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Towards $5trn: the trends set to drive the sustainable bond market

Cumulative sustainable bond issuance crossed the $4 trillion milestone last month, but what should we expect as the market shift towards its next trillion, asks Ahren Lester

Draft ESG data 'code of conduct' aims for international uptake

The creators of a draft voluntary code of conduct for ESG ratings and data providers have hailed it as a "world-first" for its attempt to set internationally consistent standards for the rapidly growing market.

People moves 23 June, including Blackstone, Moody's, Temasek and more

Moody's: Sectors with $1.1trn debt have high environmental risks

UK to 'monitor' ESG data for potential need to regulate providers

The UK government will monitor whether it needs to regulate providers of ESG data, the country's Treasury said.

Moody's: TNFD metrics an 'important milestone'

The disclosure metrics proposed by the Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD) are a significant step towards helping investors understand nature risks, and could boost sustainable debt markets, Moody's Investors Service said.

EU's riposte to US green subsidies greeted with cautious praise

An initiative by the European Commission designed to secure its domestic supply chains for green technologies has been greeted with cautious praise by industry representatives.

Moody's: Sustainable bonds to secure 'record' 15% market share in 2023

Moody's Investors Service said a fresh trillion-dollar record for sustainable bond issuance in 2023 is "unlikely," but sustainable bonds are forecast to surpass their record-breaking market share set in 2022

China tipped to strengthen lead in 'green finance readiness' ranking

China is to strengthen its lead on green finance in Asia throughout 2023, driven by rising demand for ESG-focused funds and movements to open up its green bond market to international investors, research has found.

People Moves 20 January: UBS, Federated Hermes, CalPERS, Prudential, Nordea and more...