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SEC Adopts Final Rules on Pay versus Performance Disclosures
After a long wait, on August 25 the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC” or the “Commission”) voted 3:2 to issue final rules implementing another
2022 Proxy Season Review: United States Compensation
Below are key takeaways from ISS’ recently released 2022 U.S. – Compensation Proxy Season Review. The full report is available to institutional subscribers by logging
Through The Glass Ceiling: The Changing State of Play Around Board Gender Diversity in Hong Kong
Board diversity is a key element of good corporate governance. It can play an important role in supporting innovative activity and organizational change, fostering an
China’s Net Zero Strategies
Below is an excerpt from ISS Corporate Solutions recently released paper “China’s Net Zero Strategies.” The full paper is available for download from the ISS Corporate Solutions (ICS)
Australia’s Net Zero Strategies
Below is an excerpt from ISS Corporate Solutions’ recently released paper “Australia’s Net Zero Strategies.” The full paper is available for download from the ISS Corporate Solutions (ICS)
From Zero to Hero: On the Enablers and Barriers for Sustainable Finance in Emerging Markets
Below is an excerpt from ISS ESG’s recently released paper “From Zero to Hero: On the Enablers and Barriers for Sustainable Finance in Emerging Markets”.
Five Current Class Actions Outside of North America Investors Should Be Aware Of
As institutional investors know, a vast majority of shareholder related class actions take place in the United States. This is accurate in terms of both
The Floor is Lava: Where will investors seek refuge?
The world over, the perfect investment storm appears to be upon us. Rising interest rates are putting pressure on bond prices, while equities’ appeal diminishes
Shareholder Resolutions in Review: Civil Rights Audit
More shareholder resolutions were filed in the 2022 proxy season than in the previous year, with approximately 932 environmental, social, and governance shareholder proposals submitted
ESG & Munis: US Municipals Now Able to Access their ESG Ratings
Municipal bonds can play a large role in shifting capital flows to investments that address societal issues and have a tangible impact on local communities.
SEC Climate Disclosure Comments Reveal Diversity of Views
Below is an excerpt from ISS Corporate Solutions’ recently released paper “SEC Climate Disclosure Comments Reveal Diversity of Views.” The full paper is available for download from the
Japanese Companies Improve on Board Independence and Diversity
At the close of the June main Japanese proxy season when two-thirds of Japanese companies hold their annual meetings, ISS found another uptick in board
