Responsible Asset Owners Global Symposia
Insights & Releases
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Investment Banker Salary and Bonus Report: 2022 Update
This article highlights the new base salary ranges for U.S.-based roles at large banks as of early 2022, along with total compensation from 2021 for London-based investment banking roles.
ESG Data: Philosophy and practice
In today’s world the demand for sustainable investment opportunities continues to increase, with investors becoming more concerned with how their money is being invested, and the positive change this creates.
Investing to feed our future
Disruption of the region’s critical wheat and fertilizer exports threaten to push an estimated 33 million–47 million more people in 81 countries to the brink of famine in the coming year.
Private Equity Should Take the Lead in Sustainability
PE-owned companies operate on a longer time horizon than publicly traded companies do, giving them ample time to make investments without the glare of quarterly earnings calls.
Headlines and Investment Horizons - a view from MFS
The war in Ukraine has produced many headlines and short-term market moves, but fundamentals rather than headlines are what have driven returns.
Global Banking Boom: new hires increase by 64% in past year
Toby Fowlston, CEO of Robert Walters comments: “The global financial services system is as solid as it was before the pandemic - and much healthier than after the last crisis in 2008 (GFC).
A record breaking year for investment by SWF’s
In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, sovereign wealth fund direct investments reached a record number in 2021.
ESG, Energy Rebate, Telecoms, Art & Jeans
Nudie Nudie Nudie. Not what you think, but got your attention, right? Huh? Huh?
From Aspiration to Action: Credible Corporate Climate Leadership and the Net-Zero Imperative
As of December 2021, 65% of companies with a potential “high impact” on climate mitigation (as identified by CDP), had not committed to setting science-based targets through the SBTi.
CFA - 75 years strong
At the ripe age of 75, the CFA have made clear their continuing Mission & Vision; to lead the investment profession globally by promoting the highest standards of ethics, education, and professional excellence for the ultimate benefit of society.
Gothenburg Green Bonds | Sweden
To date, the city of Gothenburg has been able to raise a total of SEK 4.36 billion via the financial markets.
Keeping Cool Heads amidst Hot Inflation
A key question for investors this week will be whether the Federal Reserve appreciates both the position of the economy and the strength of the forces already operating to slow it down.
Has the sustainability agenda been derailed?
ESG is the best preventative defence against societies becoming stressed
A new Cold War?
China and the West will want to prevent the world splitting into two competing blocs. Read this latest article from the award-winning content team behind AIQ to understand:
Growth? Inflation? Recession? Principles!
Volatility is the price you pay for the better long-term returns on equities. Discuss.
Move over Big Boys…..
CENTURY OF BIOTECH: CAPITALIZING ON THE BIOMEDICAL REVOLUTION - a view from Janus Henderson
Renewable Energy Market Update
The outlook for energy in 2022/2023 from the INTERNATIONAL ENERGY AGENCY. Read it an weep or invest in renewables?
Good Counsel: Value in Culture
What is the balance between financial goals and goals related to the wellbeing of others? asks David Rouch, Partner at Freshfields Bruckhaus & Author of, The Social Licence For Financial Markets: Reaching For The End And Why It Counts
Time to get serious about climate change
Many companies overlook the pressing, often surprising, array of climate risks they face.
Rewiring the financial system to double down on the energy transition
We are in new territory here – an overnight major shift in how countries think about their energy resilience against the backdrop of a multi-decadal, yet equally urgent energy transition.