India Inc can now move Sebi to settle dispute with proxy advisory firms

The circular comes a day after Sebi issued the procedural guidelines

Sebi
Experts said the move is to improve accountability of proxy advisory firms who have gained clout in influencing how minority shareholders vote on resolutions floated by India Inc
Samie Modak
1 min read Last Updated : Aug 04 2020 | 11:57 PM IST
Sebi on Tuesday said listed companies having grievances against proxy advisory firms can approach the regulator. 

“Sebi will examine the matter for non-compliance by proxy advisors with the provisions of the Code of Conduct under Regulation 24(2) read with Regulation 23(1) of the Sebi (Research Analyst) Regulations, 2014, and the procedural guidelines for proxy advisors,” the regulator said on Tuesday. 

The circular comes a day after Sebi issued the procedural guidelines. Experts said the move is to improve accountability of proxy advisory firms who have gained clout in influencing how minority shareholders vote on resolutions floated by 
India Inc. 

One subscription. Two world-class reads.

Already subscribed? Log in

Subscribe to read the full story →
*Subscribe to Business Standard digital and get complimentary access to The New York Times

Smart Quarterly

₹900

3 Months

₹300/Month

SAVE 25%

Smart Essential

₹2,700

1 Year

₹225/Month

SAVE 46%
*Complimentary New York Times access for the 2nd year will be given after 12 months

Super Saver

₹3,900

2 Years

₹162/Month

Subscribe

Renews automatically, cancel anytime

Here’s what’s included in our digital subscription plans

Exclusive premium stories online

  • Over 30 premium stories daily, handpicked by our editors

Complimentary Access to The New York Times

  • News, Games, Cooking, Audio, Wirecutter & The Athletic

Business Standard Epaper

  • Digital replica of our daily newspaper — with options to read, save, and share

Curated Newsletters

  • Insights on markets, finance, politics, tech, and more delivered to your inbox

Market Analysis & Investment Insights

  • In-depth market analysis & insights with access to The Smart Investor

Archives

  • Repository of articles and publications dating back to 1997

Ad-free Reading

  • Uninterrupted reading experience with no advertisements

Seamless Access Across All Devices

  • Access Business Standard across devices — mobile, tablet, or PC, via web or app

Topics :Sebi

Next Story