Shareholder activism refers to the actions taken by shareholders of a company to influence its decision-making and business practices. These shareholders, who own a portion of the company, express their concerns, opinions, and demands to the management and board of directors. They often use their voting rights, engage in dialogue, propose resolutions, or launch campaigns to push for changes that align with their interests, such as environmental sustainability, social responsibility, corporate governance, or executive compensation. The goal of
shareholder activism is to hold the company accountable and encourage it to act in ways that benefit both its shareholders and society as a whole.
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