Principled investors drive responsible investing growth
Nearly two thirds of retail investors are now switched on to sustainable investment, survey finds
Asia
Latest news and expert analysis on ESG investment topics for the Asia region.
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Domestic managers share China’s ESG challenges
ESG investing in China is largely driven by international investors, as domestic fund managers and institutions are still trying to understand the concept, according to a CFA report
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Investors key to UK’s 2050 zero carbon target
Investors have welcomed the UK government’s ambitious environmental plans
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Almi Invest hires manager to VC fund
Alex Molvin has worked as both an investment manager and a chief executive officer in his portfolio career
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Investors yet to see benefits of ESG disclosures
Calls for a global regulatory approach to cut investor costs
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Premier creates ‘head of responsible investing’ role
The company’s new recruit will take up the position in September 2019
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Investors call for APAC companies to agree a common ESG standard
Investors are frustrated by the quality of company reporting data on environmental and social issues
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Candriam unveils carbon neutral Climate Action fund
Fund will invest in companies in energy efficiency, renewable energy, recycling, waste and water management
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Climate-related information insufficient for investors
Companies need to do more to anticipate how climate change will impact their business in the years to come
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BNP Paribas AM sets ESG fixed income goal
All of the firm’s EM fixed income products are expected to be ESG compliant this year
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Environmental regulations could benefit thematic funds
Politics and regulation can be a tailwind for the renewables sector, claim fund managers
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Shell earmarks billions more for oil and gas exploration
‘Shell thinks it can keep increasing its emissions’ says lobby group Follow This