-
Vanguard’s proxy voting pilot shows younger, female investors favour ESG. Vanguard’s Investor Choice pilot revealed significant generational and gender differences in ESG-focused voting. Younger investors and women are notably more inclined towards ESG policies, contrasting with older and male investors….
-
EIB to fund €17.5 billion for SME energy efficiency. The European Investment Bank, with the European Commission, will invest in energy efficiency for SMEs, aiming to support over 350,000 businesses and mobilise €65 billion by 2027 through innovative financial products….
-
Robeco launches Climate Euro Government Bond ETF for climate-focused investments. The ETF invests in euro government bonds, adjusting country weights based on climate scores and green bond issuance to support countries with effective climate strategies and sustainable infrastructure investment….
-
AI is not yet reshaping jobs, but leaders must prepare. The New York Fed reports rising adoption of artificial intelligence without widespread layoffs, with most firms retraining staff. History suggests disruption lags adoption, leaving leaders a crucial window to redesign roles, embed trust, and invest in future skills.
-
Hong Kong expands its sustainable finance taxonomy to include transitions. The Hong Kong Monetary Authority proposes updates to its sustainable finance taxonomy, expanding to include transition activities and new sectors. These changes aim to mobilise capital for decarbonisation and balance environmental and economic goals….
-
UK fintech activity remains robust despite investment decline in 2025. The first half of 2025 saw significant acquisitions and partnerships in UK fintech, though investment fell by five per cent. Threats from emerging financial hubs continue to challenge the sector.
-
Planet Mark appoints Avital Johanan as Managing Director. She succeeds founder Steve Malkin and will lead the sustainability certification provider’s focus on supply chain management, crucial for businesses aiming for carbon reduction and net zero targets….
-
Nitricity secures $50 million to expand organic fertilizer production. The cleantech firm aims to scale its low-emission nitrogen fertilizer technology, addressing global greenhouse gas emissions and enhancing agricultural sustainability. The investment supports expansion in the US and Europe….
-
ServiceNow and Socialsuite launch combined sustainability and risk solution. The collaboration aims to enhance ESG compliance using AI and software, integrating sustainability and risk management capabilities to meet evolving regulatory requirements effectively….
-
The Supreme Court will decide if Trump overreached on tariffs. The justices will hear the fast-tracked case in November, with up to $1 trillion in duties at stake. The ruling could redefine trade powers and reshape the balance between Congress and the presidency.