Porsche poses governance dilemma for investors weighing IPO

Market concerns: An employee works in the workshop of a Porsche SE dealership in Dortmund, Germany. While the luxury car brand scores well with investors on environmental issues, some are concerned over its governance. — Bloomberg

PORSCHE’S leadership set-up and the limited influence for stock market investors after its initial public offering (IPO) are prompting some fund managers – particularly those focused on governance issues – to think twice about whether to invest in the listing.

Volkswagen has said it will list its Porsche AG sports car brand this month or early next.