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This information is based on a press release statement and reflects the proceedings and outcomes of Guidewire (NYSE:GWRE) Software (ETR:SOWGn), Inc.'s annual meeting as documented in their recent 8-K filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
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In addition, the stockholders approved the compensation of the company's named executive officers and the Guidewire Software, Inc. 2024 Employee Stock Purchase Plan. The meeting saw participation from holders of 77,798,798 shares, representing a majority of the issued and outstanding shares and establishing a quorum as per the company's bylaws. The company maintains a strong financial position, with InvestingPro analysis showing a healthy current ratio of 2.66 and revenue growth of 12.92% in the last twelve months.
The election of directors was met with significant support, with Michael C. Keller, Mike Rosenbaum, Mark V. Anquillare, David S. Bauer, Margaret Dillon, Paul Lavin, Catherine P. Lego, and Rajani Ramanathan securing their positions for the upcoming term. The advisory vote on the compensation of named executive officers also passed, alongside the approval of the new employee stock purchase plan.
The ratification of KPMG LLP as the company's auditor for the upcoming fiscal year was approved with 77,268,311 votes in favor, 510,248 against, and 20,239 abstaining. No broker non-votes were recorded for this proposal.
In other recent news, Guidewire has been the subject of various analysts' reports. DA Davidson raised its price target for Guidewire following a strong fiscal first-quarter performance and updated fiscal 2025 financial guidance, maintaining a Buy rating on the stock. BofA Securities, on the other hand, maintained its Underperform rating on Guidewire, despite the company's solid performance and strong gross margin expansion to 60.8%.
RBC Capital Markets increased its price target for Guidewire, citing the company's strong financial performance and the closing of five Tier-1 cloud deals. Stifel also raised its price target, noting Guidewire's strong start to the fiscal year, underlined by nine cloud deals, including five with Tier 1 clients. Lastly, Raymond (NS:RYMD) James adjusted its financial outlook for Guidewire, increasing the price target and maintaining an Outperform rating on the shares.
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