European Investors Lead the US on ESG Demands - Board Agenda

AQTION was recently featured in an article authored by Gavin Hinks of Board Agenda titled "European Investors Lead the US on ESG Demands"

In short, the article covers AQTION's study "Is There a Difference Between How US and European Investors Approach Stewardship?" which explores the similarities and differences in stewardship practices between US and European investors. The study finds a high level of congruence between the two groups. However, several differences are noted, pertaining to:

• Who holds responsibility for the final voting decision.
• Evaluation of Chair/CEO roles.
• Support for environmental and social initiatives and;
• Registration of public discontent.

The study notes that investors are continuing to vocalize their expectations on extra-financial topics with a growing level of transparency. The findings provide insights to investor relations teams, highlighting the ever-growing need to understand investor preferences, of which can be diverse, not only between investors but also between jurisdictions.

The full article can be accessed using this link.