Shareholder activism

So-called activist investors in recent years have been pushing for social and environmental goals through shareholder resolutions. As Kimberly Adams reports, even though there's a growing political backlash, these resolutions can change corporate policies.

It's the first time climate change activists have succeeded in challenging a big oil company, says business professor Erik Gordon.

They're addressing institutional investors like hedge funds and asking managers to press for social justice.

Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders plans to speak at Walmart's annual meeting.

Shareholders have voted for transparency on climate risk.

Companies flush with cash often repurchase their own shares. But there are risks to doing so.