Tag: investment
The promises and limitations of institutional investors
Policymakers believe that investment institutions can be persuaded to take a greater role in corporate governance. But do they really possess the willingness and capacity to embrace their stewardship role?
Want gender diversity on corporate boards? Try a diversity of tactics
Pushing a particular formula for getting more women onto boards is a surefire way to narrow the conversation and slow progress, argues Catherine Banat.
Investors to focus on boardroom skills and experience in 2018
Survey finds that skills and experience among directors in the boardroom is the top area of concerns for investors.
Investors seek more ‘comprehensive information’ on risks
Financial Reporting Lab reveals that risk reporting has improved but investors want to know whether disclosed risks are general or “specific” to the company.
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.
Debt and riskier punts push company takeover values close to European IPOs
Cheap debt and institutional investors looking for high-yield investments has led to a glut of company takeovers, rivalling the value of European IPOs.
Brexit uncertainty affecting investment decisions, says Bank of England
Businesses are looking to mitigate potential Brexit risks regarding market access, despite the attractiveness of exporting, while investments waver.
Samsung heir jailed as South Korea clamps down on corruption
Samsung heir jailed for bribery and corruption charges, in what is viewed as a major move by South Korean authorities to clamp down on corporate misbehaviour.
Amended Shareholder Rights Directive implemented
An amendment to the EU Shareholder Rights Directive aims to encourage effective and sustainable shareholder engagement in listed companies in EU member states.
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.