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Mohamed Sr. Isa. A Review of IR Practices in Bahrain
INTRODUCTION. Objectives of this book
Significance of this book
Structure of the Book
CHAPTER 1. REVIEW OF IR LITERATURE. 1.1 Introduction
1.2 Definition of Investor Relations (IR)
1.3 Importance of Investor Relations (IR)
1.4 Organization of Investor Relations Function
1.5 The Role of Investor Relations within Companies
1.6 The Impact of Internet on Investor Relations Practices. a. Overview
b. Online Annual Reports
c. Blogging
d. Webcasting
e. E-Proxy
1.7 Conclusion
CHAPTER 2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY. 2.1 Introduction
2.2 The Methodology
2.3 Data to be Collected
Primary Research Data Collection Methods. a. Websites/Content Analysis:
b. Personal Interviews:
Secondary Research Data Collection Methods
2.4 Conclusion
CHAPTER 3. REVIEW OF BAHRAINI COMPANIES’ WEBSITES. 3.1 Introduction
3.2 Overall Findings. Top Listed Companies Websites
Companies with the Biggest Room for Improvement
Category-wise Findings and Analysis
a. Company Profile
b. Financial Profile
c. Application of Technology
d. Design
e. Interactivity
f. Timeliness of Earnings Releases
3.3 Website Investor Relations Orientation
3.4 Websites Content Analysis Results Validation
3.5 The Important Role of Bahrain Stock Exchange Website
Important Corporate Dates
Essential Corporate Information
Other Important Information
3.6 Google Analytics
3.7 Conclusion
CHAPTER 4. PROFESSIONALS’ PERSPECTIVES. 4.1 Introduction
4.2 Overall Findings & Analyses
1. The Level of Current Investor Communication
2. The Quality of Investor Communication
3. Companies’ Websites
4. Communication Channels used by Companies
5. The Annual General Meeting
6. Financial Crises Communication
7. The Role of Board of Directors
8. Shareholders Analysis
9. Establishment of a Local Investor Relations Society
10. The Role of Business Journalists
11. Independent Research Coverage
12. Providing Future Guidance
13. Hiring Investor Relations Consultants
14. Customer Service Delivery to Shareholders
15. Establishing an IR Department
4.3 IR Practices Drivers in Bahrain
1. Company Cross Listing Abroad
2. Regulatory Environment
3. Board of Directors Orientation
4. Shareholders Structure and Activism
5. Industrial Sector
6. New Technologies
4.4 Conclusion
CHAPTER 5. INTERNATIONAL IR PRACTICES: USA AS AN EXAMPLE. 5.1 Introduction
5.2 IR Activities Best Practices in USA
5.3 Conclusion
CHAPTER 6. SUMMARY AND CONCLUSION. 6.1 Current IR Practices in Bahrain
6.2 Key Driving Factors for IR Practices in Bahrain
6.3 International Investor Relations Best Practices
6.4 Benefits of this Book
APPENDIX 1. THE GOOD IR WEBSITE EVALUATION CHECKLIST
APPENDIX 2. A SPECIMEN OF INVESTOR RELATIONS REPORT PRESENTATION TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. Adapted from the National Institute of Investor Relations (NIRI) Publications
APPENDIX 3. DETAILS OF KEY INVESTOR RELATIONS SOCIETIES AROUND THE WORLD
APPENDIX 4. INVESTOR RELATIONS PRACTICES CHECKLIST. Adapted from the National Institute of Investor Relations (NIRI) Publications
APPENDIX 5. A SPECIMEN INVESTOR RELATIONS WEBSITE USER SURVEY
APPENDIX 6. SPECIMEN OF A JOB DESCRIPTION OF AN INVESTOR RELATIONS OFFICER
Basic Function:
Principal Accountabilities:
APPENDIX 7. TOP 20 INVESTOR RELATIONS WEBSITES AROUND THE WORLD IN 2008
APPENDIX 8. A SPECIMEN FACTSHEET – VODAFONE
APPENDIX 9. EXTRACT FROM AN INVESTORS PERCEPTION STUDY
Key Takeaways
Middle East Capital Markets & IR Perception
LIST OF REFERENCES
