Rule requires pension plan fiduciaries to focus on financial returns rather than ‘non-pecuniary goals or policy objectives’

U.S. environmental organizations are working with British-based Green Finance Institute to try and establish green banks in all major markets

New benchmarks incorporate several tools and measurements to help investors ‘go beyond reducing carbon intensity’

Willis Towers Watson has identified action points to improve diversity in asset management companies

The ‘Bank On’ initiative is being flagged as a key solution for underbanked and unbanked individuals and communities across the US

A new more left leaning administration could help drive an uptick in demand for ESG investment products

Research also revealed 87% of investors feel climate change influences their investment choices

Loaning securities must evolve to reflect the needs of investors, says the Risk Management Association

Last week, global banking powerhouse HSBC announced a major commitment to aligning its financial policies with the Paris Agreement and set an ambitious target of net zero carbon emissions within a decade

Investment managers and banks are increasingly launching passive funds with a dedicated focus on environmental, social and governance theme