Asset Managers

Impact specialist gets nod to label £670 million fund, as renewables vehicle opts to drop sustainability terms.

EU regulator also flags effect of US anti-ESG backlash on ability of shareholders to engage on climate.

Swiss financial giant responds to government's acceptance of NGO complaint over private prisons investments.

Meanwhile, energy companies Santos and Woodside voice concerns over exclusion of abated and natural gas in framework.

New York City comptroller sets out how he will step up scrutiny of managers.

The latest developments in sustainable finance: NY State fund invests $2bn in climate strategy; Candriam launches 'ESG market-neutral' fund.

The latest developments in sustainable finance: NBIM invests €900m in renewables fund; vast majority of FTSE100 companies had external assurance on some ESG metrics last year.

The metric could be used to support transition financing decisions or meet regulatory requirements.

Still no movement on new fund labels but impact funds expected to be first movers in market amid industry frustration.

Danish FSA will target ‘responsible’ funds under new rule as Sustainable Fitch warns of fixed income impact.