Corporate Governance

Banking, Corporate, Finance, and Securities Law

This field governs financial institutions, business operations, capital markets, and investment transactions. It ensures fair practices, regulatory compliance, and economic…

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Annual General Meeting (AGM)

An Annual General Meeting (AGM) is a mandatory yearly gathering for shareholders of a company. It's a crucial forum for…

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Takeover Panel

The Takeover Panel is the UK's corporate governance body responsible for regulating takeovers. It ensures fair treatment for shareholders and…

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Shareholder

A shareholder is an individual or institution that owns at least one share of a company's stock. They have a…

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Non-Executive Director

A non-executive director (NED) is a member of a company's board of directors who is not part of the executive…

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Golden Share

A golden share grants specific, often disproportionate, rights to a shareholder, typically the government, in a company. It's often used…

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Golden Parachute

A golden parachute is a substantial compensation package awarded to top executives if they are terminated, often during a merger…

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Golden Handshake

A golden handshake is a generous severance package offered to executives upon leaving a company. It often includes substantial financial…

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