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EU regulator sounds 'impact washing' alarm call

Funds that purport to contribute to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) have been found to "not significantly differ" to peers that do not make such claims, in analysis by the European securities regulator.

IOSCO should oversee ESG data and ratings principles for regulators, S&P suggests

The International Organisation for Securities Commissions (IOSCO) should develop a centralised set of principles for good conduct by ESG data and ratings providers, a senior executive at S&P has recommended.

Sustainability assured?

Are organisations ready for regulators' demands for independent assurance of sustainability disclosures, and are investors ready to reward companies providing assurance, Michael Hurley asks

Australia unveils mandatory climate disclosure legislation confirming 2024 start

The Australian Treasury today unveiled draft legislation for mandatory climate-related financial disclosures in Australia, for rules it said are in line with International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) climate standards.

Malaysian regulators to consult on adopting ISSB

Hong Kong regulators identify promoting transition finance among work priorities

Regulators open consultation on free EU database

Regulators need to act on greenwashing because market is failing to punish it, ESMA reports

Companies criticised for overstating their sustainability credentials have not yet seen their share prices substantially negatively impacted - which strengthens the case for intervention by regulators, according to the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA).

Mitsui OSK Lines to issue 'first' shipping firm blue bond

Japanese firm Mitsui OSK Lines plans to raise JPY10 billion ($70 million) through a blue bond in January, believed to be the first issued by a shipping firm using recent International Capital Market Association (ICMA) guidelines.

Fund managers face tougher 'sustainable' fund name test under EU rules

Fund managers seeking to market their products as 'sustainable' must ensure that a minimum of 80% of their investments match the description, if they are to meet toughened guidelines due to be published by the EU regulator next year.