MSCI creates two EU climate index series
The tentative indices allow testing of the bloc’s benchmark methodology
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Europeans lead the way in sustainable investing
As Asia Pacific investors lag behind
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Sustainable flows must accelerate says Bank of Finland chief
But lack of harmonisation may put the EU’s climate targets at risk
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Chief exec of Norges Bank Investment Management to resign
Under his leadership, the Norwegian Government Pension Fund Global has become a more active shareholder
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Hermes calls for ‘seismic change’ with stewardship vision
New engagement regime is backed by revised UK Stewardship Code and EU Shareholder Rights Directive II
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Moody’s to buy stake in China-focused ESG firm
It was the first Chinese service provider to sign the UN Principles for Responsible Investment
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European sustainable funds surpass €625bn
As traditional equity strategies continue to ‘bleed assets’
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UBS unveils government bond sustainable ETF
The firm has joined forces with JP Morgan AM to expand its sustainable ETF products
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DWS offers emerging markets ESG ETF
Fund lines up alongside four other trackers providing exposure to global, US, Japanese and European markets
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Nuveen opens office in Copenhagen
To drive forward growth plans for northern Europe
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Just 16% of European central banks have climate focus
As a guide is rolled out to boost adoption of sustainable investment principles in their portfolios
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Breakthrough in ESG debt rating conundrum
New research seeks to address shortfalls in effectively incorporating ESG criteria into fixed income ratings