A change in power dynamics can mean the need to change an investment strategy’s ESG approach overnight, according to a panel of advisers....
ASIC is unlikely to slow its pace on greenwashing enforcement, according to deputy chair Karen Chester, or it will run the risk of making Australia a target for misconduc...
There is a real need to remove the language of “woke capitalism” from ESG investment, according to a panel, if there is to be progress in Australia. ...
With significant action towards sustainable finance announced in the 2023–24 budget, the building blocks are now in place for meaningful change, according to RIAA’s chief...
The naming of ESG funds could be a hindrance to flows as growing regulatory enforcement action against greenwashing prompts investors to seek out those funds that “fly un...
ESG investing will swing from a “nice to have” to a must-have this year as the Government pursues a regulatory approach, the association said....
The Responsible Investment Association of Australasia has appointed Ross Piper from Australian Ethical Investment as its new chair....
The number of investment managers holding companies to account on environmental and social issues has more than doubled in the past two years as investors demand more cor...
Over two-thirds of advisers believe it is their responsibility to align clients’ investments with their value as the interest in environmental, social and governance inve...
The lack of industry standards is making it difficult for advisers to consider the responsible investment element of their clients’ portfolio, particularly outside of lis...
There is a great opportunity for fund managers to provide products which reflect the differing views of generations and genders regarding ESG....
When it comes to ESG investments, clients can become overwhelmed with information and expect their adviser to be on top of it....
Financial advisers need a break to digest regulation and focus on their business without waiting for the “next regulatory hit”, according to shadow minister for financial...
For the first time, an adviser’s knowledge of responsible investment is more important to clients than investment returns, according to the Responsible Investment Associa...
Responsible funds are outperforming in the international share and multi-sector growth but less so in Australian equities, according to a report....
trustees are already requesting such confirmations when advisory fees (even via fixed term agreements) are deducted from...
CSLR should be broken down into 2 sub sectors, one for product manufacturers and one for financial advisers. Product ma...
We must stand up and show our opposition to both the ASIC Levy and CSLR as they both contribute to the high cost of advi...