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Allianz, EIB closes 'biggest' equity blended finance fund at €450m

Allianz Global Investors has held a final close for its blended finance equity fund with the European Investment Bank, having secured €450 million ($468.2 million) in capital commitments.

Folksam backs first 'road safety' bond from World Bank

Swedish insurance firm Folksam has fully invested in a SEK1 billion ($93 million) Sustainable Development Bond from the World Bank, which is believed to be the first focused on road safety enhancing projects in developing countries.

AllianzGI, EIB target €500m for emerging markets impact fund

Allianz Global Investors (AllianzGI) and the European Investment Bank (EIB) have raised €440 million ($509 million) for a blended finance fund that will invest in climate-focused investment funds and projects active in emerging markets and developing countries.

News round-up: JP Morgan, Campbell Global and more

Folksam increases its stake in Swedish steel company

News round-up: Positive Money, Folksam, Zurich, MUFG

Folksam sets interim climate investing targets

News round-up - 12 February 2021: Nordea, UK ETS, ESG-focused SPAC launch, HSBC ... and more

HSBC warned by ClientEarth to back climate shareholder resolution

15 major investors back HSBC vote on fossil fuel phase-out plan