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ACCR seeking shareholders for resolution at Rio Tinto AGM

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  FRIDAY, 9 FEB 2018  |  NEWS
... is no longer aligned with MCA's lobbying policies, and thus, it "doesn't make sense" for Rio Tinto to spend shareholder money on supporting the MCA. ACCR launched its public call for Rio shareholders at the beginning of February, and have already seen ...

Thorn agrees to ASIC undertaking for refunds, write-offs for goods leases

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  THURSDAY, 25 JAN 2018  |  NEWS
The Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) has announced regulatory outcomes against Thorn's consumer leasing businesses Radio Rentals, RR and Rentlo Reinvented that will see millions in dollars of refunds and write-offs of fees to consumers. ...

Increasing financial inclusion could yield increasing revenue to banks: EY

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  THURSDAY, 25 JAN 2018  |  NEWS
... global emerging markets leader. "With technology, rapid mobile and especially smart phone applications, banks are leaving money on the table that they could capture, and not just leaving money, but endangering their future growth story because these ...

SVA Diversified Impact Fund receives more than $10m in funding

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  FRIDAY, 22 DEC 2017  |  NEWS
... their communities and matches private investment. SVA, Foresters Community Finance and SEFA were selected to manage the money. The fund has attracted cornerstone investment from Carol and Alan Schwartz through the Trawalla Foundation. It has been established ...

APRA encourages entities to perform stress-test for climate-related risks

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  FRIDAY, 1 DEC 2017  |  NEWS
The "weight of money" is driving the transition to a low carbon economy, and "commercial imperatives such as investment, innovation and reputational factors, is increasingly driving that shift, rather than scientists or policymakers," according to Geoff ...

ESG integration comes into its own in fixed income portfolios: RIAA

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  SUNDAY, 19 NOV 2017  |  NEWS
... that with integration, you can have impact without giving up return," Tang said. "Which basically draws a huge amount more money in, whereas the number of investors who are willing to give up return for social impact is a smaller band." Engaging with ...

Strong consumer demand for responsible, ethical super and investment: RIAA

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  WEDNESDAY, 15 NOV 2017  |  NEWS
... more Australians show a desire for their investments and savings to align with their values, those already investing their money responsibly are enjoying strong financial performance," he added. The research found that Australians want superannuation ...

RIAA annual conference to discuss how responsible investment will shape future economy

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  FRIDAY, 10 NOV 2017  |  NEWS
... how we avoid harmful industries from divestment, and where the industry is shifting is to focus on where we're allocating money as opposed to where we withdraw money from," said Simon O'Connor, RIAA CEO. "How do we get more money flowing into sustainable ...

Responsible Investment Certification Program certifies BetaShares Global Sustainability Leaders ETF

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  FRIDAY, 27 OCT 2017  |  NEWS
... managing director. "This accreditation provides a good benchmark for investors to know that what they are putting their money into is an ethically responsible fund." ETHI's screening criteria includes an environmental/sustainability requirement but also ...

Local Government Super appoints Bruce Miller as board chair

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  WEDNESDAY, 27 SEP 2017  |  NEWS
... delighted to have the opportunity to work closely with Mr Miller and the LGS Board in growing the fund, providing value for money for members, and continuing our commitment to sustainable and responsible investment," said David Smith, LGS CEO. Lindsay ...