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At Euronext Corporate Services, we are committed to supporting sustainable investment practices and keeping our clients informed about significant shifts in ESG trends. We are pleased to present the ESG Equity Barometer for the second half of 2023, developed with robust data support from Morningstar®. This detailed analysis covers asset flows within ESG funds during the third and fourth quarters of the year. This report provides an in-depth look at the dynamics of ESG fund flows, highlights critical investment trends, and offers essential guidance on the Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR). For professionals navigating the complexities of ESG investment or those seeking to enhance their strategies, this biannual publication is an invaluable resource. Gain the insights needed to stay informed and effectively navigate the rapidly evolving landscape of socially responsible investment: https://lnkd.in/eARxnERq 📈🌍📘 #ESGInvesting #SustainableFinance #CorporateResponsibility

We are proud to have hosted the HKMA ESG Workshop 2024 last Thursday: “Responsible Investment in the Current Environment.” The workshop brought together over 90 investment professionals from the Exchange Fund Investment Office and our counterparties across both public and private markets for the first time. It featured a presentation on the inaugural HKMA ESG Expectations document, along with two insightful panel discussions exploring the evolving landscape of ESG investing across various regions. A key takeaway was that, despite existing challenges, the ESG theme will continue to flourish and unlock meaningful investment opportunities going forward. This workshop exemplifies the HKMA’s commitment to responsible investment and highlights our dedication to fostering a robust and collaborative ecosystem for sustainable finance. Learn more about Responsible Investment at the HKMA: https://lnkd.in/g5UaBHdm #Sustainability #GreenFinance #ClimateChange #ESG #ClimateGoals #ResponsibleInvestment

🌍💼 Webinar Recap: Addressing Greenwashing Risks in ESG Fund Disclosures On May 10, 2024, we organized an insightful webinar with Mr. David von Eiff, Director for Global Standards at CFA Institute. The event, titled "Exploring Greenwashing Risks in Investment Fund Disclosures: An Investor Perspective," discussed the impact of greenwashing on the investment industry and offered strategies to mitigate these risks. Mr. Von Eiff highlighted how greenwashing erodes investor trust, leads to ESG fund outflows, and results in misallocated assets. He shared findings from a detailed analysis of ESG disclosures from 60 investment funds, emphasizing the need for consistent, transparent, and substantiated information. Key takeaways included: 🔹 Enhancing disclosure standards 🔹 Ensuring transparency 🔹 Implementing stronger regulatory frameworks CFA Society Philippines is dedicated to promoting best practices within the investment community. Stay tuned to our website and follow us on social media for more updates and events! #Greenwashing #ESG #Investment #CFAInstitute #CFASocietyPhilippines #SustainableInvesting #WebinarRecap

Sustainable and ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) investing isn't just for long-term investors—it’s becoming a key factor in trading strategies too. As more companies adopt ESG practices, they often see increased market attention, which can impact share prices and create trading opportunities. By considering ESG criteria such as a company’s environmental policies, labor practices, and corporate governance you can identify trends, anticipate market shifts, and potentially capitalize on emerging opportunities. Incorporating ESG insights into your trading approach can help you stay ahead in today’s evolving market. Learn how ESG investing can complement your trading strategy: https://lnkd.in/diSUttTt #SustainableInvesting #ESGTrading #MarketTrends #Cornertrader

Its International ESG Day today! Are you looking for an investing approach that aligns your portfolio with your values? Take a look at our "Responsible Investing" sector which features a range of thematic equity funds whose portfolios invest in companies operating sustainably, ethically or are using ESG criteria. https://ow.ly/4tla50UgyHy #InternationalESGDay #ESG

US fund managers suffered their worst-ever quarter for ESG-focused products as the pace of client redemptions intensified. Client withdrawals from US funds targeting environmental, social and governance goals reached $8.8 billion in the first three months of 2024, according to fresh data compiled by Morningstar Inc. That stood in stark contrast to the roughly $11 billion of inflows into ESG funds in Europe, where sustainable investing regulations are far more entrenched. https://lnkd.in/g6QMz8_V

𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗱𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗘𝗦𝗚 𝗶𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴! An $11 billion Article 9 passive fund from Handelsbanken is shaking up the ESG investing landscape. By leveraging the low carbon intensity and robust performance of tech giants, this fund is outperforming over 90% of its peers. Here’s what makes it stand out: ✅ 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗱 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝘆: Tracks the Solactive ISS ESG Screened Paris Aligned Global Markets index, favoring a rules-based approach over active management. ✅ 𝗢𝘂𝘁𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲: The fund has soared over 17% this year, showcasing the potential of passive ESG investing. ✅𝗖𝗼𝘀𝘁-𝗲𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲: Lower fees compared to actively managed ESG funds, making it an attractive option for cost-conscious investors. ✅𝗜𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁: This success challenges the dominance of active strategies in ESG investing, potentially reshaping the market landscape. 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝗶𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀: ✅ The EU launched Paris-aligned and climate-transition benchmarks in early 2021 to regulate climate claim indexes with SFDR enforcement. ✅ By December, $155 billion in client assets tracked these EU-compliant benchmarks, a massive increase from $1.2 billion in 2021 (Morningstar, ESMA). ✅ These benchmarks are gaining global traction, including a Chinese equities product introduced last year. For a deeper dive into this update, check out the full article on Bloomberg. 📈 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗱𝗼 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗽𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗘𝗦𝗚 𝗳𝘂𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗹𝘂𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘀𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝗴𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀? #ESG #Investing #PassiveFund #FinanceInnovation #SustainableInvesting #MarketTrends #finance #sustainablefinance

Reevaluating ESG measurement methods is crucial as global interest in socially responsible investing grows. Learn about the challenges in current ESG ratings and how improvements can ensure fair and effective assessment across industries. Read more at https://lnkd.in/eujrXMnJ. #ESGInvesting #SustainableFinance #SocialImpact #InvestmentStrategy #CorporateResponsibility #FinancialMarkets #ESGMeasurement #InvestorEducation #EthicalInvesting #ESGPerformance

I am thrilled to report a dramatic resurgence in the ESG investment asset class, presenting significant challenges and opportunities for C-Suites and Investor Relations teams everywhere. To maximise the substantial ESG investor inflows, companies ambitious for ESG excellence need to understand what is driving this growth. This article examines the virtuous circle of growth and expansion in ESG that is set to accelerate over the coming quarters and years. Themes covered in the article include: 1. ESG Funds Resume Growth Path 2. Outperformance Driving Inflows 3. Regulatory and Market Drivers Align 4. The Future of ESG Investing 5. Accessing the Largest & Fastest-Growing Pools of ESG Capital https://lnkd.in/dbe_X5vv #ESGInvesting #SustainableInvesting #ESG #ESGBenchmarking

Did you know that ESG factors are increasingly important when launching new funds? We surveyed fund managers interested in launching funds in Europe, and almost all (97%) think it will become harder to do so unless they have a strong ESG focus 🌏📊 In this article, we examine the findings of Ocorian’s research, specifically the rules around fund names, marketing and launches ­– and how to navigate it all: https://lnkd.in/dhHSWgsy #ESG #FundManagement Edward O'Bree