Adam Riches

Wherever you look, shareholder activism is on the rise. As a recent study by Diligent uncovered, 2023 saw situations reach a four-year global high, with almost 1,000 companies subjected to activist demands publicly. Yet if this trend is set to continue – nearly a quarter of Russell 3000 companies disclosed the potential for activism in their 10K reporting – executives must equally understand the precise threats they’re likely to encounter. In practice, these risks are largely dependent on location. From environmental campaigns becoming more prominent in the US to governance reforms in Asia, these vary significantly, and leaders must grasp…