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SEC Proposal Protects Executives, Hamstrings Investors

Risk & Compliance

SEC Proposal Protects Executives, Hamstrings Investors

Proposed rule changes would pressure proxy advisory firms to take a more management-friendly stance in their reports and vote recommendations.

By David McCann | November 6, 2019

What Happens When the CFO Is the COO, Too?

What Happens When the CFO Is the COO, Too?

A new academic study could dim perceptions that problems may arise when one executive holds both roles.

By David McCann | June 20, 2019

Top Issues for Boards Heading Into 2019

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Top Issues for Boards Heading Into 2019

Board diversity, corporate culture, and sexual harassment will be among the key discussion topics for corporate directors next year.

By David McCann | December 26, 2018

Executives Must Disclose Stock Hedging

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Executives Must Disclose Stock Hedging

The final rule from the SEC requires disclosure of policies that permit "the mitigation of the incentive alignment associated with equity ownership."

By Vincent Ryan | December 20, 2018

Hong Kong Court Affirms Sanctions on Moody’s

Risk & Compliance

Hong Kong Court Affirms Sanctions on Moody’s

Regulators had fined the rating agency $1.4 million for publishing a "misleading" report that flagged Chinese companies for weak corporate governance.

By Matthew Heller | June 8, 2017

RBS Investors Propose Shareholder Committee

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RBS Investors Propose Shareholder Committee

Shareholder groups say the committee would “prevent poor stewardship” and avoid a repeat of mistakes that led to the bank's 2008 bailout.

By Matthew Heller | December 30, 2016

Accounting and Finance Roundup for Executives

Corporate Finance

Accounting and Finance Roundup for Executives

Whether you're new to finance or a seasoned veteran, the CFO roundup keeps you informed and involved with day-to-day updates on the latest news in finance.

By Kerry Maruna | October 5, 2015

CFO’s Accounting and Finance for Executives

Corporate Finance

CFO’s Accounting and Finance for Executives

Begin your week with the best finance and accounting on the web, at CFO.

By Kerry Maruna | September 28, 2015

CFO’s Accounting and Finance for Executives

Corporate Finance

CFO’s Accounting and Finance for Executives

The final quarter is approaching fast, don't get left behind on what's going on in finance.

By Kerry Maruna | September 23, 2015

CFO’s Accounting and Finance for Executives

Corporate Finance

CFO’s Accounting and Finance for Executives

Hit the ground running with CFO's roundup. All executives can appreciate the best financial information on the web, and it's all right here for you.

By Kerry Maruna | September 21, 2015

Accounting and Finance for Executives

Corporate Finance

Accounting and Finance for Executives

Whether you're looking for top news or personal finance, CFO has the financial knowledge you're looking for.

By Kerry Maruna | September 17, 2015

Activist Shareholders Spawn Bondholder Risks, Moody’s Says

Activist Shareholders Spawn Bondholder Risks, Moody’s Says

By demanding share buybacks and dividends, which are paid out of cash reserves, activists threaten debt repayments.

By Matthew Heller | April 10, 2015

Out of the Frying Pan …

Risk & Compliance

Out of the Frying Pan …

Activist Carl Icahn pushes for governance changes at upcoming spinoffs from eBay and Gannett that would leave them vulnerable to takeovers.

By Katie Kuehner-Hebert | January 23, 2015

Ezcorp Shareholder Ousts CEO, Elevates CFO

Risk & Compliance

Ezcorp Shareholder Ousts CEO, Elevates CFO

A management reshuffling at the consumer finance and pawn loan company puts the finance chief in the CEO chair and vexes investors.

By Iris Dorbian | July 21, 2014

What Happens When Shareholders Socialize?

What Happens When Shareholders Socialize?

New websites may give individual shareholders an easier way to vote their shares.

By Marielle Segarra | September 1, 2011