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# Microchip holds annual shareholder meeting, backs 12 million-share increase to equity plan

-   Microchip held its annual shareholder meeting on Aug. 18, 2026, with investors backing a refreshed 2004 Equity Incentive Plan. \* Shareholders adopted an amended and restated plan that lifts the share pool authorized for issuance by 12 million shares; issuance will occur only if granted. \* Investors also ratified Ernst & Young LLP as independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2027. Disclaimer: This news brief was created by Public Technologies (PUBT) using generative artificial intelligence. While PUBT strives to provide accurate and timely information, this AI-generated content is for informational purposes only and should not be interpreted as financial, investment, or legal advice. Microchip Technology Incorporated published the original content used to generate this news brief via EDGAR, the Electronic Data Gathering, Analysis, and Retrieval system operated by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (Ref. ID: 0000827054-26-000042), on August 19, 2026, and is solely responsible for the information contained therein. © Copyright 2026 - Public Technologies (PUBT) Original Document: here

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