What Is Behind the Rise in Shareholder Activism?

As shareholder activism gains momentum worldwide, this podcast sheds light on key trends covering universal proxy rules, the capital allocation debate, M&A activity and the overall global outlook. Learn how boards and management can prepare for activism efforts and navigate the evolving business environment.   J.P. Morgan experts lead this discussion, including David Freedman, Global Head of Shareholder Engagement and M&A Capital Markets, Alfredo Porretti, Head of Shareholder Engagement and M&A Capital Markets for North America and Darren Novak, Head of Shareholder Engagement and M&A Capital Markets for EMEA.   This episode was recorded on September 15, 2023. This material was prepared by certain personnel of JPMorgan Chase & Co. and its affiliates and subsidiaries worldwide and not the firm’s research department. It is for informational purposes only, is not intended as an offer or solicitation for the purchase, sale or tender of any financial instrument and does not constitute a commitment, undertaking, offer or solicitation by any JPMorgan Chase entity to extend or arrange credit or to provide any other products or services to any person or entity. © 2023 JPMorgan Chase & Company. All rights reserved.