Tag: corporate governance
The ‘G’ in ESG: what needs to be reported on governance
Transparency and governance incentives, together with responsible investors, elevates sustainability among board priorities.
Governance safeguards ‘detrimental’ to dual-class share proposals
Swedish academics warn that measures proposed by the Hill Review won’t be effective—and may hinder the benefits of dual-class shares.
Academics issue ‘call for reflection’ on EU corporate governance reforms
The group of researchers and professors say the EU should pause new sustainability laws and instead review a raft of academic criticism.
Survey reveals lack of policies and procedures for corporate ethics
Less than half of firms have board oversight of corporate ethics, while only 42% undertake mandatory ethics training for employees.
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.
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”.
Winning the case for sustainable corporate governance
Global business and investment leaders are calling for the integration of sustainability concerns in corporate governance frameworks.
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.
Bonuses and bias: the risks of variable pay for compliance professionals
When a compliance professional perceives their pay package may be reduced as a result of their actions, there is a risk of biased decisions.
Firms need ‘two layers’ of AI governance
Research suggests large companies need two layers of AI governance if they are not only to supervise its use but also exploit its advantages.