Managers of Wealth

US continues to lag behind with ESG

American investors are showing more appetite for responsible investing, but political and regulatory roadblocks are still standing in the sector’s way

Asset managers collaborate to create Net Zero Investment Framework

A blueprint for asset managers to maximise their contribution in tackling climate change and achieving net zero emissions by 2050

An opportunity to go above and beyond the green recovery

The pandemic has also thrown the fossil fuel industry into turmoil.

Can a watch be sustainable?

From marketing ploys to meaningful change, we explore sustainability in the watch space.

Momentum Builds for ESG Investment Among Global Public Investors, According To OMFIF-BNY Mellon Survey

The findings, also published in OMFIF’s latest Global Public Investor Report

Wealth manager unveils sustainable MPS to UK adviser market

In a bid to cater the growing appetite for ESG strategies in the sector

Invesco sets out ambitions in inaugural climate change report

'Our clients are increasingly placing climate issues at the centre of their investment decisions'

Lombard Odier partners with Plastic Bank to reduce ocean plastic pollution

Plastic pollution is one of the greatest threats facing our oceans.

Investors see ESG-compliant projects as safe havens: deVere report

This refers to investments that will generate strong financial returns while delivering a measurable environmental or social impact.

Can Investors Save the Planet While Making a Profit?

In addition to identifying and targeting investors especially interested in the area, larger funds have the opportunity to tailor investment allocation.

How to build back better: 8 ways sustainable businesses can survive in the post-COVID era

Now is an opportunity for businesses to decouple economic growth from the forces that have led to the pandemic - among them, exploitation of natural resources and climate change.

Climate change: asset managers join forces with the eco-warriors

The pandemic has persuaded some investors of the potential financial damage from global warming

Green bond issuance could set record high above $200bn this year – AXA Investment Managers

So far this year there has been just over $80bn of green bonds issued by businesses, much of which is being used to fund the transition to a low carbon environment.

European Commission adopts climate benchmark rules

Climate benchmarks will address the risk of ‘greenwashing’ and contribute to an increased level of transparency and comparability

Why the safest thing to do in today’s economic climate, is get dangerous

Right now, when everything has been turned upside down, the safest thing you can do is get dangerous.

56% of investors say sustainable investments (ESG) are a new safe-haven

A safe-haven asset is a financial instrument that is expected to retain, or even gain value during periods of economic downturn.

Boohoo scandal ‘poses challenge’ to ESG ratings

The fast fashion brand’s unexpected fall from grace highlights problems with third-party ESG ratings system

Swiss-owned boutique launches ESG short duration credit fund

The new strategy will focus on issuers on positive trajectory to meet their sustainability goals.

Can ESG-related investments help Asia get back on track?

More investors drawn into sustainable business models as ESG funds show resilience during Covid-19 crisis

Monumental times for sustainable finance

Tim Hames, former Director-General of the BVCA, gives his take on Guernsey’s Sustainable Finance Week.

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