ShareAction analysis of proxy voting records reveals wide variations in support for sustainability measures among investee companies.
Engagement and disclosure on ESG factors on the rise, as asset owners encouraged to increase allocations to A-shares.
ESG-focused funds prove resilient; pandemic encourages private markets' adoption of sustainable strategies.
Stewardship survey showed asset owners intend to adopt ‘hands-on’ approach – bringing ESG assessments in-house.
Investing in gender equality will be gateway to tackling other areas of diversity.
Asset owners are increasing pressure on carbon-intensive corporates, but divestment should be last resort.
Increased voting and engagement needed to tackle under-representation at all levels.
Report encourages UK institutional investors to ‘build back better’ with sustainable growth.
Climate commitments require ‘3D’ mandates to incorporate impact, alongside risk and return.
Trade body offers support to asset managers and clients ahead of COP26.
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