
Responsible Asset Owners Global Symposia
Insights & Releases
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Five ways asset and wealth managers can transform and grow amid business and economic challenges
When considering a deal, cultural fit can be more important than its financial effects (revenue synergies, cost savings, etc.).
Response to Joe Lycett's letter about water companies
“Not all companies are the same, with some having better records and determination to improve than others among their peers.”
Safe landing and hope for the future?
In Homer’s Odyssey, written around 2,700 to 2,800 years ago, Argus’s owner, Odysseus, returns home after two decades of travel and is immediately recognized by a faithful Argus. Only 51 years for a return to the moon by NASA
Biodiversity, Body Shop, Space, Data & Fat Llama
‘While it’s not perfect, we do think Biodiversity Net Gain is a crucial step towards balancing economic progress with ecological integrity, and reminds us that ambitious solutions are in reach’ says Giles Gibbons
Adam Matthews on ‘Deep Regrets’
A recent report published by Calastone reflected a shift away from ESG investing. Adam Matthews is deeply regrets any deviation from singularity of purpose
Revolutionaries unite!
“We need to invest trillions, not billions,” CEO Scott Jacobs said in a release. “Ten billion dollars is just a start.” And with support from fund giants like CalSTRS & HESTA who have also taken part in multiple RAO events, who’d bet against them achieving their goal in record time?
Corporate Governance Statement from ICGN
Our concerns are shared by the co-signatories to this letter - investors, and associations who represent institutional investors in their respective jurisdictions around the world.
The Brief: Systemic risks of the Magnificent Seven
The high-profile class action lawsuit in Delaware alleges the Meta board of directors breached its fiduciary duty by ignoring the impact of company operations on diversified shareholders.
What a survey of LGPS’s tells AM’s
An important sense check judging by these honest firect survey responses testing views on the relationship between LGPS funds and the LGPS pools.
CalPERS, CalSTRS just two major names opposing U.K. Regulatory proposal limiting investor approval on financial moves
The FCA suggests that firms could recover costs for providing targeted support to customers by: cross-subsidising targeted support service from other services provided by the firm as part of their broader proposition (e.g. product charges, platform charges); and charging a fee, as a standalone service or embedded into existing propositions. Remuneration via commission payments would still be prohibited under the targeted support regime.
Health, Cities, Beef, Renters & Baboodle
How to save money: Each £1 invested in public health interventions could offer an average return on investment to the wider health and social care economy of £14.
German Split Coalition Forces EU to Delay Toughest ESG Law
It is essential for the rest of Europe and the international community to maintain their commitment to sustainable practices.
$282m EIB backing of Mirova Gigaton Fund; the power of Blended Finance in Action.
Putting money where your mouth is…..and what a big mouth it is!
Unlocking billions in climate finance for developing countries
The Green Guarantee Company is rising to the challenge to contribute to net zero with its specialist guarantees aimed at climate adaptation and mitigation projects in developing countries.
Regulating behaviour: time off for good conduct?
“It plays well that conduct fines reduce public deficits, and government can use the new regime to recast its own role as fearless champion of consumer rights.”
When ‘Mind the Gap’ is more than just a warning at Tube stations
The gender divide hurts economic development., hinders the efficient allocation of resources. and constrains the labor force.
ExxonMobil, Blue bonds, Shoes, Poverty & Power2
If Exxon succeeds in court, it could set a precedent, limiting the power of shareholders to sway company policies on crucial issues like climate change.
Aon Agrees to $1.5M Settlement With SEC Over Pennsylvania Pension Data
Aon Agrees to $1.5M Settlement With SEC Over Pennsylvania Pension Data related to misleading statements the adviser made to the Pennsylvania Public School Employees’ Retirement System. Is it enough?
Revised UK Corporate Governance Code published
Revisions to Principle O make boards responsible not only for establishing, but now also for maintaining the effectiveness of, the risk management and internal control frameworks of listed companies.
Carbon Tax vs Carbon Credits: A turbulent path to Net Zero emissions?
Advocates for carbon taxes argue they offer a clear economic signal to reduce carbon emissions and provides a substantial revenue stream for climate-related investments.