Corporate purpose

The ‘boomerang effect’: How strategic philanthropy pays a purpose premium

Maga supporters at a rally in January. The idea that Trump will act as a booster of small business is hardly plausible, says the writer, considering that his first administration proved better at delivering on its promises to dynastic fortunes.

Maga wants to end capitalism as we know it

The top 1 per cent now hold a greater share of wealth than the entire middle 40 per cent; three decades ago, the reverse was true.
THE BROAD VIEW

How Americans’ trust in Big Business went from bad to worse

B Lab Global lead executive, Eleanor Allen, says the Asian economy is shaping the next phase of globalisation.

B Lab, Centre for Impact Investing and Practices to accelerate growth of B Corp movement in Asia

B Lab Global's Eleanor Allen says the controversy surrounding Nespresso's B Corp certification has taught her and her team the importance of having both big and small companies on board, and getting them to accept each other into the community.

After early firestorm, B Lab’s chief seeks to build a stronger house

Traditional strategies that narrowly focus on financial output have become increasingly risky; long-term value is not just about immediate financial returns.

Making the transition to governance for good 

Samir Singh (left), chair of Unilever Asia, and Tony Soh, chief executive of NVPC, are launching Purpose for Growth to help SMEs on their corporate purpose journey.
TAKING HEART

Unilever, NVPC launch ‘purpose-driven’ growth programme for SMEs

The restriction highlights the more difficult environment facing investors operating in China despite Beijing’s push to improve ties globally.

China restricts overseas access to corporate registry databases

Having fearless board directors who protect the interests of small shareholders will help increase participation by investors in the local bourse.
SENSE & CENTS

Fearless directors, more than diverse boards, will help drive shareholder value creation