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SGX-listed companies improving sustainability disclosures

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  THURSDAY, 20 MAY 2021  |  NEWS
... disclosures made to mid-2020. Almost half of the issuers discussed climate change as an economic, environmental, social and governance (EESG) factor. "Better sustainability reporting can help companies attract environmentally-conscious customers, obtain ...

"Booming" demand for ESG specialists

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  THURSDAY, 13 MAY 2021  |  NEWS
... newly created role. Moret joins NTAM from Franklin Templeton, where she was global head of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG). The hiring of ESG specialists hasn't been limited to fund managers. The Australian Retailers Association (ARA) ...

Using quant approaches to implement climate change targets

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  THURSDAY, 13 MAY 2021  |  NEWS
... according to Acadian Asset Management. Acadian, a quantitative equities manager, integrates environmental, social and governance data widely through portfolio processes, rather than using a single ESG signal in portfolios, said Matt Picone, senior vice ...

Brokers recognised for excellence in ESG research

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  THURSDAY, 13 MAY 2021  |  NEWS
... Australasian Centre for Corporate Responsibility. The nominated research covered each of the environmental, social and governance areas. RIAA reported that the largest portion and biggest increase on last year was reports covering climate change, with ...

First Sentier launches unit for sustainability research

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  WEDNESDAY, 12 MAY 2021  |  NEWS
... seeking independent and robust research that not only increases awareness and understanding of environmental, social and governance issues but which also drives change," Yasuda says. "The research published by the Institute will respond to this demand. ...

Fidelity International expands sustainable investing team

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  TUESDAY, 11 MAY 2021  |  NEWS
... University of Melbourne. He is a CFA charter holder. At Fidelity International, integrates Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) issues into research and investment decision-making process on the basis that it can affect long-term value of an investment. ...

Northern Trust AM names head of sustainable investing and stewardship

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  FRIDAY, 7 MAY 2021  |  NEWS
... fund manager said. Moret joins NTAM from Franklin Templeton, where she was global head of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG). "Julie brings deep expertise and keen insights in all facets of sustainable investing and stewardship. Her investment ...

ASX100 ESG underperformers in global manager's crosshairs

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  THURSDAY, 15 APR 2021  |  NEWS
... R-Factor scoring system. SSGA's R-Factor scoring system measures company performance on environmental, social and governance grounds. Started with the 2020 proxy season, SSGA increased engagement with companies they consider laggards, and in the ...

Loomis Sayles names three ESG appointments

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  TUESDAY, 6 APR 2021  |  NEWS
... embedded in each team's unique investment process," said Kathleen Bochman, director of ESG. "Environmental, social and governance (ESG) has become a critical factor that global clients consider as they select asset managers. "Holly Young, Justine Gearin ...

When ESG improvement comes at a cost: MFS Investment Management

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  WEDNESDAY, 31 MAR 2021  |  NEWS
... sustainability metrics isn't necessarily free, and investors need to factor in the costs of environmental, social and governance in both risks and returns, according to fund manager MFS Investment Management. MFS noted in a recent paper that "sustainability ...