Two thirds of investors say FCA labels will increase trust in sustainability claims
Sustainability Focus label is most likely to be used for screening purposes, says AIC research
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How can investors carry out modern slavery due diligence?
Businesses that fail to address modern slavery risks face increasing legal, reputational and financial consequences, according to First Sentier report
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Barclays paper urges UK to accelerate transition finance policies to meet decarbonisation goals
The UK is expected to require as much as £60bn of capital investment each year through the late 2020s and 2030s
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Private enterprise: The specific skillsets for sustainable investor
Private markets are particularly well suited for sustainable investments, but clients should be aware this area requires a specific skillset
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Leap in investor interest in corporate governance
Increased investor interest in governance, transparency and disclosure, according to the annual ESG Attitudes Tracker
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Over half of managers believe net zero will ‘be disorderly or fail’
As LCP report urges managers to address gaps in their transition plans to achieve net zero targets
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Employees ‘fear retaliation’ as workplace bullying and sexual harassment goes unreported
A survey published by the Institute of Business Ethics also found a generational divide in willingness to report misconduct
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ESMA fund naming guidelines could stall growth of green bond sector
EFAMA says that clarification is urgently needed to enable, rather than restrict, EU sustainable investment
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High-risk greenwashing incidents increase by 30%
Increase in regulatory measures and companies engaging in greenhushing
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BSC calls on government to channel social impact investing in Budget as market hits £10bn AUM
AUM has grown 12-fold since 2012, but social challenges in UK are growing
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Three sustainable equity funds without undue factor risks
Morningstar’s van Genderen looks at the factor tilts in sustainable funds, and challenges some common assumptions
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Pricing carbon emissions to reach net zero
Importance of financial incentives in reducing carbon emissions addressed at UKSIF event