The deal significantly amplifies Minerva’s global presence

The asset management groups engaged extensively prior to casting their votes

Sustainable funds from big groups can have proxy votes that conflict with ESG mandates, according to Morningstar

The world’s largest asset manager is being urged to change its voting behaviour at investee company annual general meetings

Shareholder proposals submitted to companies ahead of annual general meetings have risen sharply in the past five years

Remuneration and board issues were the top reasons for voting against a company’s management team

The manager of the world’s largest sovereign wealth fund wants greater transparency of proxy voting