Emerging market funds should focus on ESG, RWC says
Within emerging markets, the firm is positive on technology disruption, financial inclusion, new auto tech, health and fitness, infrastructure development, education and sustainable energy.
Asia
Latest news and expert analysis on ESG investment topics for the Asia region.
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Thomas Lloyd sustainable infra fund reaches €100m milestone
Listed on the Green Exchange in Luxembourg, the fund makes direct investing in private infrastructure accessible to a broader range of investors.
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High governance scrutiny expected for Woodford comeback
With greater interest in ESG, is disgraced manager Neil Woodford returning to the same industry he left?
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Manulife Sustainable Asia Bond Fund now available in Europe
The strategy makes use of the firm’s proprietary Asian credit research and ESG capabilities.
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Asia ESG outlook: Increasingly digital, decarbonised and data-led
Asia commentators explore trends and ESG opportunities in the region.
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Identifying investment opportunities in water
Increase in opportunities to invest in improving water supply, waste management and infrastructure in developed and emerging markets.
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Majority of FSTE 250 companies ignore climate-related factors in annual reports
Shareholders need to up pressure on firms to provide better climate disclosures.
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JOHCM hires from Fidelity for sustainable water fund launch
JOHCM affiliate Regnan to launch global equities sustainable water and waste investment strategy this year.
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Amundi rolls out ‘ESG Improvers’ funds
The products target companies with ESG-related growth potential at an early stage, according to a statement by the firm.
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Which funds made the latest Responsible Ratings Index?
The latest Responsible Ratings Index shows funds from Fidelity, Lindsell Train and Pictet topping the list.
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Video: Alquity launches global impact fund
In this video interview Alquity’s Marnie Aragon-Uy speaks to ESG Clarity about its newest product – the Global Impact Fund
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Impact bond issuance reaches record high
Insight Investment says impact bond issuance grew 60% in 2020.