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What is a key responsibility of the board regarding the CEO and other executives?
What is a key responsibility of the board regarding the CEO and other executives?
- To increase the compensation structure for top performers.
- To evaluate the integrity of their leadership. (correct)
- To ensure they are creating a culture of transparency.
- To monitor shareholder dividends closely.
Which type of director is classified as someone connected to the company through employment or family?
Which type of director is classified as someone connected to the company through employment or family?
- Independent Directors
- Inside Directors (correct)
- Executive Directors
- Outside Directors
What has research shown about the relationship between board size and firm value?
What has research shown about the relationship between board size and firm value?
- The performance of boards is determined solely by the number of directors.
- Larger boards result in increased firm value.
- Board size has no impact on firm performance.
- Smaller boards are linked to greater firm value. (correct)
What aspect significantly influences the decision-making quality of boards?
What aspect significantly influences the decision-making quality of boards?
What is one factor that the board must consider according to ethical standards?
What is one factor that the board must consider according to ethical standards?
What role do financial institutions primarily serve in the financial market?
What role do financial institutions primarily serve in the financial market?
What is a primary focus of social responsibility in corporations?
What is a primary focus of social responsibility in corporations?
Which of the following is considered a controversial business activity that companies may engage in?
Which of the following is considered a controversial business activity that companies may engage in?
What financial trend is most associated with advances in technology like E-business and Fintech?
What financial trend is most associated with advances in technology like E-business and Fintech?
What should be the primary goal of financial management in a corporation?
What should be the primary goal of financial management in a corporation?
What do agency costs refer to?
What do agency costs refer to?
How can managerial compensation be structured to align interests between management and shareholders?
How can managerial compensation be structured to align interests between management and shareholders?
What is the role of the board of directors in corporate governance?
What is the role of the board of directors in corporate governance?
What is an example of an agency problem?
What is an example of an agency problem?
Which of the following correctly defines the principle-agent relationship?
Which of the following correctly defines the principle-agent relationship?
What effect can the threat of a takeover have on management performance?
What effect can the threat of a takeover have on management performance?
Which statement about corporate governance is correct?
Which statement about corporate governance is correct?
What typically does executive compensation include?
What typically does executive compensation include?
How is CEO pay determined to be fair?
How is CEO pay determined to be fair?
What type of compensation is not typically included in long-term incentives?
What type of compensation is not typically included in long-term incentives?
What is a consequence of linking managers' pay to firm performance?
What is a consequence of linking managers' pay to firm performance?
Which turnover type involves resignation due to poor performance?
Which turnover type involves resignation due to poor performance?
Which of the following is typically part of cash compensation?
Which of the following is typically part of cash compensation?
In the context of CEO turnover, what can voluntary turnover result from?
In the context of CEO turnover, what can voluntary turnover result from?
What is a problem regarding CEO compensation if paid above market wages?
What is a problem regarding CEO compensation if paid above market wages?
What is the primary role of independent directors on a board?
What is the primary role of independent directors on a board?
What is a significant factor that may affect independent directors' motivation to monitor firm performance?
What is a significant factor that may affect independent directors' motivation to monitor firm performance?
What trend has been observed regarding compensation for outside directors?
What trend has been observed regarding compensation for outside directors?
Which of the following serves as a primary purpose of executive compensation?
Which of the following serves as a primary purpose of executive compensation?
How might the market for CEOs affect the salaries they receive?
How might the market for CEOs affect the salaries they receive?
What is a common misconception about the salary of CEOs?
What is a common misconception about the salary of CEOs?
What type of pay structure has become more common for outside directors?
What type of pay structure has become more common for outside directors?
Which statement accurately reflects the role of managerial compensation?
Which statement accurately reflects the role of managerial compensation?
Study Notes
Introduction to Corporate Finance
- The goal of financial management is to maximize the current value of a company's stock.
- This does not mean that any action is acceptable to maximize shareholder wealth, ethical considerations are crucial.
- The agency problem arises from the conflict of interest between the principal (stockholders) and the agent (managers).
- Agency costs are incurred due to these conflicts of interest.
Managing Managers
- Board of directors is responsible for overseeing and monitoring the management team
- Managerial compensation strategies, like incentives, aim to align management and shareholder interests.
- Corporate control, including the threat of takeovers, can motivate better management.
Board Independence
- Board independence is crucial, with a majority of independent directors, to ensure effective oversight and monitoring.
- Smaller boards are often associated with higher firm value and performance.
CEO Compensation
- CEO compensation serves to attract, retain, and motivate qualified executives while discouraging self-interested behavior.
- CEO compensation includes cash compensation, stock options, restricted stock awards, and other long-term incentives.
- There's a market for CEOs, and compensation should reflect their market value, not exceed it.
CEO Turnover
- Turnover can occur due to various reasons including voluntary resignation, retirement, or involuntary termination due to performance issues or scandals.
The Role of Financial Markets in Corporate Finance
- Financial markets facilitate the flow of funds between those who have surplus funds (suppliers) and those who need funds (users).
- These markets can be divided into money markets (short-term) and capital markets (long-term).
- Primary markets are where new securities are issued, while secondary markets involve trading of existing securities among investors.
The Stakeholder Theory
- The stakeholder theory recognizes that companies have responsibilities to various stakeholders, not just shareholders.
- These stakeholders can include customers, employees, suppliers, communities, and the environment.
Social Responsibility and Ethical Investing
- Investors are becoming more concerned with the ethical and social responsibility of corporations.
- Ethical investing involves considering factors like environmental impact, labor practices, and corporate governance when making investment decisions.
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This quiz covers essential concepts in corporate finance, including the goals of financial management, the agency problem, and the significance of board independence. Learn about managerial compensation strategies and their impact on aligning interests between shareholders and managers. Test your understanding of how ethical considerations play a role in maximizing shareholder wealth.
