Company: SFB
Filing Date: 2025-04-25
Form Type: DEF 14A
Source: 0001193125-25-094691
Chunk: 22

Company: STIFEL FINANCIAL CORP
Filing Date: 2025-04-25
Form: DEF 14A
Chunk 22
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 goal could be compromised by a strictly formulaic program, which might incentivize executives to place undue focus on achieving specific metrics at the expense of others. |

| u |     | Strictly formulaic compensation would not permit adjustments based on less quantifiable factors such as unexpected external events or individual performance. |

| u |     | Equity-based awards comprise a significant portion of annual variable compensation for our named executive officers and are designed to ensure long-term alignment without the disadvantages of purely formulaic compensation. |

| COMMITTEE PRINCIPLES |

Our executive compensation strategy is designed to advance Stifel’s goal of being a premier wealth management and investment banking company. Stifel is an entrepreneurial meritocracy that manages its risks conservatively. We take advantage of opportunities, whether they present themselves as organic growth prospects, as talent to attract or as businesses to acquire. Accordingly, the Committee’s executive compensation program emphasizes compensation that is aligned with our company’s performance.

| Pay for  Performance                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        |     | Focus on Long-  Term Shareholder  Interests                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 |     | Pay to Retain                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               
 and Attract Talent                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          |     | Maintain Compensation Governance                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          |
| u   A substantial majority of named executive officer pay is based on performance and delivered through cash and equity vehicles tied to annual or multiple-year future performance or retention that align our interests with the interests of our shareholders   u   CEO pay reflects Company performance |     | u   Our program encourages share ownership and includes performance measures that enhance long-term shareholder value   u   Since 1997, a significant portion of named executive officer pay is deferred or conditioned on retention and, along with our stock ownership guidelines, has led to significant share ownership |     | u   Financial services is a highly competitive industry; we work to configure and size pay prudently to attract and retain top talent   u   The Committee reviews pay among competitors, but does not target a specific percentile when approving compensation for named executive officers |     | u   The Committee is composed of 3 independent directors and met regularly in 2024   u   The Committee utilizes the services of an independent compensation consultant   u   Independent consultant gathers competitive information on pay and performance so that the Committee is aware of current market