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NEWS: Regulation, 25 March, 2021
UK stewardship code ‘has not changed the nature of investor engagement’
Academic says the revised code requires "mandatory legal or regulatory impositions" if it is to remain relevant.
NEWS: Research, 23 March, 2021
Do we overestimate the impact of CEOs on company performance?
A new study says CEOs explain 2% of variability in stock returns, while global, country and industry changes account for 11%, 4% and 1%.
NEWS: Regulation, 18 March, 2021
Audit white paper proposes new powers for regulator to sanction directors
Observers warn that proposals to increase the accountability of directors for audit and internal controls could deter candidates.
NEWS: Incentives, 17 March, 2021
Linking pay to ESG targets ‘could have unintended consequences’
Around 45% of the FTSE 100 now have ESG targets in their bonuses and LTIPs—but a new study warns there are risks involved.
NEWS: Strategy, 9 March, 2021
Business leaders issue warning on governance rules and sustainability
Without the European Commission's reforms, governance systems "will act as countervailing forces against achieving sustainability objectives”.
NEWS: Regulation, 4 March, 2021
Dual-class shares come a step closer in the UK as Lord Hill issues review
The report recommends pushing ahead with dual-class shares on the London Stock Exchange, with a consultation on the proposals to follow.
NEWS: Executive pay, 1 March, 2021
Furlough cash adds to ethical dilemmas around executive pay
The Investment Association and investors Fidelity have both warned companies against excessive pay where furlough money has yet to be repaid.
COMMENT: Guidance, 26 February, 2021
The purpose and practice of independent board evaluations
Should external board reviews serve to inform a continual process of improvement or provide an assessment of whether the board is effective?
NEWS: Diversity, 24 February, 2021
Hampton-Alexander report highlights lack of women on executive teams
With improved gender diversity on boards, the latest report from the Hampton-Alexander Review turns its attention to female leaders.
NEWS: Company value, 24 February, 2021
Investors and analysts ‘still learning to price ESG-related incidents’
Study finds poor ESG practices negatively impact long-term value, but that this is not reflected in short-term stock prices.
