Sustainability & ESG

ESG Data

Integration of AI, Fintech, ESG Gets Underway 

By Jill Wong | 31/10/2023

The financial industry is accelerating its interest around three main themes – fintech, ESG and AI.

Climate Risk

FMA Updates Guidance on Climate-related Scenario Analysis

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 31/10/2023

The FMA’s updated climate-related scenario analysis guidance includes additional details on quantification, further clarification and context.

Structural Regulation

Malaysia Launches Maqasid Al-Shariah Guidance for Islamic Capital Market

By Mark Johnston | 30/10/2023

Malaysia’s SC says the principle-based document aims to enhance the authenticity and impact of Islamic capital market products and services.

Climate Risk

China Issues Rules for Relaunch of Voluntary Carbon Market

By Editors | 29/10/2023

The relaunch of the CCER scheme will provide a voluntary mechanism for participants in the national carbon market to offset emissions.

Climate Risk

Global CEOs Calls for More Government Action on Climate

By Editors | 28/10/2023

The Alliance of CEO Climate Leaders calls for streamlined regulatory processes and globally harmonised climate disclosure and measuring standards.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

US Regulators Finalise New Rules to Promote Fair Lending

By Mark Johnston | 28/10/2023

The new rules encourage banks to expand access to credit, investment, and banking services in low- and moderate-income communities.

Sustainable Finance

ASIFMA Issues Recommendations on Carbon Market Development

By Manesh Samtani | 27/10/2023

A new paper from ASIFMA and King & Wood Mallesons offers recommendations on establishing, regulating and scaling up carbon markets.

Trading & Investment

Hong Kong’s Chief Unveils Series of Measures to Boost City

By Manesh Samtani | 26/10/2023

Stamp duties on property purchases and securities transactions were reduced. A new fund distribution platform will be developed.

Climate Risk

Thai SEC Translates TCFD Recommendations for Local Firms

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 26/10/2023

The move is intended to help listed companies, investment analysts and asset managers better understand climate-related financial disclosures.