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Solactive to launch new exclusions-based series as other providers ditch ESG terms or apply exclusions ahead of May deadline.

It comes as part of a broader GFANZ pivot to mobilising transition capital for emerging markets.

Will EU climate benchmarks continue to dominate the market for decarbonisation strategies as new ideas emerge?

It follows other regulatory initiatives in the EU and UK.

The latest developments in sustainable finance: NBIM and PRI say no additional accounting rules needed for climate disclosure; CFA Institute publishes net-zero aligned portfolio framework.

University of Cambridge research finds a third of asset owners face barriers finding products, with tracking error concerns a major obstacle.

Net-zero finance sector body seeks market feedback on transition categories targeting real-economy decarbonisation.

Net-zero finance sector body to release consultation paper developed with investors at PRI in Person next month.

The latest developments in sustainable finance: Commission publishes ESRS Q&A; UK reportedly planning ESG ratings regulation next year.

It comes amid a wider organisational restructuring across the data and analytics division.