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Senators push back against SEC climate rule
More than 30 senators are supporting a measure that would overturn the regulator’s climate disclosure rule.
Climate Action 100+ signers colluding? No way, says Morningstar
Analysis of proxy voting records finds “a wide range of voting approaches” among asset managers and asset owners.
ARA, Ceres throw support behind DOL ESG rule for 401(k)s
The two nonprofits are urging the Court of Appeals to uphold a lower court decision supporting a 'middle-of-the-road' approach for fiduciaries.
Texas anti-ESG laws costing state more than $700M, study says
The restrictions have negative economic consequences, according to research supported by business groups.
Would US investors trust sustainability more if the data were better?
Deloitte study reveals challenge for public companies.
SEC climate rule leaves a lot up to companies
There will likely be a legal challenge, even though the SEC appears to have trimmed the climate rule to withstand litigation, lawyers said.
SEC passes climate rule that leaves no one happy
Scope 3 emissions excluded, commissioner says steps forward are 'bare minimum.'
Navigating the frontiers of ESG and gender data – with Christine Cappabianca
Join Christine Cappabianca, of Impax Asset Management, for a deep dive into quantitative study of gender diversity and equity considerations, and how it impacts the modern landscapes of investing.
Climate investors warn we ‘can’t afford to take a step back’
But coalition believes the right may be winning the ESG battle.
Navigating the complexities of sustainable investing
My clients want to create either equal or more return without compromising their values, wealth advisor says.
Green funds were in the red in 2023
Sustainable investing saw headwinds last year as investors pulled out of funds, but performance recovered from a rough 2022
Despite tripling assets, responsible investing funds haven’t outpaced market
An analysis shows retail investors drove global growth over the past 10 years, while the bias for negative screening and active strategies continued.
Closures of ESG ETFs pick up amid political backlash
Thirty-six sustainable ETFs were liquidated in the Americas last year, more than double the prior year.
New York state pension fund selling holdings in Exxon, other energy companies
The retirement fund says it plans to now focus on investments in utility companies and their efforts to shift away from fossil fuels.
BlackRock’s ESG business is on fire despite pushbacks
The asset manager has seen impressive inflows over the past two years.
Investing for social justice
Advisors should ask how and why clients want to address racial equity in their portfolios.
Sustainable investing interest growing globally, Morgan Stanley says
International poll shows US investors are allocating more of their portfolios toward sustainability compared to their peers overseas.
Is the honeymoon really over for ESG funds?
Analysts suggest long-term outlook is for ESG funds to perform roughly in line with the wider market.
Texas bans Barclays from muni market over ESG dispute
The state's attorney general said the bank failed to respond to requests for information about its carbon emission commitments.
ESG funds see first ever global net outflows
US investors pulled $5.1 billion from sustainable funds in Q4 2023.
