With only a few weeks to go until the start of the UN climate change conference in Paris, Charlie Thomas explains why he is optimistic about the talks.
Achmea expects green bond strategies to reach €3bn by 2027
21 July 2026
Achmea Investment Management (IM) expects its dedicated green bond investment funds and mandates to grow to at least €3 billion ($3.4 billion) by the end of 2026, with its corporate strategies set to receive a notable boost.
Paragon upsizes green Tier 2 bond to £200m
21 July 2026
Paragon Banking Group has raised £200 million ($268 million) from a green Tier 2 bond after strong investor demand prompted the issuer to upsize the offering from an initial £175 million.
Sustainable bond issuer benefits 'persist' despite fading 'greenium'
21 July 2026
Although 'greeniums' in the secondary market are fading, Barclays says stronger orderbooks and primary market pricing perks for sustainable bonds still offer issuers attractions
UBP admits defeat on 'unrealistic' 100% SBTi target
21 July 2026
A target set by Union Bancaire Privée (UBP) for 100% of its portfolio to have set science-based targets by the end of 2026 is unlikely to be met, the Swiss bank has admitted.
Japan dilutes dialogue wording in 'streamlined' corporate governance code
21 July 2026
Changes to Japan's Corporate Governance Code have been unveiled that include encouraging earlier publication of annual reports to support investor engagement ahead of annual general meetings.