Tag #Corporate Governance

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CaixaBank Restructures Board, Ending Bankia Era

CaixaBank is restructuring its board of directors, replacing at least five members, including the president, to conclude the Bankia era, aligning with ECB governance recommendations, and will be finalized at the February 20th board meeting.

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theglobeandmail.com
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Elliott's $5 Billion BP Stake Prompts Strategic Reset

Elliott Investment Management, managing $70 billion, acquired a nearly 5% stake in BP, prompting BP to announce a strategic reset and potentially leading to significant divestments; this follows similar large investments in Honeywell and Phillips 66, showcasing Elliott's pattern of targeting major c...

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40% Bias Score

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smh.com.au
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Star Entertainment Ignored Warnings on Criminal Junket Operator

Star Entertainment's directors and executives remained aware of Suncity's alleged criminal activities in 2019, yet continued their business relationship despite internal and external warnings, potentially jeopardizing their casino licenses.

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56% Bias Score

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Government-Influenced CEO Change at Telefónica Sparks Investor Concerns

The Spanish government's replacement of Telefónica's CEO, José María Álvarez-Pallete, with Marc Murtra, has triggered widespread concern among analysts due to perceived political influence, potentially harming the company's stock valuation and investor confidence.

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48% Bias Score

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elpais.com
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Trump Administration Prioritizes Business Interests, Raising Concerns About Democratic Accountability

The Trump administration's prioritization of business leaders in government, evident in the presence of major tech and finance CEOs at the inauguration, raises concerns about conflicts of interest and the potential erosion of democratic accountability, mirroring historical parallels where corporate ...

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German CEOs Urge Growth Agenda Ahead of Election

Three leading German CEOs, Busch (Siemens), Källenius (Mercedes), and Sewing (Deutsche Bank), presented a joint reform agenda for the incoming German government, emphasizing a clear growth strategy, including technology openness, infrastructure investment, addressing skilled labor shortages through ...

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60% Bias Score

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smh.com.au
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MinRes Boss Pays $3.8 Million Penalty Amid Offshore Tax Scandal

MinRes boss Chris Ellison paid a $3.8 million penalty for his role in a decade-long offshore tax scheme, triggering a governance overhaul at the $6.6 billion mining company and impacting its share price by over $2 billion; a new board chair will be appointed within six months.

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welt.de
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BGH Ruling Ends Power Struggle at Heckler & Koch

The German Federal Court of Justice (BGH) ruled in favor of CDE, granting it over 80% of voting rights in Heckler & Koch, ending a power struggle with Andreas Heeschen and ensuring the stability of the German arms manufacturer.

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cnbc.com
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Record Dividend Payouts Surge in China Amidst Government-Driven Reform

Chinese listed companies paid out a record 2.4 trillion yuan ($328 billion) in dividends last year, spurred by government incentives to improve corporate efficiency and attract investment, with experts predicting this trend to continue.

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Star Executives Accused of Prioritizing Profit Over Anti-Money Laundering Compliance

Former executives at The Star Entertainment Group face legal action from the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) for allegedly prioritizing profit over risk management, ignoring evidence of money laundering linked to criminal activity at their Sydney, Brisbane and Gold Coast casi...

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theguardian.com
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Thames Water Faces £18.2m Penalty for Unjustified Dividends Amidst Conflict of Interest Concerns

Thames Water, facing bankruptcy, paid £195.8 million in dividends, resulting in an £18.2 million penalty from Ofwat due to a suspected conflict of interest involving chair Sir Adrian Montague, who held positions at both Thames Water and its parent company; government officials raised concerns prior ...

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Corporate Boards Must Proactively Address Evolving Ransomware Threats

The increasing sophistication of ransomware attacks necessitates proactive board engagement, including establishing clear ransom payment policies, scrutinizing insurance coverage, and building long-term resilience strategies, as 74% of organizations experienced multiple attacks in 2024, according to...

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