Tan Boon Gin
Expectations for AGM and reporting timeliness
SGX RegCo observes trend of more issuers applying for extensions of time to hold AGMs and publish required documents
Forward guidance: Why it matters and how to get it right
With clear communication on anticipated earnings and business strategies, listed companies can signal confidence and build credibility
Companies must act as market and regulatory forces align
Large buyers need accurate emissions data to meet their own reporting obligations, and that pressure is cascading down the supply chain
Referee kayu? Like in football, focus in the market should be on the ‘play’, not the refereeing
But public action is a deterrent to future bad behaviour that crosses the line
Internalisation of Reits: How to avoid the nuclear option
Sponsors should signal very clearly their commitment to creating value for unitholders
What nominating committees should do in a criminal investigation
REPORTS of directors of listed issuers being called in for questioning by police investigators surface every now and then.
Institutional funds have a role to play in driving governance and performance
Japan’s more prescriptive approach towards generating value for listed companies is yielding results, but it is not clear if Singapore should follow suit
Putting board directors at the forefront of enhancing shareholder value
New directors and independent directors should bring fresh ideas to the table
Potential scenarios when general offers lead to loss of public float
SGX RegCo may suspend the trading of the issuer’s securities as at close of the general offer
SGX RegCo requires large issuers to take lead to reduce AGM crunch
It’s important that shareholders can attend the annual general meetings of all the issuers they hold shares in
