Investor relations

The Getswift shareholder class action signals a possible new approach by the court to the important problem of dealing with multiple, competing class actions. The approach in Getswift does not…

The corporate governance landscape is changing and at an accelerated rate. In this environment, the focus of board responsibility is moving from solely on shareholder interests towards stakeholder…

Shareholder resolutions are emerging as a critical aspect of shareholder engagement. Governance Institute and LexisNexis convened a roundtable to discuss the issues and have produced a green…

The amended EU shareholders’ rights directive (SRD) came into force on 10 June 2017. The amended SRD gives a framework for aligning long-term shareholder interests with corporate and investment…

The Australian Council of Superannuation Investors launched the Australian Asset Owner Stewardship Code on 17 May 2018. The immediate aim of a stewardship code is to improve transparency and…

The situation: A major shareholder of Tap Oil Limited, a company listed on ASX, gave notice of an intention to spill the board, to remove all but one of the current directors, through a general…

Virtual-only AGMS face legislative and attitudinal hurdles in Australia. Hybrid AGMs are more streamlined and interactive than the typical, in-person physical events. An online format can increase…

For a minority shareholder to succeed in an oppression suit, the court must be satisfied that, in the given circumstances, reasonable directors would consider the effect of the conduct complained of…

Governance Institute, a member of a coalitionled by Community Council for Australia and Justice Connect has urged governments to reform fundraising regulations, described as a ‘total dog’s…

A new type of product claim is emerging in the Australian class action market focusing on statements made in the marketing of the product. The class action forum significantly alters the strategic…

Technology is now available to make hybrid meetings a reality. Technology provides options to both issuers and shareholders. Case studies of hybrid meetings show benefits for shareholders and…