Impact investments struggle to stand out against each other
Impact investments still face challenges in differentiating themselves on the very metrics they champion, unlike conventional investments focused purely on financial returns, according to Stephen Liberatore, lead ESG-fixed income portfolio manager at Nuveen.
Lack of reliable data seen as main obstacle to ESG
A lack of reliable Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) data is significantly hindering the implementation of the European Union’s sustainable finance regulations, according to a survey by the CFA Institute.
Apex sees Luxembourg as strategic hub
After Thursday’s announcement of Apex Group’s acquisition of Sanne Group plc enabled the firm to position itself as a global, top-tier independence service provider, servicing nearly 3 trillion US dollars in assets, Investment Officer Luxembourg asked Renaud Oury, Apex’s Chief Revenue and Data Officer to speak about the significance of the deal, particularly for Luxembourg.
Columbia Threadneedle: Europe has sustainability edge
Andrea Carzana of Columbia Threadneedle has said the firm believes that it is now necessary to be exposed to the leaders of the future in terms of a sustainable investment strategy, and to focus on groups that are in the process of making a sustainable transition.