The Importance of Activism to Passive Investment

We’re pleased to share that our latest Institutional Investor Survey on Shareholder Activism has been featured in Yonhap Infomax, with coverage by journalist Kim Hak-Sung.

The article highlights the increasing importance of shareholder activism, particularly in a market environment dominated by passive investment. Key findings from our survey include:

• 84% of institutional investors believe companies with poor governance are likely targets of activism campaigns.
• 71% expressed the strongest support for board-related activism, including governance improvements and leadership changes.
• The most valued attributes of credible activism were persuasive arguments (87%) and track record (71%).
• Activism is widely viewed as a catalyst for positive change, driving responsibility, transparency, and long-term value.

As passive investors grow in influence, the findings confirm that collaboration with activist investors is increasingly seen as a necessary force for enhancing corporate accountability.

Read the full article here (in Korean).