SFDR promotes ESG integration, but its effectiveness in addressing greenwashing risks is uncertain, writes Frédéric Vonner, sustainable finance leader, PwC Luxembourg.
The Financial Stability Board (FSB) and the International Organisation of Securities Commissions (IOSCO) have jointly proposed that open-ended fund managers implement redemption fees for withdrawing investors.
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has unveiled measures to reinforce the UK's position as a global financial centre and enhance market transparency.
The European Commission's Retail Investment Strategy emphasises the value for money, raising regulatory and business challenges, writes Bob Hendriks, CCO of ABN AMRO Investment Solutions.
The transition to electric is most welcome - but in the UK, there is a major hurdle: infrastructure, says Lukasz Michalak at Octopus Investments.
A new report by the European Fund and Asset Management Association (Efama) reveals significant growth of SFDR Article 8 funds, accounting for 45% of the Ucits and AIF market at €6.4 trillion.
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