Why is Glass Lewis accepting peers?
Each year Glass Lewis invites public companies listed in the U.S. and Canada to submit their self-disclosed peer groups used to set executive compensation levels. These peers are considered in our proprietary peer group methodology, which drive the A-F grades of our executive compensation model.
Companies should only submit their compensation peer group if the most recently public disclosed group differs from that which was disclosed in the proxy statement for the company’s most recently held annual general meeting.
There is no need to submit peers if you believe Glass Lewis has details of your most recent publicly disclosed peer group.
Methodology Update
Glass Lewis uses Diligent Intel governance data. Read more about the methodology and weighting under our peer methodology page or visit our blog on the topic.
What is the deadline for peer group updates?
The most recent submission window will close Thursday, August 15, 2024 (PT).
How do I submit my peer group?
Click on the “Submit Now” button at the top right of this page and follow the instructions to share your updates.
Should I send Glass Lewis a peer group if I have no changes since my most recent public disclosure?
No. There is no need to submit peers if you believe Glass Lewis has details of your most recent publicly disclosed peer group. Where peers are not submitted by your company, Glass Lewis will rely upon the compensation peer group that was disclosed in the proxy statement for your most recently held annual general meeting.
Why should we submit our peers?
Reasons you might wish to submit:
- You recently disclosed an updated peer group on your website, Form 8-K, or elsewhere in the public domain, but it’s not in your latest Form DEF 14A or Management Information Circular.
- Your most recent proxy statement includes two peer groups (e.g., one for 2023 and another for 2024). Confirm your preferred peer group for Glass Lewis’ peer group selection process by submitting it.
- You publicly disclosed your 2023 peer group with changes for 2024, but without listing the full 2024 group. Submit an update to confirm the 2024 peer group.
Should I include more than one peer group?
No. Please focus on submitting the most relevant and publicly disclosed peer group used to set executive compensation levels.
Should I include private companies?
No. We do not include private companies in our assessment of peer groups.
Any other questions?
Get in touch with our team by emailing engage@glasslewis.com.