Markets
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JPMorgan’s Kinexys tests blockchain to tokenize carbon credits. The initiative seeks to address standardization and transparency issues in the voluntary carbon market, partnering with S&P Global Commodity Insights, EcoRegistry, and the International Carbon Registry to facilitate credit tokenization….
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Rachel Reeves will announce a new Pension Adequacy Commission on 15 July. The review will assess whether UK workplace-saving rules provide adequate retirement income and is set to report back in 2026, amid growing scrutiny of pension outcomes for both employees and the self-employed.
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New rules requiring small businesses to file detailed accounts paused. The government has delayed implementing Companies House reforms over concerns about excessive regulatory burdens on smaller businesses, aligning with its strategy to reduce administrative costs and support economic growth.
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ISSB releases new exposure drafts amending SASB sustainability standards. The drafts focus on nine priority industries, aligning SASB standards with ISSB requirements. Stakeholders can provide feedback until 30 November, with final enhancements expected in 2026….
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Bank of England shows openness to stablecoins in wholesale markets. Sasha Mills, Executive Director of Financial Market Infrastructure, indicated a potential role for stablecoins in wholesale markets, signalling a shift from the Bank’s cautious stance, amidst industry feedback.
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US job growth outpaced expectations again in June 2025. Public sector roles made up nearly half of all new jobs, highlighting a private sector slowdown as manufacturing and business services declined. The unemployment rate slipped, but underlying data signalled a cooling labour market.
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Nadia Nikolova appointed CEO of responsAbility Investments in 2025. M&G’s impact unit responsAbility Investments appoints Nadia Nikolova as CEO, succeeding Rochus Mommartz. Founded in 2003, responsAbility focuses on financial inclusion, climate finance, and sustainable food….
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Seventeen UK firms adopt four-day week after successful trial. The six-month trial led by the 4 Day Week Foundation showed improvements in staff wellbeing and productivity, prompting 12 companies to adopt a permanent four-day week and five to implement a “nine-day fortnight”.
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UBS’s SDG Outcomes Fund reaches $100 million in commitments. The fund, developed by UBS Optimus Foundation and Bridges Outcomes Partnerships, aims to accelerate progress towards UN Sustainable Development Goals through outcomes-based financing in low- and middle-income countries….
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Frasers Group secures £3.5bn financing for growth and acquisitions. The new package replaces existing loans, enhancing Frasers’ financial strength for future expansion. The facility underscores banking support for its strategy, positioning it well for market opportunities.