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Index | ESG & Sustainability
TNFD recommendations set path for nature-related disclosure standards, supporting biodiversity action
The international body’s framework is a step forward in the adoption of nature-focused metrics. It can help companies address biodiversity issues and guide investors in the construction of portfolios. We compare the TNFD’s recommended process to that of the ISS STOXX® Biodiversity indices.

Index | ESG & Sustainability
Sustainability reporting regulation: midyear progress review by ISS ESG
ISS ESG takes stock of progress this year in new rules on corporate sustainability disclosure, with Europe at the center of action. The data, analytics and solutions provider concludes that regulation change is accelerating, raising reporting requirements for companies and investors alike.

Index | ESG & Sustainability
Investments in SFDR Art. 9 funds grow in first quarter despite market drop
One year after the introduction of Europe’s Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation, SFDR Arts. 8 and 9 funds increased their combined share of total European fund assets to 45.6%.

Analytics | Index | Benchmarks
Together in ’22: Qontigo Investment Intelligence Summit returns to London, New York
After two years of virtual gatherings, I’m thrilled to announce that the flagship Qontigo Investment Intelligence Summit will return in person this May. This year’s Summit, which we have called ‘Together in ’22,’ will take place in London on May 5 and in New York on May 19. The two events will offer insights on some of the most important […]

Index | ESG & Sustainability
Webinar: ESG fund labeling — ‘friend or foe’ of the sustainability transition?
On February 24, Qontigo and Responsible Investor hosted a webinar to discuss the state of play in Europe’s ESG fund labeling landscape. A panel of experts analyzed the aims of the labels, their intersection with broader European regulation, and what it all means for the ultimate goal of achieving a more sustainable economy.

Analytics | Regulation
Video: Top analytical challenges risk managers face when implementing an SEC Derivatives Rule 18f-4
The deadline for the SEC 18f-4 Derivatives Rule is right around the corner. Are you prepared?

It appears onerous and sometimes confusing, but the European Union’s Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR) aims to enhance and protect participation in sustainable investments — a cause well worth the trouble.

Fund issuers seeking to design sustainable-investment products to be distributed across European markets face an uphill struggle because of widely diverging national and regional frameworks. A new Qontigo whitepaper highlights the intricacy of Europe’s ESG labeling landscape and provides some recommendations that may help overcome its pitfalls.

When deciding to refinance an AT1 bond, the pertinent question is whether the fixed rate payable on a new issue is more or less than the floating rate payable on the existing security.

Analytics | Regulation
INFOGRAPHIC: Use This Planning Tool to Hit the Compliance Deadline for the SEC Derivatives Rule
The SEC 18-f 4 Derivatives Rule stipulates all SEC-registered companies to comply with a derivatives framework by August 19, 2022. While it’s more than a year away, the time to act is now.

It appears onerous and sometimes confusing, but the European Union’s Sustainable Finance Disclosures Regulation (SFDR) that kicked in this week aims to enhance and protect participation in sustainable investments — a cause well worth the trouble.

Analytics | Regulation
Managing Derivative Securities? Top 5 Questions to Ask Your Risk Management Provider Ahead of the New Derivatives Rule
The countdown has begun. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) adopted the 18f-4 Derivatives Rule in October last year, which means most SEC-registered companies will now have to make sure they don’t fall foul of the rule by August 19, 2022. While it seems a long time away, it’ll be here before you know it. To that end, we’ve put together a few questions you should ask your existing – or potential – risk solutions provider.