Tag: FCA
Opposition to dual-class shares resumes
Proposals to lessen the restrictions on dual-class shares are again met with investor protests over board accountability.
Changes to London listings ‘expose investors to undue risk’
FCA proposals will ‘roll back’ governance and mean ‘weaker voting rights’, writes global investor stewardship body.
Watchdog monitors Post Office inquiry
While the Financial Reporting Council has no power over the Post Office, it might investigate audit work at the quango.
News round-up: this week in governance
FCA to probe harassment; audit chairs’ decision-making; firms seek AI skills; Disney clashes with Nelson Peltz; US unions focus on Starbucks.
FCA kills off ‘premium’ stock exchange listing category
Organisations listed in the new ‘commercial companies’ category must report on their UK Corporate Governance Code compliance.
Jeremy Hunt’s autumn statement misses a trick
Where are the proposals to reinvigorate the London Stock Exchange and boost both public and private UK equity markets?
News round-up: this week in governance
New FCA rules on ESG claims; psychologically safe board communications; IT and governance; how workers improve financial reporting.
Why UK corporate governance needs tightening up
The LSE’s response to the government’s panicky U-turn on governance regulation is not helpful to NEDs and other stakeholders.
Banks must pay ‘close attention’ to ESG
Regulators have expressed concern about sustainability linked loans and ‘greenwashing’, a recent panel discussion revealed.
Beware of cryptocurrencies
Cryptocurrencies promised a freer marketplace but bring unforeseen exposure to economic, technological and security concerns.