Barings Corporate Investors and Barings Participation Investors Announce 2024 Annual Meeting

TL;DR

<b>Barings Corporate Investors and Barings Participation Investors will hold their 2024 Annual Meeting of Shareholders on May 16, 2024, via remote electronic means.</b>

AI Summary

BARINGS PARTICIPATION INVESTORS (MPV) filed a Proxy Statement (DEF 14A) with the SEC on March 27, 2024. The 2024 Annual Meeting of Shareholders for Barings Corporate Investors (MCI) and Barings Participation Investors (MPV) will be held on May 16, 2024, at 8:00 a.m. ET. The meeting will be conducted entirely via remote electronic means. Shareholders are instructed to vote via the internet or by completing and mailing a proxy card. The filing is a Definitive Proxy Statement (DEF 14A) filed on March 27, 2024. Both entities are registered under the 1934 Act and have SEC file numbers 811-02183 (MCI) and 811-05531 (MPV).

Why It Matters

For investors and stakeholders tracking BARINGS PARTICIPATION INVESTORS, this filing contains several important signals. This DEF 14A filing provides shareholders with essential information and voting instructions for the upcoming annual meeting, allowing them to participate in corporate governance. The use of remote electronic means for the meeting reflects modern practices for shareholder engagement and accessibility.

Risk Assessment

Risk Level: low — BARINGS PARTICIPATION INVESTORS shows low risk based on this filing. The filing is a routine proxy statement for an annual meeting, with no immediate financial or operational risks indicated.

Analyst Insight

Shareholders should review the proxy materials and vote their shares by the deadline to ensure their participation in the annual meeting.

Key Numbers

• May 16, 2024 — Annual Meeting Date (2024 Annual Meeting of Shareholders)
• 8:00 a.m. ET — Annual Meeting Time (2024 Annual Meeting of Shareholders)
• DEF 14A — Filing Type (Schedule 14A Proxy Statement)
• 20240327 — Filing Date (Conformed Submission Date)

Key Players & Entities

• Barings Corporate Investors (company) — Registrant
• Barings Participation Investors (company) — Registrant
• MCI (company) — Abbreviation for Barings Corporate Investors
• MPV (company) — Abbreviation for Barings Participation Investors
• May 16, 2024 (date) — Date of Annual Meeting
• March 27, 2024 (date) — Filing Date
• 300 South Tryon Street, Suite 2500 Charlotte, North Carolina, 28202 (address) — Business and Mail Address
• 704-805-7200 (phone) — Business Phone Number

FAQ

Industry Context

Barings Corporate Investors and Barings Participation Investors are investment companies that hold annual shareholder meetings to vote on corporate matters.

Regulatory Implications

The filing is made under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, specifically Rule 14a-101, which governs proxy statements.

What Investors Should Do

1. Review the proxy statement for details on proposals and voting procedures.
2. Vote your shares electronically or by mail by the deadline.
3. Attend the virtual annual meeting on May 16, 2024, if desired.

Key Dates

• 2024-05-16: Annual Meeting of Shareholders — Shareholders will vote on company matters.
• 2024-03-27: Filing Date — The DEF 14A proxy statement was filed.

Year-Over-Year Comparison

This is the initial filing for the 2024 Annual Meeting of Shareholders, following the standard DEF 14A format.

Key Financial Figures

• $30,000,000 — shares of MCI by reason of it owning a $30,000,000 Senior Fixed Rate Convertible Note due
• $15,000,000 — shares of MPV by reason of it owning a $15,000,000 Senior Floating Rate Convertible Note d

Filing Documents

• cipidef14a2024.htm (DEF 14A) — 198KB
• apacini-electronicsignatur.jpg (GRAPHIC) — 15KB
• cover1.jpg (GRAPHIC) — 10KB
• cover2.jpg (GRAPHIC) — 10KB
• proxycard1.jpg (GRAPHIC) — 66KB
• proxycard2.jpg (GRAPHIC) — 55KB
• proxycard3.jpg (GRAPHIC) — 69KB
• proxycard4.jpg (GRAPHIC) — 60KB
• signature2.jpg (GRAPHIC) — 10KB
• 0001628280-24-013303.txt (&nbsp;) — 590KB

From the Filing

DEF 14A 1 cipidef14a2024.htm DEF 14A Document UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (RULE 14a-101) PROXY STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 14(A) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Filed by the Registrant Filed by a Party other than the Registrant Check the appropriate box Preliminary Proxy Statement Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) Definitive Proxy Statement Definitive Additional Materials Soliciting Material Pursuant to Section 240.14a-12 Barings Corporate Investors Barings Participation Investors (Names of Registrants as Specified in their Charters) (Name of Person(s) Filing Proxy Statement, if Other Than the Registrant) Payment of Filing Fee (Check the appropriate box) No Fee Required. Fee paid previously with preliminary materials. Fee computed on table in exhibit per Exchange Act Rules 14a-6(i)(4) and 0-11. BARINGS CORPORATE INVESTORS BARINGS PARTICIPATION INVESTORS Notice of Annual Meeting of Shareholders and Proxy Statement TIME Thursday, May 16, 2024 At 800 a.m. Please vote on the internet by following the instructions in the notice and proxy card(s) or date, fill in, and sign the enclosed proxy card(s) and mail in the enclosed return envelope which requires no postage if mailed in the United States. BARINGS CORPORATE INVESTORS BARINGS PARTICIPATION INVESTORS 300 South Tryon Street Suite 2500 Charlotte, North Carolina, 28202 Dear Shareholder The 2024 Annual Meeting of Shareholders (the "Meeting") of Barings Corporate Investors ("MCI") and Barings Participation Investors ("MPV" and, together with MCI, each is referred to separately as the "Trust" and collectively as the "Trusts") will be held by remote electronic means at 800 a.m., Eastern Time, on Thursday, May 16, 2024. A Notice and a Proxy Statement regarding the Meeting, proxy card(s) for your vote at the Meeting, and a postage prepaid envelope in which to return your proxy card(s) are enclosed. By promptly returning the enclosed proxy card(s) or by voting on the internet you can help the Trusts avoid the expense of sending follow-up letters. You are earnestly requested to vote your proxy in order that the necessary quorum may be represented at the Meeting. If you later find that you can be present in person, you may, if you wish, revoke your proxy then and vote your shares in person. At the Meeting, shareholders will be asked to elect two Trustees. The Board of Trustees of each Trust recommends that shareholders elect the nominated Trustees. I look forward to your attendance at this Meeting because it will provide us with an opportunity to inform you about the progress of the Trusts. Sincerely, Clifford M. Noreen Chairman This page intentionally left blank. BARINGS CORPORATE INVESTORS BARINGS PARTICIPATION INVESTORS 300 South Tryon Street Suite 2500 Charlotte, North Carolina, 28202 Notice of Annual Meeting of Shareholders To the Shareholders of Barings Corporate Investors and Barings Participation Investors The Annual Meeting of Shareholders of each of Barings Corporate Investors ("MCI") and Barings Participation Investors ("MPV" and, together with MCI, each is referred to separately as the "Trust" and collectively as the "Trusts") will be held by remote electronic means on Thursday, May 16, 2024, at 800 a.m., Eastern Time (the "Meeting"), for the following purposes (1) to elect as Trustees Edward P. Grace and Clifford M. Noreen to the Board of Trustees of each Trust (to be voted upon by the shareholders of each Trust, voting separately by Trust) and (2) to transact such other business as may properly come before the Meeting or any adjournment thereof. Although the Trusts' annual meetings are held simultaneously for convenience, each Trust's shareholders take action independently of the other. Holders of record of the shares of beneficial interest of each Trust at the close of business on Monday, March 18, 2024 are entitled to vote at the Meeting or any adjournment or postponement thereof. We encourage you to carefully review the enclosed materials, which explain this proposal in more detail. As a shareholder, your vote is important, and we hope that you will respond today to ensure that your share will be represented at the Meeting. You may vote in any of the following ways (1) Internet Have your proxy card(s) available. Vote on the internet by accessing the website address on your proxy card(s). Enter your control number from your proxy card(s). Follow the instructions found on the website or (2) Mail Vote, sign and return your proxy card(s) in the enclosed postage-paid envelope. To participate in the Meeting, please register at httpswww.viewproxy.combaringsbroadridgevsm. Shareholders must also enter the control number found on the shareholder's proxy card, voting instruction form or notice previously received. Shareholders may vote during the Meeting by following the instruction

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