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Investor risk appetite is being put to the test by historically low yields on junk bonds, default fears in the China property sector, and rising inflation fears. But some see attractions in protected exchange traded funds and crypto schemes
Issuance of sustainability-linked securities has risen fastest, but conventional green bonds are still the most popular
Debt issuers are pushing the boundaries of what is ‘sustainable’ as the label can cut costs
Executives must consider post-pandemic conditions and need to focus on ESG
More specific view of how individual companies are tackling climate change will be needed
Funds differ on what constitutes ESG investing
Plus, COP draft published with revisions expected in the final days
Some asset managers are tiring of quiet conversations with companies about emissions and are now threatening to divest
Financial regulator aims to clean up inconsistent labelling around sustainable investment products
Businesses will need to meet climate-related criteria to be included in asset purchase programme
‘Greenwashing’ fears over eye-catching headline number committed to decarbonisation
Financial sector pressured to cut exposure to carbon-intensive industries
Capital allocation must be aligned with tackling environmental risks
Objections to new international outfit aiming to bring clarity to ESG investment hinge on its broad approach
Many net zero pledges by businesses lack substance, but their biggest shareholders can hold them to account
In the vast pool of data, how can investors see the impact their money is making?
Retail shareholders can get organised and can push for change if they band together
Investigation shows extensive financing activity has continued since Paris accord on global warming
Research renews concerns surrounding passive investment and quality of data
As fund managers race to meet surging demand for sustainable investment, regulators are getting tough on greenwashing. Plus: activist shareholders make their mark; sin stocks; ESG with Chinese characteristics; climate-friendly pensions; is crypto a no-no?
The case for excluding ESG laggards is not clear-cut, though regulation may soon tip the balance
The country’s net zero ambition is attractive, its human rights record less so
Asset managers are keen to benefit from a surge of investor money, but ESG branding can be risky
Concerns about greenwashing have grown as sustainable finance has gone mainstream
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