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Latest news and expert analysis on ESG investment topics for the Asia region.
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JP Morgan PB launches new tool for impact investing asset allocators
The wealth manager said its new Impact Assessment and Contribution Tool (IMPACT) will provide an analytical foundation for manager selection in impact investing.
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Distinguishing ESG, sustainability and impact investing
The investment industry could make a significant contribution by avoiding more jargon and acronyms.
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Asset managers publish interim net-zero targets
NGOs say allowing targets to be set on a subset of AUM is roadblock to halving emissions by 2030.
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UBS GWM identifies green tech opportunities
Companies that provide technological solutions to climate change challenges will prosper, said the Swiss bank.
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Sustainable funds continue to gain momentum in Asia
Taiwan leads Asia in terms of net inflows of sustainable funds in the third quarter, Morningstar’s data shows.
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COP26: First day warnings
COP26 opened yesterday with urgent pleas from Alok Sharma and a warning from the WMO.
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Grappling with governance in China to find green transition opportunities
ESG investors will not get far without knowing the nuances of the market, regulation and companies themselves, say asset managers.
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CFA Institute launches global ESG product standards
The association aims to address greenwashing and help investors compare products.
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Apac investors have faith in sustainable investing
Investors are seeing the benefits of adding sustainable investing (SI) into their portfolios, the latest UBS investor sentiment survey shows.
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UOBAM launches ESG bond fund
UOB Asset Management (UOBAM) offers the first Singapore-focused ESG fund to help investors contribute to the nation’s sustainability drive.
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AIIB sets climate change targets
The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) will align its public and private financial flows with the goals of the Paris Agreement.