Research highlights and recommendations for companies and shareholders include:
* The World Economic Forum estimates that 38% of countries surveyed claim corruption to be the third most challenging factor for businesses.
* Companies that are involved with foreign direct investment, transnational mergers and acquisitions, overseas outsourcing and relationships with public officials have a higher risk of corruptive activities and should therefore implement strong control systems to counter these risks.
* Shareholders should engage with companies by voting for increased transparency and stronger anti-corruption policies.
This report outlines best practices for investors and companies to adopt in order to avoid corruption.
Access full Report, in pdf format.
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