NextEra Energy (NEE) shareholders approved all proposals for the company’s planned merger with Dominion Energy during a special meeting on September 3, 2026.
The vote authorizes the issuance of NextEra Energy common stock to Dominion Energy shareholders. Investors approved a charter amendment to increase authorized common shares to 5 billion. This represents an increase from the previous limit of 3.2 billion shares.
This all-stock transaction was originally announced in May 2026. The merger remains subject to regulatory approvals. Management expects the deal to close within 12 to 18 months.