PCAOB boosts investor focus with new advisory appointments

The PCAOB has named new members to its Investor Advisory Group and Standards and Emerging Issues Advisory Group, reinforcing its push to embed investor perspectives into audit oversight. These strategic appointments come at a time when trust in audit quality is under scrutiny—especially following recent disciplinary action against nine KPMG network firms for rule violations.

For sustainability-minded leaders, this signals a shift toward greater transparency and investor accountability across financial reporting. With a renewed focus on emerging risks and standards, the PCAOB is sharpening its tools to protect stakeholders and restore confidence in audit integrity.

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