How ESG has changed the investment industry
‘There’s no turning back’
ESG
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Just 1% of advisers trust funds’ sustainability claims
But most agreed that ‘investments should make a positive difference as well as a financial return’
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Greenwashing concerns rife among advisers
Reputational risk for recommending funds is a top worry for IFAs
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FCA unveils sustainable fund labels in greenwashing crackdown
SDR consultation proposes fund labelling, disclosure and marketing rules
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Adviser network unveils ESG research platform
To cut down the complexities of making recommendations to clients
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Does ESG have a place in the UAE advice sector?
Most wealth managers expect going green will help them grow over next three years
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UK trade body unveils adviser directory
It will help retail savers look for IFAs committed to sustainability
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Wealth managers turn to illiquid assets for higher returns
As 42% want third-party support around ESG investment offerings and integration
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‘Expert’ investors value ESG more than novices
Majority of savers believe sustainability is crucial to delivering long-term returns
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Schroders launches food and water fund in Singapore
It will be exclusively offered to HSBC’s retail banking clients in the country
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International tech provider acquires ESG ratings firm
Deal will see the companies work together to create advice tools
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Global sustainable funds suffer significant outflows
But they still performed better than the broader market