Sovereign debt governance levels plummet
A new study by Insight Investment found governance standards at sovereign debt issuers are falling
Asia
Latest news and expert analysis on ESG investment topics for the Asia region.
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Wellington launches climate strategy
Firm has seen growing demand from institutional and wholesale clients for sustainable funds
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European oil majors lead renewables charge
European oil companies are leading the world in renewable energy transition, but companies in US, China and Russia are far behind
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Morningstar slams hidden backers behind anti-ESG campaign
SEC proxy voting review accused of being influenced by corporate interests
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Dutch fund manager presses for change in energy sector
NN Investment Partners has outlined a new engagement programme for investments in energy companies
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Record Currency Management plans new strategy
The company has been working with Oxford researchers to develop its new strategy and is seeding the launch with its own money
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FCA chief: ESG and patient capital will raise trust in fund managers
Andrew Bailey says stakes are getting higher for securing the confidence of the public
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INDOS Financial trials ESG oversight service
The company said it is responding to demand for the independent verification of ESG policies
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Aberdeen Standard markets Global Sustainability Trust
The fund is targeting a total return of between 6-8% each year, while making investments with environmental or social impact
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Fund selectors urged to seek impact evidence
A research report from a Dutch fund management group highlights the areas where credible data is already available
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Pension funds slow to recognise climate risks
The largest UK pension funds have failed to integrate climate risks into their investment decision-making, a survey has found
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World’s largest sovereign wealth fund seeks proxy improvements
The manager of the world’s largest sovereign wealth fund wants greater transparency of proxy voting