Over 50% of investors are engaged with the impact private debt sector
Over 100 private debt strategies now target key environmental and social themes
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Macfarlanes’ Richardson: ‘I would not be surprised if the UK Green Taxonomy is scrapped’
ESG litigation and regulatory upheaval were also among key topics addressed by law firm Macfarlanes
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Challenging the trade-off misconception between adaptation and mitigation
Adaptation solutions are seeing increased demand following the LA wildfires
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Bond appetite nudges Article 8/9 AUM higher in Q4
Article 8 and Article 9 funds reached €6.1trn, accounting for 60% of the total market share, according to Morningstar Sustainalytics
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Relying solely on ESG scores ‘doesn’t ensure alignment with do no harm principles’
Exclusionary practices can complement and reinforce ESG integration strategies, according to the latest EDHEC report
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Nature-based solutions ‘best way’ to reduce livestock emissions
Only 45% of climate-focused public funding goes towards nature-based solutions, according to FAIRR’s latest report
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More than half of investors still consider ESG factors during portfolio asset allocation
Difficulty in measuring impact and inconsistent regulations are the biggest barriers
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Stewardship in 2025: Trends and tools for sustainable investors
Public health, AI and biodiversity are earmarked as top engagement priorities but investors will need to demonstrate resilience amid challenges
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CEOs: Climate-related investments six times more likely to increase revenues
PwC’s Annual Global CEO Survey finds optimism among global business leaders
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Can the magnificent seven ever be considered a ‘responsible’ investment?
With mental health and worker rights concerns, it is a ‘balancing act between making a lot of money and wanting to be a good citizen’
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Asia sees the light on ESG
Managers say businesses forging ahead on sustainable investing are largely self-motivated rather than responding to governmental initiatives
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Three ways climate transition plans can address financial risks
Transition plans improve the monitoring of climate-related financial risks, but more work is needed