Corporate fraud refers to illegal activities committed by executives, employees, or agents of a corporation, typically with the intent to deceive or gain an unfair advantage financially. This can encompass a wide range of unethical and illegal behaviors within an organization, including but not limited to:

1. Financial Statement Fraud: Deliberate misrepresentation or manipulation of financial records, such as inflating revenues, understating expenses, or overstating assets, to mislead investors, creditors, or other stakeholders.

2. Embezzlement: Misappropriation or theft of company funds or assets by employees or executives entrusted with handling finances.

3. Insider Trading: Trading of a corporation's stocks or other securities by individuals with access to confidential or non-public information about the company, in violation of securities laws.

4. Bribery and Corruption: Offering, giving, receiving, or soliciting something of value to influence the actions of an official or other person in a position of authority, often to secure business advantages.

5. Kickbacks: Illicit payments made to individuals or entities in return for favorable treatment or contracts, often disguised as legitimate business transactions.

6. Accounting Fraud: Manipulating accounting records or financial statements to misrepresent the financial health of the company, deceive investors, or avoid taxes.

7. False Claims: Submitting false invoices, bills, or claims for payment, often related to goods or services that were not provided or were provided at inflated prices.

8. Non-Disclosure or Misrepresentation: Withholding or misrepresenting information about the company's financial status, business operations, or prospects to deceive stakeholders.