Employee shareholding refers to the ownership of company shares by its employees. Widely spread in France, it involves more than 3 million employees who hold on average 3.9% of the capital of CAC40 companies, but remains rare in SMEs (1 in 100). Accessible to all employees, it has benefited from tax advantages since the 1960s and enjoys broad political consensus. However, it encompasses varied realities depending on the company size, the percentage of capital held, and the distribution of shares among employees. In the United States, research has mainly focused on SMEs where employees own 30% of the capital, showing benefits such as better performance, increased employee engagement, and enhanced attractiveness. Employee shareholding was originally designed as a way to harmonize relations between capital and labor, with its real impact depending on fair implementation.
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The video examines how businesses are affected when a populist leader comes to power.
It highlights the political and economic uncertainties companies may face.
The discussion focuses on how firms can adapt their strategies and governance.
It emphasizes the importance of understanding the broader political and social context.
The video reflects on the role and responsibilities of businesses in a populist environment.
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