AMF Publishes Updated Consolidated Recommendation on Corporate Governance and Executive Pay (DOC-2012-02)
The AMF has issued a revised and consolidated version of its DOC-2012-02 recommendation on corporate governance and executive remuneration for listed companies referring to the AFEP-MEDEF code. The update integrates doctrine from the AMF's 2024 and 2025 corporate governance reports, removes 45 items now reflected in the AFEP-MEDEF code or HCGE application guide, and harmonises presentation. The AMF clarifies that withdrawn elements remain applicable through the 'apply or explain' framework.
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