1.Evaluate the potential of activist pension funds for improving corporate governance. 2.What effect do proxy contests have on shareholder returns? 3.Compare the United States, Germany, and Japan with...

1.Evaluate the potential of activist pension funds for improving corporate governance. 2.What effect do proxy contests have on shareholder returns? 3.Compare the United States, Germany, and Japan with respect to protection of shareholder rights and creditor rights. 4.What criticisms have been made of corporate governance in Germany? What effect do proxy contests have on shareholder returns?