The assassination of activists has become a tragic hallmark of mining-related conflicts.
According to a study by Monash University and Oxford University researchers, firms cited in media coverage of activist deaths experience strong market responses including divestments from risk-averse investors and a 32% drop in new contracts. Over the course of just 10 days following the event, these companies tend to lose over US$100 million in market capitalization.
These results drive home how human rights risks also carry financial consequences for companies and investors. The KYT platform helps decision-makers anticipate and manage risks by mapping the places where governance failures, social conflict, and environmental crime intersect with key economic activities. Rather than deterring investment, KYT provides the contextual insight necessary to engage responsibly, avoid reputational pitfalls, and align projects with community resilience and ecological integrity.
