Tag: corporate governance
FRC citizens’ juries reveal public views on corporate governance
Research shows the public wants accessible information to hold companies to account, and underlines the negative impact of recent corporate scandals.
Governance on the political agenda as general election looms
The last Conservative manifesto put governance issues front and centre; Labour has since been working on a reform agenda. How will these concerns be reflected in a general election campaign?
US business leaders pledge to ‘redefine corporate purpose’
Business Roundtable, a body whose members include the chief executives of Accenture and Amazon, has issued a new set of principles on corporate purpose and sustainable business strategy.
Revised EU Shareholder Rights Directive puts engagement in the spotlight
Comment: The EU’s revised Shareholder Rights Directive comes into force this week. But while some investment managers are embracing the opportunity to engage boards on ESG issues, others appear to be hoping they will go away.
Asset manager urges separation of chair and CEO roles
A survey by Union Investment has revealed that 14 members of the Euro Stoxx 50 continue to combine chair and CEO roles, including high-profile companies such as luxury goods brand LVMH.
Governance and executive pay at heart of IFS Deaton inequalities review
Launch of review into inequalities in the UK by Sir Angus Deaton points to “weak governance” and rising executive remuneration as key areas of concern.
European companies embrace climate governance
A report from Glass Lewis has found that while corporate governance measures are addressing climate change, companies vary in how they are tackling the issue.
The outlook for governance in 2019
Governance concerns for boards to focus on in 2019 include data breaches, inclusivity, new codes and managing engagement. Board Agenda hears from the experts and looks at the strategic questions boards should be asking.
Theresa May’s worker representation proposal fails to gain support
Research shows companies are choosing the ‘safe option’ when it comes to employee representation on boards.
The changing face of activism
Comment: A report suggests that activist investors are softening their approach as they increasingly target European companies. So who are they targeting and what can boards do to prepare?