Climate, compensation and governance issues to feature prominently
Anti-ESG proposals fall flat with investors, SHARE reports
Shareholder advocates have argued they haven't been able to participate fully when AGMs are online
New proxy voting policy in effect for 2024 annual meetings
Initiative received 42% support from RBC shareholders at latest AGM, and 37% from BMO shareholders
Proxy advice grounded in market input and client demand, firm says
The backlash to ESG investing fails to find traction with investors, Morningstar reports
U.S. proxy season sees lower levels of shareholder engagement
Regulators are proposing more extensive disclosure from issuers
Regulators consult on two options for enhancing diversity reporting