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The 'finance COP' short-changed the Global South, say investors

Investors have lamented that the agreement thrashed out at COP29 does not go far enough to plug the gap in funding required to help emerging markets transition to a net zero economy.

Environmental rating firm hopes to raise €15m amid revamp

An ESG data provider is hoping to raise €15 million ($16 million) to help it roll out its newly enhanced dataset.

Canadian engagement initiative identifies 40 target companies

A list of 40 Canada-listed companies that will be targets of investor pressure on climate-related issues has been published by a burgeoning collaborative engagement initiative.

People Moves 10 December: NBIM, PRI and more

Connected Asset Management hires CIO

VanEck launches sustainability fund for US muni bonds

VanEck has launched a new actively managed municipal bond exchange-traded fund (ETF) focusing on sustainable development, amid soaring demand from investors.

News round-up: Axa, Macquarie, NY State Retirement Fund, Ambienta

News Round Up: NY State Retirement Fund, Ambienta

Credit Suisse seals deal to cater to private client demand for impact

A tie-up between Credit Suisse, The Conduit Connect, Linklaters and Deloitte will aim to make it easier for the Swiss bank's private clients to make impact investments.

WWF launches water risk scenarios

The World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) has released a set of scenarios intended to help companies and investors assess water risks and build resilience into activities or portfolios.