Using a manually collected dataset on the overseas experiences of directors of Chinese listed firms, we examine the effects of returnee directors on firms' corporate social responsibility (CSR) engagement. Our results show that returnee directors significantly improve their firms' CSR...

We investigate the impact of the purchase of Directors’ and Officers’ liability insurance (D&O insurance) on a firm’s risk-taking behaviour in China, measured by the firm’s maturity mismatch ratio. Using a unique manually collected dataset, we find a significant positive relationship...

We examine the relationship between CEO social capital and the level of corporate risk-taking for Chinese listed firms during the period from 2007–2020. Our results conclude a significant positive role of CEO social capital on the level of corporate risk-taking. We reveal that a better...