Rieter Holding Ltd. successfully held its 135th Annual General Meeting on April 16, 2026, with shareholders approving all proposals presented by the Board of Directors.
A total of 342 shareholders, representing 64.0% of the company’s share capital, participated in the meeting, demonstrating strong investor engagement and confidence in the company’s governance and strategy.
Key Approvals and Decisions
Shareholders approved the Annual Report, Financial Statements, and Consolidated Financial Statements for 2025. They also granted discharge to the Board of Directors and the Group Executive Committee for their performance during the financial year.
In addition, the Remuneration Report 2025 and the Report on Non-Financial Matters were accepted in consultative votes, reflecting alignment on transparency and sustainability initiatives.
Dividend Waiver and Governance Updates
In line with the Board’s recommendation, shareholders approved the waiver of dividend distribution. Amendments to the Articles of Association were also passed, reinforcing the company’s governance framework.
Board and Leadership Re-Elections
All members of the Board of Directors were re-elected for another one-year term, including:
- Thomas Oetterli (re-elected as Chairman)
- Peter Spuhler
- Roger Baillod
- Carl Illi
- Sarah Kreienbühl
- Daniel Grieder
- Jennifer Maag
Members of the Remuneration Committee—Sarah Kreienbühl, Daniel Grieder, and Roger Baillod—were also re-elected.
Auditor Reappointment
Shareholders approved the reappointment of KPMG AG as statutory auditors for the financial year starting January 1, 2026.
Outlook
The AGM outcomes reflect strong shareholder support for Rieter’s strategic direction, governance structure, and leadership continuity as the company moves forward in the global textile machinery market.