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Which European companies are most transparent about tax?
VBDO benchmark finds 34% lacked ‘proper ESG integration in tax matters’
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Asset manager execs fear legal risk from failing sustainability rules
Simmons & Simmons report finds reputation also plays a decisive role
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‘SRI product environment becoming more challenging and uncertain’
IA head of sustainability and responsible investments discusses shifting client needs, politics and regulation
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SDR and green taxonomy updates: Takeaways from UKSIF summit
Baroness Vere announces transition plan disclosure consultation and panels discuss COP28 and regulation
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Financial advisers should tell clients about 1.5 degree pathway investments
Questions over Mifid II and SDR remain but Morningstar IM’s Bragazza says advisers have ‘responsibility’ to clients
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SFDR overhaul: What the EU Commission should include
Fund labels, disclosure requirements and sustainable definitions all under the consultation microscope
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‘Alarming’ UK water issues require rigorous regulation
For investment managers, engagement is one way to influence and public interest can help determine priorities
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FCA finds ESG funds ‘not meeting expectations’
Ahead of SDR the UK regulator spotlights ESG inconsistency, and lack of stewardship and governance, in retail funds
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FRC scraps ESG changes to governance code following industry feedback
Includes proposals relating to the role of audit committees on ESG
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CFA Institute releases climate risk analysis certificate
Addressing the practical application of climate factors in investment decisions
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Five takeaways from PRI in Person
This year’s conference in Tokyo looked at adapting to local contexts, the expanding role of private markets and more
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‘Massive failure of governance’: Leadership lessons as Odey AM closes
Firm is closing following allegations of sexual harassment by its founder

