ESG
The latest news on investment strategies that focus on environmental, social and governance factors (or ESG investing), socially responsible investing (SRI) and impact investing.
BlackRock's Latest ETF Launch Is the Biggest Ever
By Bernice NapachThe new fund pulled in $1.25 billion in assets, more than any other ETF debut in history.
April 06, 2021
Schwab Plans First Actively Managed ETFAriel Investments is the subadvisor of the non-transparent ESG ETF and in charge of its day-to-day portfolio management.
April 06, 2021
New York Wants Life Insurers to Analyze Portfolio Climate ExposureOne proposed measure is the percentage of real estate holdings in potential flood zones.
April 05, 2021
Matthews Asia Merges Two Funds Due to Asset Overlap: Portfolio ProductsAlso, FTSE Russell is adding Chinese government bonds to its World Bond Index.
March 23, 2021
SEC Launches New Webpage on ESG, Climate Change IssuesThe new page is a response to investor demand for information, the agency says.
March 22, 2021
T. Rowe Price Launches Its First Impact Fund: Portfolio ProductsIn addition, Hartford Funds have introduced a longevity ETF that invests in companies that profit from the buying power of a growing aging population.
March 16, 2021
The SEC Wants Your Input on Climate Change Disclosure Rules"Climate and ESG are front and center for the SEC," says the agency's acting chair, Allison Herren Lee.
March 10, 2021
DOL Won't Enforce New Rules on ESG in Retirement PlansThe rule limiting ESG investments in 401(k) plans "has had a chilling effect on plan fiduciaries," ERISA lawyer Fred Reish says.