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Corporate Governance in Asia 2026

May 13, 2026

Shareholder activism in Asia is no longer a cyclical trend, it is becoming a defining force across the region’s capital markets.

With campaign activity up more than 20% in 2025 and more than 100 Asia-based companies already targeted in the first quarter of 2026, investors, issuers and advisors are navigating a rapidly evolving governance environment shaped by regulatory reform, rising shareholder expectations and renewed global interest in Asian equities.

This year’s report, produced in association with Georgeson delivers an in-depth analysis of the markets driving that momentum, including Japan, South Korea, China, Hong Kong and Singapore, alongside dedicated insight into regional short selling activity and stewardship developments.

Combining proprietary data with expert editorial analysis, the report explores:

  • The latest shareholder activism trends across Asia
  • Activist watch lists in Japan and South Korea
  • Corporate governance and stewardship code developments
  • The growing influence of collaborative engagement and advisory proposals
  • How global investors are reassessing Asia amid shifting valuation dynamics
  • Emerging voting and compensation trends impacting issuers and investors alike

The report also highlights how stewardship and governance teams are leveraging faster, decision-grade intelligence to identify risks, prioritize engagement strategies and strengthen voting defensibility in increasingly complex markets.

Whether you are an investor, corporate issuer, advisor or governance professional, this report provides essential insight into the forces shaping the future of stewardship and shareholder engagement across Asia.

Download the report now to access the data, analysis and market intelligence driving the next phase of governance in Asia.

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