Shareholder influence

Shareholders are not only interested in a good long-term return on their investment, but also in having a say in decision-making. ING strives for a modern corporate governance strategy that takes into account the interests of all its stakeholders, including shareholders.

Voting rights

Each share in the capital of ING Groep N.V. gives entitlement to cast one vote. The voting rights can be exercised by the shareholder during general meetings.

Shareholders may also exercise their voting rights even if they do not attend a shareholders’ meeting by granting a proxy to a third party.

Appointment members Executive Board and Supervisory Board

The general meeting is entitled to appoint and dismiss Executive Board and Supervisory Board members, based on a binding nomination from the Supervisory Board.

Annual accounts

The general meeting is entitled to determine the annual accounts of ING Groep N.V.