Newmont Mining Corporation

The giving and receiving of gifts and gratuities are commonplace in most societies. This practice in a business context is typically meant to create goodwill and establish trust in business relationships. However, in certain circumstances, the practice can create a conflict of interest or the appearance of impropriety. Thus, we must learn how to distinguish when to give and when not to give a gift, and when it is acceptable to receive a gift and when it is not acceptable.