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Muted mics, loud protests: how the rise of AGM protests is forcing companies to rethink shareholder meetings

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Natalie Bannerman

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Are we witnessing a rise in AGM protests? While often a forum for disagreements with shareholders, this year’s AGM season was characterized by a marked rise in public campaigns targeting annual meetings – particularly in the UK – each of which gained significant press attention . . .

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