Edmond de Rothschild’s July 2025 SRI Chronicles highlights global disparities in ESG shareholder engagement, drawing on academic research and practical observations to guide institutional investors.
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Two engagement models: Countries align with either “company-centric” or “owner-centric” chains of influence, shaping the depth, intensity, and reporting of ESG dialogues.
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Opportunity in imbalance: Owner-centric markets employ 10x more engagement specialists, suggesting underutilised potential in less-developed regions.
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Adapting strategies globally: Cross-border collaboration and resource-sharing could strengthen ESG influence where institutional leverage is limited.
What does your engagement model assume about power and accountability? The full issue unpacks the structural drivers behind effective stewardship.
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