Impact investing

The latest developments in sustainable finance: UK to consult on fiduciary duty trustee guidance this spring; Council of EU formally approves sustainability Omnibus.

The latest developments in sustainable finance: FCA says some SPO providers will fall in scope of ESG ratings rules; consultation launches on principles for responsible defence investment.

As part of RI’s global asset owner series, pensions giant notes need for ‘respectful’ monitoring of managers’ stewardship efforts.

Leading academics back call for disclosure-based integration as Deka warns that uncertainty is 'a big issue' for planning.

Danielle Brassel talks about remodelling its engagement approach as well as 'figuring out' what managers are doing on ESG amid initiative departures, as part of RI's global asset owner series.

Pension funds assess impact managers on reporting but few fully read reports, according to Pension for Purpose.

Client demand for nature-focused strategies is growing but identifying transactions and sourcing data is still a challenge, say bond investors.

Head of sustainability for Schroders' private assets wing says investors are looking to own frameworks and KPIs instead of using Article 8 or 9 classifications.

As climate change impacts worsen, Louie Woodall explores the need to scale up investment in resilience and adaptation.

Manager says it could not put every impact avenue in successful application, while Stewart Investors confirms it will not use the SDR labels for any of its funds.