In the wake of an ongoing accounting probe and the resignationย of two top finance executives, Spirit AeroSystems is facing aย class-action lawsuitย filed on behalf of shareholders.
Boards & Shareholders
Poll: U.S. companies want to respond to proxy advisor voting recommendations
According to a Willis Towers Watson survey, the majority of U.S. publicly traded companies would not remain silent if given the opportunity by the SEC to respond to proxy advisor voting recommendations.
BlackRock: Climate change ‘defining factor’ in companies’ futures
Fund manager BlackRock announced several new initiatives with a focus on sustainable investing, including holding companies and boards more accountable where they are not making enough progress on sustainability-related disclosure.
Argo Group agrees with Voce to overhaul board
Argo Group, a Bermuda-based insurance company, announced it has reached an agreement with activist fund Voce Capital Management to make changes to the composition of Argoโs board of directors.
New York legislation requires โWomen on Corporate Boards Studyโ
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo has signed legislation requiring a study to be conducted on the number of women directors who serve on each board of directors of domestic and foreign companies authorized to do business in New York.
Top 10 risks to keep executives on their toes in 2020
A new study from Protiviti and North Carolina State University not only highlights those risks companies should keep an eye on in the coming yearโit also prompts leadership to explore whether or not theyโre taking enough risks.
Troubled Boeing loses legal head to retirement
J. Michael Luttig, who has led Boeingโsย legal matters associated with the Lion Air Flight 610 and Ethiopian Airlines Flight 302 crashes, will retire at year end.
Apple, Walmart among compliance winners of 2019
Strong social stances, a dedication to doing whatโs right, and leading by example highlight the qualities exemplified by our list of ethics and compliance winners of 2019.
Study: Board diversity, gender pay, political contributions top shareholder agendas
A Conference Board analysis of trends in shareholder voting and activism in Russell 3000 corporations demonstrates more shareholder savvy and creativity in pursuing social and environmental issues.
At rare open meeting, PCAOB says itโs on path to change
A recent PCAOB open meeting reviewed details about shareholder outreach and offered a view into its five-year strategic plan.


