Pascal Soriot, AstraZeneca's CEO, Gains Close to 9,000 Ordinary Shares via Performance Share Plan Payout

AstraZeneca, the global biopharmaceutical titan, have announced that its Chief Executive Officer, Pascal Soriot, has added almost 9,000 ordinary shares to his investment portfolio. This significant move occurred on 21 May 2025, as part of the AstraZeneca Performance Share Plan (AZPSP), which came into effect in 2020. Soriot has been a leading figure at the helm of AstraZeneca, helping shepherd the company towards ground-breaking discoveries in crucial medicinal sectors, from oncology to immunology.
23-05-2025

AstraZeneca AGM Showdown: All Resolutions Passed while Key Board Members Retire

Dramatic moments unfolded at the AstraZeneca 2025 Annual General Meeting, not least of which was the passage of all proposed resolutions. From the reappointment of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as auditors to the confirmation of the 2024 interim dividends, all matters up for consideration achieved robust support from voting stakeholders.

Several resolutions were specifically passed as special resolutions, and crucially, all other proposals received approval as ordinary resolutions, proving a united front among AstraZeneca shareholders. Voting transparency was further underlined by recording votes cast against each resolution, as part of a broader push towards corporate openness.

The agenda carried immense importance for shareholders, as a raft of director re-elections loomed. Notable personalities, including Pascal Soriot and Sheri McCoy, retained their posts, testifying to their respect among stakeholders. New appointees like Birgit Conix and Karen Knudsen were also warmingly welcomed into the directorial fold with overwhelming votes in favour.

11-04-2025