Partnering with generative AI in the finance function Summary Generative AI is being trialled across finance teams to remove repetitive work and free CFOs and their staff for higher-value strategic tasks. Large language models (LLMs) can draft quarterly reports, investor communications and strategic summaries, while other generative tools are explored for treasury functions (cash, revenue […]
US and EU Agree on Trade Framework Agreement – Implications for ESG/CSR Compliance Summary On 21 August 2025 the United States and the European Union announced a Framework on an Agreement on Reciprocal, Fair, and Balanced Trade intended as a first step to improve market access and deepen transatlantic trade and investment ties. While the […]
Being Prepared for the Next Crisis: The Board’s Role Summary Boards are operating in an age of continuous disruption — from geopolitics and supply‑chain shocks to cyberattacks and sudden leadership departures. The article argues that crisis readiness must be integrated across crisis management, business continuity, disaster recovery and incident response so organisations can maintain critical […]
How Remote Meetings Are Reshaping Boardroom Expectations Summary The rise of remote board meetings has shifted governance from a strictly in-person, formal practice to a digital-first activity that emphasises flexibility, inclusivity and speed. Boards now rely on secure platforms for document sharing, voting and collaboration, with AI tools, integrated portals and strong cybersecurity becoming central […]
Governance Matters: Don’t Overlook Board Oversight Summary Bob Herr and Cem Inal of AllianceBernstein argue that director elections are among the most important — and often overlooked — shareholder votes. While proxy debates commonly centre on shareholder proposals and pay, AllianceBernstein shows that votes on directors, especially those responsible for nominating and governance, are a […]
👨🏿🚀TechCabal Daily – sUber legit Summary Today’s TechCabal Daily rounds up key moves across transport, finance and connectivity in Africa. South Africa is finally issuing government e‑hailing licences for Uber and Bolt drivers after 13 years of uncertainty; Kenya’s banks have loosened the purse strings with private‑sector lending picking up in July; Airtel Kenya is […]
How Three Years of the SEC’s Universal Proxy Card Have Changed Proxy Contests Author take Punchy: A data-first reality check — universal proxy cards have reshaped contests so activists win more often but almost always only a little. Summary The SEC’s universal proxy card (UPC), effective 1 September 2022, lets shareholders mix-and-match management and dissident […]
Do Shareholders Have a Say on Say-on-Pay? Summary Say-on-pay (SOP) votes — advisory votes on the prior year’s executive pay — continue to pass at unexpectedly high rates despite public criticism of rising CEO compensation. Egan-Jones note that only four S&P 500 companies failed SOP votes in 2024 and, as of 26 June 2025, only […]
Dealing with Activist Hedge Funds and Other Activist Investors Summary This detailed memo reviews the 2025 shareholder activism landscape and provides practical guidance for companies, boards and management on prevention, monitoring, response and resolution. Activism remains elevated across industries and company sizes; campaigns can be multi-year, coordinated or simultaneous, and range from operational fixes to […]
Mastering Boardroom Communication: Five Essentials for Executives Summary Executive–board interactions shape leadership credibility and business outcomes. This piece distils five essentials for effective board engagement: invest in relationships with directors; know the board’s composition and priorities; prepare concise, board-level pre-reads and a clear presentation storyline; manage meeting time and discussion flow; and continue the conversation […]
