Investor group endorses ‘statement of solidarity’ on racial justice
As many companies across the US take today – the anniversary of when the final group of former slaves were told they were free –...
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SASB backs European plan to boost ESG reporting
SASB has put its weight behind a European regulatory project that the board believes may result in global standards for ESG...
Canadian business leaders launch anti-racism project
A group of senior Canadian businesspeople has launched a new council and initiative aimed at increasing racial diversity among the...
The week in GRC: Companies make racial justice pledges, and activists target corporate leaders
– The Financial Times reported that US civil rights groups have received a wave of donations from companies since Minneapolis...
Influential proposal providers face uncertainty
On May 21, 1971, shareholders at General Motors’ (GM) annual general meeting voted on an unusual resolution put forward by the...
Companies urged to spell out their purpose
New survey finds most respondents want corporate purpose aligned with UN sustainability goals Investors expect companies to...
US mid-caps warm to stakeholder value
US mid-cap companies are focusing on more than just shareholder returns by increasing the integration of ESG factors into their...
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ESG reporting in a crisis: A luxury firms cannot afford?
When Saudi Aramco announced its Q1 earnings recently, media attention was firmly on the announced lower profits and the...
The week in GRC: SEC sees surge in tips, and investors continue moving into ESG funds
– Bloomberg reported that the Japanese government gave details of a range of companies that will be subject to new rules...
Pandemic highlights ESG importance, S&P Global Ratings says
The Covid-19 outbreak is highlighting the importance of ESG issues for companies, and those that take such issues seriously stand...
