357 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | “French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative” | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN AMENDMENT TO MEETING ID 547246 DUE TO ADDITION OF RESOLUTIONS. ALL VOTES RECEIVED ON THE PREVIOUS MEETING WILL BE DISREGARDED AND YOU WILL NEED TO REINSTRUCT ON THIS MEETING NOTICE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve the Company’s financial statements for the YE in 2008, as presented, showing a loss of EUR 100,564,482.76 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Approve to record the loss for the year of EUR 100,564,482.76 as a deficit in retained earnings; following this appropriation, the retained earnings account will show a new debit balance of EUR 103,041,697.06; accordance with the regulations in force, the shareholders’ meeting recalls that no dividend was paid for the previous 3 FY | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve the consolidated financial statements for the said FY, in the form presented to the meeting, a net consolidated income of EUR 340,000,000.00 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Approve to renew the appointment of Mr. Yves Lesage as a Director for a 4 year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.5 | | Appoint Mr. Anders Farestveit as a Director for a 4 year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.6 | | Approve to award total annual fees of EUR 640,000.00 to the Directors | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.7 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to trade in the Company’s shares on the stock market, subject to the conditions described below: maximum purchase price: EUR 40.00, maximum number of shares to be acquired: 10% of the share capital, IE 14,976,235 shares, maximum funds invested in the share buybacks: EUR 599,049,400; [Authority is given for a 18 month period]; the number of shares acquired by the Company with a view to the retention or their subsequent delivery in payment or exchange as part of a merger, divestment or capital contribution cannot exceed 5% of its capital, to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities, this authorization supersedes the amounts unused of the authorization granted by the shareholder’s meeting of 29 APR 2008 in its Resolution 7 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.8 | | Approve, the special report of the Auditors on agreements governed by Article L.225.38 of the French Commercial Code, the said report and the agreements referred to therein | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.9 | | Approve, in accordance with the Articles L.225-38 and L.25-42-1 of the French Commercial Code, the regulated agreement between the Company and Mr. Robert Brunck, the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Company as mentioned in said report and regarding: the special breach indemnity to be paid when Mr. Robert Brunch’s contract of employment is broken, in the frame of a constraint departure linked to a modification of control or strategy; the total amount of the special breach indemnity can not exceed the limit of 200% of the reference’s annual remuneration; the possibility to exercise forward the options giving right to subscribe shares held by Mr. Robert Brunck, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Company when his contract of employment is broken in the frame of a constraint departure | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.10 | | Approve, in accordance with the Articles L.225-38 and L.25-42-1 of the French Commercial Code, the regulated agreement between the Company and Mr. Thierry Le Roux, Executive Vice President of the Company as mentioned in said report and regarding: the special breach indemnity to be paid when Mr. Thierry Le Roux’s contract of employment is broken, in the frame of a constraint departure linked to a modification of control or strategy; the total amount of the special breach indemnity can not exceed the limit of 200% of the reference’s annual remuneration; the possibility to exercise forward the options giving right to subscribe shares held by Mr. Thierry Le Roux, Executive Vice President when his contract of employment is broken in the frame of a constraint departure | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.11 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the capital, on 1 or more occasions, in France or abroad, by issuance, with preferred subscription rights maintained, of shares or any securities giving access to the share capital; [Authority is granted for a 26-period]; the global nominal amount of the capital increases to be carried out under this delegation of authority shall not exceed EUR 30,000,000,.00 I.E. 75,000,000 ordinary new shares; the nominal amount of debt securities issued shall not exceed EUR 600,000,000.00; to charge the share issuance costs against the related premiums and deduct from the premiums the amounts necessary to raise the legal reserve to one tenth of the new capital after each increase; this authorization on supersedes the authorization granted by the shareholders’ meeting of 24 APR 2008 in its Resolution 11 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.12 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the capital, on 1 or more occasions, in France or abroad, by a maximum nominal amount of EUR 9,000,000.00 I.E. 22,500,000 shares by issuance, without preferred subscription right, of shares or securities giving access to the share capital; these securities may be issued in consideration for securities tendered in a public exchange offer initiated the Company; this amount of capital increase to be carried out shall count against the overall value set forth in Resolution 11; [Authority is granted for a 26-month period]; to charge the share issuance costs against the related premiums and deduct from the premiums the amounts necessary to raise the legal reserve to one tenth of the new capital after each increase; this authorization on supersedes the authorization granted by the shareholders’ meeting of 29 APR 2008 in its Resolution 12 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.13 | | Authorize the Board of Directors, for each of the issues decided in the Resolution 12, when the preferential subscription right is cancelled, to set the issue price up to a limit of 10% of the amount of capita increase shall count against the ceiling set forth in Resolution 12 and the overall value set forth in Resolution 11; [Authority is given for a 26-month period]; this delegation supersedes this authorization granted by the shareholders’ meeting of 29 APR 2008 in its Resolution 13 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.14 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the number of securities to be issued for each of the issues decided in Resolution 11 and 12, at the same price as the initial issue, within 30 days of the closing of the subscription period and up to a maximum of 15% of the initial issue; [Authority is granted for a 26-month period]; this delegation supersedes authorization granted by the shareholder’s meeting of 29 APR 2008 in its Resolution 14 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.15 | | Authorize the Board of Directors in order to increase the share capital, in 1 or more occasions, by a maximum nominal amount of EUR 10,000,000.00 by way of capitalizing reserves, profits, premiums, by issuing bonus shares or raising the par value of existing shares; this amount shall count against the overall value set forth in Resolution 11; [Authority is given for a 26-month period]; this delegation supersedes the authorization granted by the shareholder’s meeting of 29 APR 2008 in its Resolution 15 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.16 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital, up to 10% of the share capital, in consideration for the contributions in kind granted to the Company and comprised of capital securities giving access to share capital; the amount to capital increases which may be carried out shall count forth in Resolution 12; [Authority is granted for a 26-month period]; and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; this delegation supersedes the authorization granted by the shareholder’s meeting of 29 APR 2008 in its Resolution 16 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.17 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital, on 1 or more occasions, at its sole discretion, in favor of employees’ Company of the French or Foreign Companies and related Companies who are Members of a Company savings Plan; [Authority is given for a 26-month period] and for a nominal amount that shall not exceed EUR 2,500,000.00 this amount shall count against the overall value set forth in Resolution 11; and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities, this authorization supersedes the authorization granted by the shareholder’s meeting of 29 APR 2008 in its Resolution 17 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.18 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to reduce the share capital, one 1 or more occasions, by canceling all or part of the shares held by the Company in connection with a Stock Repurchase Plan, up to a maximum of 10% of the share capital over a 24-month period; [Authority is given for a 18-month period]; and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; this authorization supersedes the authorization granted by the shareholder’s meeting of 29 APR 2008 in its Resolution 20 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.19 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to issuel, on 1 or more occasions, in France or abroad, up to maximum amount of EUR 600,000,000.00, securities given right to the allocation of debt securities; this amount shall count against the overall value set forth in Resolution 11; [Authority is granted for a 26-month period]; this authorization supersedes the authorization granted by the shareholder’s meeting of 29 APR 2008 in its Resolution 22 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.20 | | Grant full powers to the bearer of an original, a copy or extract of the minutes of this meeting to carry out all filings, publications and other formalities prescribed By Law | | Management | | For | | For |
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A. | | Approve the resolutions on the allocation of free shares and stock options for the Employees and Corporate Managers will have a validity of 1 year | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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B. | | Approve to distribute more precise information in regards to shares and stock options proposed for the allocation to employees and some corporate managers, as well as for the total amount allocated to specific beneficiaries | | Management | | For | | For |
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TCF FINANCIAL CORPORATION |
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Security | | 872275102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | TCB | | Meeting Date | | 29-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US8722751026 | | Agenda | | 933010807 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 WILLIAM F. BIEBER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 THEODORE J. BIGOS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 WILLIAM A. COOPER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 THOMAS A. CUSICK | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 GREGORY J. PULLES | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 GERALD A. SCHWALBACH | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 DOUGLAS A. SCOVANNER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 BARRY N. WINSLOW | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RE-APPROVE THE TCF PERFORMANCE-BASED COMPENSATION POLICY | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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03 | | APPROVE AN INCREASE IN AUTHORIZED SHARES UNDER THE TCF FINANCIAL INCENTIVE STOCK PROGRAM | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | RE-APPROVE THE PERFORMANCE-BASED GOALS UNDER THE TCF FINANCIAL INCENTIVE STOCK PROGRAM | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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05 | | APPROVE, IN AN ADVISORY (NON-BINDING) VOTE, THE COMPENSATION OF EXECUTIVES DISCLOSED IN THE PROXY STATEMENT | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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06 | | ADVISORY VOTE ON THE APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS FOR 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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BROWN & BROWN, INC. |
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Security | | 115236101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | BRO | | Meeting Date | | 29-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US1152361010 | | Agenda | | 933013764 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 J. HYATT BROWN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 SAMUEL P. BELL, III | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 HUGH M. BROWN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 J. POWELL BROWN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 BRADLEY CURREY, JR. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 JIM W. HENDERSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 THEODORE J. HOEPNER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 TONI JENNINGS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 WENDELL S. REILLY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 10 JOHN R. RIEDMAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 11 JAN E. SMITH | | | | For | | For |
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| | 12 CHILTON D. VARNER | | | | For | | For |
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2 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE, LLP AS BROWN & BROWN, INC.’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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CEPHEID |
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Security | | 15670R107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | CPHD | | Meeting Date | | 29-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US15670R1077 | | Agenda | | 933014285 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 JOHN L. BISHOP | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 THOMAS D. BROWN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 DEAN O. MORTON | | | | For | | For |
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2 | | TO AMEND CEPHEID’S 2000 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF SHARES AVAILABLE THEREUNDER. | | Management | | For | | For |
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3 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM OF CEPHEID FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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THE MCGRAW-HILL COMPANIES, INC. |
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Security | | 580645109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | MHP | | Meeting Date | | 29-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US5806451093 | | Agenda | | 933015174 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 SIR MICHAEL RAKE | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 2 KURT L. SCHMOKE | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 3 SIDNEY TAUREL | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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02 | | VOTE TO REAPPROVE PERFORMANCE GOALS UNDER OUR 2002 STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | VOTE TO RATIFY ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REQUESTING ELECTION OF EACH DIRECTOR ANNUALLY. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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05 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REQUESTING ADOPTION OF SIMPLE MAJORITY VOTE. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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06 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REQUESTING PUBLIC DISCLOSURE OF CORPORATE POLICIES AND PROCEDURES REGARDING POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS AND THE AMOUNT OF SUCH CONTRIBUTIONS. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
| | | | |
07 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REQUESTING ELECTION OF DIRECTORS BY MAJORITY VOTE. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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08 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REQUESTING ADOPTION OF POLICY REQUIRING CHAIRMAN TO BE INDEPENDENT DIRECTOR WHO HAS NOT PREVIOUSLY SERVED AS AN EXECUTIVE OFFICER OF THE COMPANY. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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NORBORD INC. |
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Security | | 65548P106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual and Special Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | NBDFF | | Meeting Date | | 29-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | CA65548P1062 | | Agenda | | 933022080 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 JACK L. COCKWELL | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 2 DIAN N. COHEN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 PIERRE DUPUIS | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 GORDON E. FORWARD | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 DOMINIC GAMMIERO | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 6 ROBERT J. HARDING | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 7 NEVILLE W. KIRCHMANN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 MARGOT E. NORTHEY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 J. BARRIE SHINETON | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | THE APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS AUDITORS OF THE CORPORATION AND AUTHORIZING THE DIRECTORS TO FIX THEIR REMUNERATION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | AN ORDINARY RESOLUTION APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE NORBORD INC. STOCK OPTION PLAN TO INCREASE THE MAXIMUM NUMBER OF COMMON SHARES THAT MAY BE ISSUED THEREUNDER FROM 10 MILLION TO 20 MILLION. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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04 | | A SPECIAL RESOLUTION APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CORPORATION’S RESTATED ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION TO CONSOLIDATE ITS ISSUED AND OUTSTANDING COMMON SHARES ON THE BASIS OF ONE POST-CONSOLIDATED COMMON SHARE FOR EACH 10 PRE-CONSOLIDATED COMMON SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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EMBRAER-EMPRESA BRASILEIRA |
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Security | | 29081M102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ERJ | | Meeting Date | | 29-Apr-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US29081M1027 | | Agenda | | 933050596 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | EXAMINE, DISCUSS AND VOTE FOR THE APPROVAL OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS PRESENTED BY THE MANAGEMENT IN CONNECTION WITH THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED IN DECEMBER 31, 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | ALLOCATION OF NET PROFITS RECORDED IN THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | ELECTION OF THE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS FOR THE PERIOD OF 2009/2011 AND THE NOMINATION OF ITS CHAIRMAN AND VICE CHAIRMAN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | ELECTION OF THE MEMBERS OF THE FISCAL BOARD FOR THE PERIOD OF 2009/2010 AND DESIGNATION OF ITS CHAIRMAN, VICE CHAIRMAN AND FINANCIAL EXPERT | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | SETTING OF THE ANNUAL AMOUNT FOR DISTRIBUTION AMONG THE MANAGEMENT (EXECUTIVE OFFICERS, DIRECTORS AND MEMBERS OF THE COMMITTEES OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS) OF THE COMPANY | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
06 | | SET THE COMPENSATION OF THE MEMBERS OF THE FISCAL BOARD | | Management | | For | | For |
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ASTRAZENECA PLC, LONDON |
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Security | | G0593M107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 30-Apr-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | GB0009895292 | | Agenda | | 701834839 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT SHAREHOLDERS ARE ALLOWED TO VOTE “IN FAVOR” OR “AGAINST” FOR-BELOW RESOLUTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Receive the Company’s accounts and the reports of the Directors and the Auditor for the YE 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve to confirm the first interim dividend of USD 0.55 [27.8 pence, 3.34 SEK] per ordinary share and confirm the final dividend for 2008, the second interim dividend of USD 1.50 [104.8 pence, SEK 12.02] per ordinary share | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3. | | Re-appoint KPMG Audit Plc, London as the Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Authorize the Directors to agree the remuneration of the Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.A | | Elect Mr. Louis Schweitzer as a Director in accordance with Article 65 of the Company’s Articles of Association, who will retire at the AGM in 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.B | | Elect Mr. David Brennan as a Director in accordance with Article 65 of the Company’s Articles of Association, who will retire at the AGM in 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5.C | | Elect Mr. Simon Lowth as a Director in accordance with Article 65 of the Company’s Articles of Association, who will retire at the AGM in 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5.D | | Elect Mr. Bo Angelin as a Director in accordance with Article 65 of the Company’s Articles of Association, who will retire at the AGM in 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5.E | | Elect Mr. John Buchanan as a Director in accordance with Article 65 of the Company’s Articles of Association, who will retire at the AGM in 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5.F | | Elect Mr. Jean Philippe Courtois as a Director in accordance with Article 65 of the Company’s Articles of Association, who will retire at the AGM in 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5.G | | Elect Mr. Jane Henney as a Director in accordance with Article 65 of the Company’s Articles of Association, who will retire at the AGM in 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5.H | | Elect Mr. Michele Hooper as a Director in accordance with Article 65 of the Company’s Articles of Association, who will retire at the AGM in 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5.I | | Elect Mr. Rudy Markham as a Director in accordance with Article 65 of the Company’s Articles of Association, who will retire at the AGM in 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5.J | | Elect Ms. Dame Nancy Rothwell as a Director in accordance with Article 65 of the Company’s Articles of Association, who will retire at the AGM in 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5.K | | Elect Ms. John Varley as a Director in accordance with Article 65 of the Company’s Articles of Association, who will retire at the AGM in 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5.L | | Elect Mr. Marcus Wallenberg as a Director in accordance with Article 65 of the Company’s Articles of Association, who will retire at the AGM in 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
6. | | Approve the Directors’ remuneration report for the YE 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Authorize the Company and make donations to Political Parties to make donations to Political Organizations other than political parties; and incur political expenditure during the period commencing on the date of this resolution and ending on the date the of the Company's AGM, provided that in each case any such donation and expenditure made by the Company or by any such subsidiary shall not exceed USD 250,000 per Company and together with those made by any subsidiary and the Company shall not exceed in aggregate USD 250,000, as specified | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Authorize the Director to allot new shares by Article 7.1 of the Company's Article of Association renewed by the period commencing on the date of the AGM of the Company in 2010 or, if earlier , on 30 JUN 2010, and such period the Section 80 amount shall be USD 120,636,176 | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.9 | | To Authorise the directors to disapply preemption rights. | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.10 | | Authorize the Company for the purpose of Section 166 of the Companies Act 1985, to make market purchases [Section 163 of the Companies Act 1985] of ordinary shares of USD 0.25 each in the capital of the Company provided that: the maximum number of shares which may be purchased is 144,763,412 the minimum price [exclusive of expenses] which may be paid for share is USD 0.25 the maximum price which may be paid for a share is an amount equal to 105% of the average of the middle market values of the Company’s ordinary shares as derived from the daily official list of the London Stock Exchange for the 5 business days immediately preceding the day on which such share is contracted to be purchased [authority expires the earlier of the conclusion of the AGM of the Company in 2010 or 30 JUN 2010]; except in relation to the purchase of shares the contract for which was concluded before the expiry of such authority and which might be executed wholly or partly after such expiry | | Management | | For | | For |
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AXA SA, PARIS |
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Security | | F06106102 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 30-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000120628 | | Agenda | | 701870710 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN AMENDMENT TO MEETING ID 504193 DUE TO ADDITION OF RESOLUTIONS. ALL VOTES RECEIVED ON THE PREVIOUS MEETING WILL BE DISREGARDED AND YOU WILL NEED TO REINSTRUCT ON THIS MEETING NOTICE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will-be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve the financial statements and statutory reports | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.2 | | Approve to accept the consolidated financial statements and statutory reports | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.3 | | Approve the allocation of income and dividends of EUR 0.40 per share | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.4 | | Approve the Auditors’ special report regarding related party transactions | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.5 | | Re-elect Mr. Jacques de Chateauvieux as the Supervisory Board Member | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.6 | | Re-elect Mr. Anthony Hamilton as a Supervisory Board Member | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.7 | | Re-elect Mr. Michel Pebereau as a Supervisory Board Member | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
O.8 | | Re-elect Mr. Dominique Reiniche as a Supervisory Board Member | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.9 | | Elect Mr. Ramon de Oliveira as a Supervisory Board Member | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.10 | | Grant authority to the repurchase of up to 10 % of issued share capital | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
E.11 | | Grant authority to the capitalization of reserves of up to EUR 1 billion for bonus issue or increase in par value | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
E.12 | | Grant authority to the issuance of equity or equity-linked securities with preemptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 2 billion | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
E.13 | | Grant authority to the issuance of equity or equity-linked securities without preemptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 1 billion | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
E.14 | | Authorize the Board to set issue price for 10 % of issued capital pursuant to issue authority without preemptive rights | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.15 | | Authorize the Board to increase capital in the event of additional demand related to delegation submitted to shareholder vote items 12 to 14 and 16 to 18 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
E.16 | | Grant authority to the capital increase of up to EUR 1 billion for future exchange offers | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.17 | | Grant authority to the capital increase of up to 10 % of issued capital for future acquisitions | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.18 | | Grant authority to the issuance of equity upon conversion of a subsidiary’s equity-linked securities for up to EUR 1 billion | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
E.19 | | Approve the issuance of securities convertible into debt | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
E.20 | | Approve the Employee Stock Purchase Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
E.21 | | Approve the Stock Purchase Plan reserved for employees of international subsidiaries | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
E.22 | | Approve the reduction in share capital via cancellation of repurchased shares | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
E.23 | | Grant authority to the issuance of preferred stock in favor of Axa Assurances IARD Mutuelle and Axa Assurances Vie Mutuelle for up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 1 billion | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.24 | | Grant authority to the issuance of preferred stock with preemptive rights for up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 1 billion | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
E.25 | | Grant authority to the issuance of preferred stock without preemptive rights for up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 1 billion | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.26 | | Adopt the new Articles of Association, pursuant to items 23 through 25 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
E.27 | | Grant authority to the filing of required documents/other formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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REDECARD S A |
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Security | | P79941103 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 30-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | BRRDCDACNOR3 | | Agenda | | 701908381 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | IMPORTANT MARKET PROCESSING REQUIREMENT: A BENEFICIAL OWNER SIGNED POWER OF ATTORNEY (POA) IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO LODGE AND EXECUTE YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MARKET. ABSENCE OF A POA, MAY CAUSE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS TO BE REJECTED. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT VOTES ‘IN FAVOR’ AND ‘AGAINST’ IN THE SAME AGENDA ITEM ARE NOT ALLOWED. ONLY VOTES IN FAVOR AND/OR ABSTAIN OR AGAINST AND/OR ABSTAIN ARE ALLOWED. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Amend the Articles regarding creation of statutory Earnings reserve | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2. | | Amend the Articles regarding the require that financial transactions be approved by Board | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3. | | Amend the Articles 3 ,6 ,7 ,8 ,9 ,11 ,12, 13 ,14, 16 , 22 and 30 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4. | | Amend the Articles regarding the Executive Officer Board | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5. | | Approve to delete Sub-Section 5 of Article 27, Article 31, and Article 43 | | Management | | For | | For |
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JANUS CAPITAL GROUP INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 47102X105 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | JNS | | Meeting Date | | 30-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US47102X1054 | | Agenda | | 933011063 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: STEVEN L. SCHEID (CHAIRMAN) | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: TIMOTHY K. ARMOUR | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: J. RICHARD FREDERICKS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LAWRENCE E. KOCHARD | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LANDON H. ROWLAND | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS INDEPENDENT AUDITOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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TORCHMARK CORPORATION |
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Security | | 891027104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | TMK | | Meeting Date | | 30-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US8910271043 | | Agenda | | 933016241 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 DAVID L. BOREN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 M. JANE BUCHAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 ROBERT W. INGRAM | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 PAUL J. ZUCCONI | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF AUDITORS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | AMENDMENT OF BY-LAWS TO PROVIDE FOR MAJORITY VOTING FOR DIRECTORS AND ADVANCE NOTICE | | Management | | For | | For |
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J.B. HUNT TRANSPORT SERVICES, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 445658107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | JBHT | | Meeting Date | | 30-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US4456581077 | | Agenda | | 933017445 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 SHARILYN S. GASAWAY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 COLEMAN H. PETERSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 JAMES L. ROBO | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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ASTRAZENECA PLC |
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Security | | 046353108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | AZN | | Meeting Date | | 30-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US0463531089 | | Agenda | | 933020593 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | TO RECEIVE THE COMPANY’S ACCOUNTS AND THE REPORTS OF THE DIRECTORS AND AUDITOR FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | TO CONFIRM DIVIDENDS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | TO RE-APPOINT KPMG AUDIT PLC, LONDON AS AUDITOR | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | TO AUTHORISE THE DIRECTORS TO AGREE THE REMUNERATION OF THE AUDITOR | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LOUIS SCHWEITZER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID BRENNAN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: SIMON LOWTH | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: BO ANGELIN | | Management | | For | | For |
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5E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN BUCHANAN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JEAN-PHILIPPE COURTOIS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JANE HENNEY | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MICHELE HOOPER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RUDY MARKHAM | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAME NANCY ROTHWELL | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5K | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN VARLEY | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5L | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MARCUS WALLENBERG | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
06 | | TO APPROVE THE DIRECTORS’ REMUNERATION REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
07 | | TO AUTHORISE LIMITED EU POLITICAL DONATIONS | | Management | | For | | For |
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08 | | TO AUTHORISE THE DIRECTORS TO ALLOT UNISSUED SHARES | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
09 | | TO AUTHORISE THE DIRECTORS TO DISAPPLY PRE- EMPTION RIGHTS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
10 | | TO AUTHORISE THE COMPANY TO PURCHASE ITS OWN SHARES | | Management | | For | | For |
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CALGON CARBON CORPORATION |
| | | |
Security | | 129603106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | CCC | | Meeting Date | | 30-Apr-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US1296031065 | | Agenda | | 933032411 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 WILLIAM R. NEWLIN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 JOHN S. STANIK | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 WILLIAM J. LYONS | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS INDEPENDENT AUDITORS FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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GRUPO TELEVISA, S.A.B. |
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Security | | 40049J206 | | Meeting Type | | Special |
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Ticker Symbol | | TV | | Meeting Date | | 30-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US40049J2069 | | Agenda | | 933059366 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
I | | APPOINTMENT OR RATIFICATION, AS THE CASE MAY BE, OF THE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO BE APPOINTED AT THIS MEETING PURSUANT TO ARTICLES TWENTY SIXTH, TWENTY SEVENTH AND OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES OF THE CORPORATE BY-LAWS. | | Management | | For | | |
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II | | APPOINTMENT OF DELEGATES TO CARRY OUT AND FORMALIZE THE RESOLUTIONS ADOPTED AT THIS MEETING. | | Management | | For | | |
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GRUPO TELEVISA, S.A.B. | | | | |
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Security | | 40049J206 | | Meeting Type | | Special |
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Ticker Symbol | | TV | | Meeting Date | | 30-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US40049J2069 | | Agenda | | 933061373 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
S1 | | APPOINTMENT OR RATIFICATION, AS THE CASE MAY BE, OF THE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO BE APPOINTED AT THIS MEETING. | | Management | | | | |
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S2 | | APPOINTMENT OF DELEGATES TO CARRY OUT AND FORMALIZE THE RESOLUTIONS ADOPTED AT THIS MEETING. | | Management | | | | |
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O1 | | PRESENTATION AND, IN ITS CASE, APPROVAL OF THE REPORTS REFERRED TO IN ARTICLE 28, PARAGRAPH IV OF THE SECURITIES MARKET LAW. | | Management | | | | |
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O2 | | PRESENTATION OF THE REPORT REGARDING CERTAIN FISCAL OBLIGATIONS OF COMPANY, ALL AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE PROXY STATEMENT. | | Management | | | | |
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O3 | | RESOLUTION REGARDING THE ALLOCATION OF FINAL RESULTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED ON DECEMBER 31, 2008. | | Management | | | | |
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O4 | | RESOLUTION (I) AMOUNT MAY BE ALLOCATED TO REPURCHASE SHARES PURSUANT TO ARTICLE 56, (II) PRESENTATION OF REPORT ON POLICIES. | | Management | | | | |
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O5 | | APPOINTMENT OR RATIFICATION, OF THE MEMBERS THAT SHALL CONFORM BOARD, SECRETARY, ALTERNATIVE SECRETARIES AND OFFICERS. | | Management | | | | |
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O6 | | APPOINTMENT OR RATIFICATION, AS THE CASE MAY BE, OF MEMBERS THAT SHALL CONFORM THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE. | | Management | | | | |
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O7 | | APPOINTMENT OR RATIFICATION, AS THE CASE MAY BE, OF THE CHAIRMAN OF THE AUDIT COMMITTEE AND OF THE CHAIRMAN OF THE COMMITTEE. | | Management | | | | |
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O8 | | COMPENSATION TO MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS, OF EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE, ALL AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE PROXY STATEMENT. | | Management | | | | |
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O9 | | APPOINTMENT OF DELEGATES WHO WILL CARRY OUT AND FORMALIZE THE RESOLUTIONS ADOPTED AT THIS MEETING. | | Management | | | | |
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E1 | | RESOLUTION REGARDING THE CANCELLATION OF SHARES AND THE RESULTING DECREASE OF THE CAPITAL STOCK. | | Management | | | | |
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E2 | | APPOINTMENT OF DELEGATES WHO WILL CARRY OUT AND FORMALIZE THE RESOLUTIONS ADOPTED AT THIS MEETING. | | Management | | | | |
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ZIMMER HOLDINGS, INC. |
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Security | | 98956P102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ZMH | | Meeting Date | | 04-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US98956P1021 | | Agenda | | 933017091 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: BETSY J. BERNARD | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MARC N. CASPER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID C. DVORAK | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT A. HAGEMANN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ARTHUR J. HIGGINS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CECIL B. PICKETT, PH.D. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: AUGUSTUS A. WHITE, III, M.D., PH.D. | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF APPOINTMENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVAL OF THE 2009 STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | APPROVAL OF AN EXTENSION OF THE STOCK PLAN FOR NON-EMPLOYEE DIRECTORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | APPROVAL OF AN EXTENSION OF THE RESTATED DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN FOR NON-EMPLOYEE DIRECTORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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ABB LTD |
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Security | | 000375204 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ABB | | Meeting Date | | 05-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US0003752047 | | Agenda | | 933058059 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
2A | | APPROVAL OF THE ANNUAL REPORT, THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS, AND THE ANNUAL FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
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2B | | CONSULATIVE VOTE ON THE 2008 REMUNERATION REPORT. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | DISCHARGE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND THE PERSONS ENTRUSTED WITH MANAGEMENT. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | APPROPRIATION OF AVAILABLE EARNINGS AND RELEASE OF LEGAL RESERVES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | RENEWAL OF AUTHORIZED SHARE CAPITAL. | | Management | | For | | For |
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06 | | CAPITAL REDUCTION THROUGH NOMINAL VALUE REPAYMENT. | | Management | | For | | For |
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07 | | AMENDMENT TO THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION RELATED TO THE CAPITAL REDUCTION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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8A | | ELECTIONS TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTOR: HUBERTUS VON GRUNBERG, GERMAN, RE-ELECT AS DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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8B | | ELECTIONS TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTOR: ROGER AGNELLI, BRAZILIAN, RE-ELECT AS DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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8C | | ELECTIONS TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTOR: LOUIS R. HUGHES, AMERICAN, RE-ELECT AS DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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8D | | ELECTIONS TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTOR: HANS ULRICH MARKI, SWISS, RE-ELECT AS DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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8E | | ELECTIONS TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTOR: MICHEL DE ROSEN, FRENCH, RE-ELECT AS DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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8F | | ELECTIONS TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTOR: MICHAEL TRESCHOW, SWEDISH, RE-ELECT AS DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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8G | | ELECTIONS TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTOR: BERND W. VOSS, GERMAN, RE-ELECT AS DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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8H | | ELECTIONS TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTOR: JACOB WALLENBERG, SWEDISH, RE-ELECT AS DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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09 | | ELECTION OF THE AUDITORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.ON AKTIENGESELLSCHAFT EON, DUESSELDORF |
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Security | | D24914133 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 06-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | DE000ENAG999 | | Agenda | | 701852914 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | AS A CONDITION OF VOTING, GERMAN MARKET REGULATIONS REQUIRE THAT YOU DISCLOSE WHETHER YOU HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST IN THIS COMPANY. SHOULD EITHER BE THE CASE, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE SO THAT WE MAY LODGE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS ACCORDINGLY. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST, SUBMIT YOUR VOTE AS NORMAL. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THESE SHARES MAY BE BLOCKED DEPENDING ON SOME SUBCUSTODIANS’ PROCESSING IN THE MARKET. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE TO OBTAIN BLOCKING INFORMATION FOR YOUR ACCOUNTS. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Presentation of the financial statements and annual report for the 2008 FY with the report of the Supervisory Board, the group financial statements and group annual report, and the report pursuant to sections 289[4] and 315[4] of the German Commercial Code | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2. | | Resolution on the appropriation of the distribute profit of EUR 2,856,795,549 as follows: payment of a dividend of EUR 1.50 per no par share ex-dividend and payable date: 05 MAY 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Ratification of the Acts of the Board of Managing Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Ratification of the Acts of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Election of Mr. Jens P. Heyerdahl D.Y. to the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.A | | Election of the auditor for the 2009 financial year as well as for the inspection of financial statements: PricewaterhouseCoopers Aktiengesellschaft Wirtschaftspruefungsgesellschaft, Duesseldorf, is appointed as the auditor for the annual as well as the consolidated financial statements for the 2009 financial year. | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.B | | Election of the auditor for the 2009 financial year as well as for the inspection of financial statements: in addition, PricewaterhouseCoopers Aktiengesellschaft Wirtschaftspruefungsgesellschaft, Duesseldorf, is appointed as the auditor for the inspection of the abbreviated financial statements and the interim management report for the first half of the 2009 financial year. | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Renewal of the authorization to acquire own shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Resolution on the creation of authorized capital and the corresponding amendment to the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
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9.A | | Resolution on the authorization to issue convertible and/or warrant bonds , profit-sharing rights and/or participating bonds, the creation of contingent capital, and the corresponding amendment to the Articles of Association a) authorization I: the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized, with the con sent of the Supervisory Board, to issue bonds or profit-sharing rights of up to EUR 5,000,000,000, conferring convertible and/or option rights for shares of the Company, on or before 05 MAY 2014 shareholders shall be granted subscription except, for residual amounts, for the granting of such rights to other bondholders, and for the issue of bonds conferring convertible and/or option rights for shares of the company of up to 10% of the share capital if such bonds are issued at a price not materially below their theoretical market value shareholders’ subscription rights shall also be excluded for the issue o f profit-sharing rights and/or participating bonds without convertible or option rights with debenture like features, the Company’s share capital shall be increased accordingly by up to EUR 175,000,000 through the issue of up to 175,000,000 new registered shares, insofar as convertible and/or option rights are exercised [contingent capital 2009 I] | | Management | | For | | For |
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9.B | | Resolution on the authorization to issue convertible and/or warrant bonds , profit-sharing rights and/or participating bonds, the creation of contingent capital, and the corresponding amendment to the Articles of Association b) authorization ii: the board of Managing Directors shall be authorized, with the consent of the Supervisory Board, to issue bonds or profit-sharing rights of up to EUR 5,000,000,000, conferring convertible and/or option rights for shares of the company, on or before 05 May 2014, shareholders shall be granted subscription except, for residual amounts, for the granting of such rights to other bondholders, and for the issue of bonds conferring convertible and/or option rights for shares of the company of up to 10 pct. of the share capital if such bonds are issued at a price not materially below their theoretical market value, shareholders’ subscription rights shall also be excluded for the issue o f profit-sharing rights and/or participating bonds without convertible or option rights with debenture-like features, the Company’s share capital shall be increased accordingly by up to EUR 175,000,000 through the issue of up to 175,000,000 new registered shares, insofar as convertible and/or option rights are exercised [contingent capital 2009 II] | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Adjustment of the object of the Company and the corresponding amendment to the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
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11.A | | Amendments to the Articles of Association in accordance with the implementation of the shareholders’ rights act [ARUG] a) amendment to section 19[2]2 of the Articles of Association in respect of the Board of Directors being authorized to allow the audiovisual transmission of the shareholders’ meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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11.B | | Amendments to the Articles of Association in accordance with the implementation of the shareholders’ rights act [ARUG] b) amendment to section 20[1] of the Articles of Association in respect of proxy-voting instructions being issued in written or electronically in a manner defined by the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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11.C | | Amendments to the Articles of Association in accordance with the implementation of the shareholders’ rights act [ARUG] c) amendment to section 18[2] of the Articles of Association in respect of shareholders being entitled to participate and vote at the shareholders’ meeting if they register with the Company by the sixth day prior to the meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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12. | | Approval of the control and profit transfer agreement with the Company’s wholly-owned subsidiary, E.ON Einundzwanzigste Verwaltungs GMBH, effective until at least 31 DEC 2013 | | Management | | For | | For |
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13. | | Approval of the control and profit transfer agreement with the Company’s wholly-owned subsidiary, E.On Zweiundzwanzigste Verwaltungs Gmbh, effective until at least 31 DEC 2013 | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | COUNTER PROPOSALS HAVE BEEN RECEIVED FOR THIS MEETING. A LINK TO THE COUNTER PROPOSAL INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE IN THE MATERIAL URL SECTION OF THE APPLICATION. IF YOU WISH TO ACT ON THESE ITEMS, YOU WILL NEED TO REQUEST A MEETING ATTEND AND VOTE YOUR SHARES AT THE COMPANYS MEETING. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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ONLINE RESOURCES CORPORATION |
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Security | | 68273G101 | | Meeting Type | | Contested-Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ORCC | | Meeting Date | | 06-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US68273G1013 | | Agenda | | 933004587 - Opposition |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 JOHN DORMAN | | | | For | | * |
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| | 2 EDWARD D. HOROWITZ | | | | For | | * |
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| | 3 BRUCE A. JAFFE | | | | Withheld | | * |
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02 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | * |
* | Management Position Unknown |
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ONLINE RESOURCES CORPORATION |
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Security | | 68273G101 | | Meeting Type | | Contested-Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ORCC | | Meeting Date | | 06-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US68273G1013 | | Agenda | | 933009551 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 MICHAEL H. HEATH | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 2 JANEY A. PLACE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 J. HEIDI ROIZEN | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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2 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS FOR THE COMPANY’S YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | |
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ONLINE RESOURCES CORPORATION |
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Security | | 68273G101 | | Meeting Type | | Contested-Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ORCC | | Meeting Date | | 06-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US68273G1013 | | Agenda | | 933016392 - Opposition |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 JOHN DORMAN | | | | For | | * |
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| | 2 EDWARD D. HOROWITZ | | | | For | | * |
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| | 3 BRUCE A. JAFFE | | | | For | | * |
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02 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | * |
* | Management Position Unknown |
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EMC CORPORATION |
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Security | | 268648102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | EMC | | Meeting Date | | 06-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US2686481027 | | Agenda | | 933017748 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MICHAEL W. BROWN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RANDOLPH L. COWEN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MICHAEL J. CRONIN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GAIL DEEGAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN R. EGAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: W. PAUL FITZGERALD | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: EDMUND F. KELLY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WINDLE B. PRIEM | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PAUL SAGAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID N. STROHM | | Management | | For | | For |
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1K | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOSEPH M. TUCCI | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY SELECTION BY AUDIT COMMITTEE OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS EMC’S INDEPENDENT AUDITORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO EMC’S EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN TO INCREASE SHARES AVAILABLE BY 30 MILLION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO EMC’S BYLAWS TO REDUCE THE PERCENTAGE OF SHARES REQUIRED FOR SHAREHOLDERS TO CALL A SPECIAL MEETING. | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | TO ACT UPON A SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL RELATING TO AN ADVISORY VOTE ON EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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IDEXX LABORATORIES, INC. |
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Security | | 45168D104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | IDXX | | Meeting Date | | 06-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US45168D1046 | | Agenda | | 933020101 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 WILLIAM T. END | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 BARRY C. JOHNSON, PHD | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 BRIAN P. MCKEON | | | | For | | For |
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2 | | ADOPTION OF THE IDEXX LABORATORIES, INC. 2009 STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN. TO APPROVE AND ADOPT THE 2009 STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN (PROPOSAL TWO); | | Management | | For | | For |
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3 | | AMENDMENT TO IDEXX LABORATORIES, INC. 1997 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN. TO APPROVE AND ADOPT A PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO OUR 1997 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF SHARES AUTHORIZED FOR ISSUANCE UNDER THE PLAN FROM 1,240,000 SHARES TO 1,590,000 SHARES (PROPOSAL THREE); | | Management | | For | | For |
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4 | | RATIFICATION OF APPOINTMENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. TO RATIFY THE SELECTION BY THE AUDIT COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE CURRENT FISCAL YEAR (PROPOSAL FOUR); AND | | Management | | For | | For |
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5 | | OTHER BUSINESS. TO CONDUCT SUCH OTHER BUSINESS AS MAY PROPERLY COME BEFORE THE ANNUAL MEETING. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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AMERICAN TOWER CORPORATION |
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Security | | 029912201 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | AMT | | Meeting Date | | 06-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US0299122012 | | Agenda | | 933022749 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RAYMOND P. DOLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RONALD M. DYKES | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CAROLYN F. KATZ | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GUSTAVO LARA CANTU | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOANN A. REED | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PAMELA D.A. REEVE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID E. SHARBUTT | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JAMES D. TAICLET, JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: SAMME L. THOMPSON | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE SELECTION OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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ADIDAS AG |
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Security | | D0066B102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 07-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | DE0005003404 | | Agenda | | 701853132 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | AS A CONDITION OF VOTING, GERMAN MARKET REGULATIONS REQUIRE THAT YOU DISCLOSE-WHETHER YOU HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST IN THIS COMPANY. SHOULD EITHER BE THE CASE, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE SO THAT WE MAY LODGE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS ACCORDINGLY. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST, SUBMIT YOUR VOTE AS NORMAL. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THE TRUE RECORD DATE FOR THIS MEETING IS 16 APR 2009, WHEREAS THE MEETING HAS BEEN SETUP USING THE ACTUAL RECORD DATE - 1 BUSINESS DAY. THIS IS DONE TO ENSURE THAT ALL POSITIONS REPORTED ARE IN CONCURRENCE WITH THE GERMAN LAW. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Presentation of the financial statements and annual report for the 2008 FY with the report of the Supervisory Board, the Group financial statements and Group annual report, and the report pursuant to Sections 289(4) and 315(4) of the German Commercial Code | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2. | | Resolution on the appropriation of the distribution profit of EUR 237,409,047.08 as follows: payment of a dividend of EUR 0.50 per no-par share EUR 140,651,291.08 shall be carried forward Ex-dividend and payable date: 08 MAY 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Ratification of the acts of the Board of Managing Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Ratification of the acts of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.1. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Dr. Stefan Jentzsch | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.2. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Mr. Igor Landau | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.3. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Mr. Willi Schwerdtle | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.4. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Mr. Christian Tourres | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.5. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Mr. Herbert Kauffmann | | Management | | For | | For |
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5.6. | | Elections to the Supervisory Board: Mr. Alexander Popow | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Amendment to Section 21(2) of the Articles of Association in accordance with the implementation of the Shareholders Rights Act (ARUG) in respect of proxy-voting instructions being issued in writing or via fax | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Amendments to Section 22 of the Articles of Association in respect of the Chairman of the shareholders meeting shall be authorized to limit share holder questions and remarks to a reasonable amount of time | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Resolution on the creation of new authorized capital and the corresponding amendment to the Articles of association, the existing authorization to increase the share capital by up to EUR 64,062,500 shall be revoked, the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized, with the consent of the Supervisory Board, to increase the share capital by up to EUR 50,000,000 through the issue of new shares against cash payment, during a period of 5 years [authorized capital 2009/I], shareholders subscription rights may be excluded for residual amounts | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Resolution on the creation of new authorized capital and the corresponding amendment to the Articles of Association, the existing authorization to increase the share capital by up to EUR 12,000,000 shall be revoked, the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized, with the consent of the Supervisory Board, to increase the share capital by up to EUR 25,000,000 through the issue of new shares against payment in kind, during a period of 3 years [authorized capital 2009/II], the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized to decide upon the exclusion of shareholders subscription rights | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Renewal of the authorization to acquire own shares the Company shall be authorized to acquire own shares of up to 10% of its share capital, through the stock exchange at a price not differing more than 10% from the market price of the shares or by way of public repurchase offer at a price neither more than 10% above, nor more than 20% below, the market price of the shares, on or before 06 NOV 2010, the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized to offer the shares on the stock exchange or to all shareholders, to dispose of the shares in a manner other than the stock exchange or rights offering if the shares are sold at a price not materially below their market price, to use the shares in connection with mergers or the acquisition of tangible or intangible assets, to use the shares for satisfying option and conversion rights or within the scope of the Company’s stock option plan, and to ret ire the shares, furthermore, the Company shall also be authorized to use the shares for remuneration purposes | | Management | | For | | For |
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11. | | Authorization to acquire own shares by using derivatives in connection with item 10, the Company shall also be authorized to acquire own shares by using derivatives at a price neither more than 10% above, nor more than 20% below, the market price of the shares, the authorization shall be limited to up to 5% of the share capital | | Management | | For | | For |
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12. | | Appointment of the Auditors, audit of the financial statements for the 2009 FY: KPMG AG, Frankfurt, review of the interim financial statements for the first half of the 2009 FY: KPMG AG, Frankfurt | | Management | | For | | For |
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AAREAL BANK AG, WIESBADEN |
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Security | | D00379111 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 07-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | DE0005408116 | | Agenda | | 701869173 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | AS A CONDITION OF VOTING, GERMAN MARKET REGULATIONS REQUIRE THAT YOU DISCLOSE-WHETHER YOU HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST IN THIS COMPANY. SHOULD EITHER BE THE CASE, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE SO THAT WE MAY LODGE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS ACCORDINGLY. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST, SUBMIT YOUR VOTE AS NORMAL. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THE TRUE RECORD DATE FOR THIS MEETING IS 16 APR 2009, WHEREAS THE MEETING HAS BEEN SETUP USING THE ACTUAL RECORD DATE - 1 BUSINESS DAY. THIS IS DONE TO ENSURE THAT ALL POSITIONS REPORTED ARE IN CONCURRENCE WITH THE GERMAN LAW. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Presentation of the financial statements and annual report for the 2008 FY with the report of the Supervisory Board, the group financial statements, the group annual report and the reports pursuant to Sections 289(4) and 315(4) of the German Commercial Code | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2. | | Resolution of the appropriation of the distributable profit of EUR 4,000,000 as follows: EUR 4,000,000 shall be allocated to the other revenue reserves | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Ratification of the acts of the Board of the Managing Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Ratification of the acts of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Appointment of the Auditors for the 2009 FY: PricewaterhouseCoopers AG, Frankfurt | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Renewal of the authorization to acquire own shares for trading purposes the Company shall be authorized to acquired own shares, at a price not deviating more than 10% from the market price of the shares, on or before 06 NOV 2010; the trading portfolio of shares acquired for such purpose shall not exceed 5% of the share capital at the end of any given day | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Renewal of the authorization to acquire own shares the Company shall be authorized to acquire own shares of up to 10% of its share capital, at prices not deviating more than 10% from the market price of the shares, on or before 06 NOV 2010; the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized to sell the shares on the Stock Exchange or to offer them to all shareholders, to dispose of the shares in a manner other than the Stock Exchange or an offer to all shareholders if the shares are sold at a price not materially below their market price, to use the shares in connection with mergers and acquisitions or for satisfying conversion or option rights, to offer the shares to holders of conversion or rights and to retire the shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Amendment to Section 9(5) of the Articles of Association, as follows: each member of the Supervisory Board shall receive a fixed annual remuneration of EUR 20,000, the Chairman shall receive twice, and the Deputy Chairman 1 and a half times, this amount; furthermore, each Committee Member [except members of the nomination committee and the urgency Committee] shall receive an additional fixed annual remuneration of EUR 10,000; Committee Chairmen EUR 20,000 | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Amendment to Section 18(1)3 of the Article of Association in respect of the increase of share capital against contributions requiring a majority of not less than three fourths of the share capital represented at the passing of the resolution | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Amendments to the Articles of Association in accordance with the Law on the implementation of the shareholder Rights Directive [ARUG], as follows: Section 15(1), in respect of the convocation of the shareholders meeting being published pursuant to the statutory regulations Section 15(2), in respect of shareholders being entitled to participate and vote at the shareholders meeting if they register with the Company by the sixth day prior to the meeting and provide evidence of their shareholding Section 15(3), in respect of the day of the shareholders meeting not being included in the calculation of the various deadlines for the shareholders meeting Section 16(2), in respect of proxy-voting instructions being issued/withdrawn in written form Section 19(2), in respect of the Board of Managing Directors being authorized to allow the audiovisual transmission of the shareholders meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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PPR SA, PARIS |
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Security | | F7440G127 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 07-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000121485 | | Agenda | | 701876875 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | “French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative” | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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o.1 | | Receive the reports of the Board of Directors, the Chairman of the Board of Director and the Auditors, approve the Company’s financial statements for the YE 2008, as presented | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Receive the reports of the Board of Directors and the Auditors; approve the consolidated financial statements for the said FY, in the form presented to the meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve the Company’s financial statements as presented, showing: net earnings of EUR 76,521,207.80 increased by the previous retained earning of EUR 1,624,687,687.06 i.e a distributable profit balance of EUR 1,701,208,894.96 and resolve to appropriate the distributable earnings as specified: to the legal reserve: EUR 0.00, to the dividends: EUR 417,632,744.10, to the retained earnings: EUR 1,283,576,150.76; receive a net dividend of EUR 3.30 per share and will entitle to the 40% deduction provided by the French General Tax Code, the dividend will be paid on 14 MAY 2009, the amount of the unpaid dividend on shares held by the Company shall be allocated to the retained earnings account as required by Law, it is reminded that, for the last 3 financial years, the dividends paid, were as specified: EUR 2.72, distributed in 2006 and entitled to the 40% deduction, EUR 3.00, distributed in 2007 and entitled to the 10% deduction EUR 3.45, distributed in 2008 and entitled to the 40% deduction | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Approve the award total annual fees of EUR 66,000.00 to the Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to trade in the Company’s shares on the stock market, subject to the conditions specified: maximum purchase price: EUR 125.00, maximum number of shares to be acquired: 10% of the share capital, i.e. 12,655,537 shares, maximum funds invested in the share buybacks: EUR 1,581,942,125.00, the number of shares acquired by the Company with a view to their retention or their subsequent delivery in payment or exchange as part of a merger, divestment or capital contribution cannot exceed 5% of its capital, to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; [Authority expires after 18 month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders meeting of 09 JAN 2008 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.6 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to reduce the share capital, on one or more occasions and at its sole discretion, by canceling all or part of the shares held by the Company in connection with Article L.225-2 of the French Commercial Code, up too a maximum of 10% of the share capital over a 24 month period and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; [Authority is given for a 26 month period]; it supercedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders’ meeting of 14 MAY 2007 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.7 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase on one or more occasions, in France or abroad, the share capital, by issuance with the shareholder’ preferred subscription rights maintained, of shares and, or any securities giving access to capital securities and, or securities giving right to the allocation of debt securities; the maximum nominal amount of capital increases to be carried out under this delegation of authority shall not exceed EUR 200,000.000.00 nominal amount of debt securities issued shall not exceed EUR 6,000,000,000.00 and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; [Authority is given for a 26 month period]; it supercedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders’ meeting of 14 MAY 2007 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.8 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase on one or more occasions, in France or abroad and, or upon the international market, by way of a public offer or by an offer governed by Article L.411-2 of the French monetary and financial market, the share capital, by issuance, with cancellation of the preferential subscription rights, of shares and, or any securities giving access to capital securities and, or securities giving right to the allocation of debt securities; the maximum nominal amount of capital increases to be carried our under this delegation of authority shall not exceed EUR 200,000,000.00 the nominal amount of Debt Securities issued shall not exceed 6,000,000,000.00; authorize the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; [Authority is given for a 26 month period]; it supercedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders’ meeting of 14 MAY 2007 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.9 | | Authorize the Board of Directors in order to increase the share capital, in one or more occasions and at its sole discretion, by way of capitalizing reserves, profits or issue premiums, by issuing bonus shares or raising the par value off existing shares, or by a combination of these methods; the amount of capital increase which may be carried accordingly with the present Resolution shall not exceed the overall amount of the sums which may be capitalized and shall not exceed the overall ceiling set fourth in Resolution 12; authorize the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; this delegation is given of a 26 month period; it supersedes the fraction unused of the delegation grated by the shareholders’ meeting of 14 MAY 2007 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.10 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to set for the issues carried out in accordance with Resolution 8, the issue price of the shares or securities giving access to the capital, accordingly with the terms and conditions determined by the shareholders’ meeting, within the limit of 10% of the Company’s share capital per year, in the framework of a share capital increase by way of issuing shares with cancellation of the preferential subscription rights; this authorization is give for a 26-month period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.11 | | Authorize the Board of Director, according with the delegation granted to it virtue the of resolution 7, 8 and 10, to increase the number of securities to be issued in the event of a capital increase with or without preferential subscription right of shareholders at the same price as the initial issue, within 30 days of the closing of the subscription period and within the limit governed by the Article L 225 -135-1 and R 225-118 of the French Commercial Code and within the limit set forth the number of securities | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.12 | | Approve that, the overall nominal amount pertaining to the capital increase to be carried out with the use of the delegation given by the resolutions 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11 shall not exceed EUR 200,0000,000,00 the issues of debt securities to be carried out with the use of the delegation given by the resolution 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11 shall not exceed EUR 6,000,000,000,00 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.13 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital with cancellation of the shareholders preferential subscription rights up to 10 % of the share capital [this ceiling of resolution 12 of present shareholders, meeting in consideration for the contribution in kind granted to the Company and comprised of capital securities or securities giving access to share capital this authorizations granted for a 26 month period the shareholders’ meeting delegates all powers to the Board of Director to takes all necessary measure and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.14 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital, on one or more occasions, at its sole discretion, by way of issuing shares or other securities giving access to the capital, in favour of employees and former employees of the Company and related Companies or groups, who are Members of a Company savings plan; authorization is given for a nominal amount that shall not exceed EUR 5,062, 215.00; the total number of shares which may be subscribed accordingly with the present resolution shall not exceed 1,265,553 shares; authorize the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; this authorization is given for a 26-month period; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders’ meeting of 14 MAY 2007 | | Management | | For | | For |
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e.15 | | Amend Article 10 of the bylaws related to the spreading renewal of the Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.16 | | Appoint Mr. Pierre Bellon as the Director for a 2-year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.17 | | Appoint Mr. Allan Chapin as the Director for a 2-year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.18 | | Appoint Mr. Luca Cordero as the Director for a 3-years period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.19 | | Appoint Mr. Philippe Lagayette as the Director for a 3-years period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.20 | | Appoint Mr. Francois-Henripinault as the Director for 4-years period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.21 | | Appoint Mrs. Patricia Barbizet as the Director for 4-years period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.22 | | Appoint Mr. Baudouin Prot as the Director for 4-years period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.23 | | Appoint Mr. Jean-Philippe Thierrry as the Director for 4-years period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.24 | | Appoint Mr. Aditya Mittal as the Director for 4-years period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.25 | | Appoint Mr. Jean-Francois Palus as the Director for 4-years period | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.26 | | Grant authority to the bearer of an original, a copy or extract of the minutes of this meeting to carry out all filings, publications and so others formalities prescribed by Law | | Management | | For | | For |
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RECKITT BENCKISER GROUP PLC |
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Security | | G74079107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 07-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | GB00B24CGK77 | | Agenda | | 701878095 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Adopt the 2008 report and the financial statements | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the Directors’ remuneration report | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Declare a final dividend | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Re-elect Mr. Adrian Bellamy [Member of the remuneration committee] as a Director | | Management | | Abstain | | Against |
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5. | | Re-elect Dr. Peter Harf as a Director | | Management | | Abstain | | Against |
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6. | | Elect Mr. Andre Lacroix [Member of Audit Committee] as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Re-appoint PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as the Auditors of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Authorize the Board to determine the Auditors’ remuneration | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Grant authority to issue of equity or equity-linked securities with the pre-emptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of GBP 23,662,000 | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.10 | | Grant authority, subject to the passing of Resolution 9, to issue of equity or equity-linked securities without the pre-emptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of GBP 3,611,000 | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.10 | | Grant authority to market purchase 72,000,000 ordinary shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.12 | | Approve that a general meeting other than an AGM may be called on not less than 14 clear days’ notice | | Management | | For | | For |
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UNITED PARCEL SERVICE, INC. |
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Security | | 911312106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | UPS | | Meeting Date | | 07-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US9113121068 | | Agenda | | 933014007 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 F. DUANE ACKERMAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 MICHAEL J. BURNS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 D. SCOTT DAVIS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 STUART E. EIZENSTAT | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 MICHAEL L. ESKEW | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 WILLIAM R. JOHNSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 ANN M. LIVERMORE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 RUDY MARKHAM | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 JOHN W. THOMPSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 10 CAROL B. TOME | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS UPS’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVAL OF THE UNITED PARCEL SERVICE, INC. 2009 OMNIBUS INCENTIVE COMPENSATION PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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BEMIS COMPANY, INC. |
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Security | | 081437105 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | BMS | | Meeting Date | | 07-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US0814371052 | | Agenda | | 933016950 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 WILLIAM J. BOLTON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 BARBARA L. JOHNSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 PAUL S. PEERCY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 GENE C. WULF | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP, AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO ACT ON A PROPOSAL TO REAPPROVE THE BEMIS COMPANY, INC. 1997 EXECUTIVE OFFICER PERFORMANCE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | TO ACT ON A PROPOSAL TO AMEND THE BEMIS COMPANY, INC. 2007 STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | TO VOTE UPON A PROPOSAL SUBMITTED BY A SHAREHOLDER, IF PROPERLY PRESENTED AT THE MEETING. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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GOOGLE INC. |
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Security | | 38259P508 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | GOOG | | Meeting Date | | 07-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US38259P5089 | | Agenda | | 933017178 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 ERIC SCHMIDT | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 SERGEY BRIN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 LARRY PAGE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 L. JOHN DOERR | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 JOHN L. HENNESSY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 ARTHUR D. LEVINSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 ANN MATHER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 PAUL S. OTELLINI | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 K. RAM SHRIRAM | | | | For | | For |
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| | 10 SHIRLEY M. TILGHMAN | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS GOOGLE’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO GOOGLE’S 2004 STOCK PLAN TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF AUTHORIZED SHARES OF CLASS A COMMON STOCK ISSUABLE UNDER THE PLAN BY 8,500,000. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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04 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING POLITICAL CONTRIBUTION DISCLOSURE. | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING INTERNET CENSORSHIP. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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06 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING HEALTH CARE REFORM. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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HEXCEL CORPORATION |
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Security | | 428291108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | HXL | | Meeting Date | | 07-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US4282911084 | | Agenda | | 933021533 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 JOEL S. BECKMAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 DAVID E. BERGES | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 LYNN BRUBAKER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 JEFFREY C. CAMPBELL | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 SANDRA L. DERICKSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 W. KIM FOSTER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 JEFFREY A. GRAVES | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 DAVID C. HILL | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 DAVID C. HURLEY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 10 DAVID L. PUGH | | | | For | | For |
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2 | | APPROVAL OF THE AMENDED AND RESTATED HEXCEL CORPORATION 2003 INCENTIVE STOCK PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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3 | | APPROVAL OF THE HEXCEL CORPORATION 2009 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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4 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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TRACTOR SUPPLY COMPANY |
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Security | | 892356106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | TSCO | | Meeting Date | | 07-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US8923561067 | | Agenda | | 933023359 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 JAMES F. WRIGHT | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 JOHNSTON C. ADAMS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 WILLIAM BASS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 JACK C. BINGLEMAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 S.P. BRAUD | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 RICHARD W. FROST | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 CYNTHIA T. JAMISON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 GERARD E. JONES | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 GEORGE MACKENZIE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 10 EDNA K. MORRIS | | | | For | | For |
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2 | | TO APPROVE THE 2009 STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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3 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 26, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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SBA COMMUNICATIONS CORPORATION |
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Security | | 78388J106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | SBAC | | Meeting Date | | 07-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US78388J1060 | | Agenda | | 933024046 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 BRIAN C. CARR 2012 | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE 2009 FISCAL YEAR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | IN THEIR DISCRETION, TO TRANSACT SUCH OTHER BUSINESS AS MAY PROPERLY COME BEFORE THE MEETING AND ANY ADJOURNMENT OR POSTPONEMENT. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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MYLAN INC. |
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Security | | 628530107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | MYL | | Meeting Date | | 07-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US6285301072 | | Agenda | | 933035354 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 MILAN PUSKAR | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 ROBERT J. COURY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 WENDY CAMERON | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 4 NEIL DIMICK, C.P.A. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 DOUG LEECH, C.P.A. | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 6 JOSEPH C. MAROON, MD | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 7 RODNEY L. PIATT, C.P.A. | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 8 C.B. TODD | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 R.L. VANDERVEEN PHD RPH | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE COMPANY’S ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION TO INCREASE AUTHORIZED SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE COMPANY’S 2003 LONG-TERM INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE COMPANY’S BYLAWS REGARDING VOTING IN UNCONTESTED DIRECTOR ELECTIONS. | | Management | | For | | |
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05 | | RATIFY APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. | | Management | | For | | For |
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WEATHERFORD INTERNATIONAL LTD |
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Security | | H27013103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | WFT | | Meeting Date | | 07-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | CH0038838394 | | Agenda | | 933056182 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: BERNARD J. DUROC-DANNER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID J. BUTTERS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: NICHOLAS F. BRADY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WILLIAM E. MACAULAY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT B. MILLARD | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT K. MOSES, JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT A. RAYNE | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009 AND RATIFICATION OF THE ELECTION OF ERNST & YOUNG AG, ZURICH AS STATUTORY AUDITOR FOR YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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EQUIFAX INC. |
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Security | | 294429105 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | EFX | | Meeting Date | | 08-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US2944291051 | | Agenda | | 933022977 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 MARK L. FEIDLER | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 2 JOHN A. MCKINLEY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 RICHARD F. SMITH | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFY THE SELECTION OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS EQUIFAX’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | AMEND THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION AND BYLAWS TO DECLASSIFY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | AMEND THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION TO PROVIDE FOR MAJORITY VOTING IN UNCONTESTED DIRECTOR ELECTIONS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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MARINER ENERGY, INC. |
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Security | | 56845T305 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ME | | Meeting Date | | 11-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US56845T3059 | | Agenda | | 933040052 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 BERNARD ARONSON | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 2 H. CLAYTON PETERSON | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF SELECTION OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS INDEPENDENT AUDITORS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVAL OF THE MARINER ENERGY, INC. THIRD AMENDED AND RESTATED STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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BAYER AG, LEVERKUSEN |
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Security | | D07112119 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 12-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | DE0005752000 | | Agenda | | 701832998 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | AS A CONDITION OF VOTING, GERMAN MARKET REGULATIONS REQUIRE THAT YOU DISCLOSE WHETHER YOU HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST IN THIS COMPANY. SHOULD EITHER BE THE CASE, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE SO THAT WE MAY LODGE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS ACCORDINGLY. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST, SUBMIT YOUR VOTE AS NORMAL. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THE TRUE RECORD DATE FOR THIS MEETING IS 21 APR 2009, WHEREAS THE MEETING HAS BEEN SETUP USING THE ACTUAL RECORD DATE 1 BUSINESS DAY. THIS IS DONE TO ENSURE THAT ALL POSITIONS REPORTED ARE IN CONCURRENCE WITH THE GERMAN LAW. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Presentation of the financial statements and annual report for the 2008 FY with the report of the Supervisory Board, the group financial statements and group annual report as well as the report by the Board of Managing Directors and the proposal for the appropriation of the distributable profit resolution on the appropriation of the distributable profit of EUR 1,070,080,515 as follows: payment of a dividend of EUR 1.40 per no-par share the remaining amount shall be carried forward, ex-dividend and payable date: 13 MAY 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Ratification of the acts of the Board of Managing Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Ratification of the acts of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Authorization to acquire own shares the Company shall be authorized to acquire own shares of up to 10% of the Company’s share capital through the Stock Exchange or by way of a public repurchase offer to all shareholders, at prices not deviating more than 10% from the market price of the shares, on or before 11 NOV 2010; the shares may be acquired by the Company’s subsidiaries or by third parties on the Company’s own account; the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized to dispose of the shares in a manner other than through the Stock Exchange or by way of a public offer to all shareholders, at a price not materially below the market price of the shares , for up to 10% of the Company’s share capital; the Board of Managing Directors shall be authorized, with the consent of the Supervisory Board, to use the shares in connection with mergers and acquisitions, as Employee shares for Employees and executives of the Company and its affiliates, and to retire the shares, in these cases shareholders subscription rights shall be excluded | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Resolution on the conversion of bearer shares into registered shares, the corresponding amendments to the Articles of Association and the adjustment of resolutions adopted by the shareholders meeting in 2008; the shares of the Bayer AG shall be converted from bearer into registered shares; therefore, Section 4(1) ,(2),(3),(5) and (6) and Section 15 (1) and (2) of the Articles of Association and the Resolutions under item 5A, 6A and 6B adopted by the shareholders meetings in 2008 shall be amended in respect of bearer shares being replaced by registered shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Approval of the transmission of data by electronic means pursuant to Section 30(3) of the Securities Trade Act and the corresponding amendment to Section 3 of the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
7. | | Appointment of auditors for the 2009 FY and the interim report: PricewaterhouseCoopers AG, Essen | | Management | | For | | For |
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FOREST OIL CORPORATION |
| | | |
Security | | 346091705 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | FST | | Meeting Date | | 12-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US3460917053 | | Agenda | | 933021761 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 DOD A. FRASER | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 JAMES D. LIGHTNER | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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2 | | APPROVAL OF AN ADDITIONAL 500,000 SHARES FOR ISSUANCE UNDER THE FOREST OIL CORPORATION 1999 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN AND CERTAIN ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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3 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS FOREST’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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3M COMPANY |
| | | |
Security | | 88579Y101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | MMM | | Meeting Date | | 12-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US88579Y1010 | | Agenda | | 933025985 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LINDA G. ALVARADO | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GEORGE W. BUCKLEY | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: VANCE D. COFFMAN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MICHAEL L. ESKEW | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: W. JAMES FARRELL | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: HERBERT L. HENKEL | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: EDWARD M. LIDDY | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT S. MORRISON | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: AULANA L. PETERS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT J. ULRICH | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS 3M’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL ON SPECIAL MEETINGS. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
| | | | |
04 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL ON THE VESTING OF STOCK OPTIONS AND AWARDS. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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ORASURE TECHNOLOGIES, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 68554V108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | OSUR | | Meeting Date | | 12-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US68554V1089 | | Agenda | | 933027535 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 MICHAEL CELANO | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 DOUGLAS A. MICHELS | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 CHARLES W. PATRICK | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2 | | RATIFICATION OF APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL TO MODIFY MANAGEMENT INCENTIVE PLAN | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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MILLIPORE CORPORATION |
| | | |
Security | | 601073109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | MIL | | Meeting Date | | 12-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US6010731098 | | Agenda | | 933029919 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 ROLF A. CLASSON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 MARK HOFFMAN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 JOHN F. RENO | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 KAREN E. WELKE | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS MILLIPORE’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE YEAR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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CALFRAC WELL SERVICES LTD. |
| | | |
Security | | 129584108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | CFWFF | | Meeting Date | | 12-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | CA1295841086 | | Agenda | | 933038944 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 FERNANDO AGUILAR | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 JAMES S. BLAIR | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 GREGORY S. FLETCHER | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 MARTIN A. LAMBERT | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 5 RONALD P. MATHISON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 6 DOUGLAS R. RAMSAY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 7 R. T. (TIM) SWINTON | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO APPOINT PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS AUDITORS AT A REMUNERATION TO BE FIXED BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. DIRECTORS AND MANAGEMENT RECOMMEND SHAREHOLDERS VOTE FOR THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP. | | Management | | For | | For |
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DENTSPLY INTERNATIONAL INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 249030107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | XRAY | | Meeting Date | | 12-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US2490301072 | | Agenda | | 933041129 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 WENDY L DIXON, PHD | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 LESLIE A. JONES | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 BRET W. WISE | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP, INDEPENDENT ACCOUNTANTS, TO AUDIT THE BOOKS AND ACCOUNTS OF THE COMPANY FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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COMCAST CORPORATION |
| | | |
Security | | 20030N101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | CMCSA | | Meeting Date | | 13-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US20030N1019 | | Agenda | | 933019552 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 S. DECKER ANSTROM | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 2 KENNETH J. BACON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 SHELDON M. BONOVITZ | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 EDWARD D. BREEN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 5 JULIAN A. BRODSKY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 6 JOSEPH J. COLLINS | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 7 J. MICHAEL COOK | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 8 GERALD L. HASSELL | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 9 JEFFREY A. HONICKMAN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 10 BRIAN L. ROBERTS | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 11 RALPH J. ROBERTS | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 12 DR. JUDITH RODIN | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 13 MICHAEL I. SOVERN | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF INDEPENDENT AUDITORS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | APPROVAL OF OUR 2002 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN, AS AMENDED AND RESTATED | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
04 | | APPROVAL OF OUR 2002 RESTRICTED STOCK PLAN, AS AMENDED AND RESTATED | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
05 | | APPROVAL OF OUR 2003 STOCK OPTION PLAN, AS AMENDED AND RESTATED | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
06 | | IDENTIFY ALL EXECUTIVE OFFICERS WHO EARN IN EXCESS OF $500,000 | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
| | | | |
07 | | OBTAIN SHAREHOLDER APPROVAL OF CERTAIN FUTURE DEATH BENEFIT ARRANGEMENTS | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
| | | | |
08 | | ADOPT AN ANNUAL VOTE ON EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
| | | | |
09 | | ADOPT A RECAPITALIZATION PLAN | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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ECLIPSYS CORP |
| | | |
Security | | 278856109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | ECLP | | Meeting Date | | 13-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US2788561098 | | Agenda | | 933029907 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 JOHN T. CASEY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 JAY B. PIEPER | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | TO RATIFY THE SELECTION OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE CURRENT FISCAL YEAR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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UNILEVER PLC |
| | | |
Security | | 904767704 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | UL | | Meeting Date | | 13-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US9047677045 | | Agenda | | 933030417 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
A1 | | TO RECEIVE AND CONSIDER THE ACCOUNTS AND BALANCE SHEET FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2008, TOGETHER WITH THE DIRECTORS’ REPORT AND THE AUDITORS’ REPORT. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
A2 | | TO CONSIDER AND, IF THOUGHT FIT, APPROVE THE DIRECTORS’ REMUNERATION REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2008 INCLUDED WITHIN THE ANNUAL REPORT AND ACCOUNTS 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
A3 | | TO DECLARE A DIVIDEND ON THE ORDINARY SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
A4 | | TO RE-ELECT MR J A LAWRENCE AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
A5 | | TO RE-ELECT MR P G J M POLMAN AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
A6 | | TO RE-ELECT THE RT HON THE LORD BRITTAN OF SPENNITHORNE QC, DL AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
A7 | | TO RE-ELECT PROFESSOR W DIK AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
A8 | | TO RE-ELECT MR C E GOLDEN AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
A9 | | TO RE-ELECT DR B E GROTE AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
A10 | | TO RE-ELECT MR N MURTHY AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
A11 | | TO RE-ELECT MS H NYASULU AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
A12 | | TO RE-ELECT MR K J STORM AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
A13 | | TO RE-ELECT MR M TRESCHOW AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
A14 | | TO RE-ELECT MR J VAN DER VEER AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
A15 | | TO ELECT PROFESSOR L O FRESCO AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
A16 | | TO ELECT MS A M FUDGE AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
A17 | | TO ELECT MR P WALSH AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
A18 | | TO RE-APPOINT PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS AUDITORS OF THE COMPANY, TO HOLD OFFICE UNTIL THE CONCLUSION OF THE NEXT GENERAL MEETING AT WHICH ACCOUNTS ARE LAID BEFORE THE MEMBERS. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
A19 | | TO AUTHORISE THE DIRECTORS TO FIX THE REMUNERATION OF THE AUDITORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
A20 | | TO CONSIDER AND, IF THOUGHT FIT, TO PASS AN ORDINARY RESOLUTION, AS SET FORTH ON THE COMPANY NOTICE. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
A21 | | TO CONSIDER AND, IF THOUGHT FIT, TO PASS A SPECIAL RESOLUTION, AS SET FORTH ON THE COMPANY NOTICE. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
A22 | | TO CONSIDER AND, IF THOUGHT FIT, TO PASS A SPECIAL RESOLUTION, AS SET FORTH ON THE COMPANY NOTICE. | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | | | |
A23 | | TO CONSIDER AND, IF THOUGHT FIT, TO PASS AN ORDINARY RESOLUTION, AS SET FORTH ON THE COMPANY NOTICE. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
A24 | | TO CONSIDER AND, IF THOUGHT FIT, TO PASS A SPECIAL RESOLUTION, AS SET FORTH ON THE COMPANY NOTICE. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
A25 | | TO CONSIDER AND, IF THOUGHT FIT, TO PASS AN ORDINARY RESOLUTION, AS SET FORTH ON THE COMPANY NOTICE. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
026 | | TO CONSIDER AND, IF THOUGHT FIT, TO PASS AN ORDINARY RESOLUTION, AS SET FORTH ON THE COMPANY NOTICE. | | Management | | For | | For |
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TRICAN WELL SERVICE LTD. |
| | | |
Security | | 895945103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | TOLWF | | Meeting Date | | 13-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | CA8959451037 | | Agenda | | 933039504 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | TO SET THE NUMBER OF DIRECTORS OF THE COMPANY AT EIGHT (8). | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 KENNETH M. BAGAN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 DONALD R. LUFT | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 GARY R. BUGEAUD | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 DOUGLAS F. ROBINSON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 5 MURRAY L. COBBE | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 6 KEVIN L. NUGENT | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 7 G. ALLEN BROOKS | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 8 GARY L. WARREN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | THE APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP, CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS, AS AUDITORS OF THE COMPANY FOR THE ENSUING YEAR AND THE AUTHORIZATION OF THE DIRECTORS TO FIX THEIR REMUNERATION AS SUCH. | | Management | | For | | For |
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EXELIXIS, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 30161Q104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | EXEL | | Meeting Date | | 13-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US30161Q1040 | | Agenda | | 933047311 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 CHARLES COHEN, PHD. | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 GEORGE POSTE, DVM, PHD. | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 JACK L. WYSZOMIERSKI | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | TO RATIFY THE SELECTION OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS EXELIXIS’ INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JANUARY 1, 2010. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE EXELIXIS, INC. 2000 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF SHARES OF COMMON STOCK RESERVED FOR ISSUANCE UNDER THE 2000 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN BY 5,000,000 SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | TO APPROVE THE AMENDMENT AND RESTATEMENT OF THE EXELIXIS, INC. 2000 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
05 | | TO APPROVE A PROPOSED EXCHANGE OF CERTAIN OUTSTANDING STOCK OPTIONS FOR A REDUCED NUMBER OF REPLACEMENT STOCK OPTIONS TO BE GRANTED UNDER THE 2000 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN WITH AN EXERCISE PRICE EQUAL TO THE FAIR MARKET VALUE OF EXELIXIS COMMON STOCK AT THE TIME OF THE EXCHANGE. | | Management | | For | | For |
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FREIGHTCAR AMERICA INC |
| | | |
Security | | 357023100 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | RAIL | | Meeting Date | | 13-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US3570231007 | | Agenda | | 933047599 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 JAMES D. CIRAR | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 S. CARL SODERSTROM, JR. | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 ROBERT N. TIDBALL | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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CADBURY PLC |
| | | |
Security | | G1843B107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 14-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | GB00B2PF6M70 | | Agenda | | 701877423 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Receive the 2008 financial statements and the Directors’ and Auditors’ reports | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2. | | Declare and approve the final dividend | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3. | | Approve the Directors’ remuneration Report | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4. | | Re-elect Mr. Roger Carr as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5. | | Re-elect Mr. Todd Stitzer as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
6. | | Elect Mr. Baroness Hogg as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
7. | | Elect Mr. Colin Day as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
8. | | Elect Mr. Andrew Bonfield as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
9. | | Re-appoint Deloitte LLP as the Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
10. | | Authorize the Directors to set the Auditors’ fees | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
11. | | Authorize the Directors to make political donations and to incur political expenditure | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
12. | | Authorize the Directors to allot further shares | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
S.13 | | Approve to disapply pre-emption rights | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
S.14 | | Authorize the Company to purchase its own shares | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
S.15 | | Grant authority for the convening of general meetings at 14 days’ notice | | Management | | For | | For |
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LVMH MOET HENNESSY LOUIS VUITTON, PARIS |
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Security | | F58485115 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 14-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000121014 | | Agenda | | 701888767 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve the financial statements and statutory reports | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Approve to accept the consolidated financial statements and statutory reports | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.3 | | Approve the Auditors’ special report regarding related party transactions | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
O.4 | | Approve the allocation of income and dividends of EUR 1.60 per share | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.5 | | Re-elect Mr. Antoine Arnault as a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
O.6 | | Re-elect Mr. Antoine Bernheim as a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
O.7 | | Re-elect Mr. Albert Frere as a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
O.8 | | Re-elect Mr. Pierre Gode as a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
O.9 | | Re-elect Mr. Lord Powell of Bayswater as a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
O.10 | | Elect Mr. Yves-Thilbaut De Silguy as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
O.11 | | Grant authority to repurchase of up to 10% of issued share capital | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
E.12 | | Approve the reduction in share capital via cancellation of repurchased shares | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | | | |
E.13 | | Grant authority the issuance of equity or equity-linked securities with preemptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 50 million | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
E.14 | | Grant authority the issuance of equity or equity-linked securities without preemptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 50 million, with the possibility not to offer them to the public for an amount representing 20% per year | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.15 | | Approve the frame of the issuances to be decided by virtue of Resolutions 13 and 14, to increase the number of securities to be issued set forth in the issuance, in the event of an excess demand, may be increased within the limit of the ceiling set forth in the said resolutions | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.16 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to issue shares or any securities giving access to the Company’s share capital, or giving right, in the case where the equity issued is a share, to the debt securities, in consideration for securities tendered in a public exchange offer concerning the shares of another Company; [Authority expires for a 26-month period]; the maximal nominal amount of capital increases to be carried out under this delegation of authority shall not exceed EUR 50,000,000.00; the nominal amount of all capital increase carried out, or to be carried out under the delegations of the Resolutions 13, 14 and, or 17 shall count against the overall value set forth in the present delegation; to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; this authorization supersedes the 1 granted by the combined shareholders’ meeting of 10 MAY 2007 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.17 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase, on 1 and more occasions, the share capital, up to 10% of the share capital, by way of issuing shares or securities giving access to the capital or giving right, in the case where the first equity issued is a share, to a debt security, in consideration for the contributions in kind granted to the Company and comprised of capital securities or securities giving access to share capital; [Authority expires for a 26-month]; to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; this authorization supersedes the 1 granted by the shareholders’ meeting 10 MAY 2007 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.18 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to grant, in 1 or more transactions, in favor of employees or executives of the Company and related Companies, options giving the right either to subscribe for new shares in the Company to be issued through a share capital increase, or to purchase existing shares purchased by the Company, it being provided that the options shall not give rights to a total numbers of shares, which shall exceed 3% of the share capital; [Authority expires for a 38-month period]; to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; this authorization supersedes the 1 granted by the shareholders’ meeting of 11 MAY 2006 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.19 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the capital on 1 or more occasions, in France or abroad, by a maximum nominal amount which shall not exceed 3% of the share capital, in favor of employees of the Company and related Companies, who are members of the Company Savings Plan; [Authority expires for a 26-month period]; to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; the shareholders’ meeting decided to cancel the shareholders’ preferential subscription rights in favor of the said employees; this authorization supersedes the 1 granted by the combined shareholders’ meeting of 15 MAY 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.20 | | Amend item 2 of Articles 11 ‘Board of Directors’ and 23 ‘General Meetings’ of the By-Laws in order to take into account the new Clauses in accordance with the Law 2008-776 of 04 AUG 2008, know as the French Act of Economy Modernization | | Management | | For | | For |
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THE CHARLES SCHWAB CORPORATION |
| | | |
Security | | 808513105 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | SCHW | | Meeting Date | | 14-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US8085131055 | | Agenda | | 933022636 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: NANCY H. BECHTLE | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WALTER W. BETTINGER II | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: C. PRESTON BUTCHER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING DEATH BENEFITS | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING CORPORATE EXECUTIVE BONUS PLAN | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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GEN-PROBE INCORPORATED |
| | | |
Security | | 36866T103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | GPRO | | Meeting Date | | 14-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US36866T1034 | | Agenda | | 933031243 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN W. BROWN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN C. MARTIN PH.D. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: HENRY L. NORDHOFF | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE 2003 INCENTIVE AWARD PLAN OF GEN-PROBE INCORPORATED TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF SHARES OF COMMON STOCK AUTHORIZED FOR ISSUANCE THEREUNDER BY 2,500,000 SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | TO RATIFY THE SELECTION OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE INDEPENDENT AUDITORS OF GEN-PROBE INCORPORATED FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | TO APPROVE, THROUGH A NON-BINDING ADVISORY VOTE, THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ PROPOSED APPOINTMENT OF CARL W. HULL TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF GEN- PROBE INCORPORATED, EFFECTIVE MAY 18, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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CORRECTIONS CORPORATION OF AMERICA |
| | | |
Security | | 22025Y407 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | CXW | | Meeting Date | | 14-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US22025Y4070 | | Agenda | | 933033677 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 WILLIAM F. ANDREWS | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 JOHN D. FERGUSON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 DONNA M. ALVARADO | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 LUCIUS E. BURCH, III | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 5 JOHN D. CORRENTI | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 6 DENNIS W. DECONCINI | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 7 JOHN R. HORNE | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 8 C. MICHAEL JACOBI | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 9 THURGOOD MARSHALL, JR. | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 10 CHARLES L. OVERBY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 11 JOHN R. PRANN, JR. | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 12 JOSEPH V. RUSSELL | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 13 HENRI L. WEDELL | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT BY OUR AUDIT COMMITTEE OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | ADOPTION OF A STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL FOR THE COMPANY TO PROVIDE A SEMI-ANNUAL REPORT TO STOCKHOLDERS DISCLOSING CERTAIN INFORMATION WITH RESPECT TO THE COMPANY’S POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS AND EXPENDITURES. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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KENDLE INTERNATIONAL INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 48880L107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | KNDL | | Meeting Date | | 14-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US48880L1070 | | Agenda | | 933051144 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 CANDACE KENDLE | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 CHRISTOPHER C. BERGEN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 ROBERT R. BUCK | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 G. STEVEN GEIS | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 5 DONALD C. HARRISON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 6 TIMOTHY E. JOHNSON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 7 TIMOTHY M. MOONEY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 8 FREDERICK A. RUSS | | | | For | | For |
| | | | | | | | |
02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS THE COMPANY’S REGISTERED INDEPENDENT PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | TO AMEND THE COMPANY’S CODE OF REGULATIONS TO AUTHORIZE THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO AMEND THE CODE OF REGULATIONS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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DRIL-QUIP, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 262037104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | DRQ | | Meeting Date | | 14-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US2620371045 | | Agenda | | 933055976 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 LARRY E. REIMERT | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 2 GARY D. SMITH | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 L.H. DICK ROBERTSON | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
02 | | APPROVAL OF THE APPOINTMENT OF BDO SEIDMAN LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | RE-APPROVAL OF PERFORMANCE CRITERIA FOR AWARDS UNDER THE 2004 INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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QUEST DIAGNOSTICS INCORPORATED |
| | | |
Security | | 74834L100 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | DGX | | Meeting Date | | 14-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US74834L1008 | | Agenda | | 933066676 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JENNE K. BRITELL, PH.D. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GAIL R. WILENSKY, PH.D. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN B. ZIEGLER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | TO APPROVE AMENDMENTS TO THE EMPLOYEE LONG-TERM INCENTIVE PLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | TO APPROVE AMENDMENTS TO THE LONG-TERM INCENTIVE PLAN FOR NON-EMPLOYEE DIRECTORS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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COMMERZBANK AG, FRANKFURT A/MAIN |
| | | |
Security | | D15642107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 15-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | DE0008032004 | | Agenda | | 701882727 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | AS A CONDITION OF VOTING, GERMAN MARKET REGULATIONS REQUIRE THAT YOU DISCLOSE WHETHER YOU HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST IN THIS COMPANY. SHOULD EITHER BE THE CASE, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE SO THAT WE MAY LODGE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS ACCORDINGLY. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST, SUBMIT YOUR VOTE AS NORMAL. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THE TRUE RECORD DATE FOR THIS MEETING IS 24 APR 2009, WHEREAS THE MEETING HAS BEEN SETUP USING THE ACTUAL RECORD DATE - 1 BUSINESS DAY. THIS IS DONE TO ENSURE THAT ALL POSITIONS REPORTED ARE IN CONCURRENCE WITH THE GERMAN LAW. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
1. | | Presentation of the established financial statements and management report (including the explanatory report on information pursuant to Article 289 (4) of the German Commercial Code) of Commerzbank Aktiengesellschaft for the FY 2008, together with the presentation of the approved consolidated financial statements and Management report (including the explanatory report on information pursuant to Article 315 (4) of the German Commercial Code) of the Commerzbank Group for the FY 2008, the report of the Supervisory Board and the corporate governance and remuneration report for the FY 2008 | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
2. | | Approve the actions of the Members of the Board of Managing Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | | | |
3. | | Approve of the actions of the Members of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4. | | Resolution on the appointment of the Auditor, the Group Auditor and the Auditor tasked with reviewing the interim financial statements for FY 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5. | | Resolution on the appointment of the Auditor to review the interim financial statements for the first quarter of FY 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
6.1. | | Resolution on the election of Members of the Supervisory Board: Dr. Helmut Perlet | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
6.2. | | Resolution on the election of Members of the Supervisory Board: Dr. Nikolaus Von Bomhard | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
6.3. | | Resolution on the election of Members of the Supervisory Board: Dr. Edgar Meister | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
7. | | Resolution on the authorization for Commerzbank Aktiengesellschaft to purchase its own shares for the purpose of securities trading, pursuant to Article 71 (1) no. 7 AKTG | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
8. | | Resolution on the authorization for the Board of Managing Directors to increase the Banks share capital [Authorized Capital 2009/I] and amendment of the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
9. | | Resolution on the authorization for the Board of Managing Directors to increase the Banks share capital [Authorized Capital 2009/I] with the possibility of excluding subscription rights pursuant to Article 186 (3) 4 AKTG if contributions in kind are made and amendment of the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
10. | | Resolution on a capital increase of EUR 767,879,405.80 against cash without subscription rights for shareholders pursuant to Article 7 of the FMStBG (Acceleration Act) | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
11. | | Resolution on a capital increase of up to EUR 806,273,358.80 against cash with subscription rights for shareholders pursuant to Art. 7 of the FMStBG | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
12. | | Resolution on the granting of exchange rights in favour of the Financial Market Stabilization Fund and the conditional raising of the share capital pursuant to Article 7A of the FMStBG [Conditional Capital 2009] | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
13. | | Resolution on the authorization for the Board of Managing Directors to increase the Banks share capital against contributions in kind in favour of the Financial Market Stabilization Fund | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
14. | | Resolution on an amendment the Articles 12 of the Articles of Association | | Management | | For | | For |
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15. | | Resolution on an amendment to the Articles of Association concerning the simplification of the granting of proxy statements | | Management | | For | | For |
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16. | | Resolution on an amendment to the Articles of Association to reflect a planned amendment to the AktG | | Management | | For | | For |
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17. | | AGENDA ITEM AT THE REQUEST OF SHAREHOLDERS: Withdrawal of confidence from the Chairman of the Board of Managing Directors, Mr. Martin Blessing, in accordance with Article 84 (3) 2 AktG | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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18. | | AGENDA ITEM AT THE REQUEST OF SHAREHOLDERS: Amendment to Articles 15 of the Articles of Association Supervisory Board remuneration | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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19. | | AGENDA ITEM AT THE REQUEST OF SHAREHOLDERS: Appointment of the Special Auditors pursuant to Articles 142 (1) AktG to examine the actions of management, in particular capital raising measures with subscription rights excluded, in acquiring the 100% stake in Dresdner Bank Aktiengesellschaft from Allianz SE | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THE MEETING WILL BE CONTINUED ON SATURDAY 16 MAY 2009 FROM 10 AM ONWARDS IF THIS SHOULD BECOME NECESSARY. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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TOTAL SA, COURBEVOIE |
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Security | | F92124100 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 15-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000120271 | | Agenda | | 701919194 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN AMENDMENT TO MEETING ID 519433 DUE TO ADDITION OF RESOLUTIONS. ALL VOTES RECEIVED ON THE PREVIOUS MEETING WILL BE DISREGARDED AND YOU WILL NEED TO REINSTRUCT ON THIS MEETING NOTICE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve the financial statements and statutory reports | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Approve the consolidated financial statements and statutory reports | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve the allocation of income and dividends of EUR 2.28 per share | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Approve the Special Auditors’ report presenting ongoing related party transactions | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Approve transaction with Mr. Thierry Desmarest | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.6 | | Approve transaction with Mr. Christophe De Margerie | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.7 | �� | Authorize to repurchase of up to 10% of issued share capital | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.8 | | Re-elect Ms. Anne Lauvergeon as a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.9 | | Re-elect Mr. Daniel Bouton as a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.10 | | Re-elect Mr. Bertrand Collomb as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.11 | | Re-elect Mr. Christophe De Margerie as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.12 | | Re-elect Mr. Michel Pebereau as a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.13 | | Elect Mr. Patrick Artus as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.14 | | Amend the Article 12 of the Bylaws regarding age limit for the Chairman | | Management | | For | | For |
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A. | | Approve the statutory modification to advertise individual allocations of stock options and free shares as provided by law | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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B. | | Approve the statutory modification relating to a new procedure for appointing the employee shareholder in order to enhance its representativeness and independence | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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C. | | Grant authority to freely allocate the Company’s shares to all the employees of the group | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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NETLOGIC MICROSYSTEMS, INC. |
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Security | | 64118B100 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | NETL | | Meeting Date | | 15-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US64118B1008 | | Agenda | | 933043159 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 STEVEN DOMENIK | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 DOUGLAS BROYLES | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | THE RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS THE INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR NETLOGIC MICROSYSTEMS, INC. FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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OLD DOMINION FREIGHT LINE, INC. |
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Security | | 679580100 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ODFL | | Meeting Date | | 18-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US6795801009 | | Agenda | | 933051764 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 EARL E. CONGDON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 DAVID S. CONGDON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 JOHN R. CONGDON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 J. PAUL BREITBACH | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 JOHN R. CONGDON, JR. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 ROBERT G. CULP, III | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 JOHN D. KASARDA | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 LEO H. SUGGS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 D. MICHAEL WRAY | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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SOCIETE GENERALE, PARIS |
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Security | | F43638141 | | Meeting Type | | Ordinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 19-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000130809 | | Agenda | | 701848852 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A MIX MEETING. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve the Company’s financial statements for the YE 31 DEC 2008, as presented, showing losses of EUR 2,963,598,323.26 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Approve to record the loss for the year as a deficit in retained earnings, following this appropriation, the retained earnings account of EUR 6,363,246,855.22 will show a new balance of EUR 3,399,648,531.96, global dividends deducted from the retained earnings account: EUR 696,872,692.80 the shareholders will receive a net dividend of EUR 1.20 per share of a par value of EUR 1.25, and will entitle to the 40% deduction provided by the French Tax Code, this dividend will be paid on 09 JUN 2009, as required by Law, it is reminded that, for the last 3 FY, the dividends paid, were as: EUR 4.50 for FY 2005 EUR 5.20 for FY 2006 EUR 0.90 for FY 2007 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve the dividend payment will to be carried out in new shares as per the conditions: reinvestment period will be effective from 27 MAY 2009 to 10 JUN 2009, after the shareholders will receive the dividend payment in cash, the new shares will be created with dividend rights as of 01 JAN 2009, and authorize the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Approve the consolidated financial Statements and statutory reports of the Board of Directors and the Auditors for 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Receive the Special Auditors’ report on agreements governed by the Article L.225-38 of the French Code | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.6 | | Receive the Special Auditors’ report on retirement commitments in favor of Mr. Daniel Bouton, Mr. Phileppe Citerene and Mr. Didier LIX by the Article L.225-42-1 of the French Code | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.7 | | Receive the Special Auditors’ report on retirement commitments in favour of Mr. Severin Cabannes and Mr. Frederic Oudea by the Article L.225-42-1 of the French Code | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.8 | | Receive the Special Auditors’ report on retirement indemnity commitments in favor of Mr. Frederic Oudea by the Article L.225-42-1 of the French Code | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.9 | | Renew the appointment of Mr. Jean Azema as a Director for a 4 year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.10 | | Renew the appointment of Mrs. Elisabeth Lulin as a Director for a 4 year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.11 | | Ratify the Co-optation of Mr. Robert Castaigne as a Director, to replace Mr. Elie Cohen, resigning, for the remaining time of Mr. Elie Cohen’s term of office, until the shareholders’ meeting called in 2010 and to approve the financial statements for the FY | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.12 | | Appoint Mr. Jean-Bernard Levy as a director for a 4-year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.13 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to trade by all means, in the Company’s shares on the stock market, subject to the conditions: maximum purchase price: EUR 105.00, maximum number of shares to be acquired: 58,072,724, i.e. 10% of the share capital, maximum funds invested in the share buybacks: EUR 6,097,636,020.00; [Authority expires after 18-month period], this authorization supersedes the unspent remaining period of the authorization granted by the shareholders’ meeting of 27 MAY 27 2008 in its Resolution 9, the shareholders’ meeting delegates all powers to the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.14 | | Approve to add Article 20 granting powers to the Bylaws | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.15 | | Authorize the Board of Directors, under approval of resolution 16, to increase the share capital up to a maximum nominal amount of EUR 241,900,000,00, that is 33.3% of the share capital, by issuance of preference shares without voting right and preferred subscribed rights for any cash capital increase; [Authority expires after 14 month period] | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.16 | | Approve to introduce preference shares within the bylaws subject to approval of Resolution 16, consequently, a new class of shares known as B shares will be created composed with preference shares without voting right and preferential subscription right for any cash capital increase; the share capital will be divided into 2 Classes of shares A shares, corresponding to all ordinary shares, and B shares accordingly, and authorize the Board of Directors to amend the Articles of the Bylaws | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.17 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital, on one or more occasions, and its sole discretion, by issuing shares or securities giving access to the share capital in favor of employees of the Company and its subsidiaries who are Members of a Company savings plan; [Authority expires after 14 month period]; and for a nominal amount that shall not exceed 1.75% of the share capital, the Global amount of capital increase carried out under this present Resolution shall count against the ones specified in 10 and 11 Resolutions of the combined shareholders’ meeting held on 27 MAY 2008, and approve to cancel the shareholders preferential subscription rights in favor of Members of the said savings plan, this authorization supersedes unspent remaining period of the authorization granted by shareholders’ meeting of 27 MAY 2008, in its Resolution 14, expect what concerns the completion of the share capital increases reserved for Members of a Company savings plan which has been set by the Board of Directors during its meeting of 17 FEB 2009, and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.18 | | Approve to increase the ceiling of capital increase with the shareholder’s preferential subscription right maintained set forth in the Resolution 10 granted by the shareholders meeting held on 27 MAY 2008; the global amount of share capital increase originally set at EUR 220,000,000.00 will increase to EUR 360,000,000.00 i.e., 30.2% to 49.6% of the share capital; [Authority expires after 26 month period] | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.19 | | Grant full powers to the bearer of an original, a copy or extract of the minutes of this meeting to carry out all filings, publications and other formalities prescribed by law | | Management | | For | | For |
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CREDIT AGRICOLE SA, PARIS |
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Security | | F22797108 | | Meeting Type | | ExtraOrdinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 19-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000045072 | | Agenda | | 701855554 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN MIX MEETING. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve the Company’s financial statements for the YE 31 DEC 2008, as presented, and the expenses and charges that were not Tax deductible of EUR 157,353.00 with a corresponding Tax of EUR 54,177.00 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Approve the consolidated financial statements for the said FY, in the form presented to the meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve the recommendations of the Board of Directors and resolves that the in come for the FY of EUR 248,598,945.42, be appropriated as: it resolves to fund to the legal reserve: EUR 12,429,947.27, it notes that the distributable income, after the allocation to the legal reserve and due to the positive balance on retained earnings of EUR 5,133,758,198.11, amounts to EUR 5,369,927,196.26, the dividends are of EUR 1,001,854,123.20, the retained earnings will show a new amount of EUR 4,368,073,073.06; the shareholders will receive a net dividend of EUR 0.45 per share, and will entitle to the 40% deduction provided by the French Tax Code; this dividend will be paid on 23 JUN 2009; in the event that the Company holds some of its own shares on the day the dividend is paid, the amount of the unpaid dividend on such shares shall be allocated to the retained earnings account; and authorize the Board of Directors to proceed with this registration; as required by law, it is reminded that, for the last 3 FY, the dividends paid, were as: EUR 0.94 for FY 2005, entitled to the 40% deduction, EUR 1.15 for FY 2006, entitled to the 40% deduction, EUR 1.20 for FY 2007, entitled to the 40% deduction | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Approve to decide to grant to each shareholder an option granting the right to receive the dividend payment in cash or in shares, as per the conditions: this option will be effective from 27 MAY 2009 to 11 JUN 2009; after, the shareholders will receive the dividend payment in cash as from 23 JUN 2009; if the dividend amount does not correspond to an integer of shares, the shareholder will receive the immediately lower number of shares with a balancing cash adjustment; the new shares will be created with dividend rights as of 01 JAN 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Approve, the special report of the Auditors on agreements governed by Articles L.225-38 ET sequence of the French Commercial Code, the said report and the agreements referred to therein | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.6 | | Approve, the special report of the Auditors on regulated agreements, all the retirement commitments in favor of Mr. Georges Pauget, General Manager | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.7 | | Approve, the special report of the Auditors on regulated agreements, all the retirement commitments in favor of Mr. Jean-Yves Hocher, Deputy General Manager | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.8 | | Approve, the special report of the Auditors on regulated agreements, all the retirement commitments in favor of Mr. Jacques Lenormand, Deputy General Manager | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.9 | | Approve, the special report of the Auditors on regulated agreements, all the retirement commitments in favor of Mr. Jean-Frederic De Leusse, Deputy General Manager | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.10 | | Approve to renew the appointment of the Mr. Sas Rue La Boe Tie as a Director for a 3-year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.11 | | Approve to renew the appointment of Mr. Gerard Cazals as a Director for a 3-year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.12 | | Approve to renew the appointment of Mr. Noel Dupuy as a Director for a 3-year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.13 | | Approve to renew the appointment of Mrs. Carole Giraud as a Director for a 3-year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.14 | | Approve to renew the appointment of Mr. Dominique Lefebvre as a Director for a 3-year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.15 | | Approve the appointment of Mr. Patrick Clavelou as a Director, to replace Mr. Bernard Mary, for the remainder of Mr. Bernard Mary’s term of office, i.e. until the shareholders’ meeting called to approve the financial statements for the FYE 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.16 | | Approve to renew the appointment of Mr. Patrick Clavelou as a Director for a 3-year period | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.17 | | Appoint the Director, to replace Mr. Philippe Camus, for the remainder of Mr. Philippe Camus’ term of office, i.e. until the shareholders’ meeting called to approve the financial statements for the FYE 31 DEC 2010 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.18 | | Approve to award total annual fees of EUR 950,000.00 to the Members of the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.19 | | Authorizes the Board of Directors to buy the Company’s ordinary shares on the stock market, subject to the conditions: maximum purchase price: EUR 15.00, maximum number of shares to be acquired: 10% of the total number of ordinary shares, maximum funds invested in the share buybacks: EUR 2,000,000,010.00, which represents 133,333,334 ordinary shares; the number of shares acquired by the Company with a view to their retention or their subsequent delivery in payment or exchange as part of a merger, divestment or capital contribution cannot exceed 5% of the ordinary shares in the Company; [Authority expires after 18-month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders’ meeting of may 21, 2008 in its Resolution 17 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.20 | | Authorize to repurchase up to 10% of preference share capital, subject to approval of Item 23, 24, 36, or 37 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.21 | | Amend the Article 10.2 of Bylaws re: maximum number of terms for the Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.22 | | Authorize the new class of preferred stock and amend Bylaws accordingly, subject to approval of Item 23, 24, 36, or 37 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.23 | | Authorize the issuance of preferred stock with preemptive rights for up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 2,226,342,496, subject to approval of Item 22 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.24 | | Authorize the issuance of preferred stock without preemptive rights for up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 2,226,342,496, subject to approval of Item 22 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.25 | | Authorize the Board to increase capital in the event of additional demand related to delegation submitted to shareholder vote above | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.26 | | Authorize the issuance of equity or equity linked securities with preemptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 3.3 billion | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.27 | | Authorize the issuance of equity or equity linked securities without preemptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 1 billion | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.28 | | Authorize the Board to increase capital in the event of additional demand related to delegation submitted to shareholder vote above | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.29 | | Authorize the capital increase of up to 10% of issued capital for future acquisitions | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.30 | | Authorize the Board to set issue price for 10% of issued capital pursuant to issuance authority without preemptive rights | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.31 | | Approve to set Global Limit for capital increase to result from issuance requests under Items 23 through 30 at EUR 5.5 billion | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.32 | | Approve the issuance of securities convertible into debt up to an aggregate amount of EUR 5 billion | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.33 | | Authorize the capitalization of reserves of up to EUR 1 billion for bonus issue or increase in par value | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.34 | | Approve the Employee Stock Purchase Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.35 | | Approve the Stock Purchase Plan reserved for international employees | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.36 | | Approve the Employee Preferred Stock Purchase Plan, subject to approval of Item 22 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.37 | | Approve Employee Preferred Stock Purchase Plan for International Employees, Subject to approval of Item 22 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.38 | | Approve the reduction in share capital via cancellation of repurchased shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.39 | | Approve the reduction in share capital via cancellation of repurchased preference shares | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.40 | | Authorize the filing of required documents/other formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO CHANGE IN NUMBERING OF RESOLUTIONS. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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ROYAL DUTCH SHELL PLC |
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Security | | G7690A118 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 19-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | GB00B03MM408 | | Agenda | | 701911833 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Adopt the annual report and accounts | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the remuneration report | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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3. | | Appoint Mr. Simon Henry as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Re-appoint Mr. Lord Kerr of Kinlochard as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Re-appoint Mr. Wim Kok as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Re-appoint Mr. Nick Land as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Re-appoint Mr. Jorma Ollila as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Re-appoint Mr. Jeroen ven der Veer as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Re-appoint Mr. Hans Wijers as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Re-appoint PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as the Auditors of the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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11. | | Approve the remuneration of the Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
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12. | | Grant authority for the issue of equity or equity-linked securities with pre-emptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 145 million | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.13 | | Grant authority, subject to the previous resolution being passed, for the issue of equity or equity-linked securities without pre-emptive rights up to aggregate nominal amount of EUR 21 million | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.14 | | Grant authority to purchase 624 million ordinary shares for Market Purchase | | Management | | For | | For |
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15. | | Authorize the Company and its Subsidiaries to make EU Political Donations to Political Organizations other than Political Parties up to GBP 200,000 and to incur EU Political Expenditure up to GBP 200,000 | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO RECEIPT OF AUDITOR NAME. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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JPMORGAN CHASE & CO. |
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Security | | 46625H100 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | JPM | | Meeting Date | | 19-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US46625H1005 | | Agenda | | 933038641 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CRANDALL C. BOWLES | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: STEPHEN B. BURKE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID M. COTE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JAMES S. CROWN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JAMES DIMON | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ELLEN V. FUTTER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WILLIAM H. GRAY, III | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LABAN P. JACKSON, JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID C. NOVAK | | Management | | For | | For |
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1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LEE R. RAYMOND | | Management | | For | | For |
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1K | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WILLIAM C. WELDON | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPOINTMENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | ADVISORY VOTE ON EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | GOVERNMENTAL SERVICE REPORT | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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05 | | CUMULATIVE VOTING | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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06 | | SPECIAL SHAREOWNER MEETINGS | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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07 | | CREDIT CARD LENDING PRACTICES | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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08 | | CHANGES TO KEPP | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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09 | | SHARE RETENTION | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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10 | | CARBON PRINCIPLES REPORT | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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PRINCIPAL FINANCIAL GROUP, INC. |
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Security | | 74251V102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | PFG | | Meeting Date | | 19-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US74251V1026 | | Agenda | | 933040406 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: J. BARRY GRISWELL | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RICHARD L. KEYSER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ARJUN K. MATHRANI | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ELIZABETH E. TALLETT | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROVE AMENDMENT OF EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | RATIFICATION OF INDEPENDENT AUDITORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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NORDSTROM, INC. |
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Security | | 655664100 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | JWN | | Meeting Date | | 19-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US6556641008 | | Agenda | | 933040521 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PHYLLIS J. CAMPBELL | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ENRIQUE HERNANDEZ, JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT G. MILLER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: BLAKE W. NORDSTROM | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ERIK B. NORDSTROM | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PETER E. NORDSTROM | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PHILIP G. SATRE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT D. WALTER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ALISON A. WINTER | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVAL OF EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT BONUS PLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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OMNICELL, INC. |
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Security | | 68213N109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | OMCL | | Meeting Date | | 19-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US68213N1090 | | Agenda | | 933043402 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 MARY E. FOLEY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 RANDALL A. LIPPS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 JOSEPH E. WHITTERS | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | PROPOSAL TO ADOPT THE OMNICELL, INC. 2009 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN, AS DESCRIBED IN THE ACCOMPANYING PROXY STATEMENT | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE OMNICELL, INC. 1997 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN TO, AMONG OTHER THINGS, INCREASE THE AGGREGATE SHARE RESERVE TO A TOTAL OF 3,000,000 SHARES, AS DESCRIBED IN THE ACCOMPANYING PROXY STATEMENT | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE SELECTION OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM OF THE COMPANY FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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DEXCOM INC |
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Security | | 252131107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | DXCM | | Meeting Date | | 19-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US2521311074 | | Agenda | | 933049086 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 TERRANCE H. GREGG | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 KEVIN SAYER | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO REAPPROVE THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE SECTION 162(M) PROVISIONS OF OUR 2005 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN TO PRESERVE OUR ABILITY TO DEDUCT FOR CORPORATE INCOME TAX PURPOSES COMPENSATION THAT QUALIFIES AS PERFORMANCE-BASED COMPENSATION UNDER SECTION 162(M) OF THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO RATIFY THE SELECTION BY THE AUDIT COMMITTEE OF OUR BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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SAP AG |
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Security | | 803054204 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | SAP | | Meeting Date | | 19-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US8030542042 | | Agenda | | 933056889 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
02 | | RESOLUTION ON THE APPROPRIATION OF THE RETAINED EARNINGS OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2008 | | Management | | For | | |
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03 | | RESOLUTION ON THE FORMAL APPROVAL OF THE ACTS OF THE EXECUTIVE BOARD IN THE FISCAL YEAR 2008 | | Management | | For | | |
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04 | | RESOLUTION ON THE FORMAL APPROVAL OF THE ACTS OF THE SUPERVISORY BOARD IN THE FISCAL YEAR 2008 | | Management | | For | | |
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05 | | APPOINTMENT OF THE AUDITOR OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND GROUP FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2009 | | Management | | For | | |
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06 | | RESOLUTION ON AUTHORIZATION TO ACQUIRE AND USE TREASURY SHARES PURSUANT TO SECTION 71 (1) NO. 8 OF GERMAN STOCK CORPORATION ACT (AKTIENGESETZ; AKTG), WITH POSSIBLE EXCLUSION OF SHAREHOLDERS’ SUBSCRIPTION RIGHTS & POTENTIAL RIGHTS TO OFFER SHARES | | Management | | For | | |
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07 | | RESOLUTION ON THE AMENDMENT OF SECTION 19 OF THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION TO REFLECT THE GERMAN ACT IMPLEMENTING THE SHAREHOLDERS’ RIGHTS DIRECTIVE (GESETZ ZUR UMSETZUNG DER AKTIONARSRICHTLINIE; ARUG) | | Management | | For | | |
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RUSH ENTERPRISES, INC. |
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Security | | 781846209 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | RUSHA | | Meeting Date | | 19-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US7818462092 | | Agenda | | 933057956 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 W. MARVIN RUSH | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 W.M. “RUSTY” RUSH | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 RONALD J. KRAUSE | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 4 JAMES C. UNDERWOOD | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 5 HAROLD D. MARSHALL | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 6 THOMAS A. AKIN | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 7 GERALD R. SZCZEPANSKI | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP TO SERVE AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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BIGBAND NETWORKS INC |
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Security | | 089750509 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | BBND | | Meeting Date | | 19-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US0897505097 | | Agenda | | 933080296 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 MICHAEL J. POHL | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 ROBERT SACHS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 GEOFFREY YANG | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP, AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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GLAXOSMITHKLINE PLC |
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Security | | G3910J112 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 20-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | GB0009252882 | | Agenda | | 701867701 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1. | | Receive and adopt the Directors report and financial statements | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the remuneration report | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Elect Mr. James Murdoch as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Elect Mr. Larry Culp as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Re-elect Sir. Crispin Davis as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Re-elect Dr. Moncef Slaoui as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Re-elect Mr. Tom de Swaan as a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Re-appoint the Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Approve the remuneration of the Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Authorize the Company and its subsidiaries to make political donations to political organization and incur political expenditure | | Management | | For | | For |
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11. | | Grant authority to allot shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.12 | | Approve the disapplication of pre-emption rights | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.13 | | Authorize the Company to purchase its own shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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14. | | Approve the exemption from statement of Senior Statutory Auditors name | | Management | | For | | For |
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S.15 | | Approve the reduced notice of general meeting other than an AGM | | Management | | For | | For |
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16. | | Adopt the GlaxoSmithKline GSK 2009 Performance Share Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
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17. | | Adopt the GSK 2009 Share Option Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
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18. | | Adopt the GSK 2009 Deferred Annual Bonus Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO RECEIPT OF CONSERVATIVE CUT-OFF. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT, INC. |
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Security | | 717124101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | PPDI | | Meeting Date | | 20-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US7171241018 | | Agenda | | 933035417 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 STUART BONDURANT, M.D. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 FREDRIC N. ESHELMAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 FREDERICK FRANK | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 GENERAL DAVID L. GRANGE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 CATHERINE M. KLEMA | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 TERRY MAGNUSON, PH.D. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 ERNEST MARIO, PH.D. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 JOHN A. MCNEILL, JR. | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT AND RESTATEMENT OF THE COMPANY’S 1995 EQUITY COMPENSATION PLAN WHICH, AMONG OTHER THINGS, INCREASES THE NUMBER OF SHARES OF OUR COMMON STOCK RESERVED FOR ISSUANCE UNDER THE PLAN BY 8,300,000 FROM 21,259,004 SHARES TO 29,559,004 SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | IN THEIR DISCRETION, THE PROXIES ARE AUTHORIZED TO VOTE UPON SUCH OTHER MATTERS AS MAY PROPERLY COME BEFORE THE MEETING. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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THERMO FISHER SCIENTIFIC INC. |
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Security | | 883556102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | TMO | | Meeting Date | | 20-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US8835561023 | | Agenda | | 933042400 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 JUDY C. LEWENT | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 PETER J. MANNING | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 JIM P. MANZI | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 ELAINE S. ULLIAN | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE AUDIT COMMITTEE’S SELECTION OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT AUDITORS FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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LOJACK CORPORATION |
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Security | | 539451104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | LOJN | | Meeting Date | | 20-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US5394511043 | | Agenda | | 933045278 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 RORY J. COWAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 JOHN H. MACKINNON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 ROBERT J. MURRAY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 ROBERT L. REWEY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 RICHARD T. RILEY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 HARVEY ROSENTHAL | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 MARIA RENNA SHARPE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 RONALD V. WATERS III | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | AMEND THE COMPANY’S 2008 STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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03 | | RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS THE INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM OF THE COMPANY FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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CELERA CORPORATION |
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Security | | 15100E106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | CRA | | Meeting Date | | 20-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US15100E1064 | | Agenda | | 933053439 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JEAN-LUC BELINGARD | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PETER BARTON HUTT | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GAIL K. NAUGHTON | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE SELECTION OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 26, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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SOUTHWEST AIRLINES CO. |
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Security | | 844741108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | LUV | | Meeting Date | | 20-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US8447411088 | | Agenda | | 933057588 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 DAVID W. BIEGLER | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 2 C. WEBB CROCKETT | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 3 WILLIAM H. CUNNINGHAM | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 4 JOHN G. DENISON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 TRAVIS C. JOHNSON | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 6 GARY C. KELLY | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 7 NANCY B. LOEFFLER | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 8 JOHN T. MONTFORD | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 9 DANIEL D. VILLANUEVA | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROVAL OF THE SOUTHWEST AIRLINES CO. AMENDED AND RESTATED 1991 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | RATIFICATION OF THE SELECTION OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT AUDITORS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | REINCORPORATION IN A SHAREHOLDER FRIENDLY STATE. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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05 | | ADOPTION OF PRINCIPLES FOR HEALTH CARE REFORM. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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CROWN CASTLE INTERNATIONAL CORP |
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Security | | 228227104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | CCI | | Meeting Date | | 21-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US2282271046 | | Agenda | | 933035378 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 CINDY CHRISTY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 ARI Q. FITZGERALD | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 ROBERT E. GARRISON II | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 JOHN P. KELLY | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO APPROVE RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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LUMINEX CORPORATION |
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Security | | 55027E102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | LMNX | | Meeting Date | | 21-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US55027E1029 | | Agenda | | 933037904 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 PATRICK J. BALTHROP, SR | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 G. WALTER LOEWENBAUM II | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 KEVIN M. MCNAMARA | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 EDWARD A. OGUNRO, PH.D | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE THE LUMINEX CORPORATION AMENDED AND RESTATED 2006 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR FISCAL 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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MEDAREX, INC. |
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Security | | 583916101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | MEDX | | Meeting Date | | 21-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US5839161016 | | Agenda | | 933038122 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 MARC RUBIN, M.D. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 RONALD J. SALDARINI PHD | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 CHARLES R. SCHALLER | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | THE RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT BY THE AUDIT COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS MEDAREX’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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TIFFANY & CO. |
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Security | | 886547108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | TIF | | Meeting Date | | 21-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US8865471085 | | Agenda | | 933044961 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MICHAEL J. KOWALSKI | | Management | | For | | For |
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2 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROSE MARIE BRAVO | | Management | | For | | For |
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3 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GARY E. COSTLEY | | Management | | For | | For |
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4 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LAWRENCE K. FISH | | Management | | For | | For |
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5 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ABBY F. KOHNSTAMM | | Management | | For | | For |
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6 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CHARLES K. MARQUIS | | Management | | For | | For |
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7 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PETER W. MAY | | Management | | For | | For |
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8 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: J. THOMAS PRESBY | | Management | | For | | For |
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9 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WILLIAM A. SHUTZER | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE SELECTION OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE TIFFANY & CO. 2005 EMPLOYEE INCENTIVE PLAN TO INCREASE BY 2,500,000 THE MAXIMUM NUMBER OF SHARES THAT MAY BE ISSUED UNDER THE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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SEI INVESTMENTS COMPANY |
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Security | | 784117103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | SEIC | | Meeting Date | | 21-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US7841171033 | | Agenda | | 933049391 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 CARMEN V. ROMEO | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 2 RICHARD B. LIEB | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS SEI INVESTMENTS COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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DEAN FOODS COMPANY |
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Security | | 242370104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | DF | | Meeting Date | | 21-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US2423701042 | | Agenda | | 933053706 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 JANET HILL | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 HECTOR M. NEVARES | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | PROPOSAL TO AMEND THE DEAN FOODS COMPANY 2007 STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS INDEPENDENT AUDITOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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GENZYME CORPORATION |
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Security | | 372917104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | GENZ | | Meeting Date | | 21-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US3729171047 | | Agenda | | 933056132 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | RE-ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DOUGLAS A. BERTHIAUME | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | RE-ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GAIL K. BOUDREAUX | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | RE-ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT J. CARPENTER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | RE-ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CHARLES L. COONEY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | RE-ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: VICTOR J. DZAU | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | RE-ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: SENATOR CONNIE MACK III | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | RE-ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RICHARD F. SYRON | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | RE-ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: HENRI A. TERMEER | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | A PROPOSAL TO AMEND THE 2004 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF SHARES OF COMMON STOCK AVAILABLE FOR ISSUANCE UNDER THE PLAN BY 2,500,000 SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | A PROPOSAL TO APPROVE THE 2009 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | A PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE AUDIT COMMITTEE’S SELECTION OF INDEPENDENT AUDITORS FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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BJ’S WHOLESALE CLUB, INC. |
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Security | | 05548J106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | BJ | | Meeting Date | | 21-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US05548J1060 | | Agenda | | 933057792 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CHRISTINE M. COURNOYER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: EDMOND J. ENGLISH | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: HELEN FRAME PETERS | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROVAL OF THE AMENDMENT TO THE 2008 AMENDED AND RESTATED MANAGEMENT INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVAL OF THE AMENDMENT TO THE 2008 AMENDED AND RESTATED GROWTH INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | APPROVAL OF THE AMENDMENT TO THE 2007 STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | RATIFICATION OF THE AUDIT COMMITTEE’S SELECTION OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JANUARY 30, 2010. | | Management | | For | | For |
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ALIGN TECHNOLOGY, INC. |
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Security | | 016255101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ALGN | | Meeting Date | | 21-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US0162551016 | | Agenda | | 933059811 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 DAVID E. COLLINS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 JOSEPH LACOB | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 C. RAYMOND LARKIN, JR. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 GEORGE J. MORROW | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 THOMAS M. PRESCOTT | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 GREG J. SANTORA | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 WARREN S. THALER | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF SELECTION OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS: PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS ALIGN TECHNOLOGY, INC.’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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VOCUS INC. |
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Security | | 92858J108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | VOCS | | Meeting Date | | 21-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US92858J1088 | | Agenda | | 933066931 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 GARY GOLDING | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 RICHARD MOORE | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM OF OUR COMPANY FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE OUR COMPANY’S 2005 STOCK AWARD PLAN FOR PURPOSES OF SECTION 162(M) OF THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE. | | Management | | For | | For |
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HSBC HOLDINGS PLC |
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Security | | 404280406 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | HBC | | Meeting Date | | 22-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US4042804066 | | Agenda | | 933041547 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | TO RECEIVE THE REPORT AND ACCOUNTS FOR 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO APPROVE THE DIRECTORS’ REMUNERATION REPORT FOR 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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3A | | TO RE-ELECT S A CATZ A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3B | | TO RE-ELECT V H C CHENG A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3C | | TO RE-ELECT M K T CHEUNG A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3D | | TO RE-ELECT J D COOMBE A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3E | | TO RE-ELECT J L DURAN A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3F | | TO RE-ELECT R A FAIRHEAD A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3G | | TO RE-ELECT D J FLINT A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3H | | TO RE-ELECT A A FLOCKHART A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3I | | TO RE-ELECT W K L FUNG A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3J | | TO RE-ELECT M F GEOGHEGAN A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3K | | TO RE-ELECT S K GREEN A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3L | | TO RE-ELECT S T GULLIVER A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3M | | TO RE-ELECT J W J HUGHES-HALLETT A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3N | | TO RE-ELECT W S H LAIDLAW A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3O | | TO RE-ELECT J R LOMAX A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3P | | TO RE-ELECT SIR MARK MOODY-STUART A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3Q | | TO RE-ELECT G MORGAN A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3R | | TO RE-ELECT N R N MURTHY A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3S | | TO RE-ELECT S M ROBERTSON A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3T | | TO RE-ELECT J L THORNTON A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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3U | | TO RE-ELECT SIR BRIAN WILLIAMSON A DIRECTOR | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | TO REAPPOINT THE AUDITOR AT REMUNERATION TO BE DETERMINED BY THE GROUP AUDIT COMMITTEE | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | TO AUTHORISE THE DIRECTORS TO ALLOT SHARES | | Management | | For | | For |
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06 | | TO DISAPPLY PRE-EMPTION RIGHTS (SPECIAL RESOLUTION) | | Management | | For | | For |
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07 | | TO AUTHORISE THE COMPANY TO PURCHASE ITS OWN ORDINARY SHARES | | Management | | For | | For |
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08 | | TO ADOPT NEW ARTICLES OF ASSOCIATION WITH EFFECT FROM 1 OCTOBER 2009 (SPECIAL RESOLUTION) | | Management | | For | | For |
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09 | | TO APPROVE GENERAL MEETINGS (OTHER THAN ANNUAL GENERAL MEETINGS) BEING CALLED ON 14 CLEAR DAYS’ NOTICE (SPECIAL RESOLUTION) | | Management | | For | | For |
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CERNER CORPORATION |
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Security | | 156782104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | CERN | | Meeting Date | | 22-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US1567821046 | | Agenda | | 933059405 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 CLIFFORD W. ILLIG | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 WILLIAM B. NEAVES, PH.D | | | | For | | For |
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2 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS THE INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM OF CERNER CORPORATION FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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FRANCE TELECOM SA |
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Security | | F4113C103 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 26-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000133308 | | Agenda | | 701879958 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | “French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative.” | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Receive the reports of the Board of Directors and the Auditor’s, approve the Company’s financial statements for the YE 31 DEC 2008, as presented and showing the earnings for the FY of EUR 3,234,431,372.50; grant permanent discharge to the Members of the Board of Directors for the performance of their duties during the said FY | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Receive the reports of the Board of Directors and the Auditor’s, approve the consolidated financial statements for the said FY, in the form presented to the meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve to acknowledge the earnings amount to EUR 3,234,431,372.50 and decide to allocate to the Legal Reserve EUR 256,930.00 which shows a new amount of EUR 1,045,996,494.40 notes that the distributable income after allocating to the Legal Reserve EUR 256,930.00 and taking into account the retained earnings amounting to EUR 12,454,519,240.25, amounts to EUR 15,688,693,682.75, resolve to pay a dividend of EUR 1.40 per share which will entitle to the 40% deduction provided by the French General Tax Code and to appropriate the balance of the distributable income to the “Retained Earnings” account, and the interim dividend of EUR 0.60 was already paid on 11 SEP 2008; receive a remaining dividend of EUR 0.80 on E-half of the dividend balance, I.E, EUR 0.40, will be paid in shares as per the following conditions: the shareholders may opt for the dividend payment in shares from 02 JUN 2009 to 23 JUN 2009, the balance of the dividend will be paid on 30 JUN 2009, regardless the means of payment; the shares will be created with dividend rights as of 01 JAN 2009, in the event that the Company holds some of its own shares shall be allocated to the retained earnings account as required By Law | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Receive the special report of the Auditors on agreements governed by Articles L.225-38 of the French Commercial Code; approve the said report and the agreements referred to therein | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.5 | | Approve to renew the appointment of Ernst and Young audit as the Statutory Auditor for a 6-year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.6 | | Approve to renew the appointment of Auditex as the Deputy Auditor for a 6-year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.7 | | Approve to renew the appointment of Deloitte ET Association as the Statutory Auditor for a 6-year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.8 | | Approve to renew the appointment of Beas as the Deputy Auditor for a 6-year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.9 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to buyback the Company’s shares in the open market, subject to the conditions described below: maximum purchase price: EUR 40.00, maximum number of shares to be acquired: 10% of the share capital, maximum funds invested in the shares buybacks: EUR 10,459,964,944.00, and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; [Authority expires at the end of 18-month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders meeting of 27 MAY 2008 in Resolution 6 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.10 | | Amend the Article NR 13 of the Bye-Laws Board of Directors, in order to fix the minimal number of shares in the Company, of which the Directors elected by the General Meeting must be holders | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.11 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to issue, with the shareholders preferential subscription right maintained, shares in the Company and the securities giving access to shares of the Company or one of its subsidiaries; [Authority expires at the end of 26-month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders meeting 21 MAY 2007 in resolution 8, the maximum nominal amount of capital increase to be carried out under this delegation authority shall not exceed EUR 2,000,000,000.00, the overall nominal amount of debt securities to be issued shall not exceed EUR 10,000,000,000.00 and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.12 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to issue by way of a public offering and or by way of an offer reserved for qualified investors in accordance with the Financial and Monetary code, with cancellation of the shareholders preferential subscription rights, shares in the Company or one of its subsidiaries; [Authority expires at the end of 26-month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders meeting 21 MAY 2007 in resolution 9, the maximum nominal amount of capital increase to be carried out under this delegation authority shall not exceed the overall value governed by the current legal and regulatory requirements, the overall amount of debt securities to be issued shall not exceed and shall count against, the overall value related to debt securities set forth in the previous resolution and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.13 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the number of securities to be issued, at the same price as the initial issue, within 30 days of the closing of the subscription period and up to a maximum of 15% of the initial issue, for each of the issues decided in accordance with resolutions 11 and 12, subject to the compliance with the overall value set forth in the resolution where the issue is decided; [Authority expires at the end of 26-month period] | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.14 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to issue Company’s shares or securities giving access to the Company’s existing or future shares, in consideration for securities tendered in a public exchange offer initiated in France or abroad by the Company concerning the shares of another listed Company; [Authority expires at the end of 26-month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders meeting 21 MAY 2007 in resolution 12 the maximum nominal amount of capital increase to be carried out under this delegation authority is set at EUR 1,500,000,000.00, the total nominal amount of capital increase to be carried out under this delegation of authority shall count against the overall value of capital increase set by resolution 12, the overall amount of debt securities to be issued shall not exceed and shall count against, the overall value related to debt securities set forth in the previous resolution 11 and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.15 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital up to a nominal overall amount representing 10% of the share capital by way of issuing Company’s shares or securities giving access to the existing or future shares, in consideration for the contributions in kind granted to the Company and comprised of capital securities or securities giving access to the share capital, the nominal overall value of capital increase resulting from the issues decided by virtue of the present resolution 12, the overall amount of debt securities to be issued shall not exceed and shall count against, the overall value related to debt securities set forth in the previous resolution 11; [Authority expires at the end of 26-month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders meeting of 21 MAY 2007 in resolution 13, and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.16 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase on one or more occasions, the share capital issuance of the Company’s shares to be subscribed either in cash or by offsetting of the debts, the maximum nominal amount increase to be carried out under this delegation of authority is set at EUR 70,000,000.00, this amount shall count against the ceiling set forth in Resolution 18, and to cancel the shareholders preferential subscription rights in favour of the holders of options giving the right to subscribe shares or shares of the Company Orange S.A., who signed a liquidity contract with the Company , and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; [Authority expires at the end of 18-month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders meeting of 27 MAY 2008 in resolution 13 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.17 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to proceed on 1 or more occasions with the issue and the allocation free of charge of liquidity instruments on options (“ILO”), in favour of the holders of options giving the right to subscribe shares of the Company Orange S.A., having signed a liquidity contract with the Company, the maximum nominal amount increase to be carried out under this delegation of authority is set at EUR 1,000,000.00 this amount shall count against the ceiling set forth in Resolution 18 and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; [Authority expires at the end of 18-month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders meeting of 27 MAY 2008 in Resolution 14 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.18 | | Adopt the 7 previous resolutions and approve to decides that the maximum nominal amount pertaining to the capital increases to be carried out with the use of the delegations given by these 7 resolutions set at EUR 3,500,000,000.00 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.19 | | Authorize the Board of Directors, to issue on 1 or more occasions, in France or abroad, and, or on the international market, any securities (Other than shares) giving right to the allocation of debt securities, the nominal amount of debt securities to be issued shall not exceed EUR 7,000,000,000.00 and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; [Authority expires at the end of 26-month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders meeting of 21 MAY 2007 in Resolution 18 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.20 | | Approve to delegate to the securities all powers to increase the share capital in 1 or more occasions, by way of capitalizing reserves, profits or premiums, provided that such capitalization is allowed by Law and under the Bye-Laws, by issuing bonus shares or raising the par value of existing shares, or by a combination of these methods, the ceiling of the nominal amount of capital increase resulting from the issues carried by virtue of the present delegation is set at EUR 2,000,000,000.00; [Authority expires at the end of 26-month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders meeting of 21 MAY 2007 in Resolution 19 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.21 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to grant for free on 1 or more occasions, existing shares in favour of the employees or the corporate officers of the Company and related groups or Companies, they may not represent more than 1% of the share capital and it has been decided to cancel the shareholder’s preferential subscription rights in favour of the beneficiaries mentioned above, and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; [Authority expires at the end of 38-month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders meeting of 21 MAY 2007 in Resolution 12 | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.22 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital on 1 or more occasions by issuing shares or securities giving access to existing or future shares in the Company in favour of employees and former employees who are members of a Company Savings Plan of the France Telecom Group or by way of allocating free of charge shares or securities giving access to the Company’s existing or future shares, i.e., by way of capitalizing the reserves, profits or premiums, provided that such capitalization is allowed by Law under the Bye-Laws, the overall nominal value of capital increase resulting from the issues carried out by virtue of the present resolution is set at EUR 500,000,000.00, the ceiling of the nominal amount of France Telecom’s capital increase resulting from the issues carried out by capitalizing reserves, profits or premiums is also set at EUR 500,000,000.00 and it has been decided to cancel the shareholders preferential subscription rights in favour of the beneficiaries mentioned above and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; [Authority expires at the end of 6-month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders meeting of 27 MAY 2008 in Resolution 15 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.23 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to reduce the share capital on 1 or more occasions and at its sole discretion, by canceling all or part of the shares held by the Company in connection with repurchase plans authorized prior and posterior to the date of the present shareholders meeting and to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; [Authority expires at the end of 18-month period]; it supersedes the fraction unused of the authorization granted by the shareholders meeting of 27 MAY 2008 in Resolution 16 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.24 | | Grant full powers to the bearer of an original, a copy or extract of the minutes of this meeting to carry out all filings, publications and other formalities prescribed By Law | | Management | | For | | For |
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NEXANS, PARIS |
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Security | | F65277109 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 26-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000044448 | | Agenda | | 701922103 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve the unconsolidated accounts for the FYE on 31 DEC 2008; Management report; grant discharge to the Board Members | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Approve the consolidated accounts for the FYE on 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve the distribution of profits and determine the dividend | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Approve the agreements referred to in Article L.225-38 of the Commercial Code | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Approve the regulated commitments made in favor of Frederic Vincent as Chairman-General Manager | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.6 | | Approve the attendance allowances to the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.7 | | Ratify the transfer of the headquarters | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.8 | | Appoint temporary and permanent Statutory Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.9 | | Authorize the Board of Directors in order to operate on the Company’s shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.10 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to reduce the share capital by cancellation of treasury shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.11 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital, by issuing common shares with maintenance of preferential subscription rights | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.12 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital by issuing without preferential subscription rights securities representing claims access to the Company’s capital, subjected to a common ceiling of EUR 4 million into nominal with the 13th resolution | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.13 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to issue shares, securities or securities giving access to capital in case of a public offer exchange initiated by the Company on its own securities or securities of another Company, subjected to a common ceiling of EUR 4 million into nominal with the 12th resolution | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.14 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to decide on the increase of the number of securities to be issued in case of capital increase with or without preferential subscription rights within the limits set in the ceiling of 11th, 12th and 13th resolutions | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.15 | | Approve the possibility to issue common shares or securities giving access to capital, limited to 5% of the share capital in compensation of contributions in kind relating to equity securities or securities giving access to capital | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.16 | | Approve the delegation of competence to the Board of Directors to decide a capital increase by incorporation of premiums, reserves or benefits | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.17 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to decide on the increase of the share capital by issuing shares or securities giving access to capital reserved for Savings Plans’ Members with cancellation of preferential subscription rights to these remaining within the limits of EUR 400,000 | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.18 | | Authorize the Board of Directors in order to grant options to subscribe or purchase shares in the limit of EUR 400,000 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.19 | | Grant powers for formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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GAMESA CORPORACION TECHNOLOGICA S A |
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Security | | E54667113 | | Meeting Type | | Ordinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 28-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | ES0143416115 | | Agenda | | 701921656 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE EVENT THE MEETING DOES NOT REACH QUORUM, THERE WILL BE A SECOND CALL ON 29 MAY 2009. CONSEQUENTLY, YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS WILL REMAIN VALID FOR ALL CALLS UNLESS THE AGENDA IS AMENDED. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve the individual and consolidated annual accounts of the exercise 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the application of the result and the distribution of the dividend | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approve the management report of the company and consolidated group | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Approve the management of the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Ratify the Board Member of Iberdrola with the Calification of dominical External Member | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Ratify the appointment of Mr. Carles Fernandez-Lerga with Calification of other External Board Members | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Re-elect the Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
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8. | | Authorize the Board of Directors for the derivated acquisition of own shares until max of 5% leaving without effect the previous agreements approved in the OGM of 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Approve the Incentive Plan to long-term through the deliver of shares of the Company included in the strategic plan 2009-2011, delegation of the faculties for the execution of this retribution system | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Approve the delegation of the faculties for the execution of the agreements in the OGM | | Management | | For | | For |
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THE HOME DEPOT, INC. |
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Security | | 437076102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | HD | | Meeting Date | | 28-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US4370761029 | | Agenda | | 933042866 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: F. DUANE ACKERMAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID H. BATCHELDER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: FRANCIS S. BLAKE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ARI BOUSBIB | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GREGORY D. BRENNEMAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ALBERT P. CAREY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ARMANDO CODINA | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: BONNIE G. HILL | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: KAREN L. KATEN | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS THE INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM OF THE COMPANY FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JANUARY 31, 2010. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO AMEND THE SIXTH ARTICLE OF THE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION TO ALLOW HOLDERS OF AT LEAST 25% OF SHARES OF THE COMPANY’S OUTSTANDING COMMON STOCK TO CALL A SPECIAL MEETING OF SHAREHOLDERS. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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04 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING CUMULATIVE VOTING. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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05 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING SPECIAL SHAREHOLDER MEETINGS. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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06 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING EMPLOYMENT DIVERSITY REPORT. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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07 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING EXECUTIVE OFFICER COMPENSATION. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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08 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING ENERGY USAGE. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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JUNIPER NETWORKS, INC. |
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Security | | 48203R104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | JNPR | | Meeting Date | | 28-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US48203R1041 | | Agenda | | 933053833 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 SCOTT KRIENS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 STRATTON SCLAVOS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 WILLIAM R. STENSRUD | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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02 | | APPROVAL OF: (I) THE PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE JUNIPER NETWORKS, INC. 2006 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN (THE “2006 PLAN”), AND (II) THE MATERIAL TERMS OF THE 2006 PLAN FOR PURPOSES OF COMPLYING WITH INTERNAL REVENUE CODE SECTION 162(M). | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | RATIFICATION OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP, AN INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM, AS AUDITORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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COVIDIEN LTD. |
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Security | | G2552X108 | | Meeting Type | | Special |
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Ticker Symbol | | COV | | Meeting Date | | 28-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | BMG2552X1083 | | Agenda | | 933074851 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | APPROVAL OF THE SCHEME OF ARRANGEMENT ATTACHED TO THE ACCOMPANYING PROXY STATEMENT AS ANNEX A. | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | IF THE SCHEME OF ARRANGEMENT IS APPROVED, AND IN CONNECTION WITH SCHEME OF ARRANGEMENT AND REORGANIZATION, APPROVAL OF CREATION OF DISTRIBUTABLE RESERVES OF COVIDIEN PLC (THROUGH REDUCTION OF SHARE PREMIUM ACCOUNT OF COVIDIEN PLC) THAT WAS PREVIOUSLY APPROVED BY COVIDIEN LTD. AND OTHER CURRENT SHAREHOLDERS OF COVIDIEN PLC (AS DESCRIBED IN THE ACCOMPANYING PROXY STATEMENT). | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVAL OF THE MOTION TO ADJOURN THE MEETING TO A LATER DATE TO SOLICIT ADDITIONAL PROXIES IF THERE ARE INSUFFICIENT PROXIES TO APPROVE THE SCHEME OF ARRANGEMENT AT THE TIME OF THE MEETING. | | Management | | For | | For |
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LOWE’S COMPANIES, INC. |
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Security | | 548661107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | LOW | | Meeting Date | | 29-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US5486611073 | | Agenda | | 933047359 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 PETER C. BROWNING | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 MARSHALL O. LARSEN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 STEPHEN F. PAGE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 O. TEMPLE SLOAN, JR. | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO APPROVE AMENDMENTS TO THE COMPANY’S 2006 LONG TERM INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | TO APPROVE AMENDMENTS TO LOWE’S ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION ELIMINATING ALL REMAINING SUPERMAJORITY VOTE REQUIREMENTS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING REINCORPORATING IN NORTH DAKOTA. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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06 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING HEALTH CARE REFORM PRINCIPLES. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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07 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING SEPARATING THE ROLES OF CHAIRMAN AND CEO. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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ALCATEL-LUCENT |
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Security | | 013904305 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ALU | | Meeting Date | | 29-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US0139043055 | | Agenda | | 933069278 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
O1 | | APPROVAL OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O2 | | APPROVAL OF THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O3 | | RESULTS FOR FISCAL YEAR - APPROPRIATION. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O4 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF PHILIPPE CAMUS AS MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O5 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF BEN VERWAAYEN AS MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O6 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF STUART E. EIZENSTAT AS MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O7 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF LOUIS R. HUGHES AS MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O8 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF JEAN C. MONTY AS MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O9 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF OLIVIER PIOU AS MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O10 | | RENEWAL OF THE TERM OF OFFICE OF SYLVIA JAY AS MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O11 | | RENEWAL OF THE TERM OF OFFICE OF JEAN-CYRIL SPINETTA AS MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O12 | | APPROVAL OF REGULATED AGREEMENT WHICH REMAINED IN FORCE DURING THE FISCAL YEAR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O13 | | APPROVAL OF THE COMMITMENTS IN FAVOR OF THE CHAIRMAN, ENTERED INTO ACCORDING TO ARTICLE L. 225-42-1 OF THE FRENCH COMMERCIAL CODE WITH RESPECT TO THE ALLOCATION OF RESTRICTED STOCK UNITS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O14 | | APPROVAL OF THE COMMITMENTS IN FAVOR OF THE CEO, ENTERED INTO ACCORDING TO ARTICLE L. 225-42-1 OF THE FRENCH COMMERCIAL CODE WITH RESPECT TO THE ALLOCATION OF RESTRICTED STOCK UNITS AND STOCK OPTIONS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O15 | | APPROVAL OF THE COMMITMENTS IN FAVOR OF THE CEO, ENTERED INTO ACCORDING TO ARTICLE L. 225-42-1 OF THE FRENCH COMMERCIAL CODE WITH RESPECT TO THE PENSION BENEFITS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O16 | | AUTHORIZATION TO BE GIVEN TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO ALLOW THE COMPANY TO PURCHASE AND SELL ITS OWN SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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E17 | | AUTHORIZATION TO BE GIVEN TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO REDUCE THE SHARE CAPITAL OF THE COMPANY BY CANCELLATION OF THE TREASURY SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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E18 | | DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY TO BE GIVEN TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO PROCEED WITH THE ISSUE WITHOUT CANCELLATION OF PREFERENTIAL SUBSCRIPTION RIGHTS OF ORDINARY SHARES AND OF SECURITIES CONFERRING AN IMMEDIATE OR FUTURE RIGHT TO THE SHARE CAPITAL OF THE COMPANY OR OF ITS AFFILIATES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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E19 | | DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY TO BE GIVEN TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO PROCEED WITH THE ISSUE WITH CANCELLATION OF PREFERENTIAL SUBSCRIPTION RIGHTS, OF (I) ORDINARY SHARES AND ANY SECURITIES CONFERRING AN IMMEDIATE OR FUTURE RIGHT TO THE SHARE CAPITAL OF THE COMPANY OR OF ITS AFFILIATES, OR OF (II) COMPANY ORDINARY SHARES WHICH CONFERS A RIGHT TO THE ISSUANCE OF SECURITIES TO BE ISSUED BY SUBSIDIARIES, INCLUDING FOR THE PURPOSES OF REMUNERATING SECURITIES THAT ARE TENDERED IN CONNECTION WITH AN EXCHANGE OFFER. | | Management | | For | | For |
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E20 | | DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY TO BE GIVEN TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO CARRY OUT A SHARE CAPITAL INCREASE TO REMUNERATE CONTRIBUTIONS IN KIND OF CAPITAL STOCK OR MARKETABLE SECURITIES GIVING ACCESS TO THE CAPITAL OF THIRD-PARTY COMPANIES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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E21 | | AGGREGATE LIMIT TO THE AMOUNT OF ISSUANCES CARRIED OUT BY VIRTUE OF THE 18TH, 19TH, AND 20TH RESOLUTIONS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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E22 | | DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY TO BE GIVEN TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO INCREASE THE SHARE CAPITAL OF THE COMPANY BY INCORPORATION OF RESERVES, PROFITS OR PREMIUMS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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E23 | | DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY TO BE GIVEN TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO DECIDE ON THE DISPOSAL OR INCREASE OF SHARE CAPITAL BY THE ISSUANCE OF SHARES RESERVED TO THE PARTICIPANTS IN A COMPANY SAVINGS PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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E24 | | POWERS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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E25 | | AMENDMENTS OR NEW RESOLUTIONS PROPOSED AT THE MEETING. (IF YOU CAST YOUR VOTE IN FAVOR OF RESOLUTION 25, YOU ARE GIVING DISCRETION TO THE CHAIRMAN OF THE MEETING TO VOTE FOR OR AGAINST ANY AMENDMENTS OR NEW RESOLUTIONS THAT MAY BE PROPOSED). | | Management | | For | | For |
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CALIPER LIFE SCIENCES, INC. |
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Security | | 130872104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | CALP | | Meeting Date | | 02-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | US1308721042 | | Agenda | | 933073912 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 DAVID W. CARTER | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 2 E. KEVIN HRUSOVSKY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 KATHRYN A. TUNSTALL | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE SELECTION BY THE AUDIT COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS INDEPENDENT AUDITORS OF THE COMPANY FOR ITS FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVAL OF OUR 2009 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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DICK’S SPORTING GOODS, INC. |
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Security | | 253393102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | DKS | | Meeting Date | | 03-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | US2533931026 | | Agenda | | 933058186 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 WILLIAM J. COLOMBO | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 DAVID I. FUENTE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 LARRY D. STONE | | | | For | | For |
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2 | | RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTRED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. | | Management | | For | | For |
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RIVERBED TECHNOLOGY, INC. |
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Security | | 768573107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | RVBD | | Meeting Date | | 03-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | US7685731074 | | Agenda | | 933067604 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 JERRY M. KENNELLY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 STANLEY J. MERESMAN | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM OF RIVERBED TECHNOLOGY, INC. FOR ITS FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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ALSTRIA OFFICE REIT-AKTIENGESELLSCHAFT, HAMBURG |
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Security | | D0378R100 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 10-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | DE000A0LD2U1 | | Agenda | | 701926276 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | AS A CONDITION OF VOTING, GERMAN MARKET REGULATIONS REQUIRE THAT YOU DISCLOSE WHETHER YOU HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST IN THIS COMPANY. SHOULD EITHER BE THE CASE, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE SO THAT WE MAY LODGE YOUR INSTRUCTIONS ACCORDINGLY. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A CONTROLLING OR PERSONAL INTEREST, SUBMIT YOUR VOTE AS NORMAL. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THE TRUE RECORD DATE FOR THIS MEETING IS 20 MAY 2009, WHERE AS THE MEETING HAS BEEN SETUP USING THE ACTUAL RECORD DATE 1 BUSINESS DAY. THIS IS DONE TO ENSURE THAT ALL POSITIONS REPORTED ARE IN CONCURRENCE WITH THE GERMAN LAW. THANK YOU | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Presentation of the financial statements and annual report for the 2008 FY with the report of the Supervisory board, the Group financial statements and group annual report as well as the report by the Board of Managing Directors pursuant to sections 289(4) and 315(4) of the German commercial code | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2. | | Resolution on the appropriation of the distributable profit of EUR 28,500,000 as follows: payment of a dividend of EUR 0.52 per no par share EUR 76,869.68 shall be carried forward ex-dividend and payable date: 29 JUN 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Ratification of the acts of the Board of Managing Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Ratification of the acts of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Appointment of the Auditors: 1) for the 2009 FY: PricewaterhouseCoopers Ag, Berlin; 2) for the review of the interim half-year financial statements: PricewaterhouseCoopers AG, Berlin | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Elect Mr. Roger Lee to the Supervisory Board | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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7. | | Renewal of the authorization to acquire own shares the Company shall be authorized to acquire own shares of up to 10% of its share capital, at prices neither more than 10% above nor more than 20% below the market price of the shares, on or before 09 DEC 2010 the board of Managing Directors shall be authorized to sell the shares on the stock exchange or to offer them to all shareholders, to dispose of the shares in a manner other than the stock exchange or an offer to all shareholders if the shares are sold at a price not materially below their market price, to use the shares in connection with mergers and acquisitions or for satisfying conversion or option rights, to use the shares as: employee shares or within the scope of the company’s stock option plan and the convertible profit-sharing rights programme, and to retire the shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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8.A. | | Approve Issuance of Warrants/Bonds with Warrants Attached/Convertible Bonds without Preemptive Rights up to Aggregate Nominal Amount of EUR 125 Million Approve Creation of EUR 12.8 Million Pool of Conditional Capital to Guarantee Conversion Rights | | Management | | For | | For |
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8.B. | | Approve Issuance of Warrants/Bonds with Warrants Attached/Convertible Bonds without Preemptive Rights up to Aggregate Nominal Amount of EUR 140 Million Approve Creation of EUR 12.8 Million Pool of Capital to Guarantee Conversion Rights | | Management | | For | | For |
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9. | | Amendments to the Articles of Association, regarding the convocations of and attendance at shareholders’ meetings in connection with the implementation of the shareholders’ rights act (arug) a) amendments aa) Section 14(2), in respect of the day of the announcement not being counted bb) Section 14(3), in respect of the registrations and proof of shareholding being transmitted to the Company at least six days prior to the meeting, not counting the day of receipt cc) Section 15(3), in respect of proxy voting instructions being issues in written form, the company offering at least one way to communicate the instructions via electronic means b) the Board of Managing Directors shall enter the above amendments into the commercial register only if and when the respective provisions of the arug come into effect | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Amendment to Section 17(1), in respect of the general meeting being authorized to adopt a resolution on paying a dividend in kind instead of a cash dividend | | Management | | For | | For |
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TAIWAN SEMICONDUCTOR MFG. CO. LTD. |
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Security | | 874039100 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | TSM | | Meeting Date | | 10-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | US8740391003 | | Agenda | | 933090211 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | TO ACCEPT 2008 BUSINESS REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO APPROVE THE PROPOSAL FOR DISTRIBUTION OF 2008 PROFITS | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO APPROVE THE CAPITALIZATION OF 2008 DIVIDENDS, 2008 EMPLOYEE PROFIT SHARING, AND CAPITAL SURPLUS | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | TO REVISE INTERNAL POLICIES AND RULES AS FOLLOWS: (A) PROCEDURES FOR LENDING FUNDS TO OTHER PARTIES (B) PROCEDURES FOR ENDORSEMENT AND GUARANTEE | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | DIRECTORS | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 MR. MORRIS CHANG | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 MR. F.C. TSENG | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 MR. RICK TSAI | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 MR. TAIN-JY CHEN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 SIR P. LEAHY BONFIELD | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 MR. STAN SHIH | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 MS. CARLY FIORINA | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 MR. THOMAS J ENGIBOUS | | | | For | | For |
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BIOMERIEUX, MARCY L’ETOILE |
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Security | | F1149Y109 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 11-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0010096479 | | Agenda | | 701950493 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | “French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative” | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | Reports of the Board of Directors and the Statutory Auditors | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | Report of the Chairman referred to in Article L.22537 of the Commercial Code | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | Approval of the agreements referred to in Article L.22538 of the Commercial Code | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve the unconsolidated accounts for the FYE on 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Approve the consolidated accounts for the FYE on 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve the distribution of profits for the 2008 FY | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Approve the regulated agreements concluded by the Company and presented in the special report of the Statutory Auditors | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.5 | | Authorize the Board of Directors for the Company to buy its own securities | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.6 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to reduce the share capital by cancellation of shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.7 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital by issuing shares or warrants, within the limit of 35% of the share capital, with maintenance of preferential subscription rights of shareholders | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.8 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital by issuing shares or warrants, within the limit of 35% of the share capital, with cancellation of preferential subscription rights | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.9 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital by issuing shares or warrants, within the limit of 10% of the share capital, with cancellation of preferential subscription rights, in accordance with Article L.225136 1st paragraph 2 of the Commercial Code, within the framework of the issue known as ‘The need arises’ | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.10 | | Authorize the Board of Directors in order to increase the capital, by issuing common shares or any warrants giving access to the capital, with cancellation of preferential subscription rights, within the annual limit of 20% of the capital, through a private placement reserved to qualified investors or to a restricted circle of investors | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.11 | | Approve the powers delegated in order to increase the capital, with cancellation of preferential subscription rights, to remunerate contributions of securities, within the framework of an exchange public offer or contributions in kind on the Company’s securities | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.12 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the number of shares, securities or warrants to be issued in case of a capital increase, with or without preferential subscription rights | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.13 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital by incorporation of reserves, premium, profits or other | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.14 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to carry out a capital increase reserved for the employees who are members of a Company Savings Plan | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.15 | | Grant full powers to the bearer of an original or extract of this report in order to accomplish all legal formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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STAAR SURGICAL COMPANY |
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Security | | 852312305 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | STAA | | Meeting Date | | 11-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | US8523123052 | | Agenda | | 933074469 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 DON BAILEY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 BARRY CALDWELL | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 DAVID BAILEY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 DONALD DUFFY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 DAVID MORRISON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 JOHN MOORE | | | | For | | For |
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2 | | RATIFY THE SELECTION OF BDO SEIDMAN, LLP, AS STAAR’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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INFINERA CORPORATION |
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Security | | 45667G103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | INFN | | Meeting Date | | 11-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | US45667G1031 | | Agenda | | 933074510 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAN MAYDAN, PH.D. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JAGDEEP SINGH | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM OF INFINERA CORPORATION FOR ITS FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 26, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVAL OF A STOCK OPTION EXCHANGE PROGRAM. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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AUTODESK, INC. |
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Security | | 052769106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ADSK | | Meeting Date | | 11-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | US0527691069 | | Agenda | | 933075548 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CARL BASS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CRAWFORD W. BEVERIDGE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: J. HALLAM DAWSON | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PER-KRISTIAN HALVORSEN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: SEAN M. MALONEY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ELIZABETH A. NELSON | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CHARLES J. ROBEL | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: STEVEN M. WEST | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS AUTODESK’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JANUARY 31, 2010. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE THE 2010 OUTSIDE DIRECTORS’ STOCK PLAN. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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SALESFORCE.COM, INC. |
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Security | | 79466L302 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | CRM | | Meeting Date | | 11-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | US79466L3024 | | Agenda | | 933082682 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 CRAIG RAMSEY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 SANFORD ROBERTSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 MAYNARD WEBB | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JANUARY 31, 2010. | | Management | | For | | For |
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ARKEMA, COLOMBES |
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Security | | F0392W125 | | Meeting Type | | MIX |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 15-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0010313833 | | Agenda | | 701979140 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary, please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST”. A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN AMENDMENT TO MEETING ID 564617 DUE TO RECEIPT OF ADDITIONAL RESOLUTIONS ALL VOTES RECEIVED ON THE PREVIOUS MEETING WILL BE DISREGARDED AND YOU WILL NEED TO REINSTRUCT ON THIS MEETING NOTICE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Approve the annual accounts for the FYE on 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Approve the consolidated accounts for the FYE on 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve the distribution of profits for the FYE on 31 DEC 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Approve the agreement referred to in Article L.22538 of the Commercial Code. | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Approve the agreement referred to in Article L.225421 of the Commercial Code | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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O.6 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to operate on the Company’s shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.7 | | Approve the renewal of Mr. Thierry Le Henaff’s mandate as a Board Member | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.8 | | Approve the renewal of Mr. Francois Enaud’s mandate as a Board Member | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.9 | | Approve the renewal of Mr. Bernard Kasriel’s manadate as a Board Member | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.10 | | Approve the renewal of Mr. Laurent Mignon’s mandate as a Board Member | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.11 | | Approve the renewal of Mr. Thierry Morin’s mandate as a Board Member | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.12 | | Approve the renewal of Mr. Jean Pierre Seeuw’s mandate as a Board Member | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.13 | | Approve the renewal of Mr. Tidjane Thaim’s mandate as a Board Member | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.14 | | Approve the renewal of Mr. Philippe Vassor’s mandate as a Board Member | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.15 | | Approve the nomination of Mr. Marc Pandraud as a Board Member | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.16 | | Approve the modification of Article 10.12 of the Statute concerning the terms of the Board Members’ duties | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.17 | | Authorize certain Group’s Employees and Corporate Mangers of the Company or Group’s Companies to grant options, giving right to the subscription of new shares or buy the Company’s shares | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.18 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to freely allocate the Company’s shares | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.19 | | Authorize the Board of Directors in order to carry out capital increase reserved for employees who are members of a Company Savings Plan | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.20 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to reduce the share capital by cancellation of shares held by the Company | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.21 | | Powers for formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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MEDIACOM COMMUNICATIONS CORPORATION |
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Security | | 58446K105 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | MCCC | | Meeting Date | | 16-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | US58446K1051 | | Agenda | | 933078366 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 ROCCO B. COMMISSO | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 2 MARK E. STEPHAN | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 3 THOMAS V. REIFENHEISER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 NATALE S. RICCIARDI | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 SCOTT W. SEATON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 ROBERT L. WINIKOFF | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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02 | | TO AMEND OUR NON-EMPLOYEE DIRECTORS EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF SHARES OF OUR CLASS A COMMON STOCK RESERVED FOR ISSUANCE FROM 500,000 TO 1,250,000. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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03 | | TO RATIFY THE SELECTION OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT AUDITORS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | TO TRANSACT SUCH OTHER BUSINESS AS MAY PROPERLY COME BEFORE THE MEETING OR ANY ADJOURNMENT OR POSTPONEMENT THEREOF. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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KEYENCE CORPORATION |
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Security | | J32491102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 18-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | JP3236200006 | | Agenda | | 701997059 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | Approve Appropriation of Profits | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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2 | | Amend Articles to: Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the other Updated Laws and Regulations, Expand Business Lines, Adopt Restriction to the Rights for Odd-Lot Shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.1 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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3.2 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.3 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.4 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.5 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.6 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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4 | | Appoint a Substitute Corporate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
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INVERNESS MEDICAL INNOVATIONS, INC. |
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Security | | 46126P106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | IMA | | Meeting Date | | 18-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | US46126P1066 | | Agenda | | 933082024 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 CAROL R. GOLDBERG | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 JAMES ROOSEVELT, JR. | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 RON ZWANZIGER | | | | For | | For |
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2 | | APPROVAL OF AN INCREASE TO THE NUMBER OF SHARES OF COMMON STOCK AVAILABLE FOR ISSUANCE UNDER THE INVERNESS MEDICAL INNOVATIONS, INC. 2001 STOCK OPTION AND INCENTIVE PLAN BY 1,000,000, FROM 11,074,081 TO 12,074,081. | | Management | | For | | For |
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3 | | APPROVAL OF AN INCREASE TO THE NUMBER OF SHARES OF COMMON STOCK AVAILABLE FOR ISSUANCE UNDER THE INVERNESS MEDICAL INNOVATIONS, INC. 2001 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN BY 1,000,000, FROM 1,000,000 TO 2,000,000. | | Management | | For | | For |
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4 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF BDO SEIDMAN, LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS FOR OUR FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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RRI ENERGY, INC. |
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Security | | 74971X107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | RRI | | Meeting Date | | 18-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | US74971X1072 | | Agenda | | 933093801 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: E. WILLIAM BARNETT | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MARK M. JACOBS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: STEVEN L. MILLER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LAREE E. PEREZ | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: EVAN J. SILVERSTEIN | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE SELECTION OF KPMG LLP AS RRI ENERGY, INC.’S INDEPENDENT AUDITOR FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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TOKYO ELECTRON LIMITED |
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Security | | J86957115 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 19-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | JP3571400005 | | Agenda | | 701974683 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | Please reference meeting materials. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Amend Articles to: Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the other Updated Laws and Regulations | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.1 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.2 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.3 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.4 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.5 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.6 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.7 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.8 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.9 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.10 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.11 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.12 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.13 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.1 | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.2 | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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4. | | Approve Payment of Bonuses to Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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DAIWA SECURITIES GROUP INC. |
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Security | | J11718111 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 20-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | JP3502200003 | | Agenda | | 701977437 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | Please reference meeting materials. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Amend Articles to: Expand Business Lines, Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the Other Updated Laws and Regulations | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.1 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.2 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.3 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.4 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.5 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.6 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.7 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.8 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.9 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.10 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.11 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.12 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.13 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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2.14 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approve Issuance of Share Acquisition Rights as Stock Options | | Management | | For | | For |
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SANTEN PHARMACEUTICAL CO., LTD. |
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Security | | J68467109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 24-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | JP3336000009 | | Agenda | | 701982488 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | Please reference meeting materials. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve Appropriation of Retained Earnings | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Amend Articles to: Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the Other Updated Laws and Regulations | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.1 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.2 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
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3.3 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.4 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.5 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.6 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.7 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4. | | Approve Provision of Retirement Allowance for Retiring Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5. | | Approve Issuance of Share Acquisition Rights as Stock Options for the Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
6. | | Approve Issuance of Share Acquisition Rights as Stock Options for the Corporate Officers | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | | | | | | | |
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SQUARE ENIX HOLDINGS CO., LTD. |
| | | |
Security | | J7659R109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 24-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | JP3164630000 | | Agenda | | 701982692 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | Please reference meeting materials. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
1. | | Approve Appropriation of Retained Earnings | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2. | | Amend Articles to: Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the Other Updated Laws and Regulations | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.1 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.2 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.3 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.4 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.5 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4. | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
THE HACHIJUNI BANK, LTD. |
| | | |
Security | | J17976101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 24-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | JP3769000005 | | Agenda | | 701991184 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | Please reference meeting materials. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
1. | | Approve Appropriation of Retained Earnings | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2. | | Amend Articles to: Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the Other Updated Laws and Regulations | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.1 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.2 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.3 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.4 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
THE CHUGOKU BANK, LIMITED |
| | | |
Security | | J07014103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | |
Ticker Symbol | | Meeting Date | | 24-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | JP3521000004 | | Agenda | | 701998330 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | Approve Appropriation of Profits | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2 | | Amend Articles to: Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the other Updated Laws and Regulations, Allow Board to Make Rules Governing Exercise of Shareholders’ Rights | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
3.1 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.2 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.3 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.4 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.5 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.6 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | | | |
3.7 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.8 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.9 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.10 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.11 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.12 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.13 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.14 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.15 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4 | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5 | | Approve Payment of Bonuses to Directors and Corporate Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
6 | | Approve Provision of Retirement Allowance for Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
7 | | Approve Payment of Accrued Benefits associated with Abolition of Retirement Benefit System for Current Corporate Officers | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
8 | | Amend the Compensation to be received by Directors and Corporate Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
9 | | Authorize Use of Stock Option Plan for Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
QIAGEN N.V. |
| | | |
Security | | N72482107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | QGEN | | Meeting Date | | 24-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | NL0000240000 | | Agenda | | 933098825 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | PROPOSAL TO ADOPT THE ANNUAL ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2008 (“FISCAL YEAR 2008”). | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | TO APPROVE THE PERFORMANCE OF THE MANAGING BOARD DURING FISCAL YEAR 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | TO APPROVE PERFORMANCE OF THE SUPERVISORY BOARD DURING FISCAL YEAR 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4A | | ELECTION OF SUPERVISORY DIRECTOR: PROF. DR. DETLEV RIESNER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4B | | ELECTION OF SUPERVISORY DIRECTOR: DR. WERNER BRANDT | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4C | | ELECTION OF SUPERVISORY DIRECTOR: DR. METIN COLPAN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4D | | ELECTION OF SUPERVISORY DIRECTOR: MR. ERIK HORNNAESS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4E | | ELECTION OF SUPERVISORY DIRECTOR: PROF. DR. MANFRED KAROBATH | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4F | | ELECTION OF SUPERVISORY DIRECTOR: MR. HEINO VON PRONDZYNSKI | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5A | | ELECTION OF MANAGING DIRECTOR: MR. PEER SCHATZ | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5B | | ELECTION OF MANAGING DIRECTOR: MR. ROLAND SACKERS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5C | | ELECTION OF MANAGING DIRECTOR: DR. JOACHIM SCHORR | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5D | | ELECTION OF MANAGING DIRECTOR: MR. BERND UDER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
06 | | PROPOSAL TO REAPPOINT ERNST & YOUNG ACCOUNTANTS AS AUDITORS OF THE COMPANY FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
07 | | TO AUTHORIZE THE MANAGING BOARD, UNTIL DECEMBER 24, 2010, TO ACQUIRE SHARES IN THE COMPANY’S OWN SHARE CAPITAL. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
TAKEDA PHARMACEUTICAL COMPANY LIMITED |
| | | |
Security | | J8129E108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 25-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | JP3463000004 | | Agenda | | 701984761 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | Please reference meeting materials. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
1. | | Approve Appropriation of Retained Earnings | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2. | | Amend Articles to: Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the Other Updated Laws and Regulations | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.1 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.2 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.3 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | | | |
3.4 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.5 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.6 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4.1 | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4.2 | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
5. | | Approve Payment of Bonuses to Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
KAO CORPORATION |
| | | |
Security | | J30642169 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 26-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | JP3205800000 | | Agenda | | 701977297 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | Please reference meeting materials. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
1. | | Approve Appropriation of Retained Earnings | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2. | | Amend Articles to: Change Business Lines, Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the other Updated Laws and Regulations | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3. | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4. | | Appoint a Substitute Corporate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5. | | Delegation to the Meeting of the Board of Directors of the Company of Determination of Matters for Offering of Stock Acquisition Rights to be Issued as Stock Options | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
SUZUKI MOTOR CORPORATION |
| | | |
Security | | J78529138 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 26-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | JP3397200001 | | Agenda | | 701977413 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | Please reference meeting materials. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
1. | | Approve Appropriation of Retained Earnings | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2. | | Amend Articles to :Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the other Updated Laws and Regulations | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.1 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.2 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.3 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.4 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.5 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.6 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.7 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.8 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.9 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.10 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.11 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4. | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5. | | Approve Payment of Bonuses to Corporate Officers | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
THE SUMITOMO TRUST AND BANKING COMPANY, LIMITED |
| | | |
Security | | J77970101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 26-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | JP3405000005 | | Agenda | | 701988074 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | �� | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | Please reference meeting materials. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
1. | | Approve Appropriation of Retained Earnings | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2. | | Amend Articles to: Increase Authorized Capital to 3,400,000,000 shs., Establish Articles Related to Class 2 Preferred Shares, Class 3 Preferred Shares and Class 4 Preferred Shares and Class Shareholders Meetings, Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the Other Updated Laws and Regulations | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.1 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | | | |
3.2 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.3 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.4 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.5 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.6 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.7 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.8 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.9 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.10 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.11 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.12 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4.1 | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4.2 | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
FANUC LTD. |
| | | |
Security | | J13440102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 26-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | JP3802400006 | | Agenda | | 701990877 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | Please reference meeting materials. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
1. | | Approve Appropriation of Retained Earnings | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2. | | Amend Articles to: Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the Other Updated Laws and Regulations | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.1 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.2 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.3 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.4 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.5 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.6 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.7 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.8 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.9 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.10 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.11 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.12 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.13 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.14 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4. | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
MITSUBISHI UFJ FINANCIAL GROUP,INC. |
| | | |
Security | | J44497105 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 26-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | JP3902900004 | | Agenda | | 701996110 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | Please reference meeting materials. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
1. | | Approve Appropriation of Retained Earnings | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2. | | Amend Articles to: Allow Use of Electronic Systems for Public Notifications, Reduce Authorized Capital to 33,920,001,000 shs. due to the retirement of Class 8 Preferred Shares and Class 12 Preferred Shares, Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the Other Updated Laws and Regulations | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.1 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.2 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.3 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.4 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.5 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.6 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.7 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | | | |
3.8 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.9 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.10 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.11 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.12 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.13 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.14 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.15 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
3.16 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.17 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
4.1 | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4.2 | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
4.3 | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
4.4 | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
SANKYO CO.,LTD. |
| | | |
Security | | J67844100 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 26-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | JP3326410002 | | Agenda | | 702005352 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | Approve Appropriation of Profits | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2 | | Amend Articles to: Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the other Updated Laws and Regulations | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
KOMERI CO.,LTD. |
| | | |
Security | | J3590M101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 26-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | JP3305600003 | | Agenda | | 702013513 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | Approve Appropriation of Profits | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2 | | Amend Articles to: Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the other Updated Laws and Regulations, Expand Business Lines | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.1 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.2 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.3 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.4 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.5 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
3.6 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.7 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.8 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4 | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5 | | Approve Provision of Retirement Allowance for Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
6 | | Approve Extension of Anti-Takeover Defense Measures | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | | | |
ORTHOFIX INTERNATIONAL N.V. |
| | | |
Security | | N6748L102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | OFIX | | Meeting Date | | 30-Jun-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | ANN6748L1027 | | Agenda | | 933110277 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 JAMES F. GERO | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 JERRY C. BENJAMIN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 CHARLES W. FEDERICO | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 GUY J. JORDAN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 5 THOMAS J. KESTER | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 6 ALAN W. MILINAZZO | | | | For | | For |
| | | | | | | | |
| | 7 MARIA SAINZ | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 8 WALTER P. VON WARTBURG | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 9 KENNETH R. WEISSHAAR | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE AMENDMENT AND RESTATEMENT OF THE AMENDED AND RESTATED 2004 LONG-TERM INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
03 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE AMENDED AND RESTATED STOCK PURCHASE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE THE MATERIAL TERMS FOR THE PAYMENT OF INCENTIVE COMPENSATION TO THE COMPANY’S MOST HIGHLY COMPENSATED EXECUTIVE OFFICERS TO PERMIT SECTION 162(M) DEDUCTIBILITY. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
05 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE THE BALANCE SHEET AND INCOME STATEMENT AT AND FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
06 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE SELECTION OF ERNST & YOUNG AS THE INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR ORTHOFIX AND ITS SUBSIDIARIES FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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SALESFORCE.COM, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 79466L302 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | CRM | | Meeting Date | | 10-Jul-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US79466L3024 | | Agenda | | 932916022 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 MARC BENIOFF | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 CRAIG CONWAY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 ALAN HASSENFELD | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JANUARY 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE COMPANY’S 2004 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN TO ELIMINATE THE ANNUAL AUTOMATIC SHARE REPLENISHMENT FROM SUCH PLAN AND INCREASE THE NUMBER OF SHARES AUTHORIZED FOR GRANT BY AN INCREMENTAL 7,500,000 SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE COMPANY’S 2004 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN TO ENABLE INCENTIVE COMPENSATION UNDER SUCH PLAN TO QUALIFY AS “PERFORMANCE BASED COMPENSATION” WITHIN THE MEANING OF INTERNAL REVENUE CODE SECTION 162(M). | | Management | | For | | For |
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THE E.W. SCRIPPS COMPANY |
| | | |
Security | | 811054204 | | Meeting Type | | Special |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | SSP | | Meeting Date | | 15-Jul-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US8110542045 | | Agenda | | 932928611 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | TO APPROVE THE AMENDMENT TO THE COMPANY’S AMENDED AND RESTATED ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION TO EFFECT THE 1-FOR-3 REVERSE SHARE SPLIT AND CORRESPONDING REDUCTION IN STATED CAPITAL. | | Management | | For | | For |
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ELECTRONIC ARTS INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 285512109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | ERTS | | Meeting Date | | 31-Jul-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US2855121099 | | Agenda | | 932927594 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LEONARD S. COLEMAN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GARY M. KUSIN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GREGORY B. MAFFEI | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: VIVEK PAUL | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LAWRENCE F. PROBST III | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN S. RICCITIELLO | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RICHARD A. SIMONSON | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LINDA J. SRERE | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2 | | AMENDMENTS TO THE 2000 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3 | | AMENDMENTS TO THE 2000 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
4 | | RATIFICATION OF APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS INDEPENDENT AUDITORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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MEDTRONIC, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 585055106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | MDT | | Meeting Date | | 21-Aug-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US5850551061 | | Agenda | | 932935488 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 VICTOR J. DZAU, M.D. | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 WILLIAM A. HAWKINS | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 SHIRLEY A. JACKSON, PHD | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 DENISE M. O’LEARY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 5 JEAN-PIERRE ROSSO | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 6 JACK W. SCHULER | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS MEDTRONIC’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | TO APPROVE THE MEDTRONIC, INC. 2008 STOCK AWARD AND INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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FEDEX CORPORATION |
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Security | | 31428X106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | FDX | | Meeting Date | | 29-Sep-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US31428X1063 | | Agenda | | 932946594 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JAMES L. BARKSDALE | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: AUGUST A. BUSCH IV | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN A. EDWARDSON | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JUDITH L. ESTRIN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: J.R. HYDE, III | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: SHIRLEY A. JACKSON | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: STEVEN R. LORANGER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GARY W. LOVEMAN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: FREDERICK W. SMITH | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOSHUA I. SMITH | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1K | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PAUL S. WALSH | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1L | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PETER S. WILLMOTT | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT TO INCENTIVE STOCK PLAN TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF OPTION SHARES AND RESTRICTED SHARES ISSUABLE UNDER THE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | RATIFICATION OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING INDEPENDENT BOARD CHAIRMAN. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
| | | | |
05 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING SHAREHOLDER VOTE ON EXECUTIVE PAY. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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UNILEVER PLC |
| | | |
Security | | 904767704 | | Meeting Type | | Special |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | UL | | Meeting Date | | 28-Oct-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US9047677045 | | Agenda | | 932963172 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | TO ELECT MR P POLMAN AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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THE ESTEE LAUDER COMPANIES INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 518439104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | EL | | Meeting Date | | 07-Nov-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US5184391044 | | Agenda | | 932961332 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 CHARLENE BARSHEFSKY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 LEONARD A. LAUDER | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 RONALD S. LAUDER | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | APPROVAL OF THE ESTEE LAUDER COMPANIES INC. EXECUTIVE ANNUAL INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | RATIFICATION OF APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS INDEPENDENT AUDITORS FOR THE 2009 FISCAL YEAR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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AUTOMATIC DATA PROCESSING, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 053015103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | ADP | | Meeting Date | | 11-Nov-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US0530151036 | | Agenda | | 932958501 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 GREGORY D. BRENNEMAN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 LESLIE A. BRUN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 GARY C. BUTLER | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 LEON G. COOPERMAN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 5 ERIC C. FAST | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 6 R. GLENN HUBBARD | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 7 JOHN P. JONES | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 8 FREDERIC V. MALEK | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 9 CHARLES H. NOSKI | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 10 SHARON T. ROWLANDS | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 11 GREGORY L. SUMME | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 12 HENRY TAUB | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | APPROVAL OF THE 2008 OMNIBUS AWARD PLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP | | Management | | For | | For |
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CISCO SYSTEMS, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 17275R102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | CSCO | | Meeting Date | | 13-Nov-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US17275R1023 | | Agenda | | 932954729 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CAROL A. BARTZ | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: M. MICHELE BURNS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MICHAEL D. CAPELLAS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LARRY R. CARTER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN T. CHAMBERS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: BRIAN L. HALLA | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DR. JOHN L. HENNESSY | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RICHARD M. KOVACEVICH | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RODERICK C. MCGEARY | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MICHAEL K. POWELL | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1K | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: STEVEN M. WEST | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1L | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JERRY YANG | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS CISCO’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JULY 25, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | PROPOSAL SUBMITTED BY A SHAREHOLDER TO AMEND THE COMPANY’S BYLAWS TO ESTABLISH A BOARD COMMITTEE ON HUMAN RIGHTS. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | PROPOSAL SUBMITTED BY SHAREHOLDERS REQUESTING THE BOARD TO PUBLISH A REPORT TO SHAREHOLDERS WITHIN SIX MONTHS PROVIDING A SUMMARIZED LISTING AND ASSESSMENT OF CONCRETE STEPS CISCO COULD REASONABLY TAKE TO REDUCE THE LIKELIHOOD THAT ITS BUSINESS PRACTICES MIGHT ENABLE OR ENCOURAGE THE VIOLATION OF HUMAN RIGHTS, AS SET FORTH IN THE PROXY STATEMENT. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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KLA-TENCOR CORPORATION |
| | | |
Security | | 482480100 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | KLAC | | Meeting Date | | 13-Nov-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US4824801009 | | Agenda | | 932963982 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 ROBERT M. CALDERONI | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 JOHN T. DICKSON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 KEVIN J. KENNEDY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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MICROSOFT CORPORATION |
| | | |
Security | | 594918104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | MSFT | | Meeting Date | | 19-Nov-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US5949181045 | | Agenda | | 932960013 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: STEVEN A. BALLMER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JAMES I. CASH JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DINA DUBLON | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WILLIAM H. GATES III | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
05 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RAYMOND V. GILMARTIN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
06 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: REED HASTINGS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
07 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID F. MARQUARDT | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
08 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CHARLES H. NOSKI | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
09 | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: HELMUT PANKE | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
10 | | APPROVAL OF MATERIAL TERMS OF PERFORMANCE CRITERIA UNDER THE EXECUTIVE OFFICER INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
11 | | APPROVAL OF AMENDMENTS TO THE 1999 STOCK OPTION PLAN FOR NON-EMPLOYEE DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
12 | | RATIFICATION OF THE SELECTION OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT AUDITOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
13 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL - ADOPTION OF POLICIES ON INTERNET CENSORSHIP. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
| | | | |
14 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL - ESTABLISHMENT OF BOARD COMMITTEE ON HUMAN RIGHTS. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
| | | | |
15 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL - DISCLOSURE OF CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTIONS. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
| | | | | | |
THE PNC FINANCIAL SERVICES GROUP, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 693475105 | | Meeting Type | | Special |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | PNC | | Meeting Date | | 23-Dec-2008 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US6934751057 | | Agenda | | 932981257 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | A PROPOSAL TO APPROVE THE ISSUANCE OF SHARES OF PNC COMMON STOCK AS CONTEMPLATED BY THE AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER, DATED AS OF OCTOBER 24, 2008, BY AND BETWEEN THE PNC FINANCIAL SERVICES GROUP, INC. AND NATIONAL CITY CORPORATION, AS SUCH AGREEMENT MAY BE AMENDED FROM TIME TO TIME. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | A PROPOSAL TO APPROVE THE ADJOURNMENT OF THE SPECIAL MEETING OF SHAREHOLDERS, IF NECESSARY OR APPROPRIATE, TO SOLICIT ADDITIONAL PROXIES, IN THE EVENT THAT THERE ARE NOT SUFFICIENT VOTES AT THE TIME OF THE SPECIAL MEETING OF SHAREHOLDERS TO APPROVE THE FOREGOING PROPOSAL. | | Management | | For | | For |
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MONSANTO COMPANY |
| | | |
Security | | 61166W101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | MON | | Meeting Date | | 14-Jan-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US61166W1018 | | Agenda | | 932980534 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JANICE L. FIELDS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: HUGH GRANT | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: C. STEVEN MCMILLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT J. STEVENS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE 2009 FISCAL YEAR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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BECTON, DICKINSON AND COMPANY |
| | | |
Security | | 075887109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | BDX | | Meeting Date | | 03-Feb-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US0758871091 | | Agenda | | 932987007 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 C.M. FRASER-LIGGETT | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 E.J. LUDWIG | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 W.J. OVERLOCK, JR. | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 B.L. SCOTT | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF SELECTION OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | AMENDMENT TO BD’S RESTATED CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | AMENDMENT TO THE 2004 EMPLOYEE AND DIRECTOR EQUITY-BASED COMPENSATION PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
05 | | APPROVAL OF MATERIAL TERMS OF PERFORMANCE GOALS. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
06 | | SPECIAL SHAREHOLDER MEETINGS. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
| | | | |
07 | | CUMULATIVE VOTING. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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WEATHERFORD INTERNATIONAL LTD. |
| | | |
Security | | G95089101 | | Meeting Type | | Special |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | WFT | | Meeting Date | | 17-Feb-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | BMG950891017 | | Agenda | | 932993389 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | APPROVAL OF THE SCHEME OF ARRANGEMENT ATTACHED TO THE ACCOMPANYING PROXY STATEMENT AS ANNEX B. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | APPROVAL OF THE MOTION TO ADJOURN THE MEETING TO A LATER DATE TO SOLICIT ADDITIONAL PROXIES IF THERE ARE INSUFFICIENT VOTES AT THE TIME OF THE MEETING TO APPROVE THE SCHEME OF ARRANGEMENT. | | Management | | For | | For |
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NOVARTIS AG |
| | | |
Security | | 66987V109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | NVS | | Meeting Date | | 24-Feb-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US66987V1098 | | Agenda | | 932996905 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | APPROVAL OF THE ANNUAL REPORT, FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND GROUP CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE BUSINESS YEAR 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | DISCHARGE FROM LIABILITY OF THE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | APPROPRIATION OF AVAILABLE EARNINGS OF NOVARTIS AG AS PER BALANCE SHEET AND DECLARATION OF DIVIDEND | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | REDUCTION OF SHARE CAPITAL | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5A | | AMENDMENTS TO THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION - INTRODUCTION OF A CONSULTATIVE VOTE ON THE REMUNERATION REPORT | | Management | | For | | Against |
| | | | |
5B | | AMENDMENTS TO THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION - PURPOSE | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
5C | | AMENDMENTS TO THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION - AUDITORS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
6BA | | RE-ELECTION OF PROF. SRIKANT M. DATAR PH.D. FOR A THREE-YEAR TERM | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
6BB | | RE-ELECTION OF ANDREAS VON PLANTA PH.D. FOR A THREE-YEAR TERM | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
6BC | | RE-ELECTION OF DR.-ING. WENDELIN WIEDEKING FOR A THREE-YEAR TERM | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
6BD | | RE-ELECTION OF PROF. ROLF M. ZINKERNAGEL M.D. FOR A THREE-YEAR TERM | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
6C | | ELECTION OF PROF. WILLIAM BRODY, M.D., PH.D. FOR A THREE-YEAR TERM | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
07 | | APPOINTMENT OF THE AUDITOR | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
08 | | ADDITIONAL AND/OR COUNTER-PROPOSALS PRESENTED AT THE MEETING | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY |
| | | |
Security | | 254687106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | DIS | | Meeting Date | | 10-Mar-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US2546871060 | | Agenda | | 932990559 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: SUSAN E. ARNOLD | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN E. BRYSON | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN S. CHEN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JUDITH L. ESTRIN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT A. IGER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: STEVEN P. JOBS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: FRED H. LANGHAMMER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: AYLWIN B. LEWIS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MONICA C. LOZANO | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT W. MATSCHULLAT | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1K | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN E. PEPPER, JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1L | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ORIN C. SMITH | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSE-COOPERS LLP AS THE COMPANY’S REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | TO APPROVE THE AMENDMENT TO THE AMENDED AND RESTATED 2005 STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | TO APPROVE THE TERMS OF THE AMENDED AND RESTATED 2002 EXECUTIVE PERFORMANCE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | TO APPROVE THE SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL RELATING TO POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS REPORTING. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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06 | | TO APPROVE THE SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL RELATING TO DEATH BENEFIT PAYMENTS. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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07 | | TO APPROVE THE SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL RELATING TO SHAREHOLDER ADVISORY VOTE ON EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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ASML HOLDING NV |
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Security | | N07059178 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 26-Mar-2009 |
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ISIN | | NL0006034001 | | Agenda | | 701822846 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN AMENDMENT TO MEETING ID 525667 DUE TO ADDITION OF-RESOLUTIONS. ALL VOTES RECEIVED ON THE PREVIOUS MEETING WILL BE DISREGARDED AND YOU WILL NEED TO REINSTRUCT ON THIS MEETING NOTICE. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO CHANGE IN STATUS OF BLOCKING INDICATOR. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Opening | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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2. | | Overview of the Company’s business and financial situation | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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3. | | Approve to discuss the Annual Report 2008 and adopt the financial statements for the FY 2008, as prepared in accordance with Dutch law | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Grant discharge the Members of the Board of Management from liability for their responsibilities in the FY 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Grant discharge the Members of the Supervisory Board from liability for their responsibilities in the FY 2008 | | Management | | For | | For |
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6. | | Clarification of the reserves and dividend policy | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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7. | | Adopt a dividend of EUR 0.20 per ordinary share of EUR 0.09 | | Management | | For | | For |
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8.A | | Approve, subject to the approval of the Supervisory Board, the number of performance stock for the Board of Management and authorize the Board of Management to issue the performance stock | | Management | | For | | For |
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8.B | | Approve, subject to the approval of the Supervisory Board, the maximum number of 50,000 sign-on stock and authorize the Board of Management to issue the sign-on stock | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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9.A | | Approve, subject to the approval of the Supervisory Board, the number of performance stock options available for the Board of Management and authorize the Board of Management to issue the performance stock options | | Management | | For | | For |
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9.B | | Approve, subject to the approval of the Supervisory Board, the maximum number of 50,000 sign-on stock options, and authorize the Board of Management to issue the sign-on stock options | | Management | | For | | For |
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9.C | | Approve, subject to the approval of the Supervisory Board, the number of stock options, respectively shares, available for ASML employees, other than Members of the Board of Management, and authorize the Board of Management to issue the stock options or shares | | Management | | For | | For |
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10. | | Composition of the Board of Management | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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11.A | | Re-appoint Ms. H.C.J. van den Burg as a Member of the Supervisory Board, effective 26 MAR 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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11.B | | Re-appoint Mr. O. Bilous as a Member of the Supervisory Board, effective 26 MAR 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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11.C | | Re-appoint Mr. J.W.B. Westerburgen as a Member of the Supervisory Board, effective 26 MAR 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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11.D | | Appoint Ms. P.F.M. van der Meer Mohr as a Member of the Supervisory Board, effective 26 MAR 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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11.E | | Appoint Mr. W. Ziebart as a Member of the Supervisory Board, effective 26 MAR 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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12.A | | Authorize the Board of Management, for a period of 18 months from 26 MAR 2009, to issue shares or rights to subscribe for shares in the capital of the Company, subject to the approval of the Supervisory Board, limited to 5% of the issued share capital at the time of the authorization | | Management | | For | | For |
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12.B | | Authorize the Board of Management, for a period of 18 months from 26 MAR 2009, to restrict or exclude the pre-emption rights accruing to shareholders in connection with the issue of shares or rights to subscribe for shares as described under 12.A., subject to approval of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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12.C | | Authorize the Board of Management, for a period of 18 months from 26 MAR 2009, to issue shares or rights to subscribe for shares in the capital of the Company, subject to the approval of the Supervisory Board, for an additional 5% of the issued share capital at the time of the authorization, which 5% can only be used in connection with or on the occasion of mergers and/or acquisitions | | Management | | For | | For |
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12.D | | Authorize the Board of Management, for a period of 18 months from 26 MAR 2009, to restrict or exclude the pre-emption rights accruing to shareholders in connection with the issue of shares or rights to subscribe for shares as described under 12.C., subject to approval of the Supervisory Board | | Management | | For | | For |
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13. | | Authorize the Board of Management, for a period of 18 months from 26 MAR 2009, to acquire - subject to the approval of the Supervisory Board - such a number of ordinary shares in the Company’s share capital as permitted within the limits of the Law and the Articles of Association of the Company, taking into account the possibility to cancel the re-purchased shares, for valuable consideration, on Euronext Amsterdam by NYSE Euronext [“Euronext Amsterdam”] or the NASDAQ Stock Market LLC [“NASDAQ”], or otherwise, at a price between, on the one hand, an amount equal to the nominal value of the shares and, on the other hand, an amount equal to 110% of the market price of these shares on Euronext Amsterdam or NASDAQ; the market price being the average of the highest price on each of the five days of trading prior to the date of acquisition, as shown in the Official Price List of Euronext Amsterdam or as reported on NASDAQ | | Management | | For | | For |
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14. | | Approve to cancel ordinary shares in the share capital of the Company repurchased or to be repurchased by the Company; the number of ordinary shares that will be cancelled shall be determined by the Board of Management, but shall not exceed 10% of the issued share capital of the Company as of 26 MAR 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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15. | | Approve to cancel additional ordinary shares in the share capital of the Company to be repurchased by the Company following the cancellation of the ordinary shares under Resolution 14; the number of ordinary shares that will be cancelled shall be determined by the Board of Management, but shall not exceed 10% of the issued share capital of the Company as of 26 MAR 2009, reduced with the number of ordinary shares cancelled pursuant to Resolution 14 | | Management | | For | | For |
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16. | | Any other business | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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17. | | Closing | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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LONZA GROUP AG |
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Security | | H50524133 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 08-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | CH0013841017 | | Agenda | | 701860935 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | THE PRACTICE OF SHARE BLOCKING VARIES WIDELY IN THIS MARKET. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE TO OBTAIN BLOCKING INFORMATION FOR YOUR ACCOUNTS. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THE NOTICE FOR THIS MEETING WAS RECEIVED AFTER THE REGISTRATION DEADLINE. IF YOUR SHARES WERE REGISTERED PRIOR TO THE DEADLINE OF [BOOK CLO-SING/REGISTRATION DEADLINE DATE], YOUR VOTING INSTRUCTIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS MEETING. HOWEVER, VOTING INSTRUCTIONS FOR SHARES THAT WERE NOT REGISTERED PRIOR TO THE REGISTRATION DEADLINE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Approve the consolidated financial statements of Lonza group for 2008 and report of the Group Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve the annual activity report and financial statements for 2008 and report of the Statutory Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approve the appropriation of available earnings and payment of a dividend of CHF 1.75 per share on the share capital eligible for dividend of CHF 47,786,300 | | Management | | For | | For |
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4. | | Ratify the acts of the Members of the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Amend the Articles 4 of the Articles of Association as specified | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.1 | | Re-elect Mr. Dame Julia Higgins to the Board of Directors for a 1 year term | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.2 | | Re-elect Mr. Patrick Aebischer to the Board of Directorsfor a 1 year term | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.3 | | Re-elect Mr. Gerhard Mayr to the Board of Directors for a 1 year term | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.4 | | Re-elect Mr. Rolf Soiron to the Board of Directors for a 1 year term | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.5 | | Re-elect Sir Richard Sykes to the Board of Directors for a 1 year term | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.6 | | Re-elect Mr. Peter Wilden to the Board of Directors for a 1 year term | | Management | | For | | For |
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6.7 | | Elect Mr. Frits Van Dijk to the Board of Directors for a 1 year term | | Management | | For | | For |
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7. | | Re-elect KPMG Ltd, Zurich as the Statutory Auditors and also to act as Group Auditors for the FY 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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CARNIVAL CORPORATION |
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Security | | 143658300 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | CCL | | Meeting Date | | 15-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | PA1436583006 | | Agenda | | 933004448 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 MICKY ARISON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 A. RICHARD G. CAPEN, JR | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 ROBERT H. DICKINSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 ARNOLD W. DONALD | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 PIER LUIGI FOSCHI | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 HOWARD S. FRANK | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 RICHARD J. GLASIER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 MODESTO A. MAIDIQUE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 SIR JOHN PARKER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 10 PETER G. RATCLIFFE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 11 STUART SUBOTNICK | | | | For | | For |
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| | 12 LAURA WEIL | | | | For | | For |
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| | 13 RANDALL J. WEISENBURGER | | | | For | | For |
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| | 14 UZI ZUCKER | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RE-APPOINT PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS INDEPENDENT AUDITORS FOR CARNIVAL PLC. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO AUTHORIZE THE AUDIT COMMITTEE OF CARNIVAL PLC TO AGREE TO THE REMUNERATION OF THE INDEPENDENT AUDITORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | TO RECEIVE THE UK ACCOUNTS AND REPORTS OF THE DIRECTORS AND AUDITORS OF CARNIVAL PLC FOR THE FINANCIAL YEAR ENDED NOVEMBER 30, 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | TO APPROVE THE DIRECTORS’ REMUNERATION REPORT OF CARNIVAL PLC FOR THE FINANCIAL YEAR ENDED NOVEMBER 30, 2008. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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06 | | TO INCREASE THE AMOUNT OF THE AUTHORIZED BUT UNISSUED SHARE CAPITAL OF CARNIVAL PLC. | | Management | | For | | For |
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07 | | TO ADOPT THE AMENDED AND RESTATED ARTICLES OF ASSOCIATION OF CARNIVAL PLC. | | Management | | For | | For |
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08 | | TO APPROVE CERTAIN AMENDMENTS TO THE ARTICLES OF ASSOCIATION OF CARNIVAL PLC, TO TAKE EFFECT FROM OCTOBER 1, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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09 | | TO APPROVE THE GIVING OF AUTHORITY FOR THE ALLOTMENT OF NEW SHARES BY CARNIVAL PLC. | | Management | | For | | For |
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10 | | TO APPROVE THE DISAPPLICATION OF PRE-EMPTION RIGHTS IN RELATION TO THE ALLOTMENT OF NEW SHARES BY CARNIVAL PLC. | | Management | | For | | For |
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11 | | TO APPROVE A GENERAL AUTHORITY FOR CARNIVAL PLC TO BUY BACK CARNIVAL PLC ORDINARY SHARES IN THE OPEN MARKET. | | Management | | For | | For |
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L’OREAL S.A., PARIS |
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Security | | F58149133 | | Meeting Type | | Ordinary General Meeting |
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Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 16-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | FR0000120321 | | Agenda | | 701843016 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | French Resident Shareowners must complete, sign and forward the Proxy Card directly to the sub custodian. Please contact your Client Service Representative-to obtain the necessary card, account details and directions. The following applies to Non-Resident Shareowners: Proxy Cards: Voting instructions will-be forwarded to the Global Custodians that have become Registered Intermediaries, on the Vote Deadline Date. In capacity as Registered Intermediary, the Global Custodian will sign the Proxy Card and forward to the local custodian. If-you are unsure whether your Global Custodian acts as Registered Intermediary,-please contact your representative | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE IN THE FRENCH MARKET THAT THE ONLY VALID VOTE OPTIONS ARE “FOR” AND “AGAINST” A VOTE OF “ABSTAIN” WILL BE TREATED AS AN “AGAINST” VOTE. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN MIX MEETING. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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O.1 | | Receive the reports of the Board of Directors and the Auditors and approve the Company’s financial statements for the YE in 2008, as presented, showing net profits of EUR 1,552,103,144.44, against EUR 2,822,429,471.46 for the YE in 2007 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.2 | | Receive the reports of the Board of Directors and the Auditors and approve the consolidated financial statements for the FYE in 2008, in the form presented to the meeting | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.3 | | Approve the recommendations of the Board of Directors and resolves that the in come for the FY be appropriated as follows: legal reserve: Nil dividends: EUR 861,761,102.40 the balance to the other reserves account: EUR 690,342,041.74 the share holders will receive a net dividend of EUR 1.44 per share, and will entitle to the 40% deduction provided by the French Tax Code; this dividend will be paid on 24 APR 2009; the amount of distributable profits corresponding to shares held by the Company shall be allocated to the ordinary reserve account, as required by Law, it is reminded that, for the last 3 financial years, the dividends paid, were as follows: EUR 1.00 for FY 2005 EUR 1.18 for FY 2006 EUR 1.38 for FY 2007 | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.4 | | Approve the special report of the Auditors on agreements governed by Article L. 225-40 of the French Commercial Code, takes note that there was no new agreement or commitment during the FYE 31 DEC 2008 and takes note of the information concerning the agreements entered into and commitments taken for the last fiscal years | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.5 | | Approve the subject to the approval of the Resolution number 15, the shareholders’ meeting renews the appointment of Mr. Werner Bauer as a Director for a 3-year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.6 | | Approve to renew the appointment of Mrs. Francoise Bett Encourt Meyers as a Director for a 4-year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.7 | | Approve the renew the appointment of Mr. Peter Brabeck-Letmathe as a Director for a 4-year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.8 | | Approve to subject to the adoption of the Resolution number 15, to renew the appointment of Mr. Jean-Pierre Meyers as a Director for a 3-year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.9 | | Approve to renew the appointment of Mr. Louis Schweitzer as a Director for a 4-year period | | Management | | For | | For |
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O.10 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to trade in the Company’s shares on the stock market, subject to the conditions specified below: maximum purchase price: EUR 130.00, maximum number of shares to be acquired: 10% of the number of shares comprising the Company capital, i.e. 59,844,521 shares, maximum funds invested in the share buybacks: EUR 7,800,000,000.00; [Authority is given for an 18-month period]; grant delegates all powers to the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.11 | | Authorize the Board of Directors in order to increase the share capital, in 1 or more occasions, up to a maximum nominal amount of EUR 55,310,958.00 by way of issuing, with preferred subscription rights maintained, ordinary shares in the company, by way of capitalizing reserves, profits, premiums or other means, provided that such capitalization is allowed by Law and under the by Laws, to be carried out through the issue of bonus shares or the raise of the par value of the existing shares; [Authority expires for a 26-month period] it supersedes any and all earlier delegations to the same effect | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.12 | | Authorize the Board of Directors all powers to grant, in 1 or more transactions, to the Employees or Corporate Officers of the Company and related companies, options giving the right either to subscribe for new shares in the Company to be issued through a share capital increase, or to purchase existing shares purchased by the Company, it being provided that the options shall not give rights to a total number of shares, which shall exceed 2% of the share capital; [Authority expires for a 26-month period]; the options granted to the Corporate Officers shall not represent more than 10% of the total allocations carried out by the Board of Directors during this period of 26 months; grant delegates all powers to the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities; this delegation of powers supersedes the fraction unused of any and all earlier delegations to the same effect | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.13 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to grant, for free, on 1 or more occasions, existing or future shares, in favour of the Employees of the Company and related Companies; they may not represent more than 0.20% of the share capital; [Authority expires for a 26-month period]; grant delegates all powers to the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.14 | | Authorize the Board of Directors to increase the share capital, on 1 or more occasions, at its sole discretion, by way of issuing shares in favour of Employees, or former Employees, of the Company or related Companies, who are Members of a Company Savings Plan; [Authority expires for a 26-month period] and for a nominal amount that shall not exceed EUR 1,196,890.42 by issuing 5,984,452 new shares; the shareholders’ meeting decides to cancel the shareholders’ preferential subscription rights in favour of beneficiaries mentioned above; grant delegates all powers to the Board of Directors to take all necessary measures and accomplish all necessary formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.15 | | Amend Article 8 indent 2 of the Bylaws, regarding the duration of the term of office of the Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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E.16 | | Amend Article 15a-3 of the Bylaws | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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E.17 | | Grant authority for filing of required documents/other formalities | | Management | | For | | For |
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| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A REVISION DUE TO CHANGE IN RECORD DATE. IF YOU HAVE-ALREADY SENT IN YOUR VOTES, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PROXY FORM UNLESS YOU DECIDE TO AMEND YOUR ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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WEYERHAEUSER COMPANY |
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Security | | 962166104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | WY | | Meeting Date | | 16-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US9621661043 | | Agenda | | 933010186 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DEBRA A. CAFARO | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: NICOLE W. PIASECKI | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MARK A. EMMERT | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DANIEL S. FULTON | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WAYNE W. MURDY | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL ON THE CHAIRMAN POSITION | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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03 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL TO ADOPT SIMPLE MAJORITY VOTE | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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04 | | APPROVAL, ON AN ADVISORY BASIS, OF THE APPOINTMENT OF AUDITORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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NESTLE SA, CHAM UND VEVEY |
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Security | | H57312649 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 23-Apr-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | CH0038863350 | | Agenda | | 701860909 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | THE PRACTICE OF SHARE BLOCKING VARIES WIDELY IN THIS MARKET. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE TO OBTAIN BLOCKING INFORMATION FOR YOUR ACCOUNTS. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
| | | | |
| | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS THE PART II OF THE MEETING NOTICE SENT UNDER MEETING-525807, INCLUDING THE AGENDA. TO BE ELIGIBLE TO VOTE AT THE UPCOMING MEETING,-YOUR SHARES MUST BE RE-REGISTERED FOR THIS MEETING. IN ADDITION, YOUR NAME MAY-BE PROVIDED TO THE COMPANY REGISTRAR AS BENEFICIAL OWNER. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR-GLOBAL CUSTODIAN OR YOUR CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR TO FIND OUT WHETHER YOUR SHARES HAVE BEEN RE-REGISTERED FOR THIS MEETING. THANK YOU. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1.1 | | Receive the 2008 annual report, financial statements of Nestle SA and consolidated financial statements of the Nestle Group, reports of the statutory Auditors | | Management | | For | | For |
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1.2 | | Receive the 2008 compensation report | | Management | | For | | For |
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2. | | Approve to release the Members of the Board of Directors and the Management | | Management | | For | | For |
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3. | | Approve the appropiration of profits resulting from the balance sheet of Nestle S.A. and Dividends of CHF 1.40 per share | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.1.1 | | Re-elect Mr. Daniel Borel to the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.1.2 | | Re-elect Mrs. Carolina Mueller Mohl to the Board of Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
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4.2 | | Elect KPMG S.A., Geneva branch as the Statutory Auditor for a term of 1 year | | Management | | For | | For |
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5. | | Approve to cancel 180,000,000 repurchased under the Share Buy-back Programme launched on 24 AUG 2007 and reduce the share capital by CHF 18,000,000 | | Management | | For | | For |
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NOKIA CORPORATION |
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Security | | 654902204 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | NOK | | Meeting Date | | 23-Apr-2009 |
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ISIN | | US6549022043 | | Agenda | | 933002088 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
07 | | ADOPTION OF THE ANNUAL ACCOUNTS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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08 | | RESOLUTION ON THE USE OF THE PROFIT SHOWN ON THE BALANCE SHEET AND THE PAYMENT OF DIVIDEND. | | Management | | For | | For |
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09 | | RESOLUTION ON THE DISCHARGE OF THE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND THE PRESIDENT FROM LIABILITY. | | Management | | For | | For |
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10 | | RESOLUTION ON THE REMUNERATION OF THE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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11 | | RESOLUTION ON THE NUMBER OF MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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12 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 GEORG EHRNROOTH | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 LALITA D. GUPTE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 BENGT HOLMSTROM | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 HENNING KAGERMANN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 OLLI-PEKKA KALLASVUO | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 PER KARLSSON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 7 JORMA OLLILA | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 MARJORIE SCARDINO | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 RISTO SIILASMAA | | | | For | | For |
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| | 10 KEIJO SUILA | | | | For | | For |
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| | 11 ISABEL MAREY-SEMPER | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
13 | | RESOLUTION ON THE REMUNERATION OF THE AUDITOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
14 | | ELECTION OF AUDITOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
15 | | AUTHORIZING THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO RESOLVE TO REPURCHASE THE COMPANY’S OWN SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
17 | | MARK THE “FOR” BOX IF YOU WISH TO INSTRUCT THE DEPOSITARY TO GIVE A PROXY TO LEENA SIIRALA OR ESA NIINIMAKI, BOTH LEGAL COUNSELS OF NOKIA CORPORATION, TO VOTE, IN THEIR DISCRETION, ON YOUR BEHALF ONLY UPON ITEM 17. | | Management | | Abstain | | |
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JOHNSON & JOHNSON |
| | | |
Security | | 478160104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | JNJ | | Meeting Date | | 23-Apr-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US4781601046 | | Agenda | | 933008523 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MARY SUE COLEMAN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JAMES G. CULLEN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MICHAEL M.E. JOHNS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ARNOLD G. LANGBO | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: SUSAN L. LINDQUIST | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LEO F. MULLIN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WILLIAM D. PEREZ | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CHARLES PRINCE | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID SATCHER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WILLIAM C. WELDON | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | ADVISORY VOTE ON EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION POLICIES AND DISCLOSURE | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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BAKER HUGHES INCORPORATED |
| | | |
Security | | 057224107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | BHI | | Meeting Date | | 23-Apr-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US0572241075 | | Agenda | | 933010491 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 LARRY D. BRADY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 CLARENCE P. CAZALOT, JR | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 CHAD C. DEATON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 EDWARD P. DJEREJIAN | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 5 ANTHONY G. FERNANDES | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 6 CLAIRE W. GARGALLI | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 7 PIERRE H. JUNGELS | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 8 JAMES A. LASH | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 9 J. LARRY NICHOLS | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 10 H. JOHN RILEY, JR. | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 11 CHARLES L. WATSON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE THE AMENDMENT TO THE BAKER HUGHES INCORPORATED EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL NO. 1 REGARDING CALLING SPECIAL SHAREOWNERS MEETINGS. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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AMERICAN EXPRESS COMPANY |
| | | |
Security | | 025816109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | AXP | | Meeting Date | | 27-Apr-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US0258161092 | | Agenda | | 933007595 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: D.F. AKERSON | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: C. BARSHEFSKY | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: U.M. BURNS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: K.I. CHENAULT | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: P. CHERNIN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: J. LESCHLY | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: R.C. LEVIN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: R.A. MCGINN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: E.D. MILLER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: S.S REINEMUND | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1K | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: R.D. WALTER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1L | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: R.A. WILLIAMS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | ADVISORY (NON-BINDING) VOTE APPROVING EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL RELATING TO CUMULATIVE VOTING FOR DIRECTORS. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
| | | | |
05 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL RELATING TO THE CALLING OF SPECIAL SHAREHOLDER MEETINGS. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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PACCAR INC |
| | | |
Security | | 693718108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | PCAR | | Meeting Date | | 28-Apr-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US6937181088 | | Agenda | | 933009359 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 MARK C. PIGOTT | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 WILLIAM G. REED, JR. | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 WARREN R. STALEY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 CHARLES R. WILLIAMSON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING THE ANNUAL ELECTION OF ALL DIRECTORS | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
| | | | |
03 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING A DIRECTOR VOTE THRESHOLD | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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FORTUNE BRANDS, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 349631101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | FO | | Meeting Date | | 28-Apr-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US3496311016 | | Agenda | | 933010871 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 BRUCE A. CARBONARI | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 ANN F. HACKETT | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 DAVID M. THOMAS | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 RONALD V. WATERS, III | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | APPROVAL OF AMENDMENTS TO THE COMPANY’S RESTATED CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION TO PROVIDE FOR THE ANNUAL ELECTION OF DIRECTORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | IF PRESENTED, A SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL ENTITLED “ADOPT SIMPLE MAJORITY VOTE”. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
| | | | | | |
PERKINELMER, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 714046109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | PKI | | Meeting Date | | 28-Apr-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US7140461093 | | Agenda | | 933017407 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT F. FRIEL | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: NICHOLAS A. LOPARDO | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ALEXIS P. MICHAS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JAMES C. MULLEN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DR. VICKI L. SATO | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GABRIEL SCHMERGEL | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: KENTON J. SICCHITANO | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PATRICK J. SULLIVAN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: G. ROBERT TOD | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS PERKINELMER’S INDEPENDENT AUDITORS FOR THE CURRENT FISCAL YEAR. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | TO APPROVE THE PERKINELMER, INC. 2009 INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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J.B. HUNT TRANSPORT SERVICES, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 445658107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | JBHT | | Meeting Date | | 30-Apr-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US4456581077 | | Agenda | | 933017445 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 SHARILYN S. GASAWAY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 COLEMAN H. PETERSON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 JAMES L. ROBO | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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ALLERGAN, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 018490102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | AGN | | Meeting Date | | 30-Apr-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US0184901025 | | Agenda | | 933026812 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: HERBERT W. BOYER, PH.D. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT A. INGRAM | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID E.I. PYOTT | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RUSSELL T. RAY | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | TO APPROVE A STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING ADDITIONAL ANIMAL TESTING DISCLOSURE. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
| | | | | | |
EMC CORPORATION |
| | | |
Security | | 268648102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | EMC | | Meeting Date | | 06-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US2686481027 | | Agenda | | 933017748 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MICHAEL W. BROWN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RANDOLPH L. COWEN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MICHAEL J. CRONIN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GAIL DEEGAN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN R. EGAN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: W. PAUL FITZGERALD | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: EDMUND F. KELLY | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WINDLE B. PRIEM | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PAUL SAGAN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID N. STROHM | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1K | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOSEPH M. TUCCI | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | TO RATIFY SELECTION BY AUDIT COMMITTEE OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS EMC’S INDEPENDENT AUDITORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO EMC’S EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN TO INCREASE SHARES AVAILABLE BY 30 MILLION. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
04 | | TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO EMC’S BYLAWS TO REDUCE THE PERCENTAGE OF SHARES REQUIRED FOR SHAREHOLDERS TO CALL A SPECIAL MEETING. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
05 | | TO ACT UPON A SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL RELATING TO AN ADVISORY VOTE ON EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
| | | | | | |
UNITED PARCEL SERVICE, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 911312106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | UPS | | Meeting Date | | 07-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US9113121068 | | Agenda | | 933014007 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 F. DUANE ACKERMAN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 MICHAEL J. BURNS | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 D. SCOTT DAVIS | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 STUART E. EIZENSTAT | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 5 MICHAEL L. ESKEW | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 6 WILLIAM R. JOHNSON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 7 ANN M. LIVERMORE | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 8 RUDY MARKHAM | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 9 JOHN W. THOMPSON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 10 CAROL B. TOME | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS UPS’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | APPROVAL OF THE UNITED PARCEL SERVICE, INC. 2009 OMNIBUS INCENTIVE COMPENSATION PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
GOOGLE INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 38259P508 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | GOOG | | Meeting Date | | 07-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US38259P5089 | | Agenda | | 933017178 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 ERIC SCHMIDT | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 SERGEY BRIN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 LARRY PAGE | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 L. JOHN DOERR | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 5 JOHN L. HENNESSY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 6 ARTHUR D. LEVINSON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 7 ANN MATHER | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 8 PAUL S. OTELLINI | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 9 K. RAM SHRIRAM | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 10 SHIRLEY M. TILGHMAN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS GOOGLE’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO GOOGLE’S 2004 STOCK PLAN TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF AUTHORIZED SHARES OF CLASS A COMMON STOCK ISSUABLE UNDER THE PLAN BY 8,500,000. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
04 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING POLITICAL CONTRIBUTION DISCLOSURE. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
05 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING INTERNET CENSORSHIP. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
| | | | |
06 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING HEALTH CARE REFORM. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
| | | | | | |
HEARTLAND EXPRESS, INC. |
| | | |
Security | | 422347104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | HTLD | | Meeting Date | | 07-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US4223471040 | | Agenda | | 933035342 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 R. GERDIN | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 2 M. GERDIN | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 3 R. JACOBSON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 B. ALLEN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 5 L. CROUSE | | | | Withheld | | Against |
| | | | |
| | 6 J. PRATT | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS THE REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM OF THE CORPORATION. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
WEATHERFORD INTERNATIONAL LTD |
| | | |
Security | | H27013103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | WFT | | Meeting Date | | 07-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | CH0038838394 | | Agenda | | 933056182 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: BERNARD J. DUROC-DANNER | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID J. BUTTERS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: NICHOLAS F. BRADY | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WILLIAM E. MACAULAY | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT B. MILLARD | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT K. MOSES, JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT A. RAYNE | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009 AND RATIFICATION OF THE ELECTION OF ERNST & YOUNG AG, ZURICH AS STATUTORY AUDITOR FOR YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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3M COMPANY |
| | | |
Security | | 88579Y101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | MMM | | Meeting Date | | 12-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US88579Y1010 | | Agenda | | 933025985 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: LINDA G. ALVARADO | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GEORGE W. BUCKLEY | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: VANCE D. COFFMAN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MICHAEL L. ESKEW | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: W. JAMES FARRELL | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: HERBERT L. HENKEL | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: EDWARD M. LIDDY | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT S. MORRISON | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: AULANA L. PETERS | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1J | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT J. ULRICH | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS 3M’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
03 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL ON SPECIAL MEETINGS. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
| | | | |
04 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL ON THE VESTING OF STOCK OPTIONS AND AWARDS. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
| | | | | | |
MILLIPORE CORPORATION |
| | | |
Security | | 601073109 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | MIL | | Meeting Date | | 12-May-2009 |
| | | |
ISIN | | US6010731098 | | Agenda | | 933029919 - Management |
| | | | | | | | |
Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 ROLF A. CLASSON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 MARK HOFFMAN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 JOHN F. RENO | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 4 KAREN E. WELKE | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS MILLIPORE’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE YEAR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | |
COMCAST CORPORATION |
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Security | | 20030N101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | CMCSA | | Meeting Date | | 13-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US20030N1019 | | Agenda | | 933019552 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 S. DECKER ANSTROM | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 2 KENNETH J. BACON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 SHELDON M. BONOVITZ | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 EDWARD D. BREEN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 JULIAN A. BRODSKY | | | | For | | For |
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| | 6 JOSEPH J. COLLINS | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 7 J. MICHAEL COOK | | | | For | | For |
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| | 8 GERALD L. HASSELL | | | | For | | For |
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| | 9 JEFFREY A. HONICKMAN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 10 BRIAN L. ROBERTS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 11 RALPH J. ROBERTS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 12 DR. JUDITH RODIN | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 13 MICHAEL I. SOVERN | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF INDEPENDENT AUDITORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVAL OF OUR 2002 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN, AS AMENDED AND RESTATED | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | APPROVAL OF OUR 2002 RESTRICTED STOCK PLAN, AS AMENDED AND RESTATED | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | APPROVAL OF OUR 2003 STOCK OPTION PLAN, AS AMENDED AND RESTATED | | Management | | For | | For |
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06 | | IDENTIFY ALL EXECUTIVE OFFICERS WHO EARN IN EXCESS OF $500,000 | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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07 | | OBTAIN SHAREHOLDER APPROVAL OF CERTAIN FUTURE DEATH BENEFIT ARRANGEMENTS | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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08 | | ADOPT AN ANNUAL VOTE ON EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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09 | | ADOPT A RECAPITALIZATION PLAN | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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UNILEVER PLC |
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Security | | 904767704 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | UL | | Meeting Date | | 13-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US9047677045 | | Agenda | | 933030417 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
A1 | | TO RECEIVE AND CONSIDER THE ACCOUNTS AND BALANCE SHEET FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2008, TOGETHER WITH THE DIRECTORS’ REPORT AND THE AUDITORS’ REPORT. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A2 | | TO CONSIDER AND, IF THOUGHT FIT, APPROVE THE DIRECTORS’ REMUNERATION REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2008 INCLUDED WITHIN THE ANNUAL REPORT AND ACCOUNTS 2008. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A3 | | TO DECLARE A DIVIDEND ON THE ORDINARY SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A4 | | TO RE-ELECT MR J A LAWRENCE AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A5 | | TO RE-ELECT MR P G J M POLMAN AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A6 | | TO RE-ELECT THE RT HON THE LORD BRITTAN OF SPENNITHORNE QC, DL AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A7 | | TO RE-ELECT PROFESSOR W DIK AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A8 | | TO RE-ELECT MR C E GOLDEN AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A9 | | TO RE-ELECT DR B E GROTE AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A10 | | TO RE-ELECT MR N MURTHY AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A11 | | TO RE-ELECT MS H NYASULU AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A12 | | TO RE-ELECT MR K J STORM AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A13 | | TO RE-ELECT MR M TRESCHOW AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A14 | | TO RE-ELECT MR J VAN DER VEER AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A15 | | TO ELECT PROFESSOR L O FRESCO AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A16 | | TO ELECT MS A M FUDGE AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A17 | | TO ELECT MR P WALSH AS A DIRECTOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A18 | | TO RE-APPOINT PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS AUDITORS OF THE COMPANY, TO HOLD OFFICE UNTIL THE CONCLUSION OF THE NEXT GENERAL MEETING AT WHICH ACCOUNTS ARE LAID BEFORE THE MEMBERS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A19 | | TO AUTHORISE THE DIRECTORS TO FIX THE REMUNERATION OF THE AUDITORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A20 | | TO CONSIDER AND, IF THOUGHT FIT, TO PASS AN ORDINARY RESOLUTION, AS SET FORTH ON THE COMPANY NOTICE. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A21 | | TO CONSIDER AND, IF THOUGHT FIT, TO PASS A SPECIAL RESOLUTION, AS SET FORTH ON THE COMPANY NOTICE. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A22 | | TO CONSIDER AND, IF THOUGHT FIT, TO PASS A SPECIAL RESOLUTION, AS SET FORTH ON THE COMPANY NOTICE. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A23 | | TO CONSIDER AND, IF THOUGHT FIT, TO PASS AN ORDINARY RESOLUTION, AS SET FORTH ON THE COMPANY NOTICE. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A24 | | TO CONSIDER AND, IF THOUGHT FIT, TO PASS A SPECIAL RESOLUTION, AS SET FORTH ON THE COMPANY NOTICE. | | Management | | For | | For |
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A25 | | TO CONSIDER AND, IF THOUGHT FIT, TO PASS AN ORDINARY RESOLUTION, AS SET FORTH ON THE COMPANY NOTICE. | | Management | | For | | For |
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026 | | TO CONSIDER AND, IF THOUGHT FIT, TO PASS AN ORDINARY RESOLUTION, AS SET FORTH ON THE COMPANY NOTICE. | | Management | | For | | For |
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NATIONAL OILWELL VARCO, INC. |
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Security | | 637071101 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | NOV | | Meeting Date | | 13-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US6370711011 | | Agenda | | 933034100 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: MERRILL A. MILLER, JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GREG L. ARMSTRONG | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID D. HARRISON | | Management | | For | | For |
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2 | | RATIFICATION OF INDEPENDENT AUDITORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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3 | | APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT TO NATIONAL OILWELL VARCO LONG-TERM INCENTIVE PLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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THE CHARLES SCHWAB CORPORATION |
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Security | | 808513105 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | SCHW | | Meeting Date | | 14-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US8085131055 | | Agenda | | 933022636 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: NANCY H. BECHTLE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: WALTER W. BETTINGER II | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: C. PRESTON BUTCHER | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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03 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING DEATH BENEFITS | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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04 | | STOCKHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING CORPORATE EXECUTIVE BONUS PLAN | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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QUEST DIAGNOSTICS INCORPORATED |
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Security | | 74834L100 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | DGX | | Meeting Date | | 14-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US74834L1008 | | Agenda | | 933066676 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JENNE K. BRITELL, PH.D. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GAIL R. WILENSKY, PH.D. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: JOHN B. ZIEGLER | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO APPROVE AMENDMENTS TO THE EMPLOYEE LONG-TERM INCENTIVE PLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO APPROVE AMENDMENTS TO THE LONG-TERM INCENTIVE PLAN FOR NON-EMPLOYEE DIRECTORS | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 2009 | | Management | | For | | For |
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NORDSTROM, INC. |
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Security | | 655664100 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | JWN | | Meeting Date | | 19-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US6556641008 | | Agenda | | 933040521 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PHYLLIS J. CAMPBELL | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ENRIQUE HERNANDEZ, JR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT G. MILLER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: BLAKE W. NORDSTROM | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ERIK B. NORDSTROM | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PETER E. NORDSTROM | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PHILIP G. SATRE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT D. WALTER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ALISON A. WINTER | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVAL OF EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT BONUS PLAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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SAP AG |
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Security | | 803054204 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | SAP | | Meeting Date | | 19-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US8030542042 | | Agenda | | 933056889 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
02 | | RESOLUTION ON THE APPROPRIATION OF THE RETAINED EARNINGS OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2008 | | Management | | For | | |
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03 | | RESOLUTION ON THE FORMAL APPROVAL OF THE ACTS OF THE EXECUTIVE BOARD IN THE FISCAL YEAR 2008 | | Management | | For | | |
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04 | | RESOLUTION ON THE FORMAL APPROVAL OF THE ACTS OF THE SUPERVISORY BOARD IN THE FISCAL YEAR 2008 | | Management | | For | | |
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05 | | APPOINTMENT OF THE AUDITOR OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND GROUP FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2009 | | Management | | For | | |
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06 | | RESOLUTION ON AUTHORIZATION TO ACQUIRE AND USE TREASURY SHARES PURSUANT TO SECTION 71 (1) NO. 8 OF GERMAN STOCK CORPORATION ACT (AKTIENGESETZ; AKTG), WITH POSSIBLE EXCLUSION OF SHAREHOLDERS’ SUBSCRIPTION RIGHTS & POTENTIAL RIGHTS TO OFFER SHARES | | Management | | For | | |
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07 | | RESOLUTION ON THE AMENDMENT OF SECTION 19 OF THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION TO REFLECT THE GERMAN ACT IMPLEMENTING THE SHAREHOLDERS’ RIGHTS DIRECTIVE (GESETZ ZUR UMSETZUNG DER AKTIONARSRICHTLINIE; ARUG) | | Management | | For | | |
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THERMO FISHER SCIENTIFIC INC. |
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Security | | 883556102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | TMO | | Meeting Date | | 20-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US8835561023 | | Agenda | | 933042400 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 JUDY C. LEWENT | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 PETER J. MANNING | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 JIM P. MANZI | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 ELAINE S. ULLIAN | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE AUDIT COMMITTEE’S SELECTION OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT AUDITORS FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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SOUTHWEST AIRLINES CO. |
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Security | | 844741108 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | LUV | | Meeting Date | | 20-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US8447411088 | | Agenda | | 933057588 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 DAVID W. BIEGLER | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 2 C. WEBB CROCKETT | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 3 WILLIAM H. CUNNINGHAM | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 4 JOHN G. DENISON | | | | For | | For |
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| | 5 TRAVIS C. JOHNSON | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 6 GARY C. KELLY | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 7 NANCY B. LOEFFLER | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 8 JOHN T. MONTFORD | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 9 DANIEL D. VILLANUEVA | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | APPROVAL OF THE SOUTHWEST AIRLINES CO. AMENDED AND RESTATED 1991 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | RATIFICATION OF THE SELECTION OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT AUDITORS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | REINCORPORATION IN A SHAREHOLDER-FRIENDLY STATE. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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05 | | ADOPTION OF PRINCIPLES FOR HEALTH CARE REFORM. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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KNIGHT TRANSPORTATION, INC. |
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Security | | 499064103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | KNX | | Meeting Date | | 21-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US4990641031 | | Agenda | | 933045266 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 GARY J. KNIGHT | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 G.D. MADDEN | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 KATHRYN L. MUNRO | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE AND RATIFY THE KNIGHT TRANSPORTATION, INC. EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | APPROVE & RATIFY AN AMENDMENT & RESTATEMENT OF 2003 STOCK OPTION PLAN (“2003 STOCK OPTION PLAN”), (I) RENAMES PLAN THE KNIGHT TRANSPORTATION, INC. AMENDED AND RESTATED 2003 STOCK OPTION AND EQUITY COMPENSATION PLAN,” (II) PROVIDES ADDITIONAL TERMS AND ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES APPLICABLE TO RESTRICTED STOCK GRANTS, & (III) AUTHORIZES THE ISSUANCE OF STOCK APPRECIATION RIGHTS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE AND RATIFY A ONE-TIME STOCK OPTION EXCHANGE PROGRAM FOR EMPLOYEES, ALONG WITH AN ACCOMPANYING AMENDMENT TO THE 2003 STOCK OPTION PLAN TO PERMIT SUCH EXCHANGE. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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05 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR FISCAL 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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SEI INVESTMENTS COMPANY |
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Security | | 784117103 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | SEIC | | Meeting Date | | 21-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US7841171033 | | Agenda | | 933049391 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 CARMEN V. ROMEO | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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| | 2 RICHARD B. LIEB | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS SEI INVESTMENTS COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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DEAN FOODS COMPANY |
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Security | | 242370104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | DF | | Meeting Date | | 21-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US2423701042 | | Agenda | | 933053706 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 JANET HILL | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 HECTOR M. NEVARES | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | PROPOSAL TO AMEND THE DEAN FOODS COMPANY 2007 STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS INDEPENDENT AUDITOR. | | Management | | For | | For |
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GENZYME CORPORATION |
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Security | | 372917104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | GENZ | | Meeting Date | | 21-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US3729171047 | | Agenda | | 933056132 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | RE-ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DOUGLAS A. BERTHIAUME | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | RE-ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GAIL K. BOUDREAUX | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | RE-ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ROBERT J. CARPENTER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | RE-ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CHARLES L. COONEY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | RE-ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: VICTOR J. DZAU | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | RE-ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: SENATOR CONNIE MACK III | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | RE-ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: RICHARD F. SYRON | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | RE-ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: HENRI A. TERMEER | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | A PROPOSAL TO AMEND THE 2004 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF SHARES OF COMMON STOCK AVAILABLE FOR ISSUANCE UNDER THE PLAN BY 2,500,000 SHARES. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | A PROPOSAL TO APPROVE THE 2009 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | A PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE AUDIT COMMITTEE’S SELECTION OF INDEPENDENT AUDITORS FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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CERNER CORPORATION |
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Security | | 156782104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | CERN | | Meeting Date | | 22-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US1567821046 | | Agenda | | 933059405 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
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| | 1 CLIFFORD W. ILLIG | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 WILLIAM B. NEAVES, PH.D | | | | For | | For |
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2 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS THE INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM OF CERNER CORPORATION FOR 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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THE HOME DEPOT, INC. |
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Security | | 437076102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | HD | | Meeting Date | | 28-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US4370761029 | | Agenda | | 933042866 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: F. DUANE ACKERMAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: DAVID H. BATCHELDER | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: FRANCIS S. BLAKE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ARI BOUSBIB | | Management | | For | | For |
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1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: GREGORY D. BRENNEMAN | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ALBERT P. CAREY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ARMANDO CODINA | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: BONNIE G. HILL | | Management | | For | | For |
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1I | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: KAREN L. KATEN | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF KPMG LLP AS THE INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM OF THE COMPANY FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JANUARY 31, 2010. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO AMEND THE SIXTH ARTICLE OF THE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION TO ALLOW HOLDERS OF AT LEAST 25% OF SHARES OF THE COMPANY’S OUTSTANDING COMMON STOCK TO CALL A SPECIAL MEETING OF SHAREHOLDERS. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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04 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING CUMULATIVE VOTING. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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05 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING SPECIAL SHAREHOLDER MEETINGS. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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06 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING EMPLOYMENT DIVERSITY REPORT. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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07 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING EXECUTIVE OFFICER COMPENSATION. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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08 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING ENERGY USAGE. | | Shareholder | | For | | Against |
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JUNIPER NETWORKS, INC. |
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Security | | 48203R104 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | JNPR | | Meeting Date | | 28-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US48203R1041 | | Agenda | | 933053833 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 SCOTT KRIENS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 STRATTON SCLAVOS | | | | For | | For |
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| | 3 WILLIAM R. STENSRUD | | | | Withheld | | Against |
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02 | | APPROVAL OF: (I) THE PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE JUNIPER NETWORKS, INC. 2006 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN (THE “2006 PLAN”), AND (II) THE MATERIAL TERMS OF THE 2006 PLAN FOR PURPOSES OF COMPLYING WITH INTERNAL REVENUE CODE SECTION 162(M). | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | RATIFICATION OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP, AN INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM, AS AUDITORS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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LOWE’S COMPANIES, INC. |
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Security | | 548661107 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | LOW | | Meeting Date | | 29-May-2009 |
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ISIN | | US5486611073 | | Agenda | | 933047359 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 PETER C. BROWNING | | | | For | | For |
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| | 2 MARSHALL O. LARSEN | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 STEPHEN F. PAGE | | | | For | | For |
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| | 4 O. TEMPLE SLOAN, JR. | | | | For | | For |
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02 | | TO APPROVE AMENDMENTS TO THE COMPANY’S 2006 LONG TERM INCENTIVE PLAN. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. | | Management | | For | | For |
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04 | | TO APPROVE AMENDMENTS TO LOWE’S ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION ELIMINATING ALL REMAINING SUPERMAJORITY VOTE REQUIREMENTS. | | Management | | For | | For |
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05 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING REINCORPORATING IN NORTH DAKOTA. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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06 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING HEALTH CARE REFORM PRINCIPLES. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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07 | | SHAREHOLDER PROPOSAL REGARDING SEPARATING THE ROLES OF CHAIRMAN AND CEO. | | Shareholder | | Against | | For |
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DICK’S SPORTING GOODS, INC. |
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Security | | 253393102 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | DKS | | Meeting Date | | 03-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | US2533931026 | | Agenda | | 933058186 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 WILLIAM J. COLOMBO | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 DAVID I. FUENTE | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 LARRY D. STONE | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2 | | RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM. | | Management | | For | | For |
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AUTODESK, INC. |
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Security | | 052769106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | ADSK | | Meeting Date | | 11-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | US0527691069 | | Agenda | | 933075548 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1A | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CARL BASS | | Management | | For | | For |
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1B | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CRAWFORD W. BEVERIDGE | | Management | | For | | For |
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1C | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: J. HALLAM DAWSON | | Management | | For | | For |
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1D | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: PER-KRISTIAN HALVORSEN | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1E | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: SEAN M. MALONEY | | Management | | For | | For |
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1F | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: ELIZABETH A. NELSON | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
1G | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: CHARLES J. ROBEL | | Management | | For | | For |
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1H | | ELECTION OF DIRECTOR: STEVEN M. WEST | | Management | | For | | For |
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02 | | PROPOSAL TO RATIFY THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS AUTODESK’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JANUARY 31, 2010. | | Management | | For | | For |
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03 | | PROPOSAL TO APPROVE THE 2010 OUTSIDE DIRECTORS’ STOCK PLAN. | | Management | | Against | | Against |
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SALESFORCE.COM, INC. |
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Security | | 79466L302 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | CRM | | Meeting Date | | 11-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | US79466L3024 | | Agenda | | 933082682 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
01 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 CRAIG RAMSEY | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 SANFORD ROBERTSON | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 MAYNARD WEBB | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
02 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP AS THE COMPANY’S INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JANUARY 31, 2010. | | Management | | For | | For |
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INVERNESS MEDICAL INNOVATIONS, INC. |
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Security | | 46126P106 | | Meeting Type | | Annual |
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Ticker Symbol | | IMA | | Meeting Date | | 18-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | US46126P1066 | | Agenda | | 933082024 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
1 | | DIRECTOR | | Management | | | | |
| | | | |
| | 1 CAROL R. GOLDBERG | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 2 JAMES ROOSEVELT, JR. | | | | For | | For |
| | | | |
| | 3 RON ZWANZIGER | | | | For | | For |
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2 | | APPROVAL OF AN INCREASE TO THE NUMBER OF SHARES OF COMMON STOCK AVAILABLE FOR ISSUANCE UNDER THE INVERNESS MEDICAL INNOVATIONS, INC. 2001 STOCK OPTION AND INCENTIVE PLAN BY 1,000,000, FROM 11,074,081 TO 12,074,081. | | Management | | For | | For |
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3 | | APPROVAL OF AN INCREASE TO THE NUMBER OF SHARES OF COMMON STOCK AVAILABLE FOR ISSUANCE UNDER THE INVERNESS MEDICAL INNOVATIONS, INC. 2001 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN BY 1,000,000, FROM 1,000,000 TO 2,000,000. | | Management | | For | | For |
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4 | | RATIFICATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF BDO SEIDMAN, LLP AS OUR INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS FOR OUR FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009. | | Management | | For | | For |
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TOKYO ELECTRON LIMITED |
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Security | | J86957115 | | Meeting Type | | Annual General Meeting |
| | | |
Ticker Symbol | | | | Meeting Date | | 19-Jun-2009 |
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ISIN | | JP3571400005 | | Agenda | | 701974683 - Management |
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Item | | Proposal | | Type | | Vote | | For/Against Management |
| | Please reference meeting materials. | | Non-Voting | | | | |
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1. | | Amend Articles to: Approve Minor Revisions Related to Dematerialization of Shares and the other Updated Laws and Regulations | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.1 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.2 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.3 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.4 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.5 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
2.6 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.7 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.8 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.9 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.10 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.11 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.12 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
2.13 | | Appoint a Director | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.1 | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | For | | For |
| | | | |
3.2 | | Appoint a Corporate Auditor | | Management | | Against | | Against |
| | | | |
4. | | Approve Payment of Bonuses to Directors | | Management | | For | | For |
Manning & Napier Fund, Inc. Dividend Focus Series
PROXY VOTING RECORD
7/1/08-6/30/09
There were no matters relating to a portfolio security considered at any shareholder meeting held during the period covered by this report with respect to which the Manning & Napier Fund, Inc. Dividend Focus Series was entitled to vote.
Manning & Napier Fund, Inc. Target Income Series
PROXY VOTING RECORD
7/1/08-6/30/09
There were no matters relating to a portfolio security considered at any shareholder meeting held during the period covered by this report with respect to which the Manning & Napier Fund, Inc. Target Income Series was entitled to vote.
Manning & Napier Fund, Inc. Target 2010 Series
PROXY VOTING RECORD
7/1/08-6/30/09
There were no matters relating to a portfolio security considered at any shareholder meeting held during the period covered by this report with respect to which the Manning & Napier Fund, Inc. Target 2010 Series was entitled to vote.
Manning & Napier Fund, Inc. Target 2020 Series
PROXY VOTING RECORD
7/1/08-6/30/09
There were no matters relating to a portfolio security considered at any shareholder meeting held during the period covered by this report with respect to which the Manning & Napier Fund, Inc. Target 2020 Series was entitled to vote.
Manning & Napier Fund, Inc. Target 2030 Series
PROXY VOTING RECORD
7/1/08-6/30/09
There were no matters relating to a portfolio security considered at any shareholder meeting held during the period covered by this report with respect to which the Manning & Napier Fund, Inc. Target 2030 Series was entitled to vote.
Manning & Napier Fund, Inc. Target 2040 Series
PROXY VOTING RECORD
7/1/08-6/30/09
There were no matters relating to a portfolio security considered at any shareholder meeting held during the period covered by this report with respect to which the Manning & Napier Fund, Inc. Target 2040 Series was entitled to vote.
Manning & Napier Fund, Inc. Target 2050 Series
PROXY VOTING RECORD
7/1/08-6/30/09
There were no matters relating to a portfolio security considered at any shareholder meeting held during the period covered by this report with respect to which the Manning & Napier Fund, Inc. Target 2050 Series was entitled to vote.
SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Investment Company Act of 1940, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
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(Registrant) Manning & Napier Fund, Inc. | | | | |
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By (Signature and Title) | | /s/ B. Reuben Auspitz | | | | |
| | B. Reuben Auspitz | | | | |
| | President, Principal Executive Officer | | | | |
Date 8/24/09