TEX.NYSETerex CORP
DEF 14A: Terex Corporation Announces Annual Meeting of Stockholders, Director Elections and Executive Compensation on the Agenda
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Proxy Statement
Terex Corporation will hold its Annual Meeting of Stockholders on May 23, 2024, featuring director elections, an advisory vote on executive compensation, and ratification of the independent auditor.
Better than expectedThe company's three-year total stockholder return (2021-2023) was approximately 62% (ranked at the 76th percentile in the Benchmark Companies).Earnings per share increased from $4.32 to over $7.Operating margin increased from 9.5% to over 12%.The Company increased its dividend by 31%.The Company generated $366 million of free cash flow, an increase of $214 million over the prior year.The Company generated a return on invested capital of 29%.
Summary
- Terex Corporation will hold its Annual Meeting of Stockholders virtually on May 23, 2024.
- Stockholders will vote on the election of eight directors, an advisory vote on executive compensation, and the ratification of KPMG LLP as the independent registered public accounting firm for 2024.
- The record date for determining stockholders eligible to vote is March 27, 2024.
- The company encourages stockholders to vote via the internet, telephone, or by mail.
- Terex is a global manufacturer of materials processing machinery and aerial work platforms with 2023 net sales of $5.2 billion.
- In 2023, Terex achieved a 29% return on invested capital, $637 million in operating income, and $366 million in free cash flow.
- The company returned $104 million to shareholders through share repurchases and dividends in 2023.
- The Board of Directors consists of a majority of independent directors and oversees sustainability and cybersecurity efforts.
- The company is committed to creating a culture of inclusion and has implemented various DEI initiatives.
- The Compensation and Human Capital Committee maintains DEI responsibilities and is updated regularly on many aspects of such.
Sentiment
Score: 8
Explanation: The document presents a positive outlook with strong financial performance metrics and a commitment to corporate governance and sustainability. The company's engagement with stockholders and focus on DEI initiatives further contribute to a favorable sentiment.
Positives
- Terex achieved a 29% return on invested capital in 2023.
- The company generated $366 million in free cash flow in 2023.
- Terex returned $104 million to shareholders through share repurchases and dividends in 2023.
- The Board of Directors consists of a majority of independent directors.
- The company is committed to creating a culture of inclusion and has implemented various DEI initiatives.
- The company has a clawback policy and additional clawback provisions in its incentive compensation plan.
- The company prohibits Terex team members and directors from making short sales of Terex securities and from engaging in speculative trading in Terex securities.
Risks
- The document mentions the volatility and cyclicality of the company's business and industry, which could impact future performance.
- The document mentions the need to avoid excessive or unnecessary risk taking, which could limit potential growth opportunities.
Future Outlook
The document does not contain specific forward-looking financial guidance, but it outlines the company's sustainability strategy and goals.
Management Comments
- The Terex Board is committed to ethical conduct and good corporate governance.
- Our Board oversees the strategic direction of the Company, promotes the long-term interests of our shareholders, and drives management accountability.
- We firmly believe that diversity of background, thought, and experience cultivates innovation and better decision-making.
Industry Context
Terex operates in the materials processing machinery and aerial work platforms industry, competing with other manufacturers in North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia. The company's focus on sustainability and customer solutions aligns with broader industry trends.
Comparison to Industry Standards
- The document benchmarks executive compensation against a peer group of similarly-sized general industry companies, including Allison Transmission Holdings, Inc., Dover Corporation, Kennametal Inc., and The Manitowoc Company, Inc.
- The company aims to provide a total compensation opportunity that approximates the 50th percentile of the Benchmark Companies.
- The company's three-year total stockholder return (2021-2023) was approximately 62% (ranked at the 76th percentile in the Benchmark Companies).
Management Changes
| Role | Previous Person | New Person | Effective Date | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chairman and Chief Executive Officer | John L. Garrison, Jr. | Simon Meester | January 1, 2024 | Retirement of John L. Garrison, Jr. |
| President, Genie | Simon Meester | Joshua Gross | January 1, 2024 | Promotion of Simon Meester to President and Chief Executive Officer |
Corporate Governance
| Change Type | Description | Effective Date | Impact Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Board Leadership Structure | Separation of the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer positions, with David A. Sachs elected as Non-Executive Chairman. | January 1, 2024 | Allows the new CEO to focus on management and operations while benefiting from the experience of the Non-Executive Chairman. |
| Compensation Recoupment Policy | The Board and Committee adopted the Terex Corporation Clawback Policy, which adheres to the rules of the SEC and the listing standards of the NYSE. | 2023 | The Clawback Policy requires the Board/Committee to recoup certain incentive-based compensation granted to, paid to or deferred by current and former Section 16 officers of the Company (Covered Officer(s)) in the event the Company is required to prepare an accounting restatement due to material noncompliance with any financial reporting requirement under the securities laws. |
| Compensation Recoupment Policy | In 2024, the Committee determined that additional clawback language should be included in all of the Company's long-term time-based and performance-based incentive awards, as well as the Company's annual incentive awards under the 2018 Omnibus Plan. | 2024 | The terms of such award agreements now provide that the Committee may recoup incentive-based compensation if: (i) the award recipient intentionally violates his or her fiduciary duty to the Company, or a written policy of the Company, including, without limitation, the Company's code of ethics and conduct, and any written policy related to harassment, discrimination or retaliation; (ii) the award recipient engages in conduct, or oversees a team member who engages in conduct, and knew of or was willfully blind to such conduct, that could give rise to a termination for cause (even if the Company does not actually terminate the team member); (iii) the award recipient breaches the terms of any confidentiality or other restrictive covenant term or agreement, in each case, owed to or in favor of the Company; or (iv) the award recipient commits any act or omission which is, or is reasonably likely to be, materially adverse or injurious (financially, reputationally or otherwise) to the Company or any of its affiliates. |
Stakeholder Impact
- Shareholders: The company's financial performance and return of capital through share repurchases and dividends positively impact shareholders.
- Employees: The company's commitment to DEI and a safe workplace benefits employees.
- Customers: The company's focus on providing solutions that yield superior productivity and return on investment benefits customers.
- Suppliers: The company's engagement with suppliers through all stages of the product life cycle impacts suppliers.
- Creditors: The company's strong financial performance and free cash flow enhance its creditworthiness.
Next Steps
- Stockholders are urged to vote their proxies.
- The Board will consider the results of the advisory vote on executive compensation when making future decisions.
- The Board and the Governance, Nominating and Corporate Responsibility Committee will continue to review the Guidelines annually and may make changes as they determine are necessary and appropriate.
Key Dates
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| March 27, 2024 | Record date for determining stockholders entitled to notice of, and to vote at, the Annual Meeting |
| April 5, 2024 | Mailing date of the Notice of Internet Availability of Proxy Materials |
| May 23, 2024 | Date of the Annual Meeting of Stockholders |
| December 6, 2024 | Deadline for receipt of stockholder proposals for inclusion in the 2025 proxy statement |
| January 23, 2025 | Earliest date for stockholder notice to nominate a director or propose business at the 2025 annual meeting |
| February 22, 2025 | Latest date for stockholder notice to nominate a director or propose business at the 2025 annual meeting |
| March 24, 2025 | Deadline for stockholders to provide notice of intent to solicit proxies in support of director nominees other than the Company's nominees |
Keywords
Terex, Annual Meeting, Stockholders, Directors, Executive Compensation, KPMG, Corporate Governance, Sustainability, DEI, Financial Performance
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