Tax avoidance, while often legal, can undermine public trust and deprive governments of revenues needed for public services. Fund managers concerned with corporate responsibility may avoid companies that engage in aggressive tax planning strategies. They might also engage with these companies to promote greater transparency and fairness in their tax practices.
30 May 2024Corporate Tax Avoidance: What it is, How it...ESGCheck
Corporate tax avoidance refers to the legal strategies employed by corporations to minimise their tax liabilities. While these practices are within the bounds of the law, they often exploit loopholes and ambiguities in tax legislation to shift profits to lower-tax jurisdictions. The issue of corporate tax avoidance has garnered significant attention due to its implications for government revenues and social equity.
10 Apr 2024ESG and RI: Beauty is in the eye of the beholderESGCheck
One of the most significant trends impacting managed funds and investment management has been the trend towards ESG - otherwise known as Environmental, Social & Governance, or more broadly, RI or Responsible Investment. According to some sources - particularly those who are strong advocates of the cause - 83% of investors consider ESG or RI to be a significant factor in their invest decision or choice of a managed fund. That may well be the case, but finding funds that meet an individual investor's requirements is anything but simple.
Companies that engage in tax avoidance strategies
