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REGIONS FINANCIAL CORP — fact timeline

Source-grounded facts extracted from REGIONS FINANCIAL CORP's SEC 8-K filings across all families, newest first. Each cites a verbatim SEC excerpt.

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Shareholder Votes

REGIONS FINANCIAL CORP shareholders rejected Shareholder Proposal Relating to Special Shareholder Meeting.

“Proposal 8 — Shareholder Proposal Relating to Special Shareholder Meeting. Shareholders did not approve a shareholder proposal related to the ability of shareholders collectively owning at least 10% of the Company’s stock to call special meetings. As to this proposal, shareholders voted as follows: For Against Abstain Broker Non-Votes 284,758,029 363,915,357 3,410,648 96,019,464”
Shareholder Votes

REGIONS FINANCIAL CORP shareholders rejected Approval of Amendment to Certificate of Incorporation to Implement Other Miscellaneous Changes.

“Proposal 7 — Approval of Amendment to Certificate of Incorporation to Implement Other Miscellaneous Changes. Shareholders did not approve amendments to the Charter to implement certain other miscellaneous changes to update and modernize the Company’s Charter. As to this proposal, shareholders voted as follows: For Against Abstain Broker Non-Votes 622,953,157 27,076,065 2,054,812 96,019,464”
Shareholder Votes

REGIONS FINANCIAL CORP shareholders approved Approval of Amendment to Certificate of Incorporation to Limit Certain Liability of Officers as Permitted by Delaware Law.

“Proposal 6 — Approval of Amendment to Certificate of Incorporation to Limit Certain Liability of Officers as Permitted by Delaware Law. Shareholders approved amendments to the Charter to limit the liability of certain officers to the fullest extent permitted by the Delaware General Corporation Law. As to this proposal, shareholders voted as follows: For Against Abstain Broker Non-Votes 540,712,427 109,883,238 1,488,369 96,019,464”
Shareholder Votes

REGIONS FINANCIAL CORP shareholders approved Approval of Amendment to Certificate of Incorporation to Eliminate Certain Business Combination Restrictions and Related Supermajority Voting Standard.

“Proposal 5 — Approval of Amendment to Certificate of Incorporation to Eliminate Certain Business Combination Restrictions and Related Supermajority Voting Standard. Shareholders approved amendments to the Charter to eliminate certain business combination restrictions in the Charter and to eliminate the supermajority voting standard concerning certain business combinations under Section 203 of the Delaware General Corporation Law. As to this proposal, shareholders voted as follows: For Against Abstain Broker Non-Votes 645,300,139 4,960,621 1,823,274 96,019,464”
Shareholder Votes

REGIONS FINANCIAL CORP shareholders approved Approval of Amendment to Certificate of Incorporation to Eliminate Certain Supermajority Voting Requirements.

“Proposal 4 — Approval of Amendment to Certificate of Incorporation to Eliminate Certain Supermajority Voting Requirements. Shareholders approved amendments to the Charter to eliminate certain supermajority voting requirements. As to this proposal, shareholders voted as follows: For Against Abstain Broker Non-Votes 645,648,258 4,714,387 1,721,389 96,019,464”
Shareholder Votes

REGIONS FINANCIAL CORP shareholders approved Ratification of Appointment of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm.

“Proposal 3 — Ratification of Appointment of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm. Shareholders ratified the appointment of Ernst & Young LLP as Regions’ independent registered public accounting firm for fiscal year 2026. As to this ratification, shareholders voted as follows: For Against Abstain Broker Non-Votes 704,155,225 42,885,714 1,062,559 0”
Shareholder Votes

REGIONS FINANCIAL CORP shareholders approved Advisory Approval of Executive Compensation.

“Proposal 2 — Advisory Approval of Executive Compensation. Regions’ executive compensation program received annual advisory approval from shareholders. As to this advisory approval, shareholders voted as follows: For Against Abstain Broker Non-Votes 609,234,304 39,891,038 2,958,692 96,019,464”
Shareholder Votes

REGIONS FINANCIAL CORP shareholders approved Election of Directors.

“At the 2026 Annual Meeting, Regions’ shareholders elected each of Regions’ 13 Director nominees”
Governance Changes

REGIONS FINANCIAL CORP: The Board approved amendments to the By-Laws consistent with the supermajority amendment, providing that By-Laws may be amended by a majority vote of outstanding shares (effective 2026-05-06).

“In connection with the Charter Amendments, the Board approved certain amendments (the “By-Law Amendments”) to the Company’s By-Laws (as so amended and restated, the “Amended By-Laws”) consistent with the Supermajority Amendment.”
Governance Changes

REGIONS FINANCIAL CORP: Shareholders approved amendments to the Certificate of Incorporation to eliminate certain supermajority voting requirements, eliminate business combination restrictions, and limit officer liability (effective 2026-05-11).

“At the Annual Meeting of Shareholders held by Regions Financial Corporation (“Regions” or the “Company”) on May 6, 2026 (the “2026 Annual Meeting”), the Company’s shareholders approved certain amendments (the “Charter Amendments”) to the Company’s Certificate of Incorporation (the “Charter”).”
Earnings Releases

REGIONS FINANCIAL CORP reported the quarter ended March 31, 2026 results: revenue $1.9 billion, net income $539 million, EPS $0.62.

“Regions Reports earnings of $539 million and EPS of $0.62 in 1Q 2026 $1.9 billion in total revenue reflects 5 percent year-over-year growth.”
Governance Changes

REGIONS FINANCIAL CORP: Amended By-Laws to allow 25% stockholders to request a special meeting, modify advance notice provisions, and define officers for indemnification (effective 2026-02-04).

“On February 4, 2026, the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Regions Financial Corporation (the “Company”) approved and adopted amendments (the “Amendments”) to the Company’s Amended and Restated By-Laws (the “By-Laws”).”
Governance Changes

REGIONS FINANCIAL CORP: Eliminated Certificate of Designations for Non-Cumulative Perpetual Preferred Stock, Series D following redemption of all outstanding shares (effective 2025-06-17).

“On June 17, 2025, Regions Financial Corporation (the “Company”) filed a Certificate of Elimination with the Secretary of State of the State of Delaware effecting the elimination of the Certificate of Designations (the “Certificate of Designations”) relating to the Company’s Non-Cumulative Perpetual Preferred Stock, Series D (the “Series D Preferred Stock”).”

Brian R. Willman was appointed as Senior Executive Vice President, Head of Corporate Banking Group at REGIONS FINANCIAL CORP.

“The Company has appointed Brian R. Willman to serve as Senior Executive Vice President, Head of Corporate Banking Group of the Company, effective upon Mr. Smith’s retirement.”

Ronald G. Smith departed as Senior Executive Vice President, Head of Corporate Banking Group at REGIONS FINANCIAL CORP.

“On August 12, 2024, Ronald G. Smith, Senior Executive Vice President, Head of Corporate Banking Group of Regions Financial Corporation (the “Company”), notified the Company of his intent to retire from the Company on or around December 31, 2024.”
Earnings Releases

REGIONS FINANCIAL CORP reported first quarter 2024 results: revenue $1.7B, net income $343M, EPS $0.37. Guidance initiated.

“1Q24 Reported Adjusted(1) Net Income Available to Common Shareholders $343M Diluted Earnings Per Share $0.37 Total Revenue $1.7B $1.8B Non-Interest Expense $1.1B $1.1B Pre-Tax Pre-Provision Income(1) $616M $700M Efficiency Ratio 64.3% 60.6% Net-Charge Offs / Avg Loans 0.50% 0.50%”
Shareholder Votes

REGIONS FINANCIAL CORP shareholders rejected Shareholder Proposal Relating to a Report on Risks of Politicized De-Banking at the 2024-04-17 meeting.

“Shareholders did not approve the shareholder proposal relating to a report on risks of politicized de-banking.”
Shareholder Votes

REGIONS FINANCIAL CORP shareholders approved Advisory Vote on Frequency of Future Advisory Votes on Executive Compensation at the 2024-04-17 meeting.

“Shareholders expressed a preference to hold future advisory votes on executive compensation on an annual basis.”
Shareholder Votes

REGIONS FINANCIAL CORP shareholders approved Advisory Vote on Executive Compensation at the 2024-04-17 meeting.

“Regions’ executive compensation program received annual advisory approval from shareholders.”
Shareholder Votes

REGIONS FINANCIAL CORP shareholders approved Ratification of Appointment of Ernst & Young LLP as independent registered public accounting firm for fiscal year 2024 at the 2024-04-17 meeting.

“Shareholders ratified the appointment of Ernst & Young LLP as Regions’ independent registered public accounting firm for fiscal year 2024.”
Shareholder Votes

REGIONS FINANCIAL CORP shareholders approved Election of 13 Director nominees at the 2024-04-17 meeting.

“Each of Regions’ 13 incumbent Directors, listed below, was elected to serve as a Director of Regions for a term of one year, which will expire at the 2025 Annual Meeting of Shareholders, and until their successors are duly elected and qualified, or their earlier retirement, resignation, or removal.”

William C. Rhodes, III was appointed as Director at REGIONS FINANCIAL CORP.

“On February 14, 2024, the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Regions Financial Corporation (“Regions” or the “Company”) appointed William C. Rhodes, III to the Board, such appointment to be effective on March 1, 2024.”
Earnings Releases

REGIONS FINANCIAL CORP updated its 4Q23 guidance (reaffirmed).

“4th Quarter Earnings Conference Call January 19th, 2024 2 2023 Overview Continue to deliver consistent, sustainable long-term performance”
Earnings Releases

REGIONS FINANCIAL CORP reported Third quarter 2023 results: revenue $1.9B, net income $465M, EPS $0.49.

“Third quarter 2023 overview Continue to generate consistent, sustainable long-term performance (1) Non-GAAP, see appendix for reconciliation. Key Performance Metrics 3Q23 Reported Net Income Available to Common Shareholders $465M Diluted Earnings Per Share $0.49 Total Revenue $1.9B Non-Interest Expense $1.1B Pre-Tax Pre-Provision Income(1) $764M Efficiency Ratio 58.5% Net-Charge Offs / Avg Loans 0.40%”
Governance Changes

REGIONS FINANCIAL CORP: Amended and Restated By-Laws to revise procedural and disclosure requirements for stockholder director nominations, conform to Delaware General Corporation Law updates, and make other clarifying changes (effective 2023-10-18).

“On October 18, 2023, the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Regions Financial Corporation (the “Company”) approved and adopted amendments (the “Amendments”) to the Company’s Amended and Restated By-Laws (the “By-Laws”) to revise and implement certain procedural and disclosure requirements for the Company’s stockholders proposing director nominations for consideration at the Company’s annual or special meetings.”

Russell Zusi was appointed as Senior Executive Vice President, Chief Risk Officer at REGIONS FINANCIAL CORP.

“The Company has appointed Russell Zusi as Senior Executive Vice President, Chief Risk Officer of the Company, effective as of the commencement of his employment with the Company, which is expected to occur on or around January 2, 2024.”

C. Matthew Lusco departed as Senior Executive Vice President, Chief Risk Officer at REGIONS FINANCIAL CORP.

“C. Matthew Lusco, Senior Executive Vice President, Chief Risk Officer of Regions Financial Corporation (the “Company”), notified the Company of his intent to retire from the Company on or around December 31, 2023.”
Earnings Releases

REGIONS FINANCIAL CORP reported Second quarter 2023 results: revenue $2.0B, net income $556M, EPS $0.59.

“2Q23 Reported Net Income Available to Common Shareholders $556M Diluted Earnings Per Share $0.59 Total Revenue $2.0B”

Alison S. Rand was appointed as Director at REGIONS FINANCIAL CORP.

“On July 19, 2023, the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Regions Financial Corporation (“Regions” or the “Company”) appointed Alison S. Rand to the Board, such appointment to be effective on October 1, 2023.”
Earnings Releases

REGIONS FINANCIAL CORP reported 1Q23 results: revenue $2.0B, net income $588M, EPS $0.62.

“1Q23 Reported Net Income Available to Common Shareholders $588M Diluted Earnings Per Share $0.62 Total Revenue $2.0B”
Shareholder Votes

REGIONS FINANCIAL CORP shareholders approved Advisory Vote on Executive Compensation at the 2023-04-19 meeting.

“Proposal 3 — Advisory Vote on Executive Compensation. Regions’ executive compensation program received annual advisory approval from shareholders. As to this advisory approval, shareholders voted as follows: For Against Abstain Broker Non-Votes 639,137,632 62,417,286 4,495,896 113,182,230”
Shareholder Votes

REGIONS FINANCIAL CORP shareholders approved Ratification of Appointment of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm at the 2023-04-19 meeting.

“Proposal 2 — Ratification of Appointment of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm. Shareholders ratified the appointment of Ernst & Young LLP as Regions’ independent registered public accounting firm for fiscal year 2023. As to this ratification, shareholders voted as follows: For Against Abstain Broker Non-Votes 780,161,581 37,960,767 1,110,696 0”
Shareholder Votes

REGIONS FINANCIAL CORP shareholders approved Election of 13 Director nominees at the 2023-04-19 meeting.

“Proposal 1 — Election of Directors. Each of Regions’ 13 incumbent Directors, listed below, was elected to serve as a Director of Regions for a term of one year, which will expire at the 2024 Annual Meeting of Shareholders or upon the due election and qualification of a successor. As to each Director nominee’s election, shareholders voted as follows: For Against Abstain Broker Non-Votes Mark A. Crosswhite 697,407,370 7,488,910 1,154,534 113,182,230 Noopur Davis 701,785,912 3,137,573 1,127,329 113,182,230 Zhanna Golodryga 637,675,014 67,175,746 1,200,054 113,182,230 J. Thomas Hill 698,937,204 5,989,545 1,124,065 113,182,230 John D. Johns 695,655,336 9,247,054 1,148,424 113,182,230 Joia M. Johnson 686,528,246 18,376,319 1,146,249 113,182,230 Ruth Ann Marshall 671,155,347 33,866,018 1,029,449 113,182,230 Charles D. McCrary 660,786,832 44,091,732 1,172,250 113,182,230 James T. Prokopanko 682,787,862 22,055,736 1,207,216 113,182,230 Lee J. Styslinger III 670,581,401 34,312,588 1,156,825 113,”
Earnings Releases

REGIONS FINANCIAL CORP reported FY22 results: revenue $7.2B, net income $2.1B, EPS $2.28.

“Net Income Available to Common Shareholders $2.1B Diluted Earnings Per Share $2.28 Total Revenue $7.2B”
Earnings Releases

REGIONS FINANCIAL CORP updated its 2023 guidance (reaffirmed).

“Expect 2023 reported ending loan balances to grow ~4% compared to 2022”
Earnings Releases

REGIONS FINANCIAL CORP reported 4Q22 FY22 results: revenue $2.0B, net income $660M, EPS $0.70.

“Net Income Available to Common Shareholders $660M $2.1B Diluted Earnings Per Share $0.70 $2.28 Total Revenue $2.0B $2.0B $7.2B $7.2B”

J. Thomas Hill was appointed as Director at REGIONS FINANCIAL CORP.

“On June 21, 2022, the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Regions Financial Corporation (“Regions” or the “Company”) appointed Mark A. Crosswhite, Noopur Davis and J. Thomas Hill to the Board, such appointment to be effective on July 1, 2022.”

Noopur Davis was appointed as Director at REGIONS FINANCIAL CORP.

“On June 21, 2022, the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Regions Financial Corporation (“Regions” or the “Company”) appointed Mark A. Crosswhite, Noopur Davis and J. Thomas Hill to the Board, such appointment to be effective on July 1, 2022.”

Mark A. Crosswhite was appointed as Director at REGIONS FINANCIAL CORP.

“On June 21, 2022, the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Regions Financial Corporation (“Regions” or the “Company”) appointed Mark A. Crosswhite, Noopur Davis and J. Thomas Hill to the Board, such appointment to be effective on July 1, 2022.”

Karin Allen was appointed as Assistant Controller and Chief Accounting Officer at REGIONS FINANCIAL CORP.

“The Company also announced that, effective upon Mr. Kimbrough’s retirement, it has appointed Anil Chadha as Controller of the Company and Karin Allen as Assistant Controller and Chief Accounting Officer.”

Anil Chadha was appointed as Controller at REGIONS FINANCIAL CORP.

“The Company also announced that, effective upon Mr. Kimbrough’s retirement, it has appointed Anil Chadha as Controller of the Company and Karin Allen as Assistant Controller and Chief Accounting Officer.”

Brad Kimbrough retired as Controller and Chief Accounting Officer at REGIONS FINANCIAL CORP.

“Brad Kimbrough has provided notice of his intent to retire from his position as Controller and Chief Accounting Officer of the Company, effective February 28, 2022.”

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