Gender-focused funds on rise but data scarce
It remains difficult to find gender data related to profit and loss at a company, according to AXA IM
Author: ESG Clarity Asia
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State Street announces huge upgrade to ESG platform
New data from IdealRatings, MSCI, Trucost and Sustainalytics will assist investors looking to monitor ESG risks
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Alliance Trust boosts sustainable investment oversight
The group has appointed Hermes Equity Ownership Services as part of its continued investment in its ESG approach
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Co-op issues sustainability bond
The sterling-denominated sustainability bond is a first for a UK retailer
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Plastics firms prepare to debate investor demands
Manufacturers, packaging companies and consumer goods retailers are facing growing pressure from investors
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Solactive invests in Minerva Analytics
The deal significantly amplifies Minerva’s global presence
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Exclusion funds are not sustainable, says Robeco
Fund group’s ESG lead says that asset managers must think more strategically about sustainable investment
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Watching links between ESG and financials
A sharp ESG profile should be coupled with clear financial performance, according to NN Investment Partners
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Franklin Templeton joins SASB investor group
The organisation now has 45 members representing some $33 trn of assets under management
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Developed nations ‘unlikely’ to meet sustainable development goals
The OECD’s secretary general says more needs to be done if the 2030 target is to be met
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Hong Kong Stock Exchange sets board diversity guidance
Trading venue hopes to foster better representation for minorities with new rules
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Climate change could devastate financial system, experts warn
Central bankers must stress the urgency, campaigners say