Insights from Dr. Franklin Allen, a professor of finance and economics at the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School. He authored numerous scholarly works, including research on the role of corporate governance in building firm value. more...
Good Governance of Family-Owned Businesses is Critical to Emerging Markets. “I find it strange that owners...leave their belongings in the hands of all-male boards...” Pension funds and governance challenges in emerging markets. Forum supports CG Networks in Latin America. News from the Board Leadership Training, Codes and Scorecards, and Resolving CG Disputes programs. Publications and other features. more...
Integrated reporting combines the most material elements of information currently contained in separate reports—such as financial, management commentary, governance and remuneration, and sustainability—into a single coherent whole. This article offers historical background and practical guidance for company directors and executives. By Jonathon Hanks and Louise Gardiner. Foreword by Mervyn E. King. more...
The recent financial crisis has presented an opportunity to reexamine corporate governance practices in banks and other financial institutions, and to learn from the mistakes. The Policy Brief aims to help apply international best practice to the specific circumstances and needs of SEE region. more...
Kristin Holter, managing director/partner at Stakeholder, and Paulina Beato, a board director and chairman of the audit committee for Repsol YPF, discuss gender diversity in the Boardroom. more...
Unique interplay of private and public sector corporate governance networks in Latin America allow for effective dialog among key players to advance good CG practices and policies in the region. more...
This newsletter updates members and others interested in corporate governance in emerging markets on recent research and upcoming events. It summarizes recently published articles in key journals and working papers. more...
Insights from Dr. Joseph Fan, a finance professor and co-director of the Institute of Economics and Finance at The Chinese University of Hong Kong. He is one of Asia’s most frequently cited financial economists and the author of numerous scholarly works on finance and corporate governance. more...
Michel Doucin begins his article with a fascinating historical analysis of the CSR concept. He identifies its pioneers, including those in emerging markets, and the different interpretations of CSR. He concludes by arguing for genuine international rules to shape a universal CSR framework. The challenge is to build a balance between collective private self-regulation and government regulations. more...
Two prominent corporate governance organizations – the National Association of Corporate Directors and the International Academy for Quality - have presented awards to IFC managers, recognizing their leadership in improving corporate governance in emerging markets. more...
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