Deutsche Bank AG Annual General Meeting and Shareholder Returns

Deutsche Bank AG announced its 2026 Annual General Meeting (AGM) details, scheduled for May 28, 2026. The Management Board and Supervisory Board are proposing a dividend of €1.00 per share for the 2025 financial year, representing a significant increase from the previous year. This, combined with a €1.0 billion share buyback program, aims to return substantial capital to shareholders. The meeting will also address the election of Supervisory Board members, including proposals for the re-election of Alexander Wynaendts and Yngve Slyngstad, and the election of Carsten Knobel. Additionally, adjustments to Supervisory Board compensation are proposed to ensure competitiveness and attract qualified members. The AGM will cover other key resolutions, including the election of auditors for the 2026 financial year and the approval of the compensation report. Shareholders will have opportunities to participate in person and virtually. The bank also provided details on the proposed authorization for acquiring own shares and the use of derivatives, as well as the proposed changes to the articles of association regarding Supervisory Board compensation.