As many of my readers know, I think engaging with company management on ESG issues is not only important but probably the only way to change corporate behaviour. However, not all shareholders are created equal. Some are more equal than others, elevated to higher importance by the size of their investment. Do you think the pensioners who sometimes show up at AGMs to vent their anger about company X make any difference? Do you think if Blackrock or Fidelity complains about the company, managers will pay more attention?
What makes shareholders engage with companies?
What makes shareholders engage with…
What makes shareholders engage with companies?
As many of my readers know, I think engaging with company management on ESG issues is not only important but probably the only way to change corporate behaviour. However, not all shareholders are created equal. Some are more equal than others, elevated to higher importance by the size of their investment. Do you think the pensioners who sometimes show up at AGMs to vent their anger about company X make any difference? Do you think if Blackrock or Fidelity complains about the company, managers will pay more attention?