Insights

Guidelines to Navigate Universal Proxy Card (2024)

2024 marks the second proxy season with Universal Proxy Card (“UPC”) regulations. This guide to navigating UPC dynamics for next proxy season and beyond looks into how Boards and management teams are and should continue to adapt communications and disclosure strategies in this environment.

Digital Strategy, Perspectives, Research

Social In ​The C-Suite​ 2024 - Exploring How Senior Leaders Are Using Digital Media To Manage Reputation, Address Social Issues And Connect Directly With Key Stakeholders

In this year’s Social in The C-Suite Report, H/Advisors Abernathy Digital team explores how executives are evolving their use of digital channels to build their reputation, speak on social issues and share business updates with key stakeholders.

Dealmaking, M&A, Perspectives, Research

When Deals Spring a Leak Volume 4 - 2024 M&A Leaks Report

H/Advisors Abernathy’s fourth annual leaks report takes an in-depth look at the latest trends in M&A media reporting in the United States, compiled from the firm’s proprietary deals database.

Dealmaking, M&A, Research

M&A Leaks Mid-Year 2023 Snapshot

We are providing for the first time a mid-year snapshot of our findings regarding M&A transaction leaks. Amid an uncertain and volatile environment, with widely reported challenges financing deals and bridging gaps in valuation expectations, deals are still being announced in 2023, and they are still leaking, albeit not as much.

Perspectives, Shareholder Activism

10 Things Not to Do When an Activist Comes Knocking

This visual guide looks at 10 common mistakes companies and boards of directors make when engaging with shareholder activists and offers our perspective on how to orient thinking to get to the right business outcome.