What was the main reason for introducing the universal proxy system?
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To simplify the voting process for management
To reduce the influence of proxy advisory firms
To allow shareholders to mix and match candidates from different cards
To increase the number of proxy fights
2.
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What was the net effect of the universal proxy rules on the number of proxy fights?
Remained the same
Decreased by 20%
Increased by 20%
Increased by 10%
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How did the universal proxy system affect the number of settlements?
Settlements remained unchanged
Settlements increased by 20%
Settlements increased by 10%
Settlements decreased by 20%
4.
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What was a major concern regarding the role of proxy advisory firms like ISS and Glass Lewis?
They would ignore the new rules
They would turn director elections into a beauty contest
They would stop providing recommendations
They would support only management candidates
5.
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How did ISS and Glass Lewis respond to the new universal proxy rules?
They changed their approach significantly
They maintained their historical framework
They stopped providing recommendations
They supported all activist candidates
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What should companies focus on to prepare for activism under the new universal proxy system?
Ignoring activist campaigns
Reducing their number of board members
Increasing their number of proxy fights
Understanding their vulnerabilities and improving board composition
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Why might companies be more willing to settle under the new universal proxy rules?
Activists have less influence
The prospect of a clean sweep is less likely
The prospect of a clean sweep is more likely
Settlements are now mandatory
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