SC says ESG interest growing in Asia
Asian investors are showing increased interest in ESG investments, says Standard Chartered Private Bank.
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Fed Hermes survey shows ESG growing in US
Federated Hermes has released a survey showing the growing importance of ESG among US financial advisors, high-net-worth individuals and institutional investors.
Blackrock to go 100% ESG by year end
Blackrock has said it plans to integrate ESG into all of its portfolios by the end of 2020.
HSBC GAM appoints head of FI ESG research
HSBC Global Asset Management has appointed Rachida Mourahib as head of fixed income ESG and green research.
UBS AM announces climate aware funds
UBS Asset Management has launched a range of funds under its ‘Climate Aware’ framework.
CA100+ puts pressure on emissions
The Climate Action 100+ group says it has written to the world’s largest carbon emitters saying that more action is needed to reduce emissions.
Alecta to target firms failing on ESG
Swedish pension fund Alecta has said it plans to target firms falling short on ESG.
DWS launches US corporate bond ESG ETF
DWS has launched a new ETF focused on the US corporate bond market.
UBS recommends ESG to private clients
UBS is to recommend sustainable solutions for its private clients.
BNPPAM targets 50% cut in funds carbon
BNP Paribas Asset Management has announced it plans a 50% carbon footprint cut for two multi-factor fixed income funds.