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Also in today’s newsletter, climate activists put pressure on Japanese banking giants
But this requires high-quality, transparent international disclosure standards
Plus, investors face tough calls over companies’ Russia ties as annual general meetings loom
Plus, auditors under pressure and what companies want to get out of going green
Portfolio of sustainability champion’s new firm includes insect protein and vertical farming
Emmanuel Faber points to ‘previous leaders’ wanting ‘to regain more clout’
Bluebell Capital runs just €70m in assets but has big targets in its sights
Few companies can easily offer meaning and purpose at work but that should not stop them from trying
CEO’s departure shows need to marry sustainability with profitability
Ousting of Emmanuel Faber underlines challenge of pursing profits and ESG goals
Emmanuel Faber’s ouster exposes the fine line between progressivism and appeasing shareholders
Activist investors have been attacking the French consumer group since January
Emmanuel Faber will stay on as chairman despite investors calling for his departure
Emmanuel Faber says consumer group can pivot to address activists’ concerns
Artisan Partners and adviser Jan Bennink meet board to present ‘wish list’ of changes
Cost-cutting and reorganisation are welcome, but investors want to see growth
French food company has not benefited from pandemic in way other rivals have
Some businesses are applying the lessons of lockdown to introduce new ways of organising and overseeing work
French food group likens change to toppling statue of free market economist Milton Friedman
From bored employees to train trouble in the French Alps, the manufacturer has faced new challenges
Chief pledges to spend €2bn on efforts to reduce emissions and cut plastic packaging
Companies are trying to define a broader purpose for their business but the exercise is fraught with risks
Boom in meat and dairy substitutes sets up ‘battle for the centre of the plate’
Chief says French food group wants to encourage more sustainable eating and drinking
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