Summary:
- This article highlights the research of Professor Elroy Dimson, a respected professor at the University of Cambridge, who has been awarded the prestigious Moskowitz Prize for his work on investor engagement.
- Professor Dimson's research has focused on understanding the impact of investor engagement, where shareholders actively participate in the governance and decision-making of companies they invest in.
- His findings suggest that investor engagement can lead to improved financial performance and better environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices in the companies being invested in, benefiting both investors and the broader community.