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Companies are increasing ESG reporting: US Chamber of Commerce
A recent survey showed most public companies are revealing information on climate change, but want mandatory ESG disclosures to be flexible.
Democrats press Labor Department for update on ESG rules
In a letter to Labor Secretary Marty Walsh, Democrats asked for an update on the DOL’s rule proposals on ESG criteria. Last year, the Trump administration DOL finalized two rules that tamped down on use of so-called nonpecuniary factors in investment selection.
Finalists for Women in Asset Management Awards announced
More than 100 individuals were named on the short list for awards in 16 categories; the winners will be announced on Sept. 9.
How firms can effectively communicate an ESG value proposition
It's critical for wealth management firms to create authentic and compelling narratives around their sustainable investing offerings.
Pension funds talk green but hold billions in polluter stocks
The 10 largest public pension funds devote about 9% of their combined equity holdings to 20 high-carbon emitting companies, according to Bloomberg Intelligence.
Gensler says SEC will propose climate risk rules by year-end
The SEC chairman signals that the disclosures about the risks corporations face from climate change may appear in the mandatory filings public companies make to the agency.
European ESG benchmarks make greenwashing harder
While only about $1.2 billion is now tied to gauges that meet the European Commission requirements, inflows have more than doubled since January, according to the European Securities and Markets Authority.
Sustainable fund assets grew 12% in Q2: Morningstar
Inflows to 4,929 funds worldwide fell 24% from the first quarter’s record $184 billion, according to a Morningstar report.
A four-step approach to working with clients on sustainable investing
Advisers should provide a global view and frame conversations around investors' values.
Peirce’s concerns about ESG rulemaking could split SEC
The Republican SEC commissioner's doubts provide ammunition to those who want to push back against mandatory disclosures.
New ETF leverages crypto miners and ESG
The actively managed ETF offers the narrowest of investment themes: a leveraged play on Bitcoin with the added twist of being easy on the planet.
Educating clients on the social of ESG investing
Minding the "s" means recognizing the impact disgruntled employees or suppliers can have on reputations and business operations.
BlackRock voted against 255 directors because of climate issues
According to its stewardship report, the asset manager supported 35% of 843 shareholder proposals that it voted on in the recent proxy season, compared with 17% in the previous year.
ETF sponsors perform well on diversity, equity and inclusion, study finds
Nearly 90% of exchange-traded fund sponsors received the highest score in Sage Advisory's study of ETF stewardship.
RBC adviser fired following arrest on domestic violence charges
Florida-based adviser Scott Jay Matalon was fired from RBC after facing charges of kidnapping, domestic battery and false imprisonment.
Private banker carves out his niche with clients that hold illiquid assets
Boston Family Advisors has a narrow focus on wealthy families that have most of their assets invested in private equity and venture capital.
NAPA launches ESG certificate program
The training is designed to help retirement plan advisers evaluate environmental, social and governance investing opportunities.
Too much regulatory oversight seen threatening ESG growth
Experts acknowledge the "Tower of Babel" criticism regarding ESG guidelines and nomenclature, but are concerned too much structure could be harmful.
Dimensional Funds’ ESG expert says consistent rules would improve ratings
Companies that do well on one ESG criteria may not do as well on others, thus the value of opaque ratings can be confusing and frustrating for investors.
SEC advisory committee recommends diversity, ESG disclosures
Chairman Gary Gensler says agency is looking into what asset managers mean when they call funds 'sustainable.'
