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Industry experts question narrative of corporate retreat from DE&I following pressure from right-wing activists.
Global climate initiative will no longer require partnering organisations to adopt net-zero targets in strategic shift.
Major US asset owner calls exits by bulge bracket banks 'deeply disturbing' as CEOs remain members of GFANZ strategy group.
The latest developments in sustainable finance: Investors pre-declare on Microsoft AI proposals; Switzerland launches TCFD consultation.
The latest developments in sustainable finance: Standard Life to align default pension with SDR; Impax AM reports full-year net outflows of £5.8bn.
Investors and lawyers look at the implications of changes at the White House and SEC for environmental and social shareholder resolutions.
Consultants flag concerns over US influence on UK stewardship, point to legal risks as reasons for leaving climate initiatives.
Speaking to Responsible Investor, Kunal Kapoor warns of ESG 'stalemate' and calls for focus on financial materiality to convince doubters.
Morningstar’s Lindsey Stewart discusses the challenges and solutions for investors engaged in climate stewardship.
The mood music was mixed at sustainable finance's biggest annual event, with messages of hope balanced by gloomier musings on responsible investing and its impact.