Corporate governance

CSE Global independent director quits after clashes with chairman Eugene Lai over board refresh

Tan Chian Khong says Lai, who is also Heliconia chairman, requested his resignation from board, committee roles

Including all the shares that Elon Musk already owns, his current wealth from Tesla amounts to US$301 billion.

Led by Elon Musk, US CEO pay heads toward the stars

Executive compensation is accelerating while rank-and-file workers lag, widening the pay gap in corporate America

Board changes should not be seen as a box-ticking exercise, but the opportunity for strategic conversations, says Heidrick & Struggles partner ​Terence Quek.

‘Quite alarming’: More companies must think about replacing their CEOs, boards

Apac firms’ significant lack of confidence in their renewal processes may spell trouble, warns Heidrick & Struggles’ ​Terence Quek

LKT commenced proceedings in the Singapore High Court against Edmund Cheah in May 2025, alleging breaches of fiduciary duties and duties of fidelity.

Property group Lee Kim Tah reaches settlement with ex-director in ongoing misconduct probe

This relates to allegations of ex-CapitaLand employees in India accepting bribes, kickbacks from a JV subsidiary

SGX RegCo CEO Tan Boon Gin last week unveiled proposals for new disclosure rules on executive remuneration, dividend policies and investor relations.
HOCK LOCK SIEW

More disclosures tied to value creation could be just the ‘culture shock’ the market needs

Entrenched mindsets that fester in short-term thinking about corporate governance could exact a steep cost

Ahead of its AGM on Apr 30, Fu Yu Corporation says its dividend policy of returning at least 50% of profits to shareholders remains unchanged.

Fu Yu shareholders question board credentials amid governance turmoil

Directors’ nationalities and seeming lack of experience with SGX-listed companies are among their concerns

OKP Holdings says strong cash reserves are needed to support projects and manage risks in construction.

Shareholder questions Singapore construction firm OKP’s large cash pile, board defends strategy

The company says maintaining a strong balance sheet, or financial position, is “fundamental” to operating in the construction sector

As AGM season gets under way, shareholders planning to attend should make full use of this valuable resource in preparing for those meetings.
THINKING ALOUD

Sias’ questions to listed companies are a valuable resource for all investors

They are based on financial performance, corporate strategy and governance

In Asean, where many family businesses are transitioning from founder-led leadership to sibling partnerships, it is important to build strong governance foundations.
THE BOTTOM LINE

Why family enterprises must move from ‘paper boards’ to real boards

Without strong governance structures, the board becomes the stage for conflict