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InsightThe overlooked role of small and mid-caps in impact investing
In the dynamic landscape of impact investing, small and mid-cap companies can be powerful engines of positive change. While large-caps often dominate both headlines and portfolios, investors seeking tangible impact alongside competitive returns should take a closer look at the opportunities presented by smaller listed firms. In a recent episode of our podcast series Inside Impact Investing, we discussed how allocating capital to these companies can help drive societal progress while also contributing to financial performance.
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InsightScaling up climate finance with smarter climate risk insights
As wildfires, floods, and heatwaves become more common, the world is waking up to the urgent need to tackle climate change. Factoring in climate risk is essential in taking informed investment decisions. Banks, investors, and regulators are therefore increasingly factoring physical climate risks and the capacity of countries to respond to climate shocks into their risk management frameworks.
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InsightEU Green Bond Standard: insights from early adopters
The introduction of the EU Green Bond Standard in December 2024 marks a pivotal step in Europe’s sustainable finance landscape, aiming to create a common language for what counts as ‘green’ and to combat greenwashing. But how is this new standard faring in practice? What have early issuers and investors learned? And what should professional investors consider as the market takes shape?
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InsightFinance for nature
In an era where climate and biodiversity crises not merely threaten the global economy but life as we know it, the financial sector plays a key role in driving solutions. Nature-based solutions blend ecological restoration with economic resilience and social impact. But what are nature-based solutions, and how can investors engage effectively?
