Balancing Proxy Advisory Influence: The Case for Enchanced Retail Participation

Kingsdale achieved a perfect track record for clients navigating shareholder activism and other special situations. The firm also advised on more than C$22 billion in shareholder approved or completed M&A transactions year-to-date.

What started as a straightforward acquisition of Payfare by Fiserv quickly turned complicated when a major shareholder decided to block the deal. With the transaction hanging in the balance, here's what it took to get 80% approval.

ISS has announced updates to its 2026 Benchmark Policies, spotlighting long-term pay-for-performance alignment, enhanced scrutiny on director compensation, and a global push toward harmonization. These changes signal a clear trend: investors expect durability, transparency, and strategic disclosure.