Discussions on carbon metrics are fast becoming a popular topic in investment circles. Carbon exposure is typically seen as a proxy for transition risk. Transition risk is a subset of climate risk associated with systematic shifts in regulation and consumption due to climate change.[1] Institutional investors, risk professionals and fund managers are increasingly looking to... Read more continue reading
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Feb
2021
With investors focusing more on ESG Kathryn Saklatvala investment matters than ever before, a new global study from bfinance, including 26 respondents from Australia, tracks key changes in implementation practices and identifies today’s key challenges. Three key themes have emerged from the findings: First, ESG is increasingly becoming a total-portfolio subject, with investors seeking to... Read more continue reading
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Feb
2021
There has been a marked increase in the demand for Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) /Sustainable style products and this trend looks set to continue. Unsurprisingly many firms are seeking to capture some of this growth through the launch of new products, but also rebranding of existing funds. This has led to concerns of ‘Greenwashing’,... Read more continue reading
12
Feb
2021
Aviva Investors, the global asset management business of Aviva Plc, has announced its Climate Engagement Escalation Programme, focused on its investments in 30 ‘Systemically Important Carbon Emitters’. The investment firm will require these companies to deliver net zero scope 3 emissions by 2050 and establish robust transition roadmaps to demonstrate their commitment to immediate action... Read more continue reading
04
Feb
2021
Kearney Group is pleased to officially announce the arrival of Ethos Managed Portfolios – a suite of responsible investment options suited to socially conscious and sustainability-minded investors. “At Kearney Group, we’ve long believed that good investment is responsible investment,” says CEO, Paul Kearney. “Short-term gains that come at the expense of our community and planet,... Read more continue reading
02
Feb
2021
Are ESG investors being fooled? The Wall Street Journal recently ran an article about how big technology stocks dominate ESG funds. Tech companies are not usually associated with the big ESG issues like climate change, renewable energy, or diversity. So, are financial advisers and investors being fooled? Let’s consider whether the ESG investor is still... Read more continue reading
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Dec
2020
Robeco has launched a new investment fund for the Australian market which is designed to contribute positively to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), while aiming to provide a monthly income distribution between 4% and 6% for clients. The Robeco SDG Credit Income Fund is now accessible in the Australian market and applies Robeco’s... Read more continue reading
07
Dec
2020
Hyperion Asset Management (Hyperion) has today announced that it has neutralised its net climate impact by offsetting its historical emission since its inception in 1996. The announcement is the latest step in the equity manager’s “carbon light” approach and commitment to cutting global emissions. Commenting on the announcement, Hyperion’s Managing Director and Chief Investment Officer Mark Arnold... Read more continue reading
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Dec
2020
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