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Agency problems arise when there is a conflict of interest between the principals (owners or shareholders) and agents (managers or executives) of a company. These issues often stem from the agents prioritizing their own interests, such as personal financial gain or job security, over the best interests of the principals, leading to decisions that may not maximize shareholder value. This misalignment can occur due to information asymmetry, where agents possess more information about the company's operations than the principals, making it difficult for the latter to monitor agent performance effectively.

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