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Our research is the foundation of ACSI’s work. We produce high-quality, evidence-based research on the material sustainability and governance issues important to long-term investors.

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CEO pay in ASX200 companies

US-based companies have staked their claim to the biggest salaries in the ASX, with five out of the top 10 highest earners this year CEOs of US-domiciled companies, according the ACSI’s latest research on CEO pay in ASX200 companies.  It’s the first time in the history of this study that CEOs outside Australia have taken half of the top ten spots, although US-based CEOs have always featured.
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Establishing the Baseline: ASX20 Performance Against the CCLA Mental Health Benchmark

This ACSI commissioned research assesses ASX20 companies against the CCLA Corporate Mental Health Benchmark. to support a better understanding of the baseline state of publicly availably mental health reporting in Australia.
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Governing for Net Zero: The Board’s Role in Organisational Transition Planning

ACSI and the Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD) developed guidance to support boards and investors in navigating the complexities of climate transition planning. Governing for Net Zero: The Board’s Role in Organisational Transition Planning reflects insights from directors and investors who have practical experience preparing and analysing company transition plans and provides an overview of directors’ legal obligations.
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CEO pay in ASX200 companies

ACSI’s 24th annual survey of CEO pay in Australia’s largest listed companies, was conducted with research from Ownership Matters. It remains the benchmark longitudinal study into remuneration trends and outcomes, and includes our unique ‘realised pay’ data.
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The financial materiality of sustainability issues

This paper compiles analyses undertaken over many years on the financial benefits of managing ESG risks and opportunities. This report includes academic studies, specific research studies and meta studies, research from investment or governance advisors and insights into the systemic risks sustainability issues can cause.
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Speaking up for super members: Australians reflect on active ownership

This study explores Australian attitudes towards the active ownership practices of superannuation funds and analysis of the financial materiality of sustainability issues.
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