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Tag: corporate governance
Proxy Battle at Harley-Davidson: A Comprehensive Analysis of Corporate Governance and Shareholder Activism
In recent weeks, Harley-Davidson, the iconic American motorcycle manufacturer, has found itself at the center of a contentious proxy battle. Activist investor H Partners, holding approximately 9.1% of the company's shares, has launched a campaign to unseat CEO and Chairman Jochen Zeitz, along with two long-serving board members, citing concerns over poor performance, weak execution, and flawed corporate governance. This dispute has drawn attention from major proxy advisory firms, with Glass Lewis and Egan-Jones recommending shareholders vote to remove the targeted directors, while Institutional Shareholder Services (ISS) has opposed the move.
Citigroup Taps Ex-Trade Chief in Boldest Adviser Move of the Year
On May 1, 2025, Citigroup announced the hiring of Robert Lighthizer, the former U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) under President Donald Trump. The appointment of Lighthizer to such a prominent financial institution marks a significant moment in the ongoing debate over the “revolving door” between public office and the private sector. Lighthizer, who played a critical role in reshaping U.S.-China trade relations, overseeing tariffs, and renegotiating trade deals like the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), is stepping into a corporate world that is deeply affected by international trade policies.