Thematic Voting Policies
Fulfill Your Unique Governance Objectives
Choose a thematic policy that reflects your goals and values.
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Many institutional investors face diverse priorities and regulations, making proxy voting policy development resource intensive. Glass Lewis' Thematic Proxy Voting Policies provide tailored guidelines to streamline policy management and support distinct governance objectives.
Policy Options
Corporate Governance Focused Policy
Supports compliance with fiduciary duties, driving long-term shareholder value while upholding key corporate governance principles.
Climate Policy
Incorporates governance, oversight, management, and reporting of climate risks and opportunities into proxy voting practices.
ESG Policy
Supports investors focused on environmental and social issues or serves as a supplemental voting policy for ESG-focused funds.
BVI Policy
Provides guidance to BVI members for independent analysis of resolutions at general meetings of both listed and unlisted companies.
Proxinvest Policy
Encourages European public companies to enhance governance and ESG practices through rigorous voting guidelines.
Catholic Policy
Aligns with principles of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, serving religious investors or funds for religious institutions.
Public Pension Policy
Supports public pension plans in meeting fiduciary responsibilities, emphasizing extremely long-term investment horizons.
Taft Hartley Policy
Facilitates compliance with the fiduciary voting requirements of the Taft-Hartley Labor Act and ERISA, reviewing labor practices, EEOC compliance, union relations, and job safety.
Key Features and Benefits
Comprehensive Governance and ESG Focus Areas
Our policies address a broad spectrum of governance and ESG topics, such as climate risk, labor practices, or religious values, ensuring alignment with diverse investor goals.
Support for Regulatory and Fiduciary Obligations
Designed to meet specific fiduciary obligations, our Taft-Hartley Policy supports compliance with ERISA, the Taft-Hartley Act, and regional governance standards.
Regional Expertise and Industry-Specific Insights
Incorporating local governance norms and industry-specific practices, our BVI and Proxinvest guidelines provide market-specific guidance for more informed decision-making.
Focus on Long-Term Value Creation
With a focus on governance and ESG priorities, our policies aim to drive long-term shareholder value, safeguard investments, and fulfill fiduciary responsibilities for clients with extended investment horizons.
Data-Driven, Expert-Led Frameworks
Backed by rigorous analysis and governance expertise, Glass Lewis’ policies provide a reliable framework for assessing shareholder meeting proposals.
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