Business, Management and Accounting
4 years ago

Corporate governance shapes dividend payouts, protecting shareholders' interests.

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Journal of risk and financial management
Corporate Governance and Dividend Policy in the Presence of Controlling Shareholders
Ricardo Rodrigues, J. Augusto Felício, Pedro Verga Matos

Paper Summary

The article explores how corporate governance affects dividend policies in large European firms. By analyzing data from 2002 to 2013, the study shows that governance mechanisms play a crucial role in protecting shareholders' interests. The research indicates that decisions on paying dividends and the amount distributed are influenced by various governance factors.

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