Governance

Governance

Burford Capital CEO’s Wife Steps Down as CFO

Elizabeth O'Connell is taking another job at the litigation finance firm amid investor concerns over her independence.

Matthew Heller
August 16, 2019
Ethics

How to Fend Off Risks Related to Human Trafficking

With at least 40 million people worldwide trapped in slavery, companies have legal, operational, and ethical reasons to closely examine all third parties.
Budgeting

Spreadsheet Risks Still Being Ignored by C-Suite: Study

Frontline managers recognize the risks in using spreadsheets, but many are not in a position to change things or don't know how to begin.
Auditing

KPMG to Restructure Audit Business in U.K.

The Big Four firm says it wants to "restore trust in audit" but a U.K. regulator indicates the changes don't go far enough.
Governance

SEC Charges College Controller with Fraud

Keith Borge of the College of New Rochelle agreed to a partial settlement over allegations he misstated assets.
Governance

Facebook Hit with Discrimination Lawsuit

HUD filed civil charges alleging the company allowed employers and landlords to target ads based on race.
Governance

SEC Seeks Contempt Sanctions for Musk

Regulators say Elon Musk has not sought pre-approval for social media statements, as required by a settlement agreement.
Governance

Companies That Do Well Also Do Good

Is there a link between how well companies deliver on their social mission and whether they create long-term value for shareholders?
Cybersecurity

Cyber Breaches Lead to Cutbacks in Dividends and R&D Spending

In contrast, the CEO's total pay tends to increase in the years after a publicly disclosed cyber attack, finds a new study.
Governance

House Committee Probes Credit Reporting Agencies

The committee held a hearing amid proposed legislation that would overhaul the industry.
Governance

Judge Signs Order for Musk to Respond to SEC Contempt Motion

The Tesla chief needs to explain why he had not violated a settlement agreement that required him to get approval before sending company related tweets.
IPOs

SEC Proposes Rule to ‘Test the Waters’ Before IPOs

The move is part of a push to make it easier for companies to go public amid a 50% decline in U.S. listings over the past two decades.
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