Paul Verney
Paul joined RI’s editorial team in 2017 and has developed a particular interest in shareholder engagement and ESG voting. His journalistic beat also includes developments in the banking sector around sustainability. Paul holds a Master’s degree in Philosophy from King’s College London.
MSCI only provider to improve quality score since 2023 as managers flag concerns about ’lack of care’, ERM survey shows.
Investor body shares guide with signatories on monitoring and engaging managers, including responsible investment clauses in mandates.
Investor body sets out new expectations for UK-listed companies and says members favour hybrid AGMs.
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The latest movers and shakers in ESG: Hetal Patel leaves Standard Life; Lopatta quits EFRAG SRB chair role.
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EU financial watchdog also confirms it will review ESG fund naming rules and deliver stocktake of EU green bonds.
Current plans could reduce quality of information for investors and discourage disclosure, RIAA says.
FTSE Russell’s annual asset owner survey also shows returning confidence in sustainable investment and a jump in support for divestment of high-emitters.
Wranglings over reforms to EU's carbon market get underway amid 'perfect storm' of gas, energy and carbon prices, experts warn.
Morningstar's annual institutional investor survey reveals slowing ESG integration after years of growth.