UBS identifies four top sustainable investing themes
The Swiss bank believes energy, cybersecurity, food, and climate should be the key focus for ESG investors
Asia
Latest news and expert analysis on ESG investment topics for the Asia region.
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Healthcare scores poorly for ESG but is a vital sector
Access to medicine as well as litigation and reputation risks make it a complex area for sustainable investors
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WisdomTree hits back at shareholders pushing for a proxy fight
Accusing one of being driven by his ‘outsized ego’ and ‘personal animosity’ towards its CEO
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Jupiter urges systematic approach to biodiversity
As escalating climate risks deplete the world’s natural assets, investors need to factor biodiversity into their strategies, says Jupiter Asset Management (Jupiter AM)
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BNP Paribas launches sustainable Asian cities fund
Article 9 fixed income fund takes a two-pronged ESG approach
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HKMA partners with CFA Institute for ESG qualification
The course is designed to meet local and international demand in the investment industry
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Getting houses in order for Mifid II
Mifid II rules coming into effect this August include sustainability considerations
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Blackrock debuts series of ESG multi-asset funds in Hong Kong
The products are among the first fund of funds that invests into ESG ETFs recognised by the Securities and Futures Commission
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Sustainable funds resilient amid market volatility
Despite macroeconomic headwinds, sustainable funds in most regions have held up better than conventional market
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HSBC launches biodiversity mandate for Asia private banking clients
The new strategy targets companies that aim to unlock the transition toward the circular bioeconomy
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Why cybersecurity is a social investment concern
Cyberattacks topping list of companies’ fears, says MainStreet Partners’ Martina Castelli
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SSGA backs active, passive mix for climate investing
Firm says a combination of investment approaches is more effective