Tag: China
FRC issues advice on coronavirus risk disclosures
UK watchdog says businesses with operations in affected areas should consider whether coronavirus should be included in their disclosures on material risk.
Brexit, cybersecurity and climate change lead risk concerns for 2019
Risk experts have highlighted concerns about data security, global warming and the effect of geopolitical uncertainty on trade and supply chains as major risk factors this year.
The cultural attributes of the most innovative companies
The case of China’s innovative Longfor Properties, which trailblazed corporate culture reform in China, proves that “When in Rome, do as the Romans do” is not a recipe for innovation.
Hong Kong Stock Exchange proposes allowing dual class shares
The Hong Kong Stock Exchange has proposed allowing widely criticised dual class shares in changes to listing rules aimed at attracting China’s big tech companies.
Overcoming difference as Chinese investment in Europe grows
Chinese appetite for European investment has become ever more sophisticated, but it still pays for both parties to be aware of cultural and operational differences that may arise.
China’s Communist Party occupies central governance role
Disclosures reveal that China’s Communist Party takes the lead over the Chinese state in the governance of many state-owned enterprises.
Chinese firms need stronger governance to attract British investors
Chinese publicly listed companies are urged to improve their corporate governance practices if they are to attract British investment and list on the London stock market.
IIRC marks advances in integrated reporting, but ‘work to be done’ in US
The International Integrated Reporting Council’s annual report reveals an expansion of its network and celebrates bringing China on board, but concedes there is still work to be done in the US.
China reveals state-owned enterprise reform plan
State-owned enterprises in China are to become either limited liability companies or joint stock companies.
Chinese firms see corporate governance improvements, survey shows
A survey of Asian executives shows significant improvements in China’s corporate governance standards, including better transparency.