All posts tagged "ESG"
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2.3K1Contributed ArticleHong Kong: An Ecosystem Approach to Bank Culture Reform
The HKMA is addressing culture and conduct risk by learning from other markets, engaging with other regulators, and exploring new technology, say Jeff Kupfer and Stephen Scott at Starling Trust.
May 21, 2019 -
772InternationalNasdaq Launches Global ESG Reporting Guide
The new guide takes into account the TCFD recommendations, the UN Sustainable Development Goals, WFE guidance and best practices, and Nasdaq’s own pilot programme.
May 17, 2019 -
676JapanJapanese Firms Ally in Support of Climate Risk Transparency
The Japanese consortium adds nearly 100 more companies, including banks, to the growing list of firms that support the TCFD recommendations on climate risk disclosures.
May 17, 2019 -
563FeatureHKMA Launches Green and Sustainable Banking Initiative
The measures include the development of a common framework and methodology for banks to assess how 'green' they are, and requirements to meet supervisory targets in this regard.
May 8, 2019 -
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ESG: The Un-Hyped Acronym
Compliance to ESG standards and principles will permanently transform the way we conduct business, says international banking veteran Philippe Dirckx.
May 6, 2019 -
771Big PictureCentral Banks Call for Collective Action to Mitigate Climate Risks
The Central Banks and Supervisors 'Network for Greening the Financial System' has published a report providing recommendations to mitigate climate-related financial risks.
April 23, 2019 -
607Hong KongHong Kong’s SFC Releases Guidance on Green Funds Disclosure
The SFC has set out its disclosure expectations for fund managers claiming a green or ESG focus in their investment products, in a bid to facilitate informed decision making by investors.
April 16, 2019 -
1.3KAustralia & NZAustralian Financial Sector Teams Up on Climate Initiative – Report
Overseen by APRA, a group of industry players – including the big four banks – are looking to reshape the financial system to ensure readiness for climate risks.
March 30, 2019 -
601Hong KongSFC’s Alder Speaks on “Greening the Financial System’
The financial sector will have a critical role to play in channelling investment towards sustainable projects on a global scale, said SFC chief Ashley Alder at the Bloomberg BuySide Summit.
March 27, 2019 -
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FundForum: Nurturing Growth in Hong Kong’s Asset Management Sector – SFC
The SFC’s Alexandra Yeong says Hong Kong has made great strides towards becoming a global centre for asset management.
September 6, 2018
