ISS ESG introduces new Sustainability Bond Rating

Australian's can access genetic testing without risking discrimination in life insurance under a new ban that took effect on October 8, with the Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA) also updating its rules to handle complaints involving adverse genetic test results.

Australian Ethical Investment is expanding its private markets capabilities and deepening its focus on measurable impact.

Robeco's 2026 Global Climate Investing Survey of 300 institutional and wholesale investors, managing around US$35.8 trillion, found 56% of APAC investors said climate change is central to their investment policy.

Australia's major banks are facing renewed scrutiny over their exposure to deforestation, with new analysis from the Australian Conservation Foundation (ACF) linking mortgages held by lenders to more than 16,500 hectares of forest clearing.