FS Sustainability

First Sentier MUFG unveils investor guide to ocean risks

RIDDHIMA TALWANI   The First Sentier MUFG Sustainable Investment Institute has launched a new framework for investors to navigate ocean risks and opportunities.

Podcast: Turning geospatial data into investor insight

THE GREENER WAY   A conversation with Josh Gilbert, head of geospatial strategy, ISS STOXX Sustainability, on how geospatial intelligence is reshaping climate and nature risk analysis for investors.

James Hardie hit with class action over performance disclosures

RIDDHIMA TALWANI   James Hardie is facing a class action from investors alleging it engaged in misleading conduct when disclosing its earning guidance in 2025.

Most ASX300 boards comprise nearly 40% women: Index

KARREN VERGARA   The majority of the top 300 ASX-listed companies boast of having boards with nearly 40% female representation, as all-male boards are soon to be a thing of the past, the 2026 Board Diversity Index (BDI) reveals.

ART to employ more First Nations members into its workforce

MATTHEW WAI   Australian Retirement Trust has launched its second Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan, highlighting initiatives the super fund will complete by the end of 2028, including setting up a First Nations workforce target.

Climate reporting finally compares apples to apples: ASIC

RIDDHIMA TALWANI   ASIC commissioner Kate O'Rourke says the mandatory climate reporting introduced this year will help investors for the first time and provide a baseline for comparability and consistency on climate-related financial disclosures.

Wesfarmers partners for affordable housing venture

VINNY VUCAGO   Built Group and Wesfarmers have formed a 50:50 joint venture aimed at accelerating housing delivery through industrial-scale manufacturing, as Australia grapples with persistent supply shortages.

Greenpeace settles Woodside lawsuit

MATTHEW WAI   Greenpeace Australia Pacific has settled a lawsuit against ASX-listed Woodside Energy over alleged misrepresentation of its emission reductions targets.

Private sector pushes for NZ modern slavery law

RIDDHIMA TALWANI   Multiple private sector players including AMP Wealth Management New Zealand, Ausbil, Future Group, Metrics Credit Partners, U Ethical Investors and Westpac have signed a statement to support the introduction of laws to address modern slavery in New Zealand.

ANZ to enhance financial literacy for First Nations people in new partnership

MATTHEW WAI   ANZ has announced a two-year partnership with First Nations Foundation to expand its outreach program for improved financial literacy among First Nations communities.

Private markets offer new opportunities for responsible investors

VINNY VUCAGO   Responsible investment principles are becoming increasingly important in private markets as investors seek to balance financial returns with environmental and social outcomes, according to new research highlighting the growing role of ESG considerations across alternative assets

Brookfield partners to launch European renewable energy platform

MATTHEW WAI   Brookfield Asset Management is entering into a joint venture with Mitsubishi HC Capital to run a portfolio of contracted, operative renewable energy assets in Europe, with potential to expand investments to Australia.

LGT taps sustainable investing specialist

VINNY VUCAGO   LGT Wealth Management has strengthened its sustainable investing capabilities with the appointment of former Wellington Management director Tessa Volkmer as head of sustainable investment, as demand for climate aware and impact focused portfolio strategies continues to grow among high-net-worth investors.

Rabobank names global chief sustainability officer

KARREN VERGARA   Rabobank has promoted a long serving leader to the executive role of chief sustainability officer.