QuantumScape DEF 14A: Executive Pay & Annual Meeting Details

Ticker: QS · Form: DEF 14A · Filed: 2025-04-24T00:00:00.000Z

Sentiment: neutral

Topics: executive-compensation, annual-meeting, corporate-governance

Related Tickers: KCAC

TL;DR

QS DEF 14A out: exec comp details for Jagdeep Singh & others, annual meeting info.

AI Summary

QuantumScape Corp filed a DEF 14A on April 24, 2025, detailing executive compensation and annual meeting matters. The filing includes information on equity awards granted to key personnel, such as Jagdeep Singh, for the fiscal years ending December 31, 2020, 2021, and 2022. It also references the company's transition from Kensington Capital Acquisition Corp. in 2020.

Why It Matters

This filing provides transparency into how QuantumScape compensates its top executives, which can influence investor perception and the company's ability to attract and retain talent.

Risk Assessment

Risk Level: medium — DEF 14A filings often contain information about executive compensation and corporate governance, which can be sensitive and impact investor confidence.

Key Numbers

2020 — Fiscal Year (Executive compensation data reported for this year.)
2021 — Fiscal Year (Executive compensation data reported for this year.)
2022 — Fiscal Year (Executive compensation data reported for this year.)
20200505 — Date (Date of company name change from Kensington Capital Acquisition Corp.)

Key Players & Entities

QuantumScape Corp (company) — Filer
Jagdeep Singh (person) — Executive
Kensington Capital Acquisition Corp. (company) — Former Company Name
2020-01-01 (date) — Fiscal Year Start
2022-12-31 (date) — Fiscal Year End

FAQ

What is the primary purpose of this DEF 14A filing for QuantumScape Corp?

The primary purpose is to provide information regarding the company's annual meeting of stockholders, including details on executive compensation, director nominations, and other corporate governance matters.

Who is specifically mentioned in relation to equity awards for the fiscal years 2020-2022?

Jagdeep Singh is specifically mentioned in relation to equity awards granted and their year-end fair value for the fiscal years 2020, 2021, and 2022.

When did QuantumScape Corp change its name from Kensington Capital Acquisition Corp.?

QuantumScape Corp changed its name from Kensington Capital Acquisition Corp. on May 5, 2020.

What is the filing date of this DEF 14A?

This DEF 14A filing was made on April 24, 2025.

What is QuantumScape Corp's Standard Industrial Classification code?

QuantumScape Corp's Standard Industrial Classification code is 3690, which corresponds to Miscellaneous Electrical Machinery, Equipment & Supplies.

From the Filing

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