Investors indifferent to green junk bonds’ weak covenants
Covenants of high-yield green bonds of all types are weaker than those of conventional issues, as private equity-owned companies in…
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Is gold a responsible investment?
Demand for gold as an investment has grown at an average annual rate of 15% since 2001, but what impact…
Asia Inc behind on gender equality disclosure
Progress in gender equality reporting in Asia’s most sophisticated markets lags drastically behind Europe.
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China’s new ESG disclosure standard “of limited use” to investors
The proposed voluntary framework is an early step towards standardised sustainability reporting but is seen as unlikely to have much…
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Luxembourg exchange opposes mandatory green bond standard
Amid the swift growth of green, social and sustainability-linked bonds, the head of the Luxembourg Stock Exchange – which is…
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Fast fashion: The story behind the spin
Despite all its spin, the fast fashion industry remains fundamentally unsustainable, but key investors don’t seem all too bothered.
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Exclusive: Standard Chartered cuts ties with coal miner Adaro
The British lender has ended its relationship with Indonesia's biggest coal miner after implementing a tighter lending policy on mining…
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Why granular data is essential for climate risk insights
What should market participants prioritise when aiming to develop a clear view of ESG risks and opportunities? Andrea Blackman, global…
