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Does ESG have a fiduciary issue?

ROSE MARY PETRASS  |  MONDAY, 17 JUL 2023
... head of ESG solutions and corporate responsibility Jaclyn Bouchard argued that if BlackRock stops using the term, environmental, social and governance will become more integrated in the "fabric" of investments - instead of something separate. At its ...

ACCC publishes draft guidance on greenwashing

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  FRIDAY, 14 JUL 2023
... a recent greenwashing internet sweep, which found 57% of businesses reviewed were making potentially misleading environmental claims. "As consumers become more environmentally conscious, businesses need to be honest and transparent when making environmental ...

Family offices increasingly involved in succession planning

CHLOE WALKER  |  THURSDAY, 13 JUL 2023
... said that the next generation is 'less involved' in developing and reviewing investment strategies," Ocorian said. Environmental, social and governance (ESG) considerations are another area of interest for the next generation, with 75% of repondents ...

Rest bolsters impact portfolio with private equity investment

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  FRIDAY, 30 JUN 2023
... members. Growing our allocation to investments that generate strong financial returns alongside measurable social or environmental benefits is a key element of our approach to responsible investment." ARCHIMED invests exclusively in the healthcare industries ...

RIAA chief executive to exit

ROSE MARY PETRASS  |  FRIDAY, 30 JUN 2023
... Simon O'Connor is leaving at the end of this year. O'Connor took the position in February 2013, leaving environmental non-profit the Australian Conservation Foundation and public interest economic consultancy Economists at Large. O'Connor ...

BlackRock raises $500m for Super Battery

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  THURSDAY, 29 JUN 2023
... neutral investment portfolio by 2030. By investing in this innovative project, we are not only driving positive environmental impact but also generating long-term value for our members and stakeholders." Recently, NGS Super, along with the Minderoo Foundation ...

NGS, Minderoo back Adamantem fund

KARREN VERGARA  |  WEDNESDAY, 28 JUN 2023
... an opportunity to diversify its members' portfolio and benefit from the private market. "Investing in Adamantem's Environmental Opportunities Fund brings us another step closer to achieving our 2030 carbon neutral investment portfolio target whilst also ...

Decade-long Santos well leak prompts investor concern

ROSE MARY PETRASS  |  FRIDAY, 16 JUN 2023
... undertake an in-depth monitoring program. "Findings to date show that the gas is non-toxic and unlikely to present an environmental hazard," the spokesperson said. "Santos is currently implementing a management plan that includes a regular monitoring ...

Director banned for eight years

CHLOE WALKER  |  TUESDAY, 13 JUN 2023
The director of investment manager Foxi Capital has been banned from providing financial services for eight years after it was found he lacked relevant qualifications and experience, and misled investors. Foxi Capital director and Responsible Entity ...

Cheques to wind down by 2030: Chalmers

CASSANDRA BALDINI  |  THURSDAY, 8 JUN 2023
... suppliers by cheque, explaining that following July 1 the system will change. "Ceasing cheque usage will bring time, environmental, and cost savings, and suppliers will benefit from faster and more efficient payments," it commented. The Australian Banking ...