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Several publicly traded firms, including biotech developer Immatics, are experiencing heightened engagement from activist shareholders pushing for strategic or operational changes.
Japanese companies are encountering an unprecedented number of proposals from activist investors during this year's shareholder meetings, reflecting increased pressure for corporate change.
Major department store Takashimaya announced its policy to sell off some non-core real estate holdings to focus on strengthening its main business, such as department store renovations, a move possibly influenced by activist shareholders.
Biotech company Evogene outlines its transformation strategy and commercial progress in response to activist shareholder pressure.
As shareholder general meetings for listed companies begin this month in Japan, the number of proposals submitted by activist shareholders has reached a new record high. Some proposals even call for the dismissal of top management, making it crucial for companies to clearly explain their future strategies.
Activist shareholder group 'Follow This' has expanded its climate campaign against energy giant BP, pushing for more aggressive action on environmental goals.
Shareholder meetings for listed companies are reaching their peak this week in Japan, with a record number of proposals from activist shareholders, including some demanding the dismissal of top management.
Corporate boards in America are reportedly under siege, with their control being undermined by the actions of activist shareholders and evolving regulatory changes.
Goldman Sachs is set to eliminate race, gender, and LGBTQ+ criteria from its board evaluations, a decision influenced by pressure from an activist shareholder group advocating for an end to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) requirements.