London Conference 2019: New Rules for Business

International businesses are under pressure. The momentum behind globalization has weakened significantly, and corporations are being caught up in a cycle of disruptive geopolitical and economic disputes.

There are opportunities for companies, business leaders and investors to leverage their resources and networks to help address some of the root causes of current social and economic pressures and to inspire multilateral cooperation. To do so effectively, however, all stakeholders must reflect on the core purposes of business.

What, in addition to generating revenue and enhancing shareholder value, are the goals and purposes business should seek to promote? How can business work to make the effects of globalization less disruptive for societies?

How can they contribute to progressive initiatives that compensate for space vacated by governments and improve prospects for long-term, inclusive growth? What role is impact investing playing and what are the latest trends in this space?