New regulations and a changing market environment are leading to new types of funds
Investors are sharpening their engagement tools with a focus on results
Fund managers are more focused on geopolitical risks and clean energy sources
Yields are lower than those of competitors, but company quality is higher
Assets such as rivers, forests and grasslands provide important services that have a positive economic impact
ESG asset levels rose markedly since 2020, but growth was flattened by last year’s tough economy
MSCI changes methodology, resulting in one-time ratings shift
Big companies are under pressure from investors to detail environmental, social and governance factors
Regime to protect investors must also work for industry, regulator says
IOSCO calls for work to develop assurance standards for sustainability reporting