AllianzGI: Stewardship in China is improving
Chris Liu, stewardship analyst at AllianzGI, explains why the lack of a stewardship code hasn’t held back progress in China.
Impax AM: More chips will require more water
The growth in semiconductor manufacturing is going to require a lot of water and solutions to manage its waste, according to Impax portfolio manager Justin Winter.
Sustainable fund assets in China edge up – Morningstar
Assets of sustainable funds in China edged up to Rmb315bn at the end of June 2023, according to Morningstar research.
The outlook for clean energy as governments roll back on green pledges
Cash-strapped governments around the world are balking at the cost of green measures.
Thailand, Taiwan see surge in sustainable assets in Q4
Taiwan and Thailand were the standout markets during the fourth quarter thanks partly to new product launches, according to Morningstar.
Man GLG: Japan’s “most radical corporate reform in a generation”
The TSE is pushing for genuine change, says Man GLG portfolio manager Emily Badger.
Japan soars and Hong Kong falls in governance rankings
Japan soars up the rankings and Hong Kong plummets in the Asian Corporate Governance Association’s biennial survey.
Amundi launches Asia ESG bond fund
The Amundi Funds – Asia Income ESG Bond Fund will be managed by Joevin Teo and is registered as article 8 under SFDR.
Robeco targets fashion industry with equities strategy
Robeco has launched an equities strategy that will invest in companies across the fashion value chain.
Phillip Capital launches its first ESG fund
Its ESG-focused short duration bond fund has made its debut in Singapore.
Hong Kong’s SFC backs code of conduct for ESG product providers
The voluntary code will be designed to mitigate greenwashing risks.
Asia’s stock exchanges outstrip Western peers on disclosure requirements – LGIM
Trista Chen, head of investment stewardship for Asia ex-Japan at LGIM, explains why a combination of carrot and stick works best when it comes to ESG as well.
Investors eye EV sector to drive returns
The commitment in Asia to a low-carbon future should present opportunities for investors across the electric vehicle ecosystem.
Amundi’s Iaccarino: Avoiding the ESG premium
The head of equity solutions explains investors could compromise returns if they fall into the trap of tunnel vision.
GSAM: Where to look for winners in the grey-to-green transition
Goldman Sachs Asset Management details the opportunities for investing in companies that are transitioning.
PGIM launches equities strategy
The new strategy invests in companies pursuing decarbonisation opportunities.
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FSA SPY
The FSA Spy market buzz – 26 April 2024
Golden mystery, Next big Healthtech thing, Plastic everywhere, The Magnificent Seven wane, Dreary fund presentation hell, Putting The Economist in its place, A touch of Shakespeare and much more.
