Tag: research
UK shareholder pay revolts increase by 56% in 2021
Last year saw the highest number of notifiable shareholder revolts on pay for five years—and investors seem willing to maintain the pressure.
Language used in financial press releases ‘reveals M&A prospects’
Study finds that sentiments expressed in press statements by a target firm can be a good indicator of how well a takeover bid will go.
Companies cut emissions after earnings calls that mention climate
Research shows link between earnings calls that discuss climate and a subsequent reduction in the firm’s carbon emissions—and its stock price.
Annual survey reveals 42% of the public consider business ‘unethical’
The Institute of Business Ethics says just 40% of those polled in its annual survey think business is ethical—down from 59% in 2020.
PwC CEO survey reveals climate strategy challenges
Just 37% of CEOs surveyed said carbon emissions targets were included in their long-term corporate strategy.
US corporate governance improvements ‘slowed or stagnated’ in 2021
Report suggests crisis “fatigue” is eating away at gains made during 2020, with employee issues and ESG highlighted as concerns.
Anglo-Saxon CEOs ‘increase a firm’s risk profile through their decisions’
Swiss research reveals Anglo-Saxon boards and CEOs are more likely to increase debt, reduce dividend payments and embark on M&As.
‘Cultural proximity’ can aid audits, but may threaten innovation
Study reveals positive impact of cultural proximity of audit partner–CFO pairs on outcomes, but academics warn over risk of “group think”.
Boards ‘lack the right knowledge’ to set effective climate policies
Research reveals disconnect between what boards say about the significance of climate change and their actual policies.
Good ESG ratings make firms more attractive to long-term investors
Study shows that companies with verified ESG ratings attract “financially sophisticated” investors with “long-term orientation”.